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How to write a strong statement of purpose for postgraduate study

Your statement of purpose is one of the most important supporting documents for the success of your application when applying for a postgraduate course – so it’s important to get it right.  

Here are some tips to guide you on how to write a strong statement of purpose (also often known as a personal statement). This can help ensure you put your best application forward and increase your chances of success when applying for a postgraduate course :  

Start with a strong opening 

Your statement of purpose is your opportunity to speak directly to the admissions team of your chosen course .   

Start strongly on a confident note and use this opportunity to clearly communicate to the admissions team your passion for your chosen subject and field. You can do this by providing a short and succinct introduction on your academic and professional background and what you’re passionate about, and why that passion has motivated you to apply for your chosen course.  

Showcase your strengths 

Along with your enthusiasm for your chosen subject and field, it’s important to showcase to the admissions panel how your strengths, qualities and experience would make you an excellent candidate for the course you’re applying for.  

List any relevant projects you’ve worked on that sparked your passion, as well as any personal traits that would make you an ideal candidate for your chosen course, such as excellent self-discipline, time-management and organisational skills.  

Highlight what makes you stand out 

Your statement of purpose is your best opportunity to really ‘sell’ yourself to the admissions panel.   

While your other supporting documents – such as your CV and degree transcript – provide the panel with proof of your academic qualifications and professional experience, they don’t convey you as a person, or your passion for a particular subject area.   

Use this opportunity to tell the admissions panel about yourself. What makes you stand out as a course applicant? How do you believe studying the course will help you in your future career ? Your career ambitions should make up a substantial part of your personal statement, so be sure to highlight these clearly.  

Keep it concise and to the point 

Your statement of purpose should typically be no more than 1 page of A4 paper, or around 500-600 words.   

Use your word count wisely – get to the point and clearly demonstrate to the admissions panel why you’d like to join the course.   

The key points you’ll want to include in your statement of purpose will typically be:  

Why you’re interested in the course and how it fits in with your career goals  

Your qualifications and work experience and how they’re relevant to the course   

Why you’d like to study with your chosen institution   

Anything else you’d like to let the admissions panel know about yourself that makes you stand out as a great candidate for the course you’re applying for  

Proofread, edit and get feedback 

It’s important to get started with preparing your statement of purpose well in advance of the course application deadline , so that you have enough time to proofread, edit and get feedback on it.  

Once you’ve completed your statement of purpose, run the document through a spell checker and re-read it in its entirety at least once more to see if there are any edits you need to make.  

It’s also a good idea to let a friend, colleague or manager review your statement of purpose and get their feedback before you send it through to your chosen institution. Your peers may be able to provide you with valuable feedback on how you can further improve your statement of purpose. They may also spot any spelling or grammatical errors you may have missed.  

Queen Mary Online offers flexible postgraduate courses that will enhance your expertise and empower you with the skills and confidence to take the next step in your career. Find out about the application process and discover helpful tips to put your best application forward:

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These UCAS personal statements have been kindly provided by students applying to Queen Mary, University of London. You can click on one of the links below to view the entire statement and find out if the applicant was offered a place.

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Linguistics Personal Statement Example 1 My most memorable Christmas came with a parcel of Harry Potter audio books and this was where my quest to understanding language began. The moment Stephen Fry started to narrate chapter one, I fell in love with words and all they could achieve...

History Personal Statement Example 3 Recently, I found out that my grandma was gambled into slavery for seven years. She escaped her prison and made her way back to Hong Kong, 300 miles south. I was amazed at how courageous she was. This personal discovery led me to read Jung Chang's 'Wild Swans' which made me both proud and ashamed of my heritage...

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Personal Statement Example I have always been fascinated by the vast jobs robots are able to perform, and by the way all these cars around us were designed. The problem is, my interest was not satisfied by revolving around the outer appearance of these machines or by how well they achieved their functions, but was constantly demanding to learn more about how they managed to do so, and what inner complexities I was not allowed to meet closely made it capable of attracting my attention...

History and Economic History Personal Statement Example Studying History at degree level has been my interest since my first ever history lesson in High School, for it is a subject that invites debate and feeds my inquisitive side. I have always been intrigued by what has happened before us and how it has led to where we are now...

Mathematics and Economics Personal Statement Example 1 As Pythagoras may have said, (Ambitious)2 + (Bold)2 = (Critical thinker)2 makes a perfect student and is what I strive to be. From the simple Pythagorean to the complex Fermat's Last Theorem, mathematics is a never ending branch of study which I enthusiastically enjoy studying and why I wish to pursue it even further at university...

Politics & International Relations Personal Statement Example 2 It was November 1989. My parents were rattling their keys in the main square of Bratislava with other Czechoslovak youngsters asking for the democracy that was denied by the Communist regime. They raised me in an environment, where appreciation of freedom, expressing my thoughts and being an active citizen have been essential...

Mathematics and Physics Personal Statement Example 1 Mathematics is a fundamental tool for understanding our world: it can be used to define the symmetry of flowers or to manage global companies. What is so appealing about mathematics is the opportunity of applying it in the physical world...

Biomedical Sciences Personal Statement Example 32 Since humans have existed we have been susceptible to disease and illness. With the progress in the search of treatments for long-standing diseases accelerating faster than ever before, I believe that now is the perfect opportunity to utilise my interests in cell biology, biochemistry and neuroscience by studying a biomedicine degree...

Biomedical Science Personal Statement Example 5 Venturing into the unknown and never-ending world of science and medicine has been a passion and desire of mine for the majority of my life. I am captivated by how a simple idea can be transformed into a reality that can pave the way for new cures and more advanced anatomical understanding...

Economics Personal Statement Example 5 Choosing an undergraduate degree in economics is a result of my deep seated curiosity to know why economies are they way they are; why oil prices in my country, Pakistan, rapidly fluctuate whereas economies like USA and China continue to strengthen despite recessions...

Politics Personal Statement Example 5 My background, living in three major metropolises, Lagos, London and Aberdeen bestowed me a very diverse, open, multicultural way of thinking. The cultural shock of Lagos widened my eyes to vastness of the world and prepped my involvement in the Community Development Committee, allowing me to get in touch with all sectors of Nigerian society; here my interest in sociology, politics and government took flight...

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English Personal Statement Example 23 My love of literature is rooted in the connection it gives us to centuries of ideas, giving us the ability to converse with ghosts, linking us with the greatest and most eloquent minds in history; as Bovee puts it, “books are embalmed minds”...

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Psychology Personal Statement Example 51 There is a reason behind everything we do, a purpose to our actions. The cognition behind any decision that we make is one of the many aspects of psychology that I am fascinated by. The following five words, as said by the Prophet Muhammad, I believe explain such a suggestion: "Actions are but by intentions"...

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Politics and Sociology Personal Statement Example 3 International relations and political science always attracted my attention and I clearly remember how impressed I was after the very first lesson on political science. Our teacher briefly explained us how political science had become an independent science and how it developed from a number of other disciplines: philosophy, history, economics, law...

Biological Sciences Personal Statement Example 2 I am interested in pursuing a career in biological sciences because I am captivated by the wonders of the components of life. There upon, I desire to understand the background of problems that are formulated by biology on a molecular level, such as cancer, diseases and genetic disorders...

Aerospace Engineering Personal Statement Example 15 Aircraft is one of the major contributions of all time. The intricate engineering behind aircraft, space shuttle and satellite really captivates me. The work of aerospace engineers is quite challenging as they apply their acquired knowledge of Mathematics and Physics to design such major products to satisfy real world necessities...

Computer Science Personal Statement Example 51 Building my first computer was an experience I will never forget. Looking over what seemed to be a city of silicone, I marveled at how elegantly the components were arranged on the motherboard. Yet I did not feel fully satisfied, as I knew there was a whole other world of computing, which could only be explored by completing a degree in computer science...

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History & Politics Personal Statement Example For years I have listened to my family discussing the latest political and historical issues on the news and I have been fascinated and awed by the fact that there was never a wrong or right answer, decision or explanation to a given problem...

Geography Personal Statement Example 20 Geography is an all-encompassing subject where the geography of the past helps us to understand the present and forecast the future. I am particularly interested in the inter-relationships between physical and human Geography...

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How to Get Into Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)

06/02/2023 Richard Evans

‘How do I get into Queen Mary University’ is a question that I run into again and again! Luckily, I know exactly how to answer it. Here at The Profs, 95% of our students applying to their first and second-choice universities get in!  

QMUL looks out for completely different characteristics from many other Russell Group universities. With so many applicants, it is hard to stand out. We’ll dive into some tips on how to demonstrate the X factor in this article.

Many of our team members have worked in admissions for top-tier universities. So, if anyone has the know-how to make your application as perfect as possible, it’s us. In our experience, we’ve seen that very few students know how to write an undergraduate university application that targets Queen Mary’s unique admissions criteria. Thankfully, we offer the right support and preparation to aid you in submitting an application that stands out and maximises your chances of an offer. 

Read on for insider information from our team of admissions experts.

Is QMUL a Russell Group university?

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• How to actually go beyond your school syllabus
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• Invest in your personal statement!
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Queen Mary University of London is one of the 24 Russell Group universities, based in East London. QMUL is ranked 53rd on the UK league tables and in the top 150 in QS world university rankings. It is particularly well-known for its medical school, Barts, which offers prestigious and competitive Medicine courses, as well as its Dentistry courses. Queen Mary also offers a range of other courses, from Law to Liberal Arts. 

What are the QMUL entry requirements?

QMUL’s entry requirements vary depending on the course you’re applying to study and the country you’re applying from. The table below shows the UK qualifications and some of the most common international qualifications accepted by Queen Mary, and the entry requirements for each.

QMUL is a diverse university which accepts a wide range of international qualifications. It displays international qualifications on its individual course pages, so always check there before applying. For more information on how to apply to QMUL as an international student, see the university’s guide or get in touch with The Profs for one-to-one support from one of our international admissions experts .

Yes, Queen Mary University of London does make contextual offers based on data from its applicants. Depending on a range of socioeconomic factors, QMUL may make a standard contextual offer of one grade reduction or an enhanced contextual offer of two grade reducations. Many students won’t meet this criteria and will be made standard entry offers, but it’s still worth checking if you are eligible on the QMUL website .

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Find out about additional awards and scholarships:

Queen Mary University of London is known for its inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility to higher education. As a result, it offers many awards, bursaries and scholarships to help talented students achieve places on its courses. 

One example of these awards is QMUL’s Outstanding Potential Award (OPA) , which is offered to selected students on a case by case basis who show great academic potential. The OPA can allow promising students to receive a lower grade offer than the standard entry requirements. If you’re selected as a candidate for this award during the university application process, you will be invited to attend an interview and, if you perform well, your conditional offer will be revised by the university. 

It’s always worth checking to find the best offers from the top universities that are most well-suited to you. Whether you’re a UK or international student, our A level tutors and IB tutors can advise you on the best courses to suit your grades and help you reach the grades required for entry. More than 95% of our applicants receive offers from their first or second choice university, so if you’re looking to maximise your chances of an offer from QMUL, reach out to our team today.  

Demonstrate cultural awareness:

QMUL’s focus on diversity, widening access and inclusivity, attracts many UK and international students from across the world. QMUL embrace their cultural diversity. Demonstrate that you align with their ethos and campus by showing cultural awareness and understanding. 

If you’re an international student, it could be worth talking about how your background has made you a good fit for this international university.

7 tips for getting into QMUL

1. do you actually know your specific requirements.

The entry requirements for courses at QMUL differ greatly between courses – not just in terms of grades, but also the specific subjects required. For example, Economics and Finance courses not only require applicants to achieve AAA at A-level, but one of these A-levels must be in Mathematics (or Pure Maths).

Some competitive courses, including Medicine, Dentistry and Law, also require applicants to study specific subject combinations (for example, Biology or Chemistry, and a second science or Maths for Medicine) as well as achieve A*AA overall. If you want to go to QMUL, our advisors can help you work out what your already banked or predicted grades can get you. For example, if you want to study Law but don’t have or can’t make A*AA, Business with Law is a lower AAA requirement.

It’s also important to check for admissions tests that are required for your course. For example, QMUL does not require the LNAT for Law, however it does require the UCAT for both Medicine and Dentistry, which you’ll need to register and prepare for in advance.

For Medicine, QMUL will also invite you to an interview as part of the admission process. If you need help preparing for your admissions test or interview at QMUL, the Profs’ admissions consultancy is the perfect way to level up your knowledge, grow confidence in your abilities, and give yourself the best chance of success.

2. How to actually go beyond your school syllabus

When it comes to writing your personal statement , ensuring that you show a genuinely passionate and in-depth understanding of your subject goes a long way. Queen Mary University values extracurricular activities as well as good grades, so it’s important that you don’t just limit yourself to school study. Subject and industry-specific knowledge can be gained by going beyond the school syllabus and reading widely and/or gaining real-world experience.

If you want to get into top universities such as QMUL, it’s best to start expanding your reading list and furthering your passions early on. Not only will it work wonders for your personal statement, but it will also help you get ahead with your independent study skills in preparation for university-level study, which is a significant step up from school-level. Reach out to our team of tutors today who can help you start preparing ahead of time.

Note that work experience and wider reading are particularly important in an interview, where your knowledge and motivations will be put to the test. Queen Mary University of London holds traditional panel interviews for its Medicine degree course, which involve being interviewed by multiple experts from the department, so brushing up on your subject knowledge will ensure that you can have insightful conversations and give thoughtful, informed answers to your interviewers’ questions.

Insider tip 1: Don’t forget to research QMUL itself! Show interest in Queen Mary’s research strengths: Queen Mary University is renowned for its research excellence in various fields. Familiarise yourself with the university’s research strengths and mention any specific areas of research that align with your academic interests in your application. Highlight how you hope to contribute to and benefit from the university’s research community. Know your department especially, including any relevant research they’re conducting or achievements they’ve collected. Mentioning this will prove your genuine enthusiasm for your discipline at QMUL. 

Insider tip 2: Take the time to explore Queen Mary’s campus virtually or, if possible, visit open days/events in person. Familiarise yourself with the facilities, libraries, and resources available to students. Mention specific aspects of the campus or facilities that appeal to you and how they will contribute to your academic journey. Take note of any unique features or initiatives mentioned during these events and incorporate them into your application.

Read our guide to preparing for a Medicine interview for more tips or get in touch with our expert medical admissions team for more specialist support.

3. You’ve mentioned a solid 5-year plan, right?

Getting into QMUL is a great goal to have, but it’s also important to think about the long-term plan. Consider how a degree in your chosen subject from QMUL in particular will help you to achieve your future academic or career goals. For example, you may want to go on to study a Master’s or PhD , follow a specific career path, or land a graduate job at your dream company. 

Queen Mary University of London values driven and ambitious students. They boast 90% of their graduates are in work or further study within fifteen months of graduating (Graduate Outcome Survey, 2022). QMUL’s Careers and Enterprise team support their students for two years after graduation and help them get the edge they need in today’s job market. QMUL provide workshops and guidance to help graduates apply effectively for work experience and graduate jobs. Consequently, QMUL take pride in their high student employability and want to maintain it. So, mention your career aspirations in your application and be specific. If QMUL are confident that you are ambitious, career-driven and likely to get a good job after graduating, it will boost your application! 

Check out QMUL’s great careers page . It also offers useful tips on how to showcase your skills and experience effectively. You can also find career inspiration on each subject page, such as for Mathematics, where there is a list of common career paths (such as Finance, Accounting, Engineering, and Management) and companies (including J.P Morgan, Bank of England, PWC, and more) that QMUL graduates move on to.

For more support on coming up with a career plan and making the most of this in your application, get in touch with our team.

Insider tip: Queen Mary University has strong connections to various industries and actively promotes employability. Research and mention any industry partnerships, guest lectures, or career development opportunities facilitated by the university. Demonstrate how these connections and opportunities will enhance your learning experience and future career prospects. Using QMUL’s own resources and having your own career goals in mind will help you enhance your personal statement and prove to QMUL that you are motivated and committed to your academic future. 

4. Invest in your personal statement!

For many of QMUL’s competitive courses, lots of applicants will achieve the grades required for entry. For these courses, personal statements are a crucial factor in deciding who to offer places to, so it’s really important to invest plenty of time into preparing and writing your personal statement .

Use your personal statement as a chance to express what makes you unique. Describe your academic and career ambitions, detail your skills and experience, and explain why you would be an excellent candidate for your chosen course. QMUL particularly looks for students who have a clear passion for their subject area that extends beyond the bounds of the school curriculum. This can include anything from wider reading to extracurricular activities at school and work experience.

The Profs’ experienced personal statement tutors can provide further guidance on how you can write a stand-out statement that enhances your QMUL application.

Insider tip 1: QMUL prides itself on their prioritisation of social justice and improving lives. Consequently, you should include a clear mission statement in your application. What’s your positive social mission? What are your values and what is your personal idea of success? If QMUL loves your mission statement, they won’t want to turn you down e.g. QMUL might feel they’re contradicting their ethos to reject a Medicine student who dreams of one day opening a free healthcare clinic in Costa Rica.

Insider tip 2: A good referee is important. Obviously, you want them to speak highly of you, but ideally, they will highlight your skills and qualities that are relevant to your chosen degree. For this reason, as well as for the general impression of your application, it is best to choose a referee who teaches your chosen subject or within your discipline. It is also a good idea to choose a referee who knows you well enough to write you something of quality. On this note: connect with Queen Mary alumni. Reach out to Queen Mary alumni through networking platforms or alumni associations. Seek advice and insights into the application process, student life, and career opportunities. Their firsthand experiences and perspectives can provide valuable information and guidance for your application.

Note that all students applying to university for 2023, 2024 or 2025 will still be required to submit a UCAS personal statement as normal. However, from January 2025 onwards (October 2024, for Oxbridge applicants), there will be changes to the UCAS application process and students will no longer be required to write a personal statement. Instead, all applicants will answer a series of shorter, more tailored questions provided by UCAS.

5. Lay the ‘groundwork’ for Acceptance

To help further prove your commitment to these long-term goals and make your application stand out from the thousands of other Queen Mary applicants, you should look to gain relevant work experience in your field. Whether paid or unpaid, having experience working in your desired field will provide you with invaluable real-world insights that you can use throughout your application. 

Queen Mary University values practical experience and encourages applicants to showcase relevant work experience, internships, or industry placements. Highlight how these experiences have contributed to your academic and personal development, and how they align with your chosen course at Queen Mary University.

Similarly, don’t underestimate the power of extracurriculars. They can prove you are committed to your subject and passionate about it outside of academia, and shape you as a candidate. You can also show you have the characteristics that QMUL values through your extracurricular activities.

6. Don’t trip on your admissions test

If you’re required to take an admissions test, it should not be neglected. Your A level grades are not more important than your admissions test score. Those who study hard for both have a better chance of getting in!

Some courses at Queen Mary University may require applicants to take admissions tests, such as the UK Clinical Aptitude Test ( UCAT ), Biomedical Admissions Test ( BMAT ), or Mathematics Admissions Test ( MAT ). 

Familiarise yourself with the specific test requirements for your chosen programme and allocate sufficient time to prepare and practice for these tests. Utilise available resources, including sample questions and practice tests, to enhance your performance.

7. Remember the purpose of your interview

Certain courses at Queen Mary University may involve interviews as part of the selection process. For example, Medicine applicants are interviewed. If your chosen programme requires an interview, familiarise yourself with the format and expectations. 

Research common interview questions related to your field of study and prepare thoughtful responses. Practise mock interviews to improve your confidence and communication skills. 

Additionally, be prepared to discuss any relevant experiences, academic projects, or personal qualities that make you a suitable candidate for the course.

At the Profs, we have many admissions consultants who can guide you through the process of applying to Queen Mary University of London, as well as LSE, UCL and other top universities. We offer our students the very best tuition in the business – in fact, only 3% of tutors who apply to our network are accepted to work with us. As a result, more than 95% of our applicants receive an offer from their first or second choice universities at undergraduate level. 

Get in touch with our friendly team today to access our dedicated support.

What is the Queen Mary University of London acceptance rate?

In 2020, the undergraduate QMUL acceptance rate was 17% (based on date by UCAS ). The university received 37,695 applications and granted places to 6,385 students. With the help of The Profs’ expert Queen Mary University consultants, 95% of our students receive an offer from their first or second choice universities. Get in touch with our team to maximise your chances of getting into QMUL.

What are the most competitive courses at QMUL?

Queen Mary University of London is most well-known for its Medicine and Dentistry courses, for which it ranks tenth and second best in the UK respectively. In fact, QMUL’s medical school (known as Barts medical school) has a long history of providing top-quality medical education and was founded as England’s first official medical school (then London Hospital Medical College). Medicine and Dentistry remain among QMUL’s most prestigious and competitive courses today, with each requiring applicants to achieve A*AA at A-level (or equivalent).

QMUL also has a range of other medical and dental courses offered by its medical and dental school. These include BSc Oral Health, BSc Pharmacology and Innovative Therapeutics, and BSc Neuroscience, all of which have slightly lower entry requirements of ABB at A-level or 32 points overall including 655 in Higher Level subjects (including Higher Level Biology) in the International Baccalaureate (IB).

QMUL is also ranked as the seventh best university in the UK for Law. It offers a range of undergraduate Law courses, including a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) course, which requires A*AA at A-level, as well as LLB Law and Politics and LLB Law with Business.

How does the University of London work?

The University of London is a federal university which consists of 17 self-governing colleges which are essentially treated as separate universities. City is one of these colleges, along with other prestigious universities including King’s College London (KCL), London School of Economics (LSE), London Business School, University College London (UCL), Queen Mary University of London, and more.

Students apply to universities that are a part of the University of London separately via UCAS. You can apply to more than one of these universities as separate choices on your UCAS application.

Is QMUL a good university?

QMUL is a good UK university, ranking in the top 50 in UK league tables and top 120 in QS world university rankings. It is particularly well-known for its medical school, Barts, which offers prestigious and competitive Medicine courses, as well as its Dentistry courses.

How long does QMUL take to reply?

At postgraduate level, QMUL aims to inform you of a decision on your application within two weeks of receiving it. At undergraduate level, all decisions will be made by the UCAS deadline for universities on the 18th May 2023.

Is QMUL good for Law?

Queen Mary University of London is a good university for Law and is well-respected in the industry. It ranked as the 14th best university in the UK for Law, according to the Complete University Guide (2023).

Is QMUL prestigious?

QMUL is an established university and has an excellent reputation for its research and facilities. It is particularly well-known for its medical school, Barts, which offers prestigious and competitive Medicine and Dentistry courses.

Where is Queen Mary University?

Queen Mary University is located in Bethnal Green, east London, between Stepney Green and Mile End tube stations.

Does Queen Mary University accept BTEC?

Queen Mary University does accept level 3 BTEC qualifications for most of its programmes. Some programmes require specific subject knowledge which you may not be able to cover as part of a BTEC, and in that case, you will be required to have an additional A-Level qualification. A small number of QMUL’s courses do not accept BTEC qualifications, so make sure you check on your specific course page before applying.

Does Queen Mary University require LNAT?

Queen Mary University does not require the LNAT for its undergraduate Law programme.

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Structure matters  For many applicants, the blank page of the supporting statement is their least favourite part of the application! Many applicants are unsure how to complete this task effectively and persuasively. 

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Queen Mary, University of London that we know today is a result of the merging of The London Hospital Medical College (1785), and St Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical College (1123 – also known as Barts). Today they have 5 campuses (Mile End, Whitechapel, Charterhouse Square, Lincoln’s Inn Fields and West Smithfield) in the UK and other international campuses in France, China, Malta, Piraeus and Singapore.

Up to 2866 bedrooms are available on a number of campuses and partner residences, including Mile End campus , Whitechapel and lots more. Medical and Dentistry students are usually accommodated at  Whitechapel  and  Charterhouse Square campuses.

There are over 200 different societies to join , including arts, academic, cultural, faith, political and recreational societies. Queen Mary also has a strong sports and volunteering presence. They also have campus cafes, union shops, campus sports games and a free gym program.

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Queen Mary, University of London Medical Courses offered that require UCAT

Academic requirements:

ATAR/TER/UAI/ENTER:

• Overall, 38 points

Irish Leaving Certificate:

•  A1 A1 A1 A2 B1 B1
• OR H1 H1 H1 H2 H2 H2

Scottish Highers:

• Scottish Higher: AAA
• AND Advanced Higher: AA

Cambridge Pre-U

• D3, D3, D3;
• M2 for short course;
• AND GCSE AAABBB

European Baccalaureate:

• Overall, 85%

Prerequisites: 

• Biology; and
• Biology or Chemistry; and
• Physics; or
• Mathematics
• Biology or chemistry; and
• Second science or Mathematics; and
• Third Higher level subject of your choice
• Must include an additional 3 Standard Level subjects
• Chemistry; and/or

Cambridge Pre-U:

• Biology; and/or
• Note: If only ONE of the above subjects is taken alone, a second science subject is required
• English Language
• Note: Science (Double awards) can replace all sciences at GCSE
• Chemistry (8.5); and
• Biology (8.5)
• Mathematics;

Entry requirements:

Acceptance is based on students’ academic results (including GCSE) and UCAT results.

• Biology or Human Biology;
• English Language; and
• Mathematics or Additional Mathematics or Statistics
•  Note: Science (Double Award) can substitute individual sciences

Students who score in the third decile or above are considered to attend an interview. However, all students are then ranked according to a 50:50 weighting of UCAT score and academic score measured by the UCAS tariff.

Home/EU students are ranked separately from Overseas students. In 2019, the minimum UCAT score that received an offer was 2580 for Home/EU students and the tariff score ranged from 188-352 (based on the student’s UCAT score).

On the other hand, international students cut-offs ranged from 2300 – 2410 ( 2410 for Singapore, 2370 for Malaysia, 2300 for Hong Kong and rest ). The minimum tariff scores ranged from 152-244, and the highest tariff scores ranged from 272-502.

It is important to remember that students are selected for an interview on a 50:50 weighting of UCAT scores and academic UCAS tariff.

Personal Statement:

Personal Statements should demonstrate students’ skills, interests, talents and contribution to the school and community. Queen Mary, University of London looks for students who participated in school/college life and the community.

Work Experience:

The interview component examines student’s skills that are relevant to health-care and their commitment and understanding of a medical profession. To strongly demonstrate this, it is recommended that students undertake work experience in a health-care setting, either as a volunteer or work experience.

Application process: 

• Students are required to achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
• Students also need to sit the UCAT exam, score a high mark, have a high UCAS tariff and pass the interview section
• Students will need to write a Personal Statement
• The final stage of the application process is the interview. Students must pass this to be accepted into the university.

Interview criteria and structure: 

Note: Due to COVID-19, interviews will be held online, as opposed to their usual face-to-face interviews held at Whitechapel.

Approximately 900-1000 Home/EU and 145 overseas students are invited for an interview.

• Empathy and communication;
• Understanding of the role of a health professional and commitment;
• Interest;and
• Motivation to study Medicine at Queen Mary, University of London.
• Queen Mary University of London structures their interview section into Multiple Mini Interviews.

Other options to entry:

• Note: Some degrees may require additional A or AS level requirements for Biology and/or Chemistry. See Queen Mary, University of London’s Degree checker to see whether or not your degree requires additional A or AS level requirements.

Graduate degree:

• At least an upper second class honours degree ( 2:1 or equivalent) in any degree
• No further A/AS level requirement
• Minimum A or AS level grade C for biology and/or chemistry
• Chemistry or Biology and;
• Another science
• To check whether your degree requires an additional A or AS level requirement, see Queen Mary’s Degree Title Checker .

Acceptance is based on students’ academic results and UCAT results.

Students are ranked on a 50:50 weighting of UCAT scores and their Academic Points. You will not be accepted if you score below the third decile. 

Home/EU students are ranked separately from Overseas students. The minimum UCAT score that was accepted in 2019 for Home/EU students was 2750, whereas, the minimum for Overseas students are 2840.

Students must demonstrate their contribution to the community, participation in school/college life, interests and talents. Queen Mary, University of London looks for students who participated in school/college life and the community.

• Students must achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
• Students also need to sit the UCAT exam and score a high mark
• Students also need to achieve at least 153/164 in their assessments (interview section)

Note: Due to COVID-19, interviews will be held online as opposed to in-person.

The Graduate Medical Programme scores students based on 2 assessments that examine different competencies, as opposed to the undergraduate interview process.

In 2019, 185 Home/EU students and 8 Overseas students were invited to complete the assessments at Queen Mary University of London.

Students who achieved a total of at least 153/140 were offered a place to study at Queen Mary University of London’s Medical School.

Degree facts:

• This is a graduate entry course
• Approximately 1500 applications are entered, 200 invitations sent to candidates, and 60 offers made.

• Overall, 37 points
• A1 A1 A2 A2 B1 B1 OR H1 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2
• Scottish Higher: AAB; and
• Advanced Higher: AA
• Full Diploma with grades of D3 or higher
• AND Short-Course with M2 grade
• Overall, 82%
• Chemistry; and
• Biology or Chemistry
• AND second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics); and
• Any third subject
• Critical Thinking
• General Studies
• Second science subject or Mathematics
• Chemistry (A1 or H1)
• Biology (A1 or H1)
• Chemistry and/or Biology
• Biology and/or Chemistry
• Note: If only one of the above subjects is taken, then an additional second science subject must be taken
• Chemistry (8.2)
• Biology (8.2)
• 777666 or AAABBB:
• Biology or Human Biology
• Note: Science (Double Award) can substitute individual sciences

Students must have a minimum score of 2291 to be considered for an interview.

They are then ranked on a 50:50 weighting of UCAT scores and their Academic Points. Home/EU students are ranked separately from Overseas students.

• Students will need to write a Personal Statement to demonstrate their skills

Interviews are held in Malton, London and/or Zoom.

• motivation to study medicine;
• Their understanding of the reality of a health-professional rolel
• Their organisational;
• Communication;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Initiative;
• Resilience; and
• Structure : The interview section is divided into Multiple Mini Interview sections.
• At least an upper second class honours degree (2:1 or equivalent) in any subject.
• Note: Different degrees may require an additional A or AS level requirement. Refer to Bachelors of Medicine (Graduate Entry) above to see the full requirements.
• Students will be studying at Malta
• The curriculum is the same as Barts medical school’s and students will graduate with an MBBS degree from Queen Mary University of London.

• 777666 or AAABBB
• A1 A1 A1 A2 B1 B1 or H1 H1 H1 H2 H2 H2
• Highers: AAA; and
• AA in Advanced Highers
• Short-Course in any subject at grade M2; and
• GCSE minimum requirements
• Biology or Chemistry;
• Second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Mathematics);
• Any third A-Level subject
• Further Maths (if further Maths is completed in A-Levels)
• A second science or Mathematics; and
• Third subject
• Note: If Chemistry or Biology is not offered at Higher Level, then it must be offered at Standard Level
• Note: If English is not offered as part of the diploma, it must be offered at GCSE at grade B.
• Biology and/or Chemistry;
• English Language;
• Mathematics; and

All eligible applicants must have GCSE at 777666 (AAABBB) in any order of the following subjects:

• Biology/Human Biology
• Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics or Statistcs

Students must meet the minimum academic requirement, achieve an overall score in the third decile range or above and meet Queen Mary’s minimum UCAS tariff (152 points).

Then, students are ranked based on a 50:50 weighting of their UCAT scores and Tariff to be selected for an interview.

All UCAT results under the third decile will be rejected. 

The interview component examines student’s skills that are relevant to dentistry and their commitment and understanding of a dentistry profession. To strongly demonstrate this, it is recommended that students undertake work experience in a dental setting, either as a volunteer or work experience.

• Students also need to pass their interviews.

Note: The interviews will be held online due to COVID-19. Interviews were normally held on Whitechapel campus, Malaysia, and Singapore.

There are approximately 700 applications, but only 250 students are selected to attend the interviews for Dentistry.

However, only 150 students are offered to study Dental Surgery at Queen Mary University of London (67 Home/EU and up to 8 Overseas).

• Resilience;
• Maturity; and
• Teamwork skills;
• Problem-solving abilities and organisations;
• Strong and realistic understanding of what a dentistry profession requires (especially through work experience)
• This is a short interview examining the above criteria
• Upper second class honours degree (2:1 or equivalent) in any degree
• Note: Different degrees may require an additional A or AS level requirement. Refer to Bachelors of Medicine (Graduate Entry) above to see the full requirements.

Years 1 to 2

In the first two years, students will not go on clinical placement, however, they will learn about different body systems in 5 compulsory modules and choose 3 elective components (known as SSCs: student-selected components) about topics that they are interested in.

Years 3 to 4

Students begin going on a series of clinical placements at the associate teaching hospitals listed below. They still regularly attend classes at medical school to reinforce this practical experience.

The focus of this year is to prepare students for Foundation Year, the first year of being a doctor. So, students will shadow a current Foundation Year doctor, complete their SSC programme, go on community placements and regularly consolidate their learning in medical school with simulated patient scenarios

• The Royal London Hospital
• St Bartholomew’s Hospital
• Whipps Cross University Hospital
• Newham University Hospital
• Homerton University Hospital
• Broomfield Hospital
• Southend University Hospital
• Colchester Hospital
• The Princess Alexandra Hospital
• Queen’s Hospital
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In May 2022, the most widespread outbreak of sustained transmission of mpox outside of countries historically affected countries in Western and Central Africa occurred. We aimed to examine the personal and clinical experiences of international healthcare workers (HCWs) during this public health emergency. We conducted an international cross-sectional survey study between August and October 2022, examining the experiences and perceptions of HCWs clinically involved with the 2022 mpox response. Respondents were recruited via an international network of sexual health and HIV clinicians responding to mpox and promoted through clinical associations and social media. Survey domains included: clinical workload; preparedness; training and support at work; psychological well-being and vaccination. 725 multi-national healthcare workers across 41 countries were included in the analysis. 91% were physicians specialised in Sexual Health or Infectious Diseases; with 34% (n=247) of all respondents involved in mpox policy. A substantial proportion of respondents (n=296, 41%) reported working longer hours during the mpox outbreak, with no concomitant removal of other clinical responsibilities. 30% (n=218) of respondents reported that they had never heard of mpox before the outbreak and over 25% of the respondents reported that they had misdiagnosed someone initially. This culminated in a high prevalence of moral distress at 30%. Less than 9% of HCWs in the region of the Caribbean, Central America and South America had been offered a vaccine as compared to almost 1/3 in the other regions. Where offered, there were high levels of uptake across all regions. Our findings highlight a critical need for addressing the profound gaps in HCW knowledge about re-emerging diseases with pandemic potential. Strengthening the resilience of global health systems and prioritising internationally coordinated approaches to global vaccine deployment is imperative.

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