Applying to medical school is a highly competitive and multi-stage process.
Our admissions consultants provide strategic support throughout the medical school application journey, helping students approach each stage with clarity, confidence, and direction.
We work with students and families to develop a personalised application strategy tailored to academic profile, target universities, and long-term goals. Support can begin early in Year 11 or 12, or later in the process, ensuring that academic decisions, admissions tests, personal statements, and interviews are approached as part of a coherent, competitive application.
Our medicine admissions support typically includes:
Initial Consultation & Assessment: A detailed review of academic profile, subject choices, predicted grades, and admissions timeline.
University & Course Strategy: Guidance on medical school selection, entry requirements, and realistic offer strategy.
Admissions Test Planning: Structured preparation plans for UCAT and other relevant assessments, aligned to application goals.
Personal Statement Development: Strategic support to help students articulate motivation, insight into medicine, and academic suitability.
Interview Preparation: Tailored preparation, including mock interviews and feedback.
Our support is suitable for students at different stages of the medical school application process, including:
- Students in Year 11–12 planning ahead
- Applicants preparing a first UCAS medicine application
- Gap-year or reapplicants refining their strategy
- Parents seeking clear, expert guidance through a complex process
Medicine Application Strategy
Our core admissions consultancy service is for students who want clear, strategic guidance across the full application process. Support typically includes university and course selection, UCAS planning, admissions test strategy, and ongoing advice to ensure all application elements are aligned.
UCAT Tuition
Structured one-to-one UCAT preparation tailored to the student’s strengths, weaknesses, and target medical schools. Tuition is designed to build speed, accuracy, and confidence across all sections of the UCAT.
Medicine Personal Statement Support
Expert guidance to help students develop a clear, authentic, and competitive medicine personal statement. Support focuses on structure, content, reflection, and clarity, ensuring the statement effectively communicates motivation and suitability for medicine.
Medicine Interview Preparation
Targeted preparation for medical school interviews, including both panel and MMI formats. Support includes interview strategy, mock interviews, and detailed feedback to help students articulate ideas clearly and confidently under pressure.
Our expert University Medicine admissions specialists help students secure places at top UK medical and dental schools.
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Full profileSince 2010, Ivy Education has supported hundreds of aspiring medical students through their medical school applications.
Medical school admissions require more than strong grades. Our consultants take a holistic view of each student’s academic profile, experience, and long-term goals to provide clear, realistic guidance throughout the application process.
From Ivy Education, you can expect:
We have a track record of helping students gain entrance to the best Universities in the UK for medicine.
Imperial College London is a world-class university specialising in science, engineering, medicine, and business, located in the heart of South Kensington. Admission is extremely competitive, with offers based on exceptional academic achievement and aptitude. Renowned for its cutting-edge research, innovation, and global impact, Imperial provides a challenging and collaborative environment for ambitious students.
The University of Oxford is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities, located in the historic city of Oxford. Admission is extremely competitive, requiring outstanding academic results, admissions tests, and interviews. Renowned for its tutorial system, world-class research, and vibrant collegiate community, Oxford offers an intellectually challenging and inspiring environment for students.
The University of Cambridge is a world-leading institution located in the historic city of Cambridge, celebrated for its academic excellence and tradition of innovation. Entry is highly competitive, with applicants required to demonstrate exceptional academic ability through exams, interviews, and written work. Known for its collegiate system, pioneering research, and inspiring teaching, Cambridge offers an intellectually rich and supportive environment.
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is a prestigious university located in central London, specialising in the social sciences. Admission is highly competitive and based on exceptional academic performance and a strong personal statement. Renowned for its rigorous teaching, influential research, and international community, LSE attracts ambitious students from around the world.
University College London (UCL) is a top-ranked global university located in the heart of London, offering a wide range of innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Admission is highly selective, based on exceptional academic achievement and a strong personal statement. Renowned for its research excellence, diverse community, and forward-thinking approach, UCL provides a dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment.
King’s College London (KCL) is a world-renowned university located in the heart of London, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Entry is highly competitive and based on strong academic performance and personal achievements. Known for its global outlook, cutting-edge research, and central London campuses, King’s provides a dynamic and supportive learning environment.
The University of St Andrews is Scotland’s oldest university and one of the most prestigious in the UK, located in the historic coastal town of St Andrews. Entry is highly competitive, with offers based on outstanding academic performance and a strong application. Known for its academic rigour, close-knit community, and rich traditions, St Andrews offers an inspiring and internationally respected education.
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