Admissions Tests for Medical School
Andrew Mccoy
Published Apr 20, 2026
We want to give you as much time as possible to prepare your application. You can find the three application questions which we use to select candidates for the bursary below:
Why do you aim to pursue a career as a doctor? (300 words max)
You should use this section to explain your motivations for a career in medicine. We are looking to see you understand the realities of a doctor's role. This includes what sets it apart from other patient-facing staff in healthcare.
Please use this space to provide a list of the extracurricular activities you have undertaken since entering university which will support your goal of pursuing medicine.
You should provide this in the following format:
date commenced - date concluded/ongoing position, title.
The list can include activities like part-time work, internships, volunteering, positions of responsibility. It can also include work experience, shadowing, sport and society membership etc.
Reflecting on your time in university so far, including your degree and extracurricular activities, how are you developing the core values and attributes needed to study medicine? (300 words max)
If you are unsure of the core values and attributes needed to study medicine, consult the following guide. We do not expect you to evidence all 17 attributes. Please select those you feel are the most relevant to your application.