Advice & Insight From UCAT Specialists
Birmingham requires BBB at A Level. They do not accept General Studies, but will take into account a strong performance in the subject if you otherwise fail the conditions of your offer. You must have 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, which must include English, Mathematics and one Science. A preferred A Level subject spread would be one out of Biology, Psychology, and Sociology, alongside two others.
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Birmingham will then assess your academic achievements (including predicted grades), personal statement and reference. They offer little information on their interview process, but from previous students’ accounts you should expect a panel interview with two members of staff – one practising nurse and one member of the academic staff.Â
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Birmingham provide a clear breakdown of what they are looking for in both your personal statement and interview. They want evidence of:
Birmingham break down their course in detail, and emphasise certain elements of it. Indeed, they clearly lay out exactly why you should want to study at Birmingham. Therefore, not knowing the course inside out (and having some questions on it at interview) is inexcusable!
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They have a research intensive teaching and learning strategy, meaning you can feel confident that your teaching is up-to-date. You’ll get the benefit of learning in some of the leading trusts in the UK, meaning your placements will be varied and interesting. There are regional and national centres of excellent in Birmingham. The Medical School is located right next to the Queen Elizabeth, which is one of the largest general hospitals in Europe. You’ll learn in the Medical School, meaning that you benefit from joint learning opportunities with students studying medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and physiotherapy. This opportunity to learn with other disciplines from the outset should be highlighted at interview, and linked to your abilities in team-working, communication, leadership and empathy. In terms of Nursing though, expect a small cohort – they promise ‘quality not quantity,’ meaning that each student will be well supported.
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There are frequent clinical teaching sessions, student forums, and clinical skills support opportunities, all organised and assisted by the practice placement teams. Lecturers provide dedicated practice preparation, and additional sessions in the middle of placements to help you make the most of each placement experience. ​
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