Advice & Insight From PA Application Specialists
The University of Aberdeen receives 51 applications per year, of whom 35 are given an interview and 25 offered a place. If you meet the academic requirements, you will be processed as follows: 25% academic score, 25% non academic score, 50% interview score. Offers are then given to candidates who achieve a score above a particular threshold.
You must have either all the below:
– a first class or 2.1 honours degree in a science or health related subject, A level C or above in Chemistry and B or above in English and Maths at GCSE,
OR
If you are a non-honours graduate you may extend your degree by studying at the Open University or elsewhere.
The university uses an MMI (Multiple Mini Interview) format. Applicants will rotate through a number of stations, each of which lasts 7 minutes and scores the ‘candidate’s performance against predetermined criteria. Communication and interpersonal skills will also be scored at each station.’ In total, expect the MMI to last around 90 minutes. You will also be offered a tour of the medical school, and the opportunity to ask questions.
Interviews are conducted in July.
The University of Aberdeen provides a comprehensive overview of exactly what they are looking for from their applicants. These qualities are:
More specifically, you should consider the following areas that are highlighted by the university as being possible stations in the MMI:
Learn the best interview strategies and practice with interview questions & model answers.
Preparation for Entry into the Program
Reflecting on Skills and Abilities
Contribution to the Care of Others
Discuss Thoughts on a New Situation
