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Kings College London

Kings College London

Requirements

A*AA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

Minimum 6 at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

~2050+ with strong GCSEs & SJT Band 1

Interview

Panel (Remote)

2025 Post-Interview:

57%

Manchester

Requirements

AAA (AAB contextual) including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

6 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English and Maths

UCAT Requirements

Band 1: ~2110+; Band 2: ~2190+; SJT Band 1–2 required

Interview

Panel

2025 Post-Interview:

36%

Birmingham

Requirements

AAA inc. Bio & Chem

GCSE Requirements

7 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and two sciences

UCAT Requirements

~2130+ & 3+ Days NHS Work Experience

Interview

UCAT-Shortlisted, PS Minimum Screen

2025 Post-Interview:

43%

University of Bristol

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Maths

GCSE Requirements

Minimum 6 subjects at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and two sciences

UCAT Requirements

~2280+ (Home applicants) — UCAT-only shortlisting

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

53%

University of Dundee

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

6 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English and Maths

UCAT Requirements

~1750+ (RUK applicants); used alongside academics

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

13% (RUK)

UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

Minimum grade 6 in English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

~1970+ (RUK applicants); no SJT used

Interview

Panel

2025 Post-Interview:

60% (RUK)

CARDIFF UNIVERSITY

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

7 GCSEs at grade 8/9; English and Maths required

UCAT Requirements

~2080+ for RUK applicants; UCAT + GCSE scoring system

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

39%

University of Liverpool

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

Average home score ~1980 (safer 1800+); Non-Academic Information Form used

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

22%

Newcastle University

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

Minimum grade 6 in English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

~2080+ (Partners: ~2050+); UCAT-only shortlisting

Interview

Panel

2025 Post-Interview:

38%

Plymouth University

Requirements

A*AA–AAA (AAB contextual) including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

~1990+; UCAT only — no PS or SJT used

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

26%

Queen Mary University of London

Requirements

A*AA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

7 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

~2070+; 4th decile minimum; SJT used post-interview (Band 4 rejected)

Interview

Panel

2025 Post-Interview:

68%

QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

9 GCSEs at grade 7+ (top GCSEs heavily weighted)

UCAT Requirements

GCSEs + UCAT decile composite score; no SJT used

Interview

MMI

2025 Post-Interview:

43%

University of Sheffield

Requirements

AAA including Chemistry and Biology

GCSE Requirements

6 GCSEs at grade 7+, including English, Maths, and Science

UCAT Requirements

Top 25% (~2050+); SJT Band 1–2 required

Interview

Panel + Group Talk

2025 Post-Interview:

42%

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Amara
Year 12 Student
The StudySmartUk team have always been there for me! My tutor has been very consistent in our lessons, and even rearranges them to my suitability. Explanations are very clear and easy for me to understand, and provides me with lessons to improve my weaknesses. For example, my chemistry exam technique was very poor and I ended up getting a grade A in my year 12 mocks due to the immense amount of exam questions i was provided with. Biology is a very content-heavy subject, and before StudySmartUk, I was lost when revising it. I spent hours and hours attempting to learn certain concepts through textbooks that used waffle! My tutor at StudySmartUk broke down the concepts into what I NEEDED to know, without the useless waffle that wasted my time. This led me to get a grade A in biology in my year 12 mocks.
Additionally, John, always answers all of my questions whenever I message him. Without this I feel like I would be lost within my dentistry journey. I ask questions regarding applications for opportunities (in which he helps me refines these), and I have already received a lot of guidance for my personal statement!
Shada El
Year 12 Student
StudySmart Tutoring has completely changed the way I learn. I took AS level Biology with Daphne, Chemistry with Aryo, and Maths with Mahdi, and each subject gave me a big boost in both confidence and results. In Chemistry, I went from a C to an A and even got ahead of my class. Biology strengthened my understanding and exam technique, while Maths taught me how to tackle problems step by step. Mahdi was so chill and patient that I could have asked the same question five times and he’d still explain it with a smile.😂

John was always there to help with any question I had, replying straight away and giving great advice, whether it was about tricky topics or my dentistry application. The personalised teaching, focus on my exam board, and constant support have made all the difference, and I’m excited to continue with StudySmart for Year 13.
Aysha Zahid
Year 12 Student
I’m using Study Smart while preparing for my UCAT and it made a huge difference. The tutors are knowledgeable, friendly, and make the lessons easy to follow. The flexibility to book and reschedule sessions meant I could fit studying around everything else I have going on.

The regular practice sessions and one-to-one tutoring helped me improve quickly, and the feedback was always clear and useful. The online resources are well-organised and actually help you focus on the areas that matter most.

If you’re aiming to boost your UCAT score with support that’s both flexible and effective, I’d highly recommend them.
Moutisem Alam
Year 12 Student
I found out about StudySmart UK through the LinkedIn app, and my first conversation with John was already really insightful. He gave a detailed presentation on the stages to apply for Dentistry, and gave me early advice in preparation for entrance exams such as the UCAT. Once I began my A-Level lessons, I definitely saw an improvement in my exam technique and ability to retain difficult content, in both Biology and Chemistry. This was all thanks to my tutor Caleb, who explained exam questions and content thoroughly and giving me advice on how he would approach it himself. As a result, I got predicted an A*AA for year 13, having achieved an AAB. I would definitely recommend these tutors.
Ayaan Umar
Year 13 Student
The Study Smart team has been a game-changer for me! In just 2 months, my grades have gone from C/D to B/A. They provide tailored lessons that target your specific weaknesses, which has made all the difference. My chemistry tutor, Sameer, has been excellent at organising lessons, finding relevant exam questions, and using teaching methods that really click with me. Abdul, my biology and UCAT tutor, has put a lot of effort into every lesson, making them engaging and productive. And John, the organiser, has made the whole process smooth and stress-free, supporting me every step of the way. I couldn’t recommend them more!
Harris Kumar
Year 12 Student
Amazing UCAT and A level tutors that give you tailored support and various tips and resources that boost your academic performance. Content is taught in a fast and efficient manner where you can easily learn the key concepts and effectively apply it to questions (every section of a module is taught and tested to make sure you understood it if not tutors will give a more detailed explanation). John and his team will aid you in every step of your dentistry UCAS journey whether it be your UCAT exam, A levels, interview and personal statement.

FAQs

What do our parents and students ask the most...

What kind of results can I expect from the programme?

We have had students improve by up to 2 grades in less than 1 month. Every student's ability and learning style is different... However, provided you follow the guidance of our team you will succeed.

How long do you work with each student for?

We typically work with each student for a minimum of 4 months. This is not per hour tutoring where you can come and go as you please. The students who have been the most successful on our programme have had support with every step of the application process. [Upon request we can work with students on a longer term basis, and on certain occasions shorter terms]

What type of student is this for?

We work with a wide range of students. Some who are already achieving 3 A*'s, and some who are struggling on D's and E's. This programme can help push the high achieving students, as well as support those students who need a bit more support. Despite this, we do not work with anyone and everyone. Our students all have one thing in common - they are committed to succeeding.

What background do your instructors have?

Our instructors are the top performing Dental students in the country. It is not enough to have the top grades and UCAT if you are unable to teach students effectively. At StudySmartUK, we bring the best of both worlds: instructors who are relatable and have been through the entire application process (unlike other tutors), but also have years of teaching experience.

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