Edge Hill University Interview Questions (2025 Entry)

About Edge Hill Medical School (2025 Edition)

Edge Hill University is based on an award-winning campus in the thriving Lancashire town of Ormskirk, near Liverpool and Manchester.

Theory and practice are integrated through a hybrid of case-based and team-based learning alongside extensive clinical skills and simulation training.

Equipped with medical leadership skills, resilience and an understanding of public health, you will graduate fully prepared for practice as a doctor ready to make a major contribution to the healthcare services of today and tomorrow.

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Edge Hill University Interview Information

🚪 Entry Requirements

A levels: AAA. Must include Biology, Chemistry and one other subject

GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs B/6 or above including Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Mathematics. Double Science Awards Grades 6-6/B-B, will also be accepted in lieu of separate GCSEs in Biology and Chemistry.

UCAT: the threshold set by the university differs year to year as it is dependent on the scores achieved by applicants in each application cycle however, applicants with a Band 4 SJT are automatically rejected.

Applicants which meet the UCAT threshold are invited to interview 😊

🤔 What is the interview format?

🧩 What is assessed during the interviews?

🗓️ When will interviews be held

💯 Interview scoring

📞 What to expect after the interview?

📊 Interview and offer statistics

Edge Hill has very limited data released on its offer and interview statistics, with the most recent data available being for the 2022 entry. This can be seen below and is quoted for the 5-year programme as well as the 6-year widening participation (Foundation) programme.

2022 Entry

5-year programme

Interviews invitations: 3.01 applicants per interview place available

Offers: 7.27 applicants per place

6-year programme

Interviews invitations: 3.35 applicants per interview place available

Offers: 1.54 applicants per place

2021 Entry

5-year programme

Interview invitations: 3.01 applicants per interview place available

Offers: 4.74 applicants per place

6-year programme

Interviews invitations: 2.7 applicants per interview place available

Offers: 2.3 applicants per place

Likelihood of receiving an offer after an interview (based on 2022 data):

5-year programme - 13.76%

6-year foundation programme - 64.86%

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Interview tips

• Look into NHS hot topics – this is a common theme throughout the Edge Hill medicine interview so it’s important to have a good understanding of current events as well as the way the NHS works.
  

• Be able to describe data trends and suggest potential reasons for them. It is also beneficial to practice basic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  

• Think about how the pillars of medical ethics apply to these and demonstrate knowledge of the medico-legal factors involved in topics such as euthanasia.
  

• Be prepared to talk about why you’d like to study medicine at Edge Hill University.

  
  

• Read the GMC's Good Medical Practice Document to inform yourself on the skills and values that will be assessed within the stations.

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Example interview questions

🔥 Motivation

• Why do you want to study medicine?

• Why Edge Hill University?

  
  

⚖️ Medical ethics

• Why is confidentiality important?

• General discussion of ethical scenarios and dilemmas

  
  

💼 Work experience

• What qualities of yours are suitable for a doctor?

• What have you learnt from your work experience?

  
  

📰 Current affairs

• What impact do health campaigns have on society?

  
  

🧩 Problem solving

• Summarising graph depicting trends in a health-related issue.

• Possible explanations for pattern and discuss topic.

  
  

🎭 Role-play

• Interacting with an upset patient

• Breaking bad news to a friend

  
  

🏥 NHS

• What impact do health campaigns have on society?

• General discussion of current situation in the NHS

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Unique selling points

At Edge Hill, the knowledge taught is aligned with key legal and ethical principles, the development of diagnostic, decision-making, communication and reflection skills, as well as personal and professional attitudes that align to the profession. A spiral curriculum is adopted, enabling you to revisit topics, build on previous knowledge, link theory to practice, and gain increasing confidence. The faculty is also home to a thriving research culture which includes a series of staff and student conference programmes, guest lectures and seminars, as well as active research groups.

University life

The University is campus-based with all facilities located together, making stores and all you'd need really accessible. On campus, Edge Hill University offers sixty acres of outstanding sport and leisure facilities. Whether you want to keep fit and healthy, play recreational sport for fun, or compete for university sports clubs, you will have the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation at every level. There are plenty of opportunities to participate in optional activities which complement your academic studies and enhance your skills.

Whilst Ormskirk is a small town, Liverpool is a short trip away making it ideal for weekend trips to the city!

Weekly direct contact hours will vary however, attendance will typically be required for four to five days a week. Placements occur within the North West of England.

Social life

There are plenty of places to socialise and relax on campus, as well as a range of options if you’re looking for somewhere to eat, drink or enjoy a night out. Edge Hill was voted by students as offering the best student support in the North West and ranked top ten in the UK. The student union is student-led organisation, run by students for students, offering a packed line-up of activities and events, vibrant social spaces, and an independent advisory service than can provide representation, support and advice. The Students’ Union manages over 60 diverse and dynamic societies adding an element of fun to student-led activities on campus.

MedSoc

Despite being a new medical school, Edge Hill have already founded their own Medical Society providing plenty of additional academic opportunities. There are over 60 other societies spanning a wide range of sports and activities. The society encourages students to get involved in academic and non-academic events. All events from annual balls to hosting guest speakers are dictated by students' interests. They also collaborate with different medical societies to connect the network of medical students throughout the UK.

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Edge Hill Medical School Official Website

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