Brunel University of London Medicine MBBS interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate
Brunel University of London interviews 44% of Medicine MBBS applicants, online.
Figures from brunel.ac.uk, checked 2 November 2026.
At a glance
- When: Home: 16-21 Feb 2027 or 9-14 Mar 2027 (International: 17-22 Nov 2026, 12-17 Jan, 13-18 Apr, 18-23 May, 15-20 Jun, 6-11 Jul 2027 (provisional))
- Format: MMI stations, Online (Recorded answers reviewed by interview assessors from the Medical School or the wider medical community, including academic staff and NHS clinicians)
- How many: 6 stations
- Length: 6 stations: question read aloud, 30 s thinking, up to 5 min answer each (6 stations)
- Who's interviewed: After reference and academic screening, the Selection Panel ranks applications (460 of 1,052 last cycle)
- Before it: Home: UCAT (that year) or GAMSAT (valid two years) ranking
How the Brunel University of London Medicine MBBS interview runs
- Before: Home: UCAT (that year) or GAMSAT (valid two years) ranking; references and academic requirements checked first; offers by vMMI total score against a cut-off agreed by the Admissions Committee, waiting list possible; lower contextualised offer for Widening Access applicants after the vMMI; enhanced DBS (plus overseas criminal clearance certificate) as an offer condition; occupational health clearance and immunisations; must be 18 by 31 Oct 2027
- Interviews: 6 stations, Home: 16-21 Feb 2027 or 9-14 Mar 2027, online
- Each one: 6 stations: question read aloud, 30 s thinking, up to 5 min answer each, with Recorded answers reviewed by interview assessors from the Medical School or the wider medical community, including academic staff and NHS clinicians
- In the room: ID check with Yoti (integrated with Shortlister) before you begin
- They assess: "One attribute aligned with Good Medical Practice per station", in the university's own words
Applied: 1,052. Interviewed: 460 (2026 entry).
Questions asked
- Official sample question: Why do you want to study medicine?
- Reported by 5 sources: Why should patients trust you?
- Reported by 5 sources: How do you deal with overpopulation?
Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.
Brunel University of London Medicine MBBS interview FAQ
When are Brunel University of London Medicine MBBS interviews in 2026?
Home: 16-21 Feb 2027 or 9-14 Mar 2027.
Online or in person?
Online, as MMI stations.
How long is each interview?
6 stations: question read aloud, 30 s thinking, up to 5 min answer each. 6 stations.
What percentage of applicants are interviewed?
44%.
Is there a test?
Home: UCAT (that year) or GAMSAT (valid two years) ranking.
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