Southampton Medicine BM6 Widening Participation interview 2026: dates, questions, format and success rate

How Southampton interviews for Medicine BM6 Widening Participation, in person, Selection days January to end of February 2027: the format, the questions reported for it, and the practice interview built on them.

Figures from southampton.ac.uk, checked 18 October 2026.

At a glance

When: Selection days January to end of February 2027 (Invitations 2-3 weeks ahead)
Format: Mixed format, In person
How many: 1 interview + group task
Who's interviewed: Home non-graduate applicants meeting the entry requirements and 3 of the 6 BM6 eligibility criteria, ranked by UCAT score (new from 2027 entry)
Before it: Eligibility form with evidence of 3 of 6 criteria, sent in November and returned by its deadline (IMD verified by the Faculty)

How the Southampton Medicine BM6 Widening Participation interview runs

Before: Eligibility form with evidence of 3 of 6 criteria, sent in November and returned by its deadline (IMD verified by the Faculty); UCAT before the 15 October deadline (ranks for interview; breaks tied selection-day scores); reference not used; offers need occupational health clearance with vaccinations and an enhanced DBS check
Interviews: 1 interview + group task, Selection days January to end of February 2027, in person
In the room: Group task at the selection day
They assess: "Self-motivated and resilient", in the university's own words

Questions asked

Reported by 5 sources: Why should patients trust you?
Reported by 5 sources: How do you deal with overpopulation?
Reported by 5 sources: What are the NHS values and why are they important?

Every question reported for this course is open with a free account.

Southampton Medicine BM6 Widening Participation interview FAQ

When are Southampton Medicine BM6 Widening Participation interviews in 2026?

Selection days January to end of February 2027 (exact dates due in the autumn).

Online or in person?

In person, as a mixed format.

Is there a test?

Eligibility form with evidence of 3 of 6 criteria, sent in November and returned by its deadline (IMD verified by the Faculty).

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