Portsmouth Dentistry: Entry Requirements & UCAT Cutoff (2027 Entry)
Portsmouth Dentistry at a glance
Entry requirements
Selection · how they rank for interview
Portsmouth is a brand-new dental school and hasn't yet published how it shortlists - the UCAT is required and shortlisted applicants are interviewed.
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Full requirements, with sources
A-Levels
Interview & decision
- You'll have an individual interview - online or on campus.1
- Offers are decided on your interview alongside the rest of your application - no scoring split is published.1
- Portsmouth makes adjusted (lower) offers on widening-participation and local criteria - whether this applies to the BDS isn't published.3
- Newly qualified dentists are expected to have to practise in the NHS for a minimum period - planned for home students starting from 2027/28.2
Conditional offer
- Conditional offer: AAA (144 UCAS points) - including grade A in Biology and grade A in one other science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology.1
Portsmouth admissions email: admissions@port.ac.uk
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Frequently asked questions
What A-Levels do you need for Portsmouth Dentistry?
You must be taking A-Level Biology plus a second science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology. A pass in the science practical is desirable, not required. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Vocational/Applied A-Levels aren't accepted.
What are the GCSE requirements for Portsmouth Dentistry?
Grade A/7 in GCSE English and Maths, plus two science subjects at grade B/6 - all achieved before you apply. Key Skills, Functional Skills and Scottish Core Skills aren't accepted in lieu of GCSEs.
How does Portsmouth decide who gets a Dentistry interview?
Your UCAT is used in selection - Portsmouth is a new school and hasn't yet published how applications are scored. No UCAT threshold exists yet - 2027 is the first cohort open to home applicants.
What is the Dentistry interview like at Portsmouth?
You'll have an individual interview - online or on campus. Offers are decided on your interview alongside the rest of your application - no scoring split is published.
Sources
Admissions policies change - always confirm with Portsmouth before finalising your UCAS choices.