Entry Requirements Higher Education
Each Higher Education programme has its own distinctive entry requirements. This is set as a minimum UCAS points for entry.
On some programmes, applicants must also hold subject specific qualifications to gain a place. Therefore, it is essential that you check entry requirements for each programme you are applying for.Please note, these are qualifications that applicants must have completed and certified to gain entry onto the respective programmes.
Applicants must hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in both English Language and Mathematics. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number and Essential Skills Literacy may be regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths and English.
We recognise that prior learning or experience may give some students credit towards a qualification to gain entry onto a programme or credit towards a programme of study.
Please refer to our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.
Applicants applying to programmes validated by university partners (UU, QUB and OU) who hold international qualifications must provide certificates to determine equivalence before an offer can be made.
| Level | Title | Equivalent to |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | BA (Hons) BSc (Hons) | Bachelor Degrees |
| 5 | BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma |
Foundation Degrees Higher National Diplomas Diplomas of Higher Education and Further Education |
| 4 | IAM Level 4 Diploma in Administration Management | Certificates of Further Education |
| 3 | BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma QCF Level 3 NVQ Diploma BTEC Level 3 Diploma BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma |
Three GCE A Levels Three GCE A Levels Two GCE A Levels One GCE A Leve |
| 2 | BTEC Level 2 Diploma BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate |
Four GCSEs A*-C Two GCSEs A*-C |
| 1 | BTEC Level 1 Certificate/ Award |
GCSEs D-G |