Entry requirements
We look at individual applications and make an offer based on your academic achievement and personal statement. Offer may be subject and grade specific.
For 2012 entry: 120 UCAS tariff points including at least a grade C in 1 A-level, or an equivalent relevant Level 3 qualification e.g. BTEC National Diploma, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
Applicants without A-level Chemistry or sufficient study of Chemistry should be able to demonstrate an adequate understanding of the fundamentals of Chemistry, either through a qualification (e.g. AS-Chemistry) or by test at interview.
For 2013 entry: to be confirmed
GCSEs
Minimum of 3 GCSEs grades A* to C, including Maths and English or appropriate Key Skills Level 2 or equivalent.
Numeracy and Literacy
In order for you to contribute fully to your course and enjoy your learning experience with us, you’ll need to have the right skills to study with us. For that reason, we need to be sure that you can express yourself in written English, have basic numeracy skills, and have an understanding of the subject area. We usually use Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework as a demonstration of these skills. Level 2 includes GCSEs and Key Skills Level 2. If you are a mature candidate who does not have formal qualifications to this level, we may still be able to consider your application – please contact the the askBU enquiry service to find out more.
Other qualifications
We have outlined below other qualifications that we consider for this course. If you are studying a qualification that is not listed, please contact the askBU Enquiry Service – it may be that we can still consider it.
Advanced/Progression Diplomas
The Advanced diploma is broadly equivalent to three and a half A levels and the progression diploma to two and a half A levels. The diplomas are available in just a few subject areas.
This course does not accept the following progression or advanced diplomas:
- Business, Administration & Finance
- Creative & Media
- Construction & the Built Environment
- Engineering
- Environmental and Land Based Studies
- Hair & Beauty
- Hospitality
- Information Technology
- Manufacturing & PD
- Society Health & Development
To find out more on diplomas, please visit the Directgov Diploma website
BTEC Nationals
Diplomas
This course requires a minimum Pass, Pass, Pass from the 18 unit diploma.
Certificate
This course requires a Pass, Pass from the 12 unit certificate in addition to an A-Level Grade D in a relevant subject to achieve the overall tariff.
Award
This course requires a Merit or Pass from the 6 unit qualification in addition to an A-Level in a relevant subject area to achieve the overall tariff.
European Baccalaureate
Applicants are required to achieve a minimum score of 60% overall.
Irish Leaving Certificate
Applicants are normally required to achieve five passes including two at the higher level with Grade C or above.
Cambridge Pre-U Diploma
We welcome applicants studying the Cambridge Pre-U Diploma or a combination of Pre-U subjects and A-levels.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma)
The International Diploma is welcomed as part of the International Baccalaureate, with a minimum pass as entry requirements for this course.
Key Skills (Level 3)
We welcome your application if you are studying at Key Skills Level 3.
Scottish Qualifications
Scottish Advanced Highers, Scottish Highers and other Scottish qualifications are all welcomed providing that your results meet the overall course tariff.
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma
Applicants will be expected to achieve the core in addition to two A levels and to satisfy the overall course entry criteria.
Excluded subjects
None
