A-level: AAA An Art and Design related A-level such as Design, Design Technology or Art and Design is desirable but not essential.

Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade.

Excludes A-level General Studies or Critical Thinking.

Applicants must also present in an interview a physical design, design technology, art or engineering portfolio during an applicant day. International applicants must submit this via email if not attending a physical applicant day. Please note that digital portfolios cannot be reviewed on the applicant day.

Applicants should include two to three projects which demonstrate design abilities. These can include extra-curricular design projects or samples of work which demonstrate skills associated with design, for example: art work, photography, CAD, engineering or technical projects.

Extended Project Qualification - Whilst we recognise the value, effort and enthusiasm applicants make in the Extended Project, we do not currently include this as part of our offer making. We do however encourage you to provide further information on your project in your personal statement and if invited, at interview.

GCSE: English Language at grade C (4) or above or an appropriate English language qualification, plus a minimum grade B (6) in Mathematics and B-B (6-6) in Combined Science or equivalent.

International Baccalaureate
35 points overall, with 18 points at higher level preferably including an Art and Design-related subject (desirable but not essential).

Typical Access to Leeds offer: ABB, and minimum grades of 5 and 6 (B) in Mathematics and Science (in any order) at GCSE.

IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each section.
TOEFL iBT - 87 (with no less than 20 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking and 21 in writing).