Gradespoints required from qualifications BCC BBB 104 120
Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below

Key Skills Level 2 in EnglishMaths
NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading
Skills for Life Level 2 in NumeracyEnglish
Higher Diploma in MathsEnglish
Functional Skills Level 2 in MathsEnglish
Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Welsh GCSE in Maths or Numeracy
Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
A LEVELS
BCCBBB
Minimum Number of A Levels 2
Maximum AS UCAS Points 20

An English subject is preferred eg English Language English Literature English LanguageLiterature or Creative Writing Subjects such as Drama Theatre Studies Film Studies Religious Education History and Media Studies will also be considered
BTEC
Extended Diploma DMM
IB
International Baccalaureate Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
Additional information 104 UCAS Tariff points from IB Composite parts to include a relevant subject at Higher Level
IELTS
6.0 minimum of 5.5 in each component

TOEFL IBT - Grade required - Minimum standards - courses may vary - 78 Overall with R18, W17, L17, S20.

International Baccalaureate - Literature - Grade required - Minimum standards - courses may vary - Grade 5 at SL or Grade 4 at HL.
International Baccalaureate - Language - Grade required - Minimum standards - courses may vary - Grade 5 at SL or Grade 4 at HL.