A Level AAB to include Chemistry and at least one further science at A level from Biology, Mathematics or Physics
IB 6,6,5 at Higher Level, including Chemistry plus either Biology, Physics or Maths and three further subjects at Standard Level. 32 points overall
BTEC - BTEC options are considered.
Number of A levels required: 3
Required subjects and grades
Chemistry and at least one further science at A level from Biology, Mathematics or Physics. Mathematics and Further Mathematics will not be considered as separate subjects at A2. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted.
GCSE
Grade B/6 in Maths GCSE is also required. Maths grade C at AS level may be offered in lieu of the GCSE requirement where appropriate.
BTEC qualifications
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma will not be considered without A level Chemistry
- BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in science related subject will be considered in addition to 2 A levels including Chemistry
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in science related subject will be considered in addition to two A levels including Chemistry
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
A minimum of 32 points overall including grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level, including Chemistry plus one from Biology, Physics or Maths plus three further subjects at Standard Level. Maths with Further Maths will count as one higher and one subsidiary. Where relevant, Language A must be English at grade 5. Bonus points will not be taken into account.
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Birmingham Foundation Pathways - Kaplan UK. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
