A level
AAB
Required subjects
AAB including two science-based subjects
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
Excluded subjects
Science and society, general studies, critical thinking, citizenship studies, leisure studies
IB score
32 points overall or 665 in 3 HL certificates
IB requirements
HL5 in Biology and Chemistry. Alternatively, HL5 in one of Biology or Chemistry plus HL5 from one of Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sports Exercise and Health Science.
Please note that HL Chemistry is essential where the GCSE science requirement – or IB Standard Level equivalency - is not met.
RQF BTEC Nationals
Applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DD plus 1 A level at grade A
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D plus 2 A levels grades AB
The required A levels for mixed BTEC and A level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Access to HE Diploma
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
Access to HE Diploma 30 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction, usually including 15 biology or chemistry credits and 15 credits from a second acceptable science subject, plus 15 graded Level 3 credits at Merit.
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Nottingham. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
