B,B,C We require grades BBC (including at least one science from the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). We require grades BBCCC including one science related subject eg Biology, Chemistry, Psychology plus one Advanced Higher at grade B/C. GCSE requirement must include English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above with the overall GCSE profile being at least 5 GCSEs grade C/4 or above or equivalent, i.e. standard 3 or intermediate 2. We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3).
The specific course requirements are: of the 45 credits at level 3, 30 must be at Distinction grade and the remaining 15 credits at merit grade. Also, 30 of the 45 level 3 credits must be in science or health-science related subjects. You must also have GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science at grade C or 4 or above. We no longer accept equivalents to GCSE for English and Maths.
We also consider other factors on an individual basis, such as additional educational achievements, life experience and work related skills. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 30 We require 30 points overall, 3 subjects at higher level including at least one science related subject (Biology, Chemistry or Psychology) each with grade of 5. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DDD We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (BTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD. 1/3 of the units undertaken must be in a science or science related subject. GCSE/National 4/National 5 2 GCSES/iGCSES at Grade B or 6 and 3 GCSES/iGCSES at Grade C or 4. These should include your English and Mathematics if at Grade C or 4. English Language, Mathematics and a Science are required at GCSE/iGCSE level with a minimum Grade of C or 4 GCSE/iGCSE Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) DD We consider the National Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the BTEC National Diploma or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester. OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma DD We consider the Technical Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the Cambridge Technical Diploma or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma DDD We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (CTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD in Health and Social Care or Applied Science with 1/3 of the units undertaken in science or science related subjects. We require grades BBCCC including one science related subject eg Biology, Chemistry, Psychology plus one Advanced Higher at grade B/C. GCSE requirement must include English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above with the overall GCSE profile being at least 5 GCSEs grade C/4 or above or equivalent, i.e. standard 3 or intermediate 2. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal M1,M1,M3 We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken.
Candidates taking Pre-U principal subjects in conjunction with A levels are expected to achieve a combination of M1, M1, M3 in the Pre-U and BBC at A level in three distinct subjects to include at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science).
If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to. The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this.
The minimum grade required will be the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at grade B plus two A levels at grade B and C - normally including at least one science (eg Biology, Chemistry or Psychology) and GCSE requirement which must include English Language and Maths at a minimum of Grade C or 4 or above with the overall GCSE profile being at least 5 GCSEs Grade C or 4 or above in different subjects. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) D We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D plus two additional A Levels at grades BC. Either the BTEC National Extended Certificate or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) D,D We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two additional A Levels at grade BC. Either the BTEC National Foundation Diploma or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma DD We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two A Levels at Grades BC. Either the Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade DD plus two A Levels at grades BC. Either the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate or A Level must be in a science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science). D We will accept the Health pathway only and require an overall grade of Distinction.
We would normally expect the chosen specialism to match the BNurs pathway for which you will be applying for. For example, for Adult Nursing, the specialism taken should be supporting the Adult Nursing Team. |