Dentistry (BDS pre-dental year entry) BDS

Not Accepted

We require 4 Highers at grades AAAA by the end of Secondary 5. Grades should be achieved in the same sitting at first attempt. English Language and Maths, if not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (National 5, Intermediate II or Standard Grade Credit level grade 2 or above). Applicants also need Scottish Advanced Highers in addition to Scottish Highers, so please also check the entry requirements for those qualifications.

Not Accepted

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36 points overall. 6 , 6, 6 in Higher Level subjects. We accept both Maths options as part of the Diploma. If Maths and English Language are not offered as part of the Diploma, they should be offered at GCSE or IGCSE at grade 6/B or above. Higher level subjects should include subject combinations that would be unsuitable for admissions to the 5-year BDS. Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.

DDD

At least grades DDD in combination with one A-level at grade A.

For applicants with non-science A levels, we require at least seven GCSEs at grade 7 (A) or above. For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ or WP++ using the University's Contextual Data Eligibility tool, we will accept 6 GCSEs at grade 7 (A

D*D

At least a D*D grade in combination with two A-levels at grades AA.

We have no specific requirements at AS-level. However, we would normally expect students to demonstrate a commitment towards achieving a broad and balanced education. Most applicants will therefore be studying beyond the 'bare minimum' in order to make the most competitive application possible. You may wish to evidence this on your application in a number of ways, for example: studying four A-level subjects; studying for an additional AS level or BTEC qualification in addition to your three main subjects; taking General Studies, Key Skills or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in addition to your three main subjects. We are aware that you may not be able to take the above qualifications at school or college and therefore we allow applicants to provide evidence of participating in other activities aimed at increasing social responsibility, for example, National Citizen Service (NCS) or the Duke of Edinburgh award in lieu of a formal qualification. A list of other suggested activities is provided on our FAQ page. If in doubt, please contact us. Please note that if your school is unable to offer any of the above, they should state this in the UCAS reference and you will not be disadvantaged as a result. Applicants with

Not Accepted

Not Accepted

We require at least two Advanced Highers at grades AA by the end of Secondary 6. Any of the following combinations are acceptable: three Advanced Highers at AAA; two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one A2-level subject at grade A; two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one new Higher at grade A. We do not accept Chemistry and Biology in the Advanced Highers. You will also need Scottish Highers in addition to Scottish Advanced Highers.

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.

Not Accepted

Not Accepted

D*

At least a D* grade in combination with two A-levels at grades AA.

Not Accepted

Not Accepted

A,A,A

AAA, including subject combinations (eg non-science subjects) that would be unsuitable for admission to the 5 year BDS. You must also meet the GCSE requirements. Combinations of very similar subjects, for example, Biology and Human Biology or Maths and Further Maths together, are not acceptable. This course is open to those with only one of the required science subjects (Biology or Chemistry). However, if you have studied Biology and Chemistry at A-level, you would not be eligible for this foundation course. You would be eligible to apply for the 5 year BDS course instead. If you have studied science subjects before you may still be eligible to apply and receive a BBB offer if you are in receipt of a UCAT Bursary in year of application and meet the contextual admissions criteria with a WP+ or WP++ flag on your application. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t b

We will consider Science, Healthcare Science or Health T Level pathway for the foundation year. We would require Distinction overall.

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this. The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A-Level entry requirements.