Standard offer
International Requirements
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Holders of the Bachillerato together with a recognised foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, will be considered for entry to our Bachelor degree progrmmes
English Language
Holders of the Matura/Reifeprüfung with a minimum overall score of 'pass with distinction' (mit gutem Erfolg bestanden) and subject grades between 2-1/5 (gut-sehr gut - good-very good) will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.
Please refer to the information below as guidance for grade comparisons to A-level entry requirements:
Holders of the Matura/Reifeprüfung will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 1 overall plus 1, 1, 2 in elective subjects (inc any required subject/s)
AAA - 1 overall plus 1, 2, 2 in elective subjects (inc any required subject/s)
AAB - 1 overall plus 222 in elective subjects (inc any required subject/s)
ABB - BBB - 2 overall plus 222 in elective subjects (inc any required subject/s)
Subject specific grade equivalencies:
A* - 1
A - 1.5
B - 2
English requirement: 2/5 (gut) in English (both written and oral examinations)
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your
programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence
of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Full details on our programme and English language entry requirements are available
on our website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/internationalentry
Higher Secondary Certificate students will be required to take an approved Foundation Programme before they can be considered for entry to the first year of our Bachelor degree programmes (see Birmingham Foundation Pathways).
Candidates who have successfully completed a three year Bachelor of Science, Arts or Commerce degree with very good grades will be considered for entry to the first year of relevant Bachelor degree programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your
programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence
of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Full details on our programme and English language entry requirements are available
on our website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/internationalentry
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
English language at grade C6 or above is sufficient to meet the standard English language requirements.
GCE A Level examinations (BBB to A*AA), the International Baccalaureate (IB) (32 points overall. HL 5,5,5 to 7,7,6),
or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways. Students who have successfully completed the first year of a Licenciatura or Bacharelado degree with an overall score of 7.5/10 or higher can be considered
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes. Students from Brunei will usually undertake Brunei/Cambridge GCE A level examinations or Brunei Darussalam Technical and Vocational Educational Council (BDTVEC). Both qualifications allow students to apply for undergraduate degree courses.
English Language
Holders of the "Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie, Diploma za Zavarsheno Sredno Obrazovanie, or Diploma za Sredno Spetzialno Obrazovanie" (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
- A*AA = 5.8 overall with 5.8 in 2 Matura exams (to include any required subjects)
- AAA = 5.8 overall with 5.6 in 2 Matura exams (to include any required subjects)
- AAB = 5.6 overall with 5.6 in 2 Matura exams (to include any required subjects)
- ABB = 5.4 overall with 5.5 in 2 Matura exams (to include any required subjects)
- BBB = 5.2 overall with 5.5 in 2 Matura exams (to include any required subjects)
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Students who hold Cameroon GCE A Levels with good grades or French Baccalaureat with minimum grades of 12/20-15/20 will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programme
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability.
Cameroon has two systems of education, one based on the British model, the other on the French - as long as a student has studied under the British system, and obtained either (a) a minimum of grade C on their English Language General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level or (b) completed their degree in English they will be exempt from the standard international English requirements.
The University will consider students who have achieved good grades in their High School Graduation Diploma with at least 5 university-preparatory level (Grade 12) courses. For many of our programmes of study, students will need at least a B average, and possibly higher.
Qualification Guidance
Unless otherwise stated qualification guidance is as follows:
Ontario System
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A level requirements of AAA = 85% overall in 6 x grade 12 U or U/C courses. Where an A level subject is required, the course must be at U or U/C level.
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A level requirements of AAB = 80% overall in 6 x grade 12 U or U/C courses. Where an A level subject is required, the course must be at U or U/C level.
For Maths and English GCSE equivalency the student must offer Maths and English at grade 11 minimum. (For UG programmes that require GCSE grade A equivalence, suggest 80% minimum).
Other Canadian Provinces
British Colombia - Grade 12 Senior Secondary Diploma with an average of at least 80% (ABB), 85% (AAB) and 90% (AAA) in 5 grade 12 subjects or Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma if awarded with at least five Bs (BBBBB) or above in acceptable grade 12 courses.
Manitoba - High School Graduation Diploma with an overall average of 75% (ABB), 80% (AAB) and 85% (AAA), including 5 credits awarded at the 300 level in at least 4 subject areas, and at least 65% in each subject.
Alberta, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northern W. T., Nova Scotia, P. Edward Island, Saskatchewan - General High School Diploma with an overall average of 75% (ABB), 80% (AAB) and 85% (AAA) in 5 subjects at Grade 12.
Nunavut - General High School Diploma with an overall average of 75% (ABB), 80% (AAB) and 85% (AAA) across five subjects at grade 12.
Qubec - Diplôme d'Etudes Collègiales (DEC) with an overall average of 75% (ABB), 80% (AAB) and 85% (AAA).
Yukon - Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma with an overall average of at least 85% in 5 grade 12 subjects (including provincial examinations where applicable).
Entry to LLB for Graduates
a GPA of 2.8-3.0 and above depending on the University will be considered for entry on to the LLB for Graduates.
If you are an applicant currently studying within the Canada we can accept an application from you through the Common Application.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider students who have completed GAOKAO for entry to our Undegraduate Programmes. Please refer to our GAOKAO entry requirements for further information.
Holders of the Chinese High School Certificate/Senior Middle School Graduation and a suitable foundation programme, and holders of two/three year Diplomas, with a good performance (80% average or above) from a recognised institution, will be considered for entry to undergraduate programmes.
If you have taken A level or IB diploma, please refer to the course you are interested in on our course finder and you will find entry requirements.
If you have taken exams which are from another country's national education system (e.g. the Arbitur from Germany or SAT and AP exams from the USA) you should consult that specific country page on our website for entry requirements.
English Language
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Holders of the Bachillerato together with a recognised foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, will be considered for entry to our Bachelor degree programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements
Candidates from Costa Rica generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) Bachiller en la Enseñanza Media plus a recognised foundation programme or c) successfully completed the first year of the Bachiller or Licenciado with 8/10 or higher.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements
Holders of the Maturatna Svjedodzba (Matriculation Certificate) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA-AAA= 5/5
AAB = 4.5/5
ABB-BBB = 4/5
Subject specific requirements:
A* - 5
A - 4.5
B - 4
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Candidates offering the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) qualification can be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. CAPE is graded on a I to VI scale (I being the highest) and we would typically look for a minimum of II in each subject taken to include I in any required subject and for AAA-AAB offers to include a at least half the subjects at grade I.
Candidates offering an Associate degree from a recognised institution may also be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. We would typically require a minimum GPA of 3.0 to include high grades in relevant and required subjects.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Holders of the Apolytirio with a minimum overall score of 18+/20 plus 2 GCE A levels will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes. The Apolytirio + 1 A level may be considered at the discretion of departments, if high grades and required subjects are offered.
Equivalent grades:
A*AA = 19/20 + A*A
AAA = 19/20 + AA
AAB = 18/20 + AA
ABB = 18/20 +AB
BBB = 18/20 + BB
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Vysvedceni o Maturitni Zkousce-Zkouška / Maturita will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA-AAA: 1 overall
AAB: 1.5 overall
ABB-BBB: 2 overall
Specific subject requirements:
A* - 1
A = 1.5
B = 2
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Studentereksamen: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) or Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies in Level A Subjects (including any required subjects):
A*AA - 12,10,10
AAA - 10,10,10
AAB - 10,10,7
ABB - 10,10,7
BBB - 10,7,7
Specific subject requirements:
A* = 11
A = 10
B = 9
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Candidates from Ecuador generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) Senior Secondary School (Titulo de Bachiller en Ciencias) plus a recognised foundation programme or c) successfully completed the first year of the Licenciado (with 70% or equivalent GPA)
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Applicants from Egypt generally require either A levels, an IB Diploma or successful completion of the Foundation Pathway Programme in order to be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. We can also accept alternative recognised foundation programmes - please refer to the UK page.
International pre-masters programmes:
Holders of a bachelor degree from a recognised university with a 60-74% will be considered for entry to pre-masters programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Full details on our programme and English language entry requirements are available on our website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/internationalentry
Holders of the Riigieksamid (State Examinations) plus the Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (GI) (Secondary School Certificate) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
- A*AA - 4.5 average for GI and 83% average for 3 best state exams (excluding English taken as a SELT)
- AAA - 4.4 average for GI and 80% average for 3 best state exams (excluding English taken as a SELT)
- AAB - 4.3 average for GI and 79% average for 3 best state exams (excluding English taken as a SELT)
- ABB - 4.2 average for GI and 78% average for 3 best state exams (excluding English taken as a SELT)
- BBB - 4.1 average for GI and 77% average for 3 best state exams (excluding English taken as a SELT)
Specific subject requirements - required subjects must be studied at the highest level possible at school (year 12) with following grade equivalencies: A* = 90% A = 85% B = 80%.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who have completed one or two years of a Bachelors degree from an Ethiopian university with excellent grades (A or 4 points) can be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Overall successful completion of Ylioppilastutkinto / studentexamen (Matriculation Examination) with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 766
AAA - 666
AAB - 665
ABB - 655
BBB - 555
Subject specific requirements:
L (Laudator) = 7 = A*
E (Eximia cum laude approbatur) = 6 = A
M (Magna cum laude approbatur) = 5 = B
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Baccalauréat Général / Baccalauréat Technologique (BTn) / Baccalauréat de l'Enseignement du Second Degr and Diplôme de l'Enseignement du Second Degr / Option International du Baccalauréat (OIB) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA: 15/20
AAA-AAB: 14/20
ABB - BBB: 13/20
Option International du Baccalauréat (OIB)
A*AA: 14/20
AAA-AAB: 13/20
ABB - BBB: 12/20
Specifc subject requirements:
A* = 15/20
A = 14/20
B = 12/20
English proficiency: 14 (bien) in English
We will consider holders of the European Baccalaureate (EB) with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 88
AAA - 85
AAB - 80
ABB - 77
BBB - 75
Subject specific requirement:
A* - 9
A - 8
B - 7
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Alternatively, we may accept your English language grade from the French Baccalauréat if you achieved 14 (bien) or above.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Abitur/Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife, Zeugnis der Fachgebundenen Hochschulreife or Zeugnis der Fachhochschulreife will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA: 1.4 overall in the Abitur
AAA: 1.5 overall in the Abitur
AAB: 1.6 overall in the Abitur
ABB: 1.7 overall in the Abitur
BBB: 1.8 overall in the Abitur
Specific subject requirements:
A* = 14/15
A = 13/15
B = 11/15
Please note: For applicants taking the Fachhochschulreife, we wouldn’t normally accept this qualification for entry to undergraduate programmes.
We will consider holders of the European Baccalaureate (EB) with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 88
AAA - 85
AAB - 80
ABB - 77
BBB - 75
Subject specific requirement:
A* - 9
A - 8
B - 7
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Alternatively, we may also accept your English language grade from the German Abitur if you achieved an average grade of 10 or above over 4 semesters.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who hold a Higher National Diploma with a good profile of grades (distinctions and credits, or grades 1-3) will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes (first year entry).
Students who have completed the first year of a 4-year Bachelor degree from a recognised institution in Ghana with excellent grades (2.1, 3.0/4.0, 3.5/5.0) will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes (first year entry).
English Language
English language at grade C6 or above in the WAEC SSSCE is sufficient to meet the standard English language requirements.
Holders of the National Apolytirio (Apolytirio Eniaio Lykeio) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 19.3
AAA - 19.2
AAB - 19.1
ABB - BBB - 19
Specific subject requirements (required both within the Apolytirio and as a Panhellenic exam):
A* - 19.4
A - 19.2
B - 19
English proficiency: recognised proficiency test required
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Candidates from Guatemala generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) Bachillerato + foundation programme or c) Successful completion of first year of the Licenicado (with score of 70 or higher)
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider holders of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) for entry to our undergraduate programmes with the grade equivalencies shown below (excluding Chinese and Liberal Studies).
A*AA = 5*55
AAA = 555
AAB = 554
ABB = 544
BBB = 444
Applicants for programmes with subject specific requirements will need to offer these as normal (please note that combined or integrated science will not normally be acceptable where a stated science is required i.e. Biology or Chemistry). Programmes requiring Mathematics as a specified subject will require both the Compulsory and Extended parts.
Higher level Diplomas and Associate Degrees can be considered for year one entry. A typical requirement would be an average grade of B (70-79%) or a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 in a relevant subject.
Holders of Higher Diplomas with a good performance (at least B+ or GPA 3.2 above) will be considered for entry to year 2 of relevant undergraduate degree programmes within Engineering and Computer Science.
Holders of the HKU SPACE Associate Degree programme with an good performance (at least B+ or GPA 3.2 above) throughout their studies may be considered for entry to year 2 of relevant undergraduate degree programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications such as the HKDSE English. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Erettségi / Matura with at least two subjects at advanced level (emelt szint) plus any required subjects at advanced level will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 85%, 80% (Advanced level) plus 80%, 80%, 80% (Intermediate level)
AAA - 80%, 80% (Advanced level) plus 80%, 80%, 80% (Intermediate level)
AAB - 80%, 80% (Advanced level) plus 80%, 80%, 80% (Intermediate level)
ABB - 80%, 75% (Advanced level) plus 80%, 80%, 80% (Intermediate level)
BBB - 75%, 75% (Advanced level) plus 80%, 80%, 75% (Intermediate level)
Subject specific requirements (Advanced level):
A* - 85%
A - 80%
B - 75%
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Indian Standard XII with an overall score of 75%, or higher will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes. Please see grade equivalencies below.
- AAA = 85% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 80% West Bengal or 90% Other State boards
- AAB = 80% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 75% West Bengal or 85% Other State boards
- ABB/BBB = 75% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra and West Bengal or 80% Other State boards
For MBChB only - A*AA = 85% overall from ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra or 80% West Bengal or 90% Other State boards. Subjects taken must include Chemistry and Biology with A* grade in one of these subjects.
- A* = 90% ISC, CBSE, Maharashtra, 85% West Bengal, 95% Other State boards.
Please note: Students wishing to study MBChB must also show a minimum of A in Maths and A* in either Chemistry or Biology in their Standard X exam in order to be considered for this programme.
English Language
Applicants with appropriate grades in Standard XII English (English Core/English Elective/Functional English in CBSE) do not require additional SELT qualifications.
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the for specific programme requirements.
- GCE A Level in three acceptable subjects
- International Baccalaureate (IB) with 32 points overall
- A Diploma (D3/D4), with good grades, from a recognised Indonesian institution
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Full details on our programme and English language entry requirements are available on our website: www.birmingham.ac.uk/internationalentry
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who have completed the Pre-University Certificate (Peeshdaneshgahe) with a minimum overall GPA of 16/20 and students who have successfully completed the National Entrance Exam (Kunkur) are welcome to apply for entry to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
We will consider students who have successfully completed a recognised Foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, or have successfully completed at least two years of study at a recognised Iraqi university.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will review all admissions on a case-by-case basis. Please contact your course admissions tutor for more course specific information.
English Language
The University will consider students who have completed the Bagrut and achieved grade 8 or above in 6 subjects.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Diploma di Esame di Stato will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 95
AAA - 92
AAB - 90
ABB - 88
BBB - 85
Subject specific requirements:
A* - 15/15 OR 10/10
A - 14/15 OR 9/10
B - 13/15 OR 8/10
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Students who hold the French Baccalaureat with minimum grades of 12/20-15/20 will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Candidates offering the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) qualification can be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. CAPE is graded on a I to VI scale (I being the highest) and we would typically look for a minimum of II in each subject taken to include I in any required subject and for AAA-AAB offers to include a at least half the subjects at grade I.
Candidates offering an Associate degree from a recognised institution may also be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. We would typically require a minimum GPA of 3.0 to include high grades in relevant and required subjects.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways at the BIA, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your
programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence
of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider students who have obtained grades of 4/5 and above in the Certificate of (Completed) Secondary Education (Oрта білім туралы аттестат/Аттестат о среднем (полном) общем образовании) for entry to our Foundation Pathways (to include 4/5 in Maths for our Engineering and Physical Sciences pathway.
Please visit the Foundation Pathways website for more information.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
Full details on our programme and English language entry requirements are available on our website:
www.birmingham.ac.uk/internationalentry
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
We will consider students who have successfully completed a recognised Foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, or have successfully completed at least two years of study at a recognised Iraqi university.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such
as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Candidates from Latvia generally require either A levels, an IB Diploma or a recognised foundation programme qualification in order to be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme. Holders of the Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu (Certificate of General Secondary Education) are not eligible for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications.
Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme (such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy), for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who have completed a Higher Technician Diploma with minimum GPA of 65%, or a Bachelor degree from a Higher Technical or Vocational Institution with minimum GPA of 65%, may be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme.
Students who have the Secondary Education Certificate plus one year of a Bachelor degree from a recognised university with a minimum GPA or 65% may also be considered.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Holders of the Brandos Atestatas (Secondary School Diploma/Maturity Certificate) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 9.5 with 95% average in 3 state exams
AAA - 9.0 with 90% average in 3 state exams
AAB - 9.0 with 87% average in 3 state exams
ABB - 8.5 with 85% average in 3 state exams
BBB - 8.0 with 80% average in 3 state exams
Subject specific requirements (state exam):
A* - 95%
A - 90%
B - 85%
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 50/60
AAA - 48/60
AAB - 46/60
ABB - 44/60
BBB - 42/60
Subject specific requirements:
A* - 52
A - 48
B - 42
In addition to the standard qualifications that we accept as proof of English language proficiency, the University accepts the following as proof of English language for students from Luxembourg:
6/10 in English Language I in the European Baccalaureate; or
8/10 in English Language II in the European Baccalaureate
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
The University will consider students who have taken A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Taylor's University
The University has various twinning programmes with Taylor's University which can allow Taylors students entry into year 1, year 2 or year 3 of an Undergraduate Degree course, depending on their choice of subject and GPA score. Degree courses available through twinning agreements are: Biosciences, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
Sigjil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysian (STPM)
STPM is considered equivalent to A-levels and is acceptable for admissions to the first year of an undergraduate programme. Grades equivalent to the A-level requirement should be achieved in three out of the five subjects studied.
Malaysian Ministry of Education Matriculation Programme
Holders of the Malaysian Ministry of Education Matriculation Certificate in Science can be considered for entry to year one of Biosciences, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
Certificates in Accountancy
Students with Certificates in Accountancy can be considered for entry to year one of the Accountancy, Economics, and Money, Banking and Finance programmes, provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is obtained. In addition, a candidate must reach the appropriate level of English requirement for the particular course.
Canadian Pre-University (Ontariao Grade 13)
A pass in 6 OACs (minimum of three at grade B, and three at grade C) is generally acceptable for admission to the first year of an undergraduate programme, although, some programmes may require higher grades.
South Australia Matriculation Programme (SAM)
For candidates offering the South Australian Matriculation qualification, a TER of between 90 to 98 is required.
Diploma and certificate
If you have completed a 2 year certificate or diploma at a local college, you may be considered for admission to undergraduate programmes in some subjects.
If you have obtained a 3 year diploma it is sometimes possible to gain 'advance standing' to the second year of some undergraduate programmes.
Direct entry to second year
Students from INTI College and Prime College may be considered for direct entry to the second year of our Engineering programmes.
Students from HELP Institute may be considered for direct entry to the second year of Computer Science programmes and those students completing the LSE Diploma may be admitted directly to the second year of Economics and Money, Banking and Finance programmes.
Direct entry from other colleges is unusual. If you are a student of any other college and you wish to be considered for second year entry, you must submit your full transcript and a copy of the syllabus you have followed so that we can assess your suitability.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Advanced Matriculation will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - AA (Advanced level) + AAA (Intermediate level to exclude Systems of Knowledge)
AAA - AA + AAB
AAB - AA + ABB
ABB - AB + BBB
BBB - BB + BBB
Subject specific requirements:
A* & A - A
B - B
NB no overall score given as of 2012
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Postgraduate applicants who have studied a degree at the University of Malta are exempt from taking an English proficiency test.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), the French Baccalaureate, or a suitable foundation programme, such as our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
English language at grade C or above in the Overseas High School Certificate is sufficient to meet the standard English language requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Holders of the Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO - University Preparatory Education) Diploma (Gymnasium A/B and Atheneum A/B) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 8.0
AAA - 7.7
AAB - 7.5
ABB - 7.2
BBB - 7.0
Subject specific requirements:
A* - 8.5
A - 8
B - 7.5
NB Grades 9-10 rarely awarded
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
The University has a number of agreements with foundation providers in Nigeria which allows students to be considered for admission to undergraduate programmes. Please contact us for more information.
Students who have completed the first year of a 4-year Bachelor degree from a recognised institution in Nigeria with excellent grades (2.1, 3.0/4.0, 3.5/5.0) will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes (first year entry).
English Language
English language at grade C or above (or in numerical terms, grade 6 or above) in the WAEC SSCE is sufficient to meet the standard English language requirements.
Holders of the "Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole" (before 1981 "Examen Artium") with a minimum overall score of 4/6 (meget tilfredsstillende/very good) will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.
Please refer to the information below as guidance for grade comparisons to A-level entry requirements:
A*AA = 5 overall in the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole
AAA = 4.5 overall in the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole
AAB = 4.5 overall in the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole
ABB = 4 overall in the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole
BBB = 4 overall in the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole
Specific subject requirements: A*= 6, A=5, B=4
For GCSE, from the lower school leaving certificate, the same equivalences would apply.
English proficiency: A=5, B=4, most courses will require a grade 4 in English in the Vitnemål however some might ask for a slightly higher English proficency of a 5.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
We will consider students who have taken A Level examinations and/or the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
We will also consider students who have successfully completed a Bachelors (Honours) degree of at least two years duration.
Degrees must be from a Higher Education Commission recognised institution in Pakistan.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Candidates from Paraguay generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) Título de Bachillerato Científico plus a recognised foundation programme
Candidates who have completed the Título Intermedio (2-3 years) can be considered for first and/or second year entry, depending on subject fit.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Candidates from Peru generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) a recognised foundation programme or c) successfully completed the first year of the Título de Licenciado with at least 13/20.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Holders of the Matura / Swiadectwo Dojrzalosci (Secondary School Certificate) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 90%, 85%, 85% (extended level subjects) plus 75% overall
AAA - 85%, 85%, 85% (extended level subjects) plus 75% overall
AAB - 85%, 85%, 80% (extended level subjects) plus 70% overall
ABB - 85%, 80%, 80% (extended level subjects) plus 70% overall
BBB - 80%, 80%, 80% (extended level subjects) plus 70% overall
Subject specific requirements at extended level:
A* - 90%
A - 85%
B - 80%
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma de Ensino Secundario (previously Certificado do 12 ano) will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 18/20 overall with 19, 18, 18 in 3 year 12 subjects
AAA - 18/20 with 18, 18, 18 in 3 year 12 subjects
AAB - 17/20 with 18, 18, 17 in 3 year 12 subjects
ABB - 17/20 with 18, 17, 17 in 3 year 12 subjects
BBB 17/20 with 17, 17, 17 in 3 year 12 subjects
Subject specific requirements:
A* - 19
A - 18
B - 17
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Holders of the Diploma de Bacalaureat with a minimum overall score of 8/10 will be considered for entry to the first year of our undergraduate degree programmes.
Please refer to the information below as guidance for grade comparisons to A-level entry requirements:
A*AA - 9
AAA – 8.5
AAB - 8.3
ABB - 8
BBB - 7.5
Specific subject requirements:
A*/A - 9
B - 8
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB) or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), West African Higher School Certificate (WAHSC), Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate COHSC), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Students with suitable grades at A level or International Baccalaureate (IB) may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree programme.
Students who have successfully completed a Polytechnic Diploma may be considered for entry to our undergraduate degree programmes. Students who achieve a B grade average or above with good scores in relevant subjects can be considered for direct entry to the second year. Students who achieve a C grade average should be considered for year one entry (a few exemptions apply for certain departments).
The University has established Advance Standing Agreements with 5 Polytechnics in Singapore (Singapore, Ngee Ann, Temasek, Nanyang, Republic) which provide guidelines for some of the Diplomas we will accept and scores required by certain departments (Business, Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science). Please contact your institution for further information. Departments that are not part of this list can still consider Diplomas for entry to undergraduate programmes. Diplomas that are not on the list will be considering on an individual basis and may require you to provide further details such as the curriculum and module transcripts to identify suitability.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the "Vysvedcenie o Maturitnej skúska/Maturita" will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA: 1/výborný in four subjects (if any other subjects have been taken they must be graded no lower than 2)
AAA: 1/výborný in three subjects, other subject(s) taken must be graded no lower than 2
AAB: 1/výborný in two subjects, other subjects taken must be graded no lower than 2
ABB: 1/výborný in one subject, other subjects taken must be graded no lower than 2
BBB: 2 in all subjects
Subject specific requirements:
A* & A - 1
B - 2
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the "Maturitetno Spricevalo"/"Matura"/Secondary School-Leaving Diploma/Technical Matura will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - Total score of 28/34
AAA - 27/34
AAB - 26/34
ABB - 24/34
BBB - 22/34
Required subjects need to have been at Higher Level:
A* - 8
A - 7
B - 6
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who hold the Senior Certificate with Matriculation endorsement (higher grade) will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Students with A levels, the International Baccalaureate, a 2 year Junior College Diploma, the NCUK International Foundation Year, a suitable foundation programme, or one or two years of university level study at a recognised institution in South Korea will be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree programme. Students need a sufficiently high score in their Diploma or University level study (3.0+/4.0 or 3.2+/4.5).
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Título de Bachiller / Selectividad will be considered with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA - 9.0
AAA - 8.5
AAB - 8.2
ABB - 8.0
BBB - 7.7
Required subjects must be studied in Year 2 of the Bachillerato and the subject grade equivalencies are:
A* - 10
A - 9
B -
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The Sri Lankan system is based on the English system.
We accept local or Cambridge A Level systems for entry. Please note however that grading systems for local A Levels are as follows:
- A = A grade
- B = B grade
- C = Credit
- S = Simple pass
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Holders of the Fullständigt Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskolan / Slutbetyg från Komvux / Avgangsbetyg (previously Studentexamen) with the following grade equivalencies:
A*AA: 10 subjects at A and the remainder at B.
AAA: 10 subjects at A and the remainder at B.
AAB: 9 subjects at A and the remainder at B.
ABB: Majority of subjects at A, remainder at B
BBB: Majority of subjects at B.
Subject specific requirements:
A*/A - A
B - B
In addition to the standard qualifications that we accept as proof of English language proficiency, students from Sweden who have obtained at least Väl godkänd (VG) in English within the Fullständigt Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskolan / Slutbetyg från Komvux / Avgangsbetyg are considered to have satisfied the University’s English language requirements for undergraduate entry.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider students who have taken A Level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students with 2 year Junior College Diplomas may be considered for entry to the first year of an undergraduate degree programme, where the college is recognised by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan and/or the BTCO and where the student achieves a sufficiently high score overall.
Students with 5 year Junior College Diplomas may be considered for entry to the first and/or second year of an undergraduate degree programme, where the college is recognised by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan and/or the BTCO and where the student achieves a sufficiently high score overall.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students who hold the East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE), Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE), Cambridge Higher School Certificate (COHSC) and National Form VI Examination will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider:
- GCE A Level we will usually consider students with 3 good subjects
- International Baccalaureate (IB) we will normally consider students with 32 points overall for entrance to most of our undergraduate programmes, certain courses will require specific grades and subjects at Higher Level
- High School Certificate (M6) and a recognised one year foundation qualification may be considered
- One or two years of university level study at a recognised university in Thailand, with a sufficiently high score overall in their university level study (3.0+/4.0),may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree programme
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken A level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students educated in the Philippine system require at least two years post-high school education at a recognised institution before entering a Bachelor's degree programme at Birmingham.
Many students who have studied in the Philippines have followed a 12 year education system. For admission onto an undergraduate degree programme, the University of Birmingham requires all applicants to have studied for 13 years, and therefore you may need to take a foundation year before commencing your undergraduate programme.
We will consider students for entry to the Birmingham Foundation Academy who have completed their first year at a recognised institution in the Philippines and obtained good grades in all subject areas.
For more information please visit the Birmingham Foundation Academy website
English Language
You may be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the
entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
The University will consider students who have taken the Lise Diplomasi and a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, or GCE A Level examinations, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to our undergraduate programmes.
Students who have taken the Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi from certain schools will be considered for entry to our undergraduate degree programmes. The scores required in grade 12 on the high school diploma vary according to the A level requirement for that programme:
Entry Requirements
| A Level grades | Lise Diplomasi |
|---|
| A*AA |
88/100 |
| AAA |
85/100 |
| AAB |
80/100 |
| ABB |
75/100 |
| BBB |
72/100 |
Alternatively students who have also taken SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) and AP (Advanced Placement) tests will be considered for admission to Bachelor degree programmes. For more details on SAT and AP requirements please refer to the USA country page.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham International Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
Pre-sessional programmes
The Birmingham International Academy (BIA) also offers pre-sessional English courses, which you can take to improve your spoken and written English in preparation for academic study. If you have a conditional offer you can attend one of these courses instead of retaking IELTS.
Our pre-sssional programmes
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE), Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate, East African Advanced Certificate of Education or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Students should normally satisfy both of the following:
- Either a total of 3 distinct subject tests from APs and/or SAT subject tests, or one year at a Community College or USA University.
- SAT-R or ACT
As an alternative to the above, we can accept an Associate’s Degree.
Please check the individual course pages for our typical A-level offer and see below for the corresponding scores we would require from the above qualifications:
- A*AA = APs: 555; SAT Subject tests: 720, 700, 700; Community College or USA University GPA: 3.3; SAT-R: 1380; ACT composite: 29; Associate’s Degree GPA: 3.3
- AAA = APs: 555; SAT Subject tests: 700, 700, 700; Community College or USA University GPA: 3.2; SAT-R: 1350; ACT composite: 28; Associate’s Degree GPA: 3.2
- AAB = APs: 554; SAT Subject tests: 700, 700, 650; Community College or USA University GPA: 3.1; SAT-R: 1350; ACT composite: 28; Associate’s Degree GPA: 3.1
- ABB = APs: 544; SAT Subject tests: 700, 650, 650; Community College or USA University GPA: 3.0; SAT-R: 1320; ACT composite: 27; Associate’s Degree GPA: 3.0
Where a certain A-level subject is required, students must present with that AP or SAT subject test, or have studied that subject at Community College, at a USA University or during their Associate’s degree. For subjects requiring Maths A-level we accept AP Calculus BC to fulfil the maths requirement (but not AP Calculus AB).
One of the AP/SAT subject scores can be replaced by a full year Honours level course or a full year college level course at B+ or better (ABB and AAB) or at A- or better (AAA and A*AA). We cannot accept these courses if the subject is a required A-level subject.
Medicine and Surgery: Combined SAT1 score of 1380. Three AP subjects at grade 5, including Biology and Chemistry (n.b. we cannot accept SAT Subject Tests for this programme)
ACT
We are registered with ACT, therefore if you wish to provide your qualifications to us you can find our details on their website.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider students who have taken A level examinations and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Holders of the Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat o srednem obrazovanii) at grade 11 and a suitable foundation programme (or 2 years study at a recognised higher education institution) will be considered for entry to our Bachelor degree programmes.
For more information on our foundation programme, please visit the Foundation Pathwayswebsite.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Candidates from Venezuela generally require a) A levels or IB Diploma or b) a recognised foundation programme or c) successfully completed the first year of the Licenciatura/Título with 70% or equivalent overall.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as the Birmingham Foundation Academy, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
We will consider:
- GCE A Level in three acceptable subjects, certain courses will require specific grades and subjects
- International Baccalaureate (IB) with 32 points overall for entrance to most of our undergraduate programmes, certain courses will require specific grades and subjects at Higher Level
- Students who have completed the first year of a University programme in Vietnam will be considered for direct entry of the undergraduate programme at the University of Birmingham.
English Language
You will need to demonstrate a certain level of English in order to meet the demands of your programme. If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide evidence of an English Language qualification such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or alternative qualifications. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
The University will consider students who have taken GCE A Level examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB), or a suitable foundation programme, such as one of our Foundation Pathways, for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
Students holding the Cambridge Higher School Certificate (HSC) or ZIMSEC A Levels will be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.
English Language
You will be required to provide evidence of your English ability. Please view the entry requirements for specific programme requirements.
If you do not have the required level of English or would like to improve your English before the start of the academic year, you can take one of our pre-sessional English language courses.