Study with the IB
IB requirements at the University of Reading
By Michael Thompson - Head of Teaching Excellence; 15 years as an IB Coordinator
Data checked 6 October 2026
30-34
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Published IB offers by course
As published for the 2027 entry cycle. Offers vary by course and year - always confirm on the course page.
Most common offer: 30 points (122 courses)
| Course | IB offer | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Law (MLaw) (four-year integrated Masters) | 34 points | - |
| Economics5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points | 5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations |
| War, Peace and International Relations with Placement Year | 30 points | - |
| Mathematics with Computer Science with Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points | including Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. |
| Biomedical Engineering with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Maths or Physics at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Maths or Physics and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points | 32 points including 5 in Maths or Physics at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Maths or Physics and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. |
| Mathematicsincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points | including Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry with a Year in Industry/ResearchChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points | Chemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. |
| Biomedical Science32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points | 32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. |
| Psychology and Philosophy | 32 points | - |
| International Business and Management with a Modern Language with Study Year Abroad | 32 points | - |
| Architectural Engineeringincluding Mathematics at grade 5 at Higher Level | 30 points | including Mathematics at grade 5 at Higher Level |
| History and International RelationsIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points | Including higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. |
| Primary Education with EnglishGrade 5 in Higher Level English or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: History, Sociology, Philosophy and Drama. | 30 points | Grade 5 in Higher Level English or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: History, Sociology, Philosophy and Drama. |
Worth knowing
- Published IB offers for the 2026 entry cycle span 24 to 34 points depending on the course (291 courses list an IB offer).
All 290 courses with an IB offer
Every course this university published an IB offer for in the 2026 entry cycle. Search to narrow, and confirm current offers on the course page.
| Course | IB offer |
|---|---|
| Accounting and Finance5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Accounting and Finance (with Placement Experience)5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Accounting and Finance with Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Accounting and Management | 32 points |
| Accounting and Management with Foundation | 24 points |
| Accounting and Management With Placement Experience | 32 points |
| Accounting and Management with Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Acting & Performance | 32 points |
| Agricultural Business Management | 30 points |
| Agricultural Business Management with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Agricultural Business Management with International Foundation Year (September entry) | 24 points |
| Agricultural Business Management with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Agricultureincluding 1 science subject at Higher Level. Acceptable Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology. | 30 points |
| Agriculture with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Agriculture with Placement Yearincluding 1 science subject at Higher Level. Acceptable Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology. | 30 points |
| Ancient History | 30 points |
| Ancient History and Archaeology | 30 points |
| Ancient History and Archaeology with Professional Placement | 30 points |
| Ancient History and Archaeology with Study Year Abroad | 30 points |
| Ancient History and HistoryIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| Archaeology | 30 points |
| Archaeology and Anthropology | 30 points |
| Archaeology and Anthropology with Professional Placement | 30 points |
| Archaeology and Anthropology with Study Year Abroad | 30 points |
| Archaeology and HistoryIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| Archaeology and History with Professional PlacementIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| Archaeology and History with Study Year AbroadIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| Archaeology with Professional Placement | 30 points |
| Archaeology with Study Year Abroad | 30 points |
| Architectural Engineeringincluding Mathematics at grade 5 at Higher Level | 30 points |
| Architectural Engineering with International Foundation Year (September entry) | 24 points |
| Architecture | 32 points |
| Art | 24 points |
| Art and Creative WritingHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Art and English LiteratureHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Art and Film | 30 points |
| Art and History of Art | 30 points |
| Art and Philosophy | 30 points |
| Art and Psychology | 32 points |
| Biochemistry32 points including 5 in Chemistry at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Chemistry and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biochemistry (MSci)32 points including 5 in Chemistry at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Chemistry and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biochemistry with Foundation30 points without higher level Chemistry and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Chemistry and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Biochemistry with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Chemistry at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Chemistry and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biochemistry with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Chemistry at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Chemistry and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biological Sciences32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biological Sciences (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biological Sciences with Foundation30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Biological Sciences with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biological Sciences with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Engineering32 points including 5 in Maths or Physics at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Maths or Physics and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Engineering with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Maths or Physics at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Maths or Physics and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Science32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Science (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Science with Foundation30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Biomedical Science with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Biomedical Science with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Bioveterinary Sciencesincluding Biology and 1 other science (Chemistry preferred) at Higher Level. Acceptable Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology. | 30 points |
| Bioveterinary Sciences with Placement Yearincluding Biology and 1 other science (Chemistry preferred) at Higher Level. Acceptable Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology. | 30 points |
| Building Surveying | 30 points |
| Building Surveying with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Building Surveying with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Business and Management | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Data Analytics & Digital Business) | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Data Analytics & Digital Business) with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Data Analytics & Digital Business) with Study Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) with Study Abroad | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour) | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour) with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour) with Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Marketing) | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Marketing) with placement year | 32 points |
| Business and Management (Marketing) with Study Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Business and Management with Foundation | 24 points |
| Business and Management with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Business and Management with Study Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Business Economics5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Business Economics with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| ChemistryChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Chemistry with a Year in Industry or ResearchChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Chemistry with Cosmetic ScienceChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Chemistry with Cosmetic Science with a Year in IndustryChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Classical Studies | 30 points |
| Classical Studies and English LiteratureHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Classics | 30 points |
| Computer ScienceNo specific subjects required at A level or equivalent. | 32 points |
| Computer Science with Industrial YearNo specific subjects required at A level or equivalent. | 32 points |
| Construction Management | 30 points |
| Construction Management and Surveying | 30 points |
| Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Construction Management with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Construction Management with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Consumer Behaviour and Marketing | 30 points |
| Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with International Foundation Year - September Entry | 24 points |
| Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Consumer Behaviour and Marketing with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Creative Writing and FilmHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Creative Writing and Film and TheatreHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Criminology | 32 points |
| Criminology with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Criminology with Year Abroad | 32 points |
| Digital Media and Communication | 30 points |
| Ecology and Wildlife ConservationA science subject at grade 5 at Higher Level. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 32 points |
| Ecology and Wildlife Conservation (MSci)A science subject at grade 5 at Higher Level. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 32 points |
| Ecology and Wildlife Conservation with Foundation30 points without an accepted higher level science. Or 24 points with an accepted higher level science. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Ecology and Wildlife Conservation with Professional ExperienceA science subject at grade 5 at Higher Level. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 32 points |
| Ecology and Wildlife Conservation with Professional Experience (MSci)A science subject at grade 5 at Higher Level. Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 32 points |
| Economics5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Economics and Finance5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Economics and Finance with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Economics and Finance with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Economics with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Economics with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Economics with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Education and Psychology | 32 points |
| Education Studies | 30 points |
| English Language and Linguistics | 30 points |
| English Language and Linguistics with Foundation | 24 points |
| English Language and Linguistics with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| English Language and LiteratureHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English LiteratureHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English Literature and FilmHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English Literature and Film & TheatreHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English Literature and PoliticsHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English Literature with Creative WritingHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| English Literature with Foundation | 24 points |
| Environmental Management and SustainabilityAn Accepted Subject taken to Higher Level at grade 5. Accepted Subjects: Biology, Business, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Law, Maths, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology. | 30 points |
| Environmental Management and Sustainability with Placement YearAn Accepted Subject taken to Higher Level at grade 5. Accepted Subjects: Biology, Business, Chemistry, Economics, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Law, Maths, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology. | 30 points |
| Environmental ScienceMaths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at grade 5 at Higher Level | 30 points |
| Environmental Science with International Foundation Year (September Entry) | 24 points |
| Environmental Science with Professional ExperienceMaths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at grade 5 at Higher Level | 30 points |
| Environmental Science with Study Year AbroadMaths/Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Geography/Environmental Studies/Geology required at grade 5 at Higher Level | 30 points |
| Ethics, Value and Philosophy | 30 points |
| Ethics, Value and Philosophy with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| Film & Television | 32 points |
| Film and Theatre | 32 points |
| Finance5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (FinTech)5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (FinTech) with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (FinTech) with Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (International Business)5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (International Business) with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (International Business) with Study Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Investments)5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Investments) with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Investments) with Study Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Sustainable Finance)5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Sustainable Finance) with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance (Sustainable Finance) with Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance with Foundation | 24 points |
| Finance with Placement Year5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Finance with Study Year Abroad5 in one of the following subjects: Standard level Mathematics Standard level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Standard level Mathematics: applications and interpretations Higher level Mathematics Higher level Mathematics: analysis and approaches Higher level Mathematics: applications and interpretations | 32 points |
| Fine Art | 30 points |
| Food Business and Marketing | 30 points |
| Food Business and Marketing with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Food Business and Marketing with International Foundation Year (September Entry) | 24 points |
| Food Business and Marketing with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Food Science2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Food Science with Industrial Training2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Food Science with International Foundation Year (September Entry) | 24 points |
| Food Technology with Bio Processing2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. | 32 points |
| Food Technology with Bio-Processing with Industrial Training2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Food Technology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT. | 32 points |
| Geography (Human and Physical) | 30 points |
| Geography (Human and Physical) with Professional Experience | 30 points |
| Geography (Human) | 30 points |
| Geography (Human) with Professional Experience | 30 points |
| Geography (Physical) | 30 points |
| Geography (Physical) with Professional Experience | 30 points |
| Geography and Economics (Regional Science) | 30 points |
| Geography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional Experience | 30 points |
| Global Sustainable Development | 32 points |
| Global Sustainable Development with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Graphic Communication | 30 points |
| HistoryIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| History and EconomicsIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| History and English LiteratureIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| History and International RelationsIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| History and PhilosophyIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| History and PoliticsIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| International Business and Management | 32 points |
| International Business and Management with a Modern Language | 32 points |
| International Business and Management with a Modern Language with Placement Year | 32 points |
| International Business and Management with a Modern Language with Study Year Abroad | 32 points |
| International Business and Management with Placement Year | 32 points |
| International Business and Management with Study Year Abroad | 32 points |
| International Foundation Programme (January entry) | 24 points |
| International Foundation Programme (September Entry) | 24 points |
| International Relations and Economics | 30 points |
| International Relations and Economics with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Law | 34 points |
| Law (MLaw) (four-year integrated Masters) | 34 points |
| Law with Criminology | 34 points |
| Law with International Business | 34 points |
| Law with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Mathematicsincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics (MMath)including Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics (MMath) with a Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics and Statistics with Data Scienceincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics and Statistics with Data Science with a Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics with a Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics with Computer Scienceincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics with Computer Science with Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 28 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Mathematics with Finance and Investment Bankingincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 30 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking with a Placement Yearincluding Mathematics at grade 6 at Higher Level. If you place us as your Firm choice we will accept you with 30 points overall, including accepting Maths at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 32 points |
| Mathematics with Finance and Investment Banking with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Mathematics with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Medical Science32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Medical Science (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Medical Science with Foundation30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Medical Science with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Medical Science with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Meteorology and ClimateHigher Level Mathematics at grade 5 | 32 points |
| Meteorology and Climate with a year in OklahomaHigher level Mathematics at grade 5 and Higher level Physics at grade 5 | 34 points |
| Meteorology and Climate with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Microbiology32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Microbiology (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Microbiology with Foundation30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Microbiology with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Microbiology with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and Business | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and Economics | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and English Language | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and English LiteratureHigher Level English Literature or a related subject at 5. Related subjects: English Language & Literature, English Language, Drama & Theatre Studies, Creative Writing. | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and HistoryIncluding higher level History or a humanities-based essay subject at grade 5. Humanities-based essay subjects include: Classical Civilisation, English Language, English Literature, Geography, Philosophy, Politics, Religious Studies. | 30 points |
| Modern Languages (French/German/Italian/Spanish) and International Relations | 30 points |
| Museum and Classical Studies | 30 points |
| Museum Studies and Archaeology | 30 points |
| Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Museum Studies and Archaeology with International Foundation Year (September entry) | 24 points |
| Museum Studies and Archaeology with Professional Placement | 30 points |
| Museum Studies and Archaeology with Study Year Abroad | 30 points |
| Nutrition2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Nutrition and Food Science2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Nutrition and Food Science with Professional Training2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Nutrition with Professional Training2 science subjects at Higher Level grade 5 (including at least 1 core science). Core science subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, Food Technology, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Home Economics, Computer Science, IT, PE, Sport, Marine Science, Sports Science/Studies, Sociology, Design and Technology: Product Design | 32 points |
| Pharmaceutical ChemistryChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry with a Year in Industry/ResearchChemistry at grade 5 at Higher Level. | 30 points |
| PharmacologyHigher Level Biology and Chemistry at grade 5. | 30 points |
| Pharmacology with a Year in IndustryHigher Level Biology and Chemistry at grade 5. | 30 points |
| Philosophy | 30 points |
| Philosophy and International Relations | 30 points |
| Philosophy and International Relations with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| Philosophy and Politics | 30 points |
| Philosophy and Politics with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| Philosophy with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| Philosophy, Business and Ethics | 30 points |
| Philosophy, Business and Ethics with Placement Experience | 30 points |
| Philosophy, Politics and Economics | 32 points |
| Philosophy, Politics and Economics with Placement Experience | 32 points |
| Planning and Geography | 34 points |
| Politics and Economics | 30 points |
| Politics and Economics with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Politics and International Relations | 30 points |
| Politics and International Relations with International Foundation Year - September entry | 24 points |
| Politics and International Relations with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Primary Education | 30 points |
| Primary Education with ArtGrade 5 in Higher Level Art or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: Art, Craft and Design, Fine Art, Graphic Communication, Textile Design, Three-dimensional Design, Photography. | 30 points |
| Primary Education with EnglishGrade 5 in Higher Level English or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: History, Sociology, Philosophy and Drama. | 30 points |
| Primary Education with MathematicsGrade 5 in Higher Level Mathematics or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: Statistics, Use of Maths, Further Mathematics and Economics. | 30 points |
| Primary Education with MusicGrade 5 in Higher Level Music or a related subject. Acceptable subjects: Music Technology or Performing Arts with a music focus. Practical Music at Grade 8 or equivalent may be considered as part of the application. | 30 points |
| Psychology | 34 points |
| Psychology and Language Sciences | 32 points |
| Psychology and Philosophy | 32 points |
| Psychology with Criminology | 32 points |
| Psychology with Criminology with Professional Placement | 32 points |
| Psychology with Foundation | 24 points |
| Psychology with International Foundation Year | 24 points |
| Psychology with Neuroscience | 34 points |
| Psychology with Professional Placement | 34 points |
| Quantity Surveying | 30 points |
| Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year (January entry) | 24 points |
| Quantity Surveying with International Foundation Year (September Entry) | 24 points |
| Real Estate | 34 points |
| Real Estate Development and Planning | 34 points |
| Real Estate Finance | 34 points |
| Real Estate with Foundation | 24 points |
| Sociology | 30 points |
| Sociology and Criminology | 32 points |
| Sociology and Criminology with Placement Year | 32 points |
| Sociology with Placement Year | 30 points |
| War, Peace and International Relations | 30 points |
| War, Peace and International Relations with Placement Year | 30 points |
| Zoology32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Zoology (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Zoology with Foundation30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option. | 24 - 30 points |
| Zoology with Professional Experience32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
| Zoology with Professional Experience (MSci)32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. | 30 - 32 points |
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