A level
Typical offer
A*AA
A*AA in three A levels including one of the following combinations:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
Which subjects you have studied at A level will determine which subjects you can choose during your degree. If you study Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics you will be able to choose any of the valid combinations. Our online selection tool provides more information on how your subjects affect your options.
If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
These requirements were updated in May 2019 after our 2020 print prospectus had been produced.
A Level
Alternative offer
AAA
Most of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in mathematics) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
If you study a suitable project qualification you will be eligible for an alternative offer:
AAA in three A levels including one of the following combinations:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
plus one of the following project qualifications:
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Additionally, if you are studying Biology and Chemistry A level but do not study Mathematics A level you will be eligible for an alternative offer based on additional study in mathematics:
AAA in three A levels including Biology and Chemistry plus one of:
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
- grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics
If you receive an offer for this course and are eligible for either alternative offer you will be given both the typical and each alternative offer separately. For all our offers, if you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page. We do not make alternative offers based on Further Mathematics for this course.
These requirements were updated in May 2019 after our 2020 print prospectus had been produced.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Typical offer
36 points
36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects including one of the following combinations:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
We have a strong preference for applicants who study the required subjects at Higher Level. We may be able to consider you if you are studying one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics at Standard level (usually at grade 7) alongside your other required subject(s) at Higher Level.
We cannot accept Sports, Exercise and Health Science in place of Biology for this course.
If you have questions about your subjects please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk before applying to discuss whether your subject combination is suitable.
These requirements were updated in May 2019 after our 2020 print prospectus had been produced.
BTEC RQF
Typical offer
D*DD plus A at A level
D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics.
We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science alongside an A level in Mathematics. Your BTEC qualification must have an appropriate combination of Chemistry, Biology and Physics content to prepare you for the course. Please contact us to discuss your units before making an application.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
BTEC QCF
Typical offer
D*D*D* plus A at A level
D*D*D* in a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) plus grade A in A level Mathematics.
We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science alongside an A level in Mathematics. Your BTEC qualification must have an appropriate combination of Chemistry, Biology and Physics content to prepare you for the course. Please contact us to discuss your units before making an application.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
Cambridge Pre-U
Typical offer
D2, D3, D3
D2, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including one of the following combinations:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
Which subjects you have studied will determine which subjects you can choose during your degree. If you study Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics you will be able to choose any of the valid combinations. Our online selection tool provides more information on how your subjects affect your options.
These requirements were updated in May 2019.
Cambridge Pre-U
Alternative offer
D3, D3, D3
Most of our students will join us with three principle subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in mathematics) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
If you study a suitable project qualification you will be eligible for an alternative offer:
D3, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including one of the following combinations:
- Biology and Chemistry
- Chemistry and Mathematics
- Biology, Mathematics and Physics
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
plus one of the following project qualifications:
- grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
Additionally, if you are studying Biology and Chemistry but do not study Mathematics you will be eligible for an alternative offer based on additional study in mathematics:
D3, D3, D3 in three principal subjects including Biology and Chemistry plus grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification.
If you receive an offer for this course and are eligible for either alternative offer you will be given both the typical and each alternative offer separately.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page. We do not make alternative offers based on Further Mathematics for this course.
These requirements were updated in May 2019.
Scottish Highers
Typical offer
AA or AAA in Advanced Highers
Our typical offer depends on the subjects you are studying in your Advanced Highers.
If you are not studying an Advanced Higher in Physics:
AA in two Advanced Highers including Chemistry and either Biology or Mathematics.
If you are studying an Advanced Higher in Physics:
AAA in three Advanced Highers including Mathematics, Physics and either Biology or Chemistry.
We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAAAB in their Highers.
These requirements were updated in May 2019.
Access to HE Diploma
Typical offer
36 credits at Distinction
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma (in Science or Science and Engineering) with at least 36 credits achieved at Distinction and 3 credits achieved at Merit or Distinction.
We are able to consider the Access to HE Diploma for entry. You will typically need to have studied units worth 12 credits at Distinction each in two core sciences (Biology, Chemistry or Physics). If you study Physics as a core science you will also need a further 12 credits at Distinction in Mathematics units. You can be considered with just Chemistry and Mathematics, providing you have 12 credits at distinction each.
If you wish to take Chemistry options on our course you must be studying both Organic and Inorganic Chemistry units.
These requirements were updated in May 2019.
Open University credits
Typical offer
Pass units worth 120 credits including a minimum of Pass Grade 2 with 80% in both S112 Science: concepts and practice and a Level 2 Mathematics unit worth 30 credits.
Typically, we would be looking for you to have studied units worth at least 120 credits, including at least 30 credits at Level 2. We would ideally be looking for you to be taking units including: S112 Science: concepts and practice, MST124: Essential Mathematics 1 and MST224: Mathematical Methods.
This information is a guide and all students applying with Open University Credits will be considered on a case-by-case basis. We will consider your application carefully and take note of any previous qualifications or relevant work experience. We may be able to consider alternative units to those listed. Please contact us to discuss your profile.
Taking OU credits may be counted as degree-level study by the Student Loans Company and therefore may be counted as previous study and have an impact on your ability to access student loans/grants for the entirety of your chosen degree. We recommend that you discuss this in detail with the SLC before following this progression route to the University of Bath.
Combinations of qualifications
Typical offer
Your application will be considered individually based on the particular combination of qualifications and subjects that you are taking. We can consider mixed combinations of accepted qualifications (such as A levels, Cambridge Pre-Us, College Board APs or IB Higher Level Certificates) providing you are studying a suitable combination of mathematics and core sciences.
If you are studying a combination of different qualifications please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk before you apply to discuss your options with us.