A level
Typical offer
AAA or A*AB
AAA or A*AB in three A levels including A in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
We will not require a pass in any separate science practical endorsement for a science A level if you apply for entry in 2022 (or deferred entry in 2023).
A level
Alternative offer
AAB
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 maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
AAB in three A levels including A in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics plus one of:
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
For any of these offers, we will not require a pass in any separate science practical endorsement for a science A level if you apply for entry in 2022 (or deferred entry in 2023).
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
International Baccalaureate
Typical offer
36 points
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in one science or mathematics subject.
We accept the following Higher Level science or mathematics subjects for this course:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretations
- Physics
- Psychology
- Sports, Exercise and Health Science
If you are not studying one of these subjects at Higher Level we may be able to consider a Standard Level subject in its place. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects plus 7 in one Standard Level science or mathematics subject. We cannot consider Standard Level Mathematics: Applications & Interpretations in place of a Higher Level science subject.
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme
We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual components studied. For this course you will typically need to study a science or mathematics course from our accepted list (see IB Diploma requirements) at Higher or Standard Level alongside Higher Level subjects and appropriate vocational study equivalent to two A levels (if your science is taken at HL) or three A levels (if your science is taken at SL). This vocational study can be any qualification we accept, such as a BTEC National Diploma (RQF) or two BTEC National Extended Certificates (RQF).
If you are studying a BTEC National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Sport & Exercise Science, Applied Science or Health and Social Care (Health Studies) we may be able to consider you on the basis of that alone - please see our Pearson Edexcel BTEC requirements below.
Our typical offer will including individual grades in the relevant components - please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice before you apply.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF
Typical offer
DDD
We are able to consider the following BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas (RQF):
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Sport and Exercise Science. You must be studying at least two of the following units: 1, 2, 3, 5 or 7.
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Applied Science.
DDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Health and Social Care (Health Studies). You must be studying at least two of the following units: 3, 11, 13 or 24.
If you are studying towards a BTEC qualification in Sport or another subject-area, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. You may also wish to consider our Sport Management and Coaching or Health and Exercise Science courses.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and science qualifications.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC QCF
Typical offer
D*D*D
We are able to consider the following BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas (QCF):
D*D*D in a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Science and Health and Social Care (Health Sciences). You must be studying at least 7 science-related units.
If you are studying towards a BTEC qualification in Sport or another subject-area, we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. You may also wish to consider our Sport Management and Coaching or Health and Exercise Science courses.
We prefer you to have achieved grade 6 or B in GCSE English, Maths and science qualifications.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
T levels are not considered suitable preparation for this degree programme and are therefore not accepted for entry. If you require advice on how you may academically prepare to study this degree or present with a mix of qualifications, you should contact our Admissions Progression Team at admissions-progression@bath.ac.uk.
Cambridge Pre-U
Typical offer
D3, D3, D3 or D2, D3, M1
D3, D3, D3 or D2, D3, M1 in three principal subjects including D3 in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics.
Cambridge Pre-U
Alternative offer
D3, D3, M1
Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
D3, D3, M1 in three principal subjects including D3 in one of: Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics, plus one of:
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
Scottish Highers
Typical offer
AA in Advanced Highers
AA in two Advanced Highers including one science or mathematics subject.
Psychology is accepted as a science subject for this course.
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.
Access to HE Diploma
Typical offer
36 credits at Distinction
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 36 credits achieved at Distinction and 3 credits achieved at Merit or above. This must include at least 12 credits achieved at Distinction in a science subject.
We are able to consider the Access to HE Diploma for entry. You should be studying at least 12 credits (preferably more) in at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology or Statistics).
Open University credits
Typical offer
Pass units worth 120 credits including a minimum of a Pass 2 with 75% in a relevant Level 2 science unit.
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 and a 30 credit Level 2 unit in a science subject. This information is a guide and we consider students applying with Open University Credits 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 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 you are taking.
We can consider combinations of accepted qualifications, of which some common examples are:
- AA at A level plus D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate (RQF) or D* in the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate (RQF).
One of your A levels would need to be in a science or mathematics subject (see A levels section).
- A at A level plus DD in the BTEC National Diploma (RQF).
We are able to consider you if you are studying a BTEC Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Science or Health and Social Care (Health Sciences) alongside one A level subject.
If you are studying a BTEC Diploma in Sport or another subject, you would need an A level in a science or mathematics subject alongside (see A levels section).
- AA at A level plus D3 in a Pre-U principal subject including at least one science or mathematics subject (see A levels section).
- AA at A level, including at least one science or mathematics subject (excluding Accounting), plus A in the LIBF Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS)
We can also consider combinations that are not listed and that do not include A levels. You should read the information about essential and preferred subjects and subject combinations. We cannot consider different qualifications in the same subject area.