A level
Typical offer
A*AA
A*AA in three A level subjects.
We have a strong preference for A level Mathematics or Physics, and we have generally not been able to make offers to applicants unless they have studied Maths or Physics.
We also prefer an Art or Design A level – if you do not study one of these subjects your application will need to show evidence of substantial exposure to art and design.
Read more about our approach to A levels and AS levels.
A level
Contextual offer
AAA or A*AB
AAA or A*AB in three A levels.
We have a strong preference for A level Mathematics or Physics, and we have generally not been able to make offers to applicants unless they have studied Maths or Physics.
We also prefer an Art or Design A level – if you do not study one of these subjects your application will need to show evidence of substantial exposure to art and design.
We seek to foster an outstanding and inclusive community at Bath. As part of that, we make reduced contextual offers to applicants from backgrounds who have historically been less likely to join us.
Find out if you may be eligible for a contextual offer.
Contextual offers are automatic - if you receive an offer and meet our eligibility criteria, you will receive the contextual offer instead of our typical or alternative offers.
A level
Alternative offer
AAA or A*AB
We know that you may have study beyond three A levels that will help prepare you for your degree. If you are not eligible for a contextual offer, we recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
AAA or A*AB in three A levels plus one of the following:
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
- grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics (except if you are studying an A level in that subject)
- grade B in a fourth A level, where your four A levels include A level Mathematics or Statistics
- an appropriate grade in any other project qualification we recognise
If you receive an offer, you will receive each alternative offer you qualify for alongside the typical offer. If Bath is your firm choice, you only need to meet one of these offers to guarantee your place.
Read more about how our alternative offers work.
International Baccalaureate
Typical offer
7, 6, 6 at HL
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects.
Read more about how we consider the IB Diploma.
Standard Level in essential subjects
We prefer applicants who study Visual Arts or Design Technology and one of Physics or either Mathematics course at Higher Level. If you are taking any of these subjects at Standard Level your offer may instead include 7 in that subject. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects and 7 in the Standard Level subject(s).
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme
We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual IB certificates and vocational qualifications you study within the programme. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider IB Certificates and common vocational qualifications.
For this course you will typically need to study IB courses in Visual Art and either Mathematics or Physics, with at least one at Higher Level, alongside appropriate vocational study.
International Baccalaureate Certificates
If you are studying IB subjects as part of the IB Diploma, you will usually need to complete the full diploma programme to be considered.
If you do not follow the IB Diploma programme, we can consider stand-alone IB Higher Level Certificates either on their own or combined with other qualifications. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider IB Certificates.
For this course you will typically need to study IB courses in Visual Art and either Mathematics or Physics at Higher Level.
International Baccalaureate
Contextual offer
6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 at HL
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects.
Read more about how we consider the IB Diploma.
Standard Level in essential subjects
We prefer applicants who study Visual Arts or Design Technology and one of Physics or either Mathematics course at Higher Level. If you are taking any of these subjects at Standard Level your offer may instead include 7 in that subject. In this case the contextual offer is 36 points with 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects and 7 in the Standard Level subject(s).
Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF
Typical offer
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF)
We are unable to consider the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) for entry to our Architecture course.
Unfortunately, the qualification does not offer the breadth and depth of study that is required to be suitably prepared for our course.
BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates
We accept Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates alongside A levels or in combination with each other. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
Your qualifications will need to include a breadth of study across Mathematics or Physics plus Art or Design.
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.
Scottish Highers
Typical offer
AA in Advanced Highers
AA in two Advanced Highers.
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 AAAAA in their Highers.
Read more about how we consider Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Typical offer
39 credits at Distinction
We welcome applications from mature students who have significant work experience in a relevant field and who can demonstrate evidence of recent study in a relevant subject area. Your work experience and recent study will need to demonstrate both numerical and art and design skills.
Applicants offering an Access to HE Diploma (generally in science or engineering, with significant work experience in an art/design field or an additional art/design qualification) would typically be expected to pass the Access to HE Diploma with at least 39 credits achieved at Distinction. We may specify particular units in which Distinctions must be achieved.
Your application would need to include evidence of strong mathematical ability at Level 3: this may be achieved through achieving grade A in Maths or Physics A level or by achieving credits at Distinction in mathematical units of an Access to HE Diploma course.
Suitable applicants progressing via this route will be invited to interview as part the admissions process.
Art Foundation
Typical offer
We cannot consider an art foundation course on its own - you will also need appropriate academic study (such as A levels) in other areas, ideally including Mathematics and/or Physics. However, an art foundation course may be an option if you have already achieved level 3 qualifications (such as A levels) that meet or come close to meeting our typical offer but if you weren’t able to take art or design previously.
Alongside your existing qualifications, we may be able to consider a Distinction in an art foundation course, such as:
- UAL Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
- BTEC Level 3/4 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design
Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk with the details of your circumstances and qualifications for further information on whether you can be considered and what any typical offer is likely to be.
Combinations of qualifications
Typical offer
Combinations of qualifications
We accept a range of other qualifications offered in UK, as well as combinations of typically studied qualifications (such as A levels and BTECs). You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
Read more about how we consider UK qualifications.
To be considered for this course, your combination of qualifications must normally include A level Mathematics or Physics plus A level Art or Design (or equivalent).
You can contact us at admissions@bath.ac.uk for more advice.