A level
Typical offer
A*AA
A*AA in three A levels including Mathematics.
Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level (unless studied alongside A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone).
A level
Contextual offer
AAB
AAB in three A levels including A in Mathematics.
We seek to foster an outstanding and inclusive community 性视界. 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.
Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level (unless studied alongside A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics alone).
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 including A in Mathematics plus one of:
- grade A in an EPQ or IEPQ
- grade A in AS level Further Mathematics (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 Further Mathematics
- an appropriate grade in any other project qualification we recognise
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales is not accepted in place of an A level for these offers. If you are studying three A levels and this qualification you are eligible for an alternative offer:
AAAB or A*ABB in three A levels including A in Mathematics and B in the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
If you receive an offer, you will receive each alternative offer you qualify for alongside the typical offer. You only need to meet one of these sets of conditions to meet your offer overall.
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 including either HL Mathematics.
Standard Level in Mathematics
If you are studying Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches we may be able to consider you. In this case the typical offer is 36 points overall and 6, 6, 6 or 7, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects plus 6 in the Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.
We do not accept Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations for this course.
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.
To be considered for this course you will usually need to study either Mathematics course at Higher Level.
We prefer vocational study in Business.
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.
To be considered for this course you will usually need to study either Mathematics course at Higher Level.
International Baccalaureate
Contextual offer
6, 6, 5
International Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in either HL Mathematics.
We seek to foster an outstanding and inclusive community 性视界. 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.
Standard Level in Mathematics
If you are studying Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches we may be able to consider you. In this case the contextual offer is 36 points overall and 6, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects plus 6 in the Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches.
We do not accept Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations for this course.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF
Typical offer
D*DD plus A at A level
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (RQF)
D*DD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) plus A in A level Mathematics.
You must be studying A level Mathematics alongside your BTEC qualification.
We prefer the above qualifications in Business. We can also consider BTEC qualifications in Engineering or Science, but we would expect you to demonstrate evidence of strong essay-based skills, such as strong GCSE performance in English and humanities subjects.
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 including Mathematics.
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.
Access to HE Diploma
Typical offer
39 credits at Distinction
A pass in the Access to HE Diploma with at least 39 credits achieved at Distinction including 12 credits from Mathematics units at Distinction.
We are looking for you to be studying a suitable level of Mathematics as part of your Access course (at least 12 graded credits of Level 3 Mathematics) to be able to succeed on our course.
Suitable applicants progressing via this route will be invited to interview as part of the admissions process.
Combination of qualifications
Typical offer
We accept a range of other qualifications offered in the UK, as well as combinations of qualifications. You will need qualifications equal to at least three A levels to be considered.
You must study A level Mathematics (or equivalent).
AAQ Extended Certificates
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (AAQ) qualifications and Cambridge OCR Level 3 Advanced National Extended Certificate (AAQ) qualifications can be considered alongside A levels.
Read more about how we consider AAQ Extended Certificates.
BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates
Pearson BTEC Level 3 QCF/RQF Diplomas and Extended Certificates/Subsidiary Diplomas can be considered alongside A levels.
Read more about how we consider BTEC Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
Cambridge Technical Diplomas and Extended Certificates
Cambridge Technical Level 3 Diplomas and Extended Certificates can be considered alongside A levels.
Read more about how we consider Cambridge Technical Diplomas and Extended Certificates.
You can contact us at admissions@bath.ac.uk for more advice.