Our undergraduate courses have specific entry requirements. Here you can find a breakdown of the particulars, as well as access to useful documents that give you further information should you require it.
Applicants under 18 years of age
If you are aged 17 you are able to apply for our Birmingham, Bristol, Guildford, Leeds, London Bloomsbury, Manchester and Nottingham campuses only.
Can’t find your qualification?
If you cannot find your qualification below we do consider other national and international qualifications. A guide to other recognised qualifications is available in the Alternative UK Academic Qualifications, Alternative English Language Qualifications and Additional Information for International Students sections below.
Law
Degrees with Foundation Year 4 Year On Campus
UK Entry Requirements
- 48 UCAS Points from a maximum of 3 A Levels, or equivalent qualifications
- GCSE English Language at Grade C/4
You may also be invited to an interview with an academic as part of the admissions process.
Non-standard information (up to and including Sep 22 intake)
Non-standard entry route A:
Applicants should demonstrate a minimum of 2 years professional work experience evidencing management of people and/or processes and provide a professional reference. All applicants must successfully pass a formal interview. Any applicant without GCSE English language at grade C/4 will be invited to complete The University of Law English Test (ULET).
Students who will be under the age of 18 but no younger than 17 at the commencement of the course are permitted.
Non-standard information (from Jan 23 intake onwards)
Non-standard entry route A:
Please note this route is only available for applicants who do not require a Student Route Visa to study with the University:
Applicants who do not possess 48 UCAS points from a maximum of 3 A Levels or equivalent but can demonstrate a minimum of 2 years professional work experience evidencing management of people and/or processes and provide a professional reference will be considered. All applicants must successfully pass a formal interview. Any applicant without GCSE English language at grade C/4 will be invited to complete The University of Law English Test (ULET).
Students who will be under the age of 18 but no younger than 17 at the commencement of the course are permitted.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
International Foundation Programme
UK Entry Requirements
An English language level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or above with a minimum of 4.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Please note students requiring a visa who provide IELTS for admission must ensure that they provide the IELTS for UKVI test. The non-UKVI IELTS Academic is only acceptable for the online International Foundation Programme.
Accelerated LLB (Hons) Law
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: ABB
- BTEC: DDM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 128
- IB: 31
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 30 Distinctions
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or above, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
LLB (Hons) Law All Qualifying Law Degree courses, incl. 'Law with' & Online
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: BBB
- BTEC: DDM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 120
- IB: 29
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 27 Distinctions
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English Language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
LLB (Hons) Legal Practice and Skills UK Solicitor Apprentices only
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: CCC
- BTEC: MMM
- IB: 26
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 18 Distinctions
You will also need to possess Grade C/4 or above in 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English Language, or equivalent qualifications.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
MLaw Solicitors' Practice
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: ABB
- BTEC: DDM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 128
- IB: 31
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 30 Distinctions
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or above, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Business
Degrees with Foundation Year 4 Year On Campus
UK Entry Requirements
- 32 UCAS points from one A Level or 40 UCAS points from two A Levels, or equivalent qualifications
- 5 GCSEs at Grade A-C/9-4 (including English) and Grade D/4 or above in Maths, or equivalent qualifications
Non-standard information (up to and including Sep 22 intake)
Non-standard entry route A:
In order to consider applicants who come from a non-traditional background applicants with no formal qualifications will be invited to complete an in-house numeracy test and The University of Law English Test (ULET), as well as a formal interview. They will also need to provide two years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references.
Non-standard information (from Jan 23 intake onwards)
Non-standard entry route A:
Please note this route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University. Additionally, please note that the English Language waiver route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University.
Applicants who do not possess 32 UCAS points from the equivalent of one A Level or 40 UCAS points from the equivalent of two A Levels, will instead be invited to a formal interview along with providing two years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references. Applicants must still display the appropriate level of competence in both English Language and Mathematics.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Three Year Degrees On Campus
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 112
- IB: 27
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess Grade C/4 or above in GCSE Maths and English Language, or equivalent qualifications.
Non-standard information (up to and including Sep 22 intake)
Non-standard entry route B:
In order to consider applicants who come from a non-traditional background applicants with no formal qualifications will be invited to complete an in-house numeracy test and The University of Law English Test (ULET), as well as a formal interview. They will also need to provide three years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references.
Non-standard information (from Jan 23 intake onwards)
Non-standard entry route B:
Please note this route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University. Additionally, please note that the English Language waiver route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University.
Applicants who do not possess BBC at A Level or equivalent, will instead be invited to a formal interview along with providing three years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references. Applicants must still display the appropriate level of competence in both English Language and Mathematics.
Additional note for BSc Accounting and Finance:
Students who have completed ACCA or CIMA to a specified level can gain access to Years 2 or 3;
- ACCA F1-F4 – Direct entry to Year 2
- CIMA BA1-BA4 – Direct entry to Year 2
- ACCA F1-F9 – Direct entry to Year 3
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Criminology and Policing
Degrees with Foundation Year 4 Year On Campus
UK Entry Requirements
- 48 UCAS Points from a maximum of 3 A Levels, or equivalent qualifications
- GCSE English Language at Grade C/4
You may also be invited to an interview with an academic as part of the admissions process.
Non-standard information (up to and including Sep 22 intake)
Non-standard entry route A:
In order to consider applicants who come from a non-traditional background applicants with no formal qualifications will be invited to complete an in-house numeracy test and The University of Law English Test (ULET), as well as a formal interview. They will also need to provide two years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references.
Non-standard information (from Jan 23 intake onwards)
Non-standard entry route A:
Please note this route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University. Additionally, please note that the English Language waiver route is only available for applicants who do not require a UK Student Route Visa to study with the University.
Applicants who do not possess 32 UCAS points from the equivalent of one A Level or 40 UCAS points from the equivalent of two A Levels, will instead be invited to a formal interview along with providing two years of appropriate work experience evidenced in a full CV along with two work references. Applicants must still display the appropriate level of competence in both English Language and Mathematics.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
An English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or above with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Three Year Degrees On Campus
- A Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 112
- IB: 27
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 24 Distinctions
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent qualifications.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English Language level equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Accelerated BSc (Hons) Professional Policing
UK Entry Requirements
- A Level: ABB
- BTEC: DDM
- UCAS Tariff Points*: 128
- IB: 31
- Access: Pass Diploma (60 credits) with 45 credits at Level 3 including 30 Distinctions
*From three A Levels or equivalent.
You will also need to possess Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent qualifications.
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English
- An English language level equivalent to IELTS 7.0 or above, with a minimum of 6.5 in each component. Please see 'Alternative English language qualifications' section below for alternatives to IELTS.
Psychology
Degrees with Foundation Year 4 Year On Campus
UK Entry Requirements
- 48 UCAS Points from a maximum of 3 A Levels, or equivalent qualifications
- GCSE Mathematics and English Language at Grade C/4
You may also be invited to an interview with an academic as part of the admissions process.
Selection Process
The entry grades or points listed in the tables above are typical and only form part of our assessment of your suitability for the course. Applications are considered holistically and offers are based on both academic qualifications and other information, such as your personal statement and reference.
Contextual Admissions
As part of the University’s Access and Participation Plan the University has committed to the use of contextual admissions to assist students into Higher Education. Our approach is designed to support care experienced and estranged students with their progression to degree level study.
Find out more about the support we provide ➔
Alternative UK Academic Qualifications
If your UK qualifications are not listed above, please download our Undergraduate Qualifications PDF to find out what qualification equivalencies we accept. Here you’ll find information on BTEC National Diplomas, BTEC National Extended Certificates, WJEC Applied Diplomas and many more acceptable equivalencies.
Alternative English Language Qualifications
If English is not your first language and your English language qualification is not listed above, please download our English Language Qualifications PDF to find out what qualification equivalencies we accept. Here you’ll find information on the acceptable qualifications for each study route.
Download English Language Qualifications ➔
Download English Language Policy ➔
The University of Law English Test (ULET)
If you don’t have Alternative English Language Qualifications, we will offer you the University of Law English Test (ULET) to meet your English Language condition.
Find out more information about ULET and the registration process ➔
Additional Information for International Students
We also have plenty more information about studying as an international student, including country specific entry requirements and visa requirements within the International section of our website.
Exemptions and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If you have previously studied a qualification or module(s) within a qualification which you believe may be considered for an exemption or recognition of prior learning (RPL), please refer to the exemptions policy which provides further information and application details.
Students under 18
The University accepts students younger than 18, but no younger than 17 years of age at the time of entry. You are required to comply with the University Student under 18 Policy and Protocols.
You are required to complete the relevant under 18s form satisfactorily, providing parent/guardian agreement and details of a UK-based emergency/Next of Kin contact before your place is confirmed.
To see the agreements and forms, please download our Students under 18 years of age Policy.