Entry requirements

Bachelor degree and MEng courses

Applicants are normally expected to have completed Level 3 qualifications (i.e. A-levels or equivalent). However, special consideration is given to those who lack the standard entry qualifications but have relevant work/life experience.

• Two or three GCE A2-level passes with the relevant UCAS points, or
• Advanced Diploma or Progression Diploma with the relevant UCAS points, or
• Advanced Vocational Certificate of Education (AVCE) double award or two AVCE single awards with the relevant UCAS points, or
• BTEC National Diploma or BTEC National Certificate with the relevant UCAS points. The BTEC National Award is acceptable in combination with other Level 3 qualifications, with the relevant UCAS points, or
• Other equivalent qualifications, such as Scottish Highers, Welsh Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificates, International Baccalaureate, with the relevant UCAS points, or
• Pass kitemarked Access to Higher Education course.
• Applicants should also normally possess five GCSE passes at grade C or above, or other equivalent Level 2 qualifications.
• Overseas candidates must have completed high school or equivalent and have English language proficiency of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
• The University of Bolton reserves the right to call any applicant for interview, request a portfolio of appropriate work or administer any other test to determine a candidate's suitability for study prior to their enrolment with the University.

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