- IB score
- 36
- IB requirements
Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation 6 at Higher Level only. And 6 at Higher Level in one of biology, chemistry, physics or computer science.
- IELTS
6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
English language requirements
As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details.
For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.
If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.
If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.
- High school qualifications
Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country
- A level
- AAA
- Required subjects
Maths and one of electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control or design technology: design engineering H404.
GCSE English grade 4 (C).
- Excluded subjects
General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Global Perspectives and Research, and Thinking Skills.
- Additional entry requirements
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- Non-UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering - D*DD including Distinctions in modules Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics.
- As part of the application process, applicants taking the BTEC National Extended Diploma without A level maths who are predicted DDM or above will receive an invitation to have a meeting with an academic member of staff. This is informal with our primary objective being to ensure that our students are fully prepared for year one and will be successful on the course. Please note that applicants who do not attend the meeting will not receive an offer.
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or Science - D*D plus A Level Mathematics grade A.
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject - D plus A Level Mathematics grade A and A Level grade A in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design & Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, Psychology, 3D Design or Design Engineering
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering – D plus A Level Mathematics grade A and A Level grade A in any subject.
- Access to HE Diploma 36 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction; 9 graded Level 3 credits at Merit. 15 graded Level 3 credits must be from acceptable maths units at grade Distinction.
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Visa restrictions
International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.
Contextual offer
In order to recognise the potential of talented students from all backgrounds we make contextual offers for this course to students who have international fee status. These offers could be one or two grades lower than the advertised standard entry requirements. Please see this page for further information.
Mature students
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
- A level
- AAA
- Required subjects
Maths and one of electronics, computer science, physics, chemistry, biology, further mathematics, design and technology: systems control or design technology: design engineering H404.
GCSE English grade 4 (C).
- Excluded subjects
General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Global Perspectives and Research, and Thinking Skills.
- IB score
- 36
- IB requirements
Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation 6 at Higher Level only. And 6 at Higher Level in one of biology, chemistry, physics or computer science.
- Additional entry requirements
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.
Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.
- UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications
Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering - D*DD including Distinctions in modules Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics.
- As part of the application process, applicants taking the BTEC National Extended Diploma without A level maths who are predicted DDM or above will receive an invitation to have a meeting with an academic member of staff. This is informal with our primary objective being to ensure that our students are fully prepared for year one and will be successful on the course. Please note that applicants who do not attend the meeting will not receive an offer.
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or Science - D*D plus A Level Mathematics grade A.
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject - D plus A Level Mathematics grade A and A Level grade A in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design & Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, Psychology, 3D Design or Design Engineering
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering – D plus A Level Mathematics grade A and A Level grade A in any subject.
- Access to HE Diploma 36 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction; 9 graded Level 3 credits at Merit. 15 graded Level 3 credits must be from acceptable maths units at grade Distinction.
This list is not exhaustive. The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please see the alternative qualifications page for more information.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Contextual offers
We recognise the potential of talented students from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to students whose personal circumstances may have restricted achievement at school or college. These offers are usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.
BTEC/Access/HND qualifications are considered on an individual basis.
As part of the application process all applicants will receive an invitation to have a chat with an academic member of staff.
Foundation progression options
An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.
Mature students
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.