International entry requirements |
IB score |
32 (5 in biology at Higher Level). Minimum of three subjects at Higher Level (including biology) |
IELTS |
7.0 (with no less than 7.0 in reading, speaking and listening and no less than 6.5 in writing). GCSE English language at grade 6 (B) or above may also be accepted. |
High school qualifications |
Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country |
A level |
ABB |
Required subjects |
A levels
A levels must include a biological science or PE.
A pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately. However, due to the pandemic and the uncertainty of practical tests taking place, this will not be required for 2023 applicants. General studies is not accepted.
GCSEs
Satisfy our English requirements outlined in the IELTS section above Plus a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, taken in one sitting, which include maths and either biology or integrated/combined science. We do not accept functional skills English or Mathematics.
GCSE qualifications obtained outside of the UK may be considered on a case by case basis. Please check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country. |
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.
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.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in the Access to Nursing and Midwifery/Health Professions (or equivalent) to include 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 must be at Distinction and the remaining 15 at Merit or above.
The diploma must include 24 credits at level 3 in human biology all achieved at Distinction. Modules relating to conducting and writing up lab reports will not count towards biology credits.
GCSE English language and maths are also required at grade 4 or above.
BTEC National Extended Diploma
We accept most BTEC Sport pathways with a DDM profile, however, some are only accepted if specific optional units are completed, and those units must be passed at Distinction level.
Accepted BTEC's
- Sport (2016)
- Sport and Exercise Science (2010, 2016)
Accepted only with specific option units
- Sport (2010) – Performance and Excellence
- Sport (2010) - Development Coaching and Fitness
- Sport (2010) – Outdoor Adventure
- Sport and Outdoor Activities (2019)
- Sport, Fitness and Personal Training (2019)
- Sports Coaching and Development (2019)
- Applied Science (Biomedical Pathway only)
Other BTEC diplomas are accepted (at DM profile) if accompanied by A level biology or physical education at grade B.
Please contact us for further information on the option units required as they vary between BTEC curriculum or if you have any other BTEC’s.
Qualifications for applicants considering a career change or return to academic study
Applicants who have had a break from education or are looking at a change in career are welcomed. Academic requirements are as follows:
Previous degree
2:1 in a relevant subject within the last three years (if in a non-relevant subject, or outside the three-year limit, contact us for advice).
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.
We can make a contextual offer if you're an athlete competing at a high level and are offered a Sports Scholarship. We recommend that you complete the expression of interest form as soon as possible so that your elite athlete status can be confirmed prior to an offer being made. More information and how to apply can be found on the UoN Sport pages.