What A Levels Do You Need For Bristol?

A-levels

  • The standard requirement for our undergraduate courses is three A-levels (or equivalent qualifications).
  • We accept both pre-reform and reformed A-levels on an equivalent basis.
  • There is no requirement for AS-levels, and we do not give preference to students who have taken AS-levels as standalone qualifications.

What qualifications do I need to get into Bristol university?

BTEC and A-level combinations
We accept a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate as equivalent to one A-level and the BTEC Level 3 National Diploma as equivalent to two A-levels. Additional A-levels (or equivalent academic qualifications) will be required alongside these and to meet any subject requirements.

Is Bristol difficult to get into?

This means that the university accepts around 67-68 applicants out of every 100 applicants that apply for admissions at the University of Bristol.

Do you need 3 A levels to get into university?

Most universities require three A-Levels, although there are other equivalent qualifications in the UK to consider.

Does Bristol care about GCSE?

Some undergraduate courses require specific GCSE grades in particular subjects. We refer to these requirements as ‘profiles’. The GCSE profile(s) for each course are stated on the online course finder. Requirements for each GCSE profile can be found below.

What subjects is Bristol uni best for?

The University of Bristol is one of the best places in the UK to study engineering, education, languages and animal sciences courses. That’s according to two high profile university guides published by The Sunday Times and The Guardian, which also rated highly the University’s anatomy, criminology and science courses.

What subjects is Bristol known for?

  • Anthropology.
  • Biomedical Sciences.
  • Business & Management Studies.
  • Chemistry.
  • Civil Engineering.
  • Classics.
  • Dentistry.
  • Economics.

What is the hardest UK uni to get into?

Hardest UK universities to get into

  • University of Oxford (19.1%)
  • University of Cambridge (21.6%)
  • London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) (21.9%)
  • University of St Andrews (25%)
  • Imperial College London (32.5%)
  • St George’s, University of London (35.3%)
  • The University of Edinburgh (39.3%)

How quickly do Bristol make offers?

The University of Bristol receives UK applications on a rolling basis from September to January, and international applications up until June. Some applicants will receive a decision very soon after applying, and others may not have one until March; this happens every year and is nothing to worry about.

What is the easiest UK University to get admission?

Top 20 universities which are easiest to get into in UK

  • Coventry University.
  • London Metropolitan University.
  • University of Exeter.
  • University of Wales Trinity Saint David.
  • Newman University, Birmingham.
  • University College Birmingham.
  • University of Winchester.
  • Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Is 3 or 4 A-Levels better?

1. Four A levels look better than three – incorrect. It is the grades of the three A levels and the subjects those A levels are in that are important. Put all your efforts into those three A levels – thousands of other students nationally, who got 8s and 9s at GCSE are doing that and you are competing with them!

Do any universities accept 2 A-Levels?

For the majority of students, it isn’t possible to get into university with only 2 A-Levels. The majority of universities require at least 3 qualifications or better explained as 112 UCAS tariff points.

What if I fail A-Levels?

Resit an exam
However you can’t retake specific modules – you would have to re-take the whole exam for the year. You’ll need to wait a year to re-sit any exams as A-levels and AS-levels are only assessed by exam in the spring.

Is a 7 good in GCSE?

7 is equal to an A. 6 is equivalent to a high B.

Is BBB good at a level?

Pupils predicted BBB at A-level are generally regarded as strong university candidates.

Is a 8 good in GCSE?

This system was introduced in 2017, replacing the old GCSE grading system that awarded students letter grades from A* to G. In the current grading system, a score of 9, 8 and 7 are equivalent to an A* and A. A 9 is for a student who has performed exceptionally well.

WHAT A levels subjects do Russell Group universities prefer?

The Russell Group, which represents 24 leading UK universities, defines facilitating subjects as:

  • English literature.
  • History.
  • Modern languages – e.g. French, German, Spanish etc.
  • Classical languages – e.g. Latin, Ancient Greek.
  • Maths and further maths.
  • Physics.
  • Biology.
  • Chemistry.

Is Bristol a well respected uni?

Where does the University of Bristol rank? In 2021, Top Universities ranked the University of Bristol as the 9th best uni in the UK. Globally, it is ranked 92nd according to Times Higher Education.

Is Bristol a red brick uni?

The following 6 universities are on the red brick university list: University of Birmingham. University of Bristol. University of Leeds.

Why is Bristol so popular?

Bristol is famous for its harbor, its blend of architecture, and its contribution to the arts and sciences. It’s known for its Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Bristol Balloon Fiesta, and its rich history involving swashbuckling pirates and North American expeditions.

Is Bristol Uni in the top 10?

University of Bristol is ranked #93 in Best Global Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence. Read more about how we rank schools.