Entry requirements
See our country-specific equivalencies.
Undergraduate
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 14 |
| AAB | 13.5 |
| ABB | 13 |
| BBB | 12.5 |
| BBC | 12 |
| BCC | 11.5 |
| CCC | 11 |
| CCD | 10.5 |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 14 |
| AAB | 13 |
| ABB | 13 |
| BBB | 12 |
| BBC | 11.5 |
| BCC | 11 |
| CCC | 11 |
| CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 14 |
| Grade B | 13 |
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
| Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
Undergraduate pathway programmes
If you do not meet the direct entry requirements for a course, you can apply to study on one of our UK/ EU foundation courses. If you are applying from France, we typically look for a minimum of 10.5 in the Baccalauréat.
Postgraduate
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a French Bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 12.0 out of 20.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 11 out of 20.
Postgraduate taught pathway programmes
If you do not meet the requirements for a postgraduate course, you can apply for a . These pathway programmes are offered by the and are designed in order to develop a student’s academic and English language skills in preparation for postgraduate study.
Upon successful completion, you can progress to a masters degree at the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½.
English language requirements and courses
All our students require a good standard of English language to be eligible to study with us. If you don’t meet our requirements, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies.
