Entry requirements
ABB including one accepted science subject or AAB if not studying a required subject. A pass in the science practical required where applicable.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDDDDD in the BTEC National Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Access to HE Diploma
D: 39 credits
M: 6 creditsScience based Access to HE Diploma with 39 distinctions and 6 merits.
We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject).
Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDDD in the BTEC National Diploma plus A in an acceptable science A-Level subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
DD in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in A-level subjects to include an acceptable science subject.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDDDDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma in either Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DDDD in BTEC Diploma plus grade A in an accepted science A-level
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
DD in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in A-level subjects including an accepted science
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 pointsPass with 34 points overall with 17 points at Higher Level.
OR
Pass with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level including one accepted science.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP):
The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered.
Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements.
Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
BAA from two A levels and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
OR
AB from two A levels including an accepted science subject
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB with grade A in the EPQ
OR
BBB including an accepted science subject and grade A in the EPQ.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 - H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 or H1 H2 H2 H2 H3 H3 including an acceptable science subject.
Applicants also need to hold Ordinary Level English and Maths at O4 or higher.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, D3, M2D3 D3 M2 in three Principle subjects or D3 M2 M2 in three Principle subjects including an acceptable science subject.
Acceptable sciences are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Psychology and Sociology.
Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B.
Health – An overall distinction with grade A in the core element
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C) and Science (minimum grade 4/C) if not offered at a level 3 qualification.
Recent relevant study within the last 3 years
You may be required to attend a selection day. Satisfactory Occupational Health and Police Checks will be required.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Health checks
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with a minimum of 7.0 in Listening, Reading & Speaking and with a minimum of 6.5 in Writing. |
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Contextual admissions
Most of the students who previously enrolled on this course joined us with grades lower than our published entry criteria. After receiving their grades, we carefully considered each students’ individual circumstances before confirming their place on their chosen course.
We encourage everyone with the potential to succeed to apply, regardless of their background. Applicants who qualify for contextual admissions will be made an offer lower than the typical offer for that programme.
Learn more on the University of Southampton website
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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