IB score: 36 Points overall or 766 in 3 HL certificates
IB requirements:
IBDP 36 points overall or 766 in 3 Higher Level Certificates. Alternatively, IBDP 34 points including HL6 Computer Science or 666 in 3 Higher Level Certificates including Computer Science.
IELTS: 6.5 (6.0 in each 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: A*AA (AAA if you have an A in computer science/computing)
Required subjects: A*AA/A*A*B (AAA/A*AB if you have an A in computer science).
GCSE Maths at grade B and GCSE English at grade C
The following qualifications can be accepted in lieu of GCSE mathematics grade 5 (B):
IB Mathematics Analysis and Approaches grade 4 at Higher level or grade 5 at Standard Level, IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation grade 4 at Higher level or grade 5 at Standard Level or AQA Core Maths grade C.
Excluded subjects: General Studies, Thinking Skills, Global Perspectives and Research, Critical Thinking. A level ICT or IT do not qualify for the lower level
Additional entry requirements: A*AA/A*A*B (AAA/A*AB if you have an A in computer science).
All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 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
RQF BTEC Nationals
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma D*DD
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma and 1 A level DD + A* or D*D + A in A level Computer Science
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate and 2 A level D + A*A or D + AA including A level Computer Science
Access to HE Diploma
- Pass Access to HE Diploma with 42 Level 3 graded credits at Distinction and 3 Level 3 graded at Merit
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.
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.
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.