Mechanical Engineering

UCAS points

• 128-136

This must include at least 64 points from two A levels, equivalent BTEC National qualifications or T levels (to include mathematics and least one other science subject such as physics or chemistry) but excludes general studies. For example:

• ABB-AAB at A Level including relevant subjects.
• DDD in BTEC Extended Diploma in a relevant subject.
• Distinction overall from a T level qualification- Must include B from Core- must be from an engineering T level- excluding Design and development for engineering and manufacturing.
• A combination of qualifications which must include relevant subjects and may include AS levels and EPQ

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GCSE

• English Language at grade C or 4
• Maths at grade C or 4

GCSE equivalents

• Level 2 Literacy or Functional Skills Level 2 English
• Level 2 Numeracy or Functional Skills Level 2 Maths

• Foundation - pass from the Extended Degree Programme Engineering and Mathematics, dependent on academic performance

• Access - an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 18 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above, from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.