FAQs
How many UCAS Tariff points do I have?
How many UCAS Tariff points do I need? ›
How many UCAS points do you need? When searching for a university course, you'll find the entry requirements include a minimum number of UCAS points. This will often be 112 UCAS points but will vary from course to course.
How many is 120 UCAS points? ›
There are many different ways of achieving 120 UCAS Tariff points. Some of the most common ways are: 3 A-levels – Grades BBB, or A*CC. 2 A-levels plus 2 AS – Grades BB+aa, or AB+bb.
How many points is 112 UCAS points? ›
There are many different ways of achieving 112 UCAS Tariff points. Some of the most common ways are: 3 A-levels – Grades BBC, or A*CD. 2 A-levels plus 2 AS – Grades BB+bb, or AB+cc.
What are UCAS points for international students? ›
UCAS points (also known as UCAS Tariff points) are a way of measuring the relative value of all post-16 qualifications in the UK. The UCAS Tariff assigns a numerical score to the possible grades that can be achieved in each type of qualification.
What is 100 UCAS points equivalent to? ›
A levels and AS - GCE & VCE
Is 112 UCAS points hard? ›
Most universities seem to accept that 112 UCAS points are the standard for the average UK student. Many different universities assess their candidates on many different factors as part of their criteria and the tariff point requirements give them much flexibility to do so.
Do UCAS Tariff points matter? ›
Many qualifications (but not all) have a UCAS Tariff value, which will vary dependent on the qualification size, and the grade you achieved. This numerical value is used by HE course providers to assess whether you meet their entry requirements for a particular course.
Is 112 UCAS points enough? ›
112 UCAS points in A Level grades is a frequent requirement of universities for students wishing to study a Degree. Although not all universities use the tariff points system for offering places to students, many do.
Is it hard to get 128 UCAS points? ›
There are many different ways of achieving 128 UCAS Tariff points. Some of the most common ways are: 3 A-levels – Grades ABB, or A*AD. 2 A-levels plus 2 AS – Grades AA+bb, or AB+aa.
The minimum UCAS points you need to get into the University of Oxford is around 144. Though Oxford does not assess its candidates based on their UCAS point score, their courses with the lowest entry requirements are AAA at A level (or equivalent) which equates to 144 points.
What grades are 200 UCAS points? ›
A level grade |
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A level grade | Old Tariff | New Tariff |
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CCD | 220 | 88 |
CDD | 200 | 80 |
DDD | 180 | 72 |
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How do you get 144 UCAS points? ›
If you need 144 points to do your dream university course, you'll need three A-level A grades. But of course, it changes with different qualifications – so if you get a triple distinction (DDD) for a BTEC diploma, you'll also get 144 points.
Is 96 UCAS points good? ›
Achieving 96 UCAS Points opens up many options to study one of our undergraduate programmes, from HNCs to BA Hons and BSc Hons. Our programmes which range from business and management to engineering and sport are awarded by some of the country's leading universities and awarding bodies.
Is 240 UCAS points good? ›
According to UniStats, 90% of applicants have UCAS tariff scores of 208+ and 55% of applicants have UCAS tariff scores of 240+. A-Level grades of A* A* A* A* equates to 224 points, so you need to take at least 5 A-level to get a 240+ UCAS tariff score. AAAAA equates to 240 points exactly.
How many UCAS Tariff points is AAA? ›
A level grade |
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A level grade | Old Tariff | New Tariff |
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A*AA | 380 | 152 |
AAA | 360 | 144 |
AAB | 340 | 136 |
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Is 112 UCAS points good? ›
Most universities seem to accept that 112 UCAS points are the standard for the average UK student. Many different universities assess their candidates on many different factors as part of their criteria and the tariff point requirements give them much flexibility to do so.
What is 64 UCAS points equivalent to? ›
For National Diplomas, a D*D* is equal to 112 UCAS points, D*D is 104 points, DD is 96 points, DM is 80 points, MM is 64 points, MP is 48 points and a PP is 32 UCAS points.