Entry requirements

Entry guide for university-level courses

We have a range of entry requirements and are keen to assess each application individually, recognising that our applicants have a range of backgrounds and qualifications. Each applicant’s assessment will include a review of their grades, interview, and any experience. Typical entry requirements are outlined below, but individual offers may vary.

UCAS tariff points

Applicants may have UCAS points ranging from a minimum of 48 up to 168, usually with a qualification relevant to the course they have applied for.

Non-tariff courses

The MET accepts a wide range of Level 3 qualifications, some of which may not currently be on the UCAS tariff. These include a range of vocational Level 3 diplomas, NVQs and EU qualifications. The qualification is usually relevant to the course applied for.

Interviews

Many courses will require applicants to participate in an interview.

Work experience

The MET will consider applicants who are currently in work and/or may have completed their education some time ago. To apply, applicants will usually have at least three years’ work experience in the relevant industry.

English as a second language

Applicants who have English as a second language and do not have a GCSE in English will be asked to take an IELTS assessment or equivalent as part of their offer conditions. They will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0, with 6.0 in the writing element and 5.5 in all other sub elements. Any student who has English as a second language but has schooled in the UK would not require this assessment. For example, those students who have achieved a grade D/3 or above for GCSE English.

English and Maths GCSE

We strongly advise that applicants will have achieved grade 9–4 (A*–C) in maths and English, or an equivalent qualification, to enable them to successfully complete their studies at the MET and enhance their future careers.

For more information about applying and admissions, see

gbmc.ac.uk/how-to-apply-university