Add your A-Levels, BTECs, EPQ, T-Levels, and other qualifications to calculate your total UCAS points instantly.
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Add all your Level 3 qualifications (A-Levels, BTECs, etc.) to calculate your total UCAS tariff points. GCSEs don't count towards UCAS points but universities may have specific GCSE requirements.
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| Grade | Points |
|---|---|
| A* | 56 |
| A | 48 |
| B | 40 |
| C | 32 |
| D | 24 |
| E | 16 |
| Grade | Points |
|---|---|
| D*D*D* | 168 |
| D*D*D | 160 |
| D*DD | 152 |
| DDD | 144 |
| DDM | 128 |
| DMM | 112 |
| Grade | Points |
|---|---|
| A* | 28 |
| A | 24 |
| B | 20 |
| C | 16 |
| D | 12 |
| E | 8 |
| Grade | Points |
|---|---|
| Distinction* | 168 |
| Distinction | 144 |
| Merit | 120 |
| Pass (C+) | 96 |
| Pass (D/E) | 72 |
Equivalent to A*AA or higher at A-Level.
Equivalent to AAB or ABB at A-Level.
Equivalent to CCC or above at A-Level.
UCAS points are a tariff system that converts your qualifications into a numerical score. Universities use these points to set entry requirements. For example, an A* at A-Level is worth 56 UCAS points. Different qualifications have different point values, allowing universities to compare students with varied educational backgrounds.
A-Level grades convert to UCAS points as follows: A* = 56 points, A = 48 points, B = 40 points, C = 32 points, D = 24 points, E = 16 points. An ungraded (U) result receives 0 points. Three A-Levels at grade A would give you 144 UCAS points.
BTEC points depend on the qualification size. BTEC National Extended Diploma (3 A-Levels): D*D*D* = 168 points, DDD = 144 points. BTEC National Diploma (2 A-Levels): D*D* = 112 points, DD = 96 points. BTEC Extended Certificate (1 A-Level): D* = 56 points, D = 48 points.
The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is worth half an A-Level in UCAS points: A* = 28 points, A = 24 points, B = 20 points, C = 16 points, D = 12 points, E = 8 points. Many universities value the EPQ highly and may make reduced offers to students with a good EPQ grade.
Standard GCSEs (grades 9-1 or A*-G) do not carry UCAS tariff points. Only Level 3 qualifications (typically studied at ages 16-18) count towards your UCAS points total. However, universities often have specific GCSE requirements (like English and Maths at grade 4/C) in addition to UCAS points.
Requirements vary significantly by university and course. Russell Group universities typically require 112-144+ points (AAB-A*AA equivalent). Mid-ranking universities often ask for 96-120 points (BBB-ABB). Some courses accept 72-96 points. Always check specific course requirements on UCAS or university websites.
T-Levels are worth UCAS points equivalent to 3 A-Levels: Distinction* = 168 points (A*A*A*), Distinction = 144 points (AAA), Merit = 120 points (AAB), Pass (C+) = 96 points (BBB), Pass (D/E) = 72 points. T-Levels are increasingly accepted by universities.
Yes, you can combine different qualifications to reach your UCAS points total. For example, you could combine 2 A-Levels with a BTEC, or add an EPQ to your A-Levels. Universities will consider your total points from all eligible Level 3 qualifications, though some may prefer specific combinations.
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