Children's Nursing Bnurs

Not Accepted

We normally require grades BBBBB in Scottish Highers level subjects including at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology and Psychology) and one Advanced Higher at grade B. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).

We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3). The specific course requirements are: of the 45 credits at level 3, 30 must be at Distinction grade and the remaining 15 credits at merit grade. Also, 30 of the 45 level 3 credits must be in science or health-science related subjects. You must also have GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science at grade C or above. We do not accept equivalents to GCSE for English and Maths. We also consider other factors on an individual basis, such as additional educational achievements, life experience and work related skills.

32

We require 32 points overall with 3 higher level subjects at grades 5,5,5. Must include at least one science related subject from Biology, Chemistry, Sports and Health Science or Psychology

DDD

We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (BTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Diploma with grades DDD. 1/3 of the units undertaken must be in a science or science related subject.

A minimum of five GCSES at grade 4 (C). These must include English Language, Mathematics and Science. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language. Please note that if you hold English as a second language iG

DD

We consider the National Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the National Diploma or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

DD

We consider the Technical Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Diploma with grades DD plus an additional A Level at grade B. Either the Technical Diploma or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

DDD

We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a subject relevant to the chosen course (CTEC Health and Social Care or Applied Science). Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Diploma with grades DDD with 1/3 of the units undertaken in science or science related subjects.

We normally require grades BBBBB in Scottish Highers level subjects including at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology and Psychology) and one Advanced Higher at grade B. English Language and Mathematics not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (minimum National 5 grade C / Intermediate 2 grade C / Standard Grade Credit level grade 3).

M1,M1,M2

We consider applicants offering Pre-U Principal Subjects, or a mix of Pre-U and A Level subjects, provided a minimum of three distinct subjects overall is taken. Candidates taking Pre-U principal subjects in conjunction with A levels are expected to achieve a combination of M1, M1, M2 in the Pre-U and BBB at A level in three distinct subjects to include at least one science or science related subject (eg Chemistry, Biology and Psychology). If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to.

The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not be included in the conditions of your offer, we strongly encourage you to provide information about the EPQ in your personal statement and at interview. A number of our academic Schools may also choose to take your performance in the EPQ into account should places be available in August for applicants who narrowly miss the entry grades for their chosen course.

The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and usually requires two A Levels or equivalent to be included within this. The minimum grade required for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is Grade B and two A levels at grade BB - normally including at least one science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry or Psychology) and GCSE requirement which must include English Language and Maths at a minimum of Grade C or 4 or above with the overall GCSE profile being at least 5 GCSEs Grade B or 6 or above in different subjects. If you require further clarification about the acceptability of this qualification please contact the Academic School(s) you plan to apply to.

D

We consider the National Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Extended Certificate with grade D plus two additional A Levels at grades BB. Either the National Extended Certificate or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

Not Accepted

D,D

We consider the National Foundation Diploma. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two additional A Levels at grade BB at least one science or science related subject (Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

DD

We consider the Technical Foundation Diploma for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Foundation Diploma with grades DD plus two A Levels at Grades BB. Either the Technical Foundation Diploma or the A Levels must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

D

We consider the Technical Extended Certificate for entry. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full Technical Extended Certificate with grade D plus two A Levels at grades BB. Either the Technical Extended Certificate or the A Level must be in a Science or Health related subject. (e.g Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Health and Social Care or Applied Science).

B,B,B

We require grades BBB (including at least one science from the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Sociology, Health and Social Care, Applied Science).

D

We will accept the Health pathway only and require an overall grade of Distinction. We would normally expect the chosen specialism to match the BNurs pathway for which you will be applying. For example, for Children's Nursing, the specialism taken should be Supporting the Care of Young People and Children.