We require you to achieve at least a GCSE in some subjects . Some of our subject areas are particularly competitive and attract many highly qualified applicants. In these circumstances, we may consider the number of A*s or grade 8/9s you have achieved at GCSE , alongside your A Level grades.
How many GCSEs do you need for Edinburgh university?
This would normally be: SQA Higher Grade C or above (or suitable equivalent) in English* SQA National 5 Mathematics or Applications of Mathematics (formerly Lifeskills Maths) at grade C or above, GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.
What grades do you need for Edinburgh?
- A level – AAA – ABB. Required subjects: A Levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
- Scottish Higher – AAAA – AABB. AAAA-AABB by end of S5 or AAAA-AAAB by end of S6.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme – 37 – 34 points. 37 points with 666 at HL – 34 points with 655 at HL.
Do universities look at all GCSEs?
Your GCSEs are an important part of the university application process, but they aren’t quite as important as your more recent study e.g. your A levels or BTECs. All courses at UCL require GCSE passes in English Language and Maths at grade 5 or higher, and some courses may ask for higher grades in these subjects.
Do top unis look at GCSEs?
Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial and the other top tier universities will usually require good A-level, AS-level and GCSE results across the board. Having good GCSE results is an ‘unwritten rule’ for some universities, while others will state their requirements outright in their prospectus.
How hard is it to get into Edinburgh?
The University of Edinburgh Acceptance Rate was 40% to 50% making the university moderately easy to get into.
WHAT A-Levels do you need for Edinburgh uni?
Combinations of A Levels and IB subjects
Where grade A is required at A Level, we require grade 6 at IB HL . Depending on competition for places, where grade B is required at A Level, we will require either grade 5 or grade 6 at IB HL .
Is ABB at A Level good?
Good grades. Your in the top 20% of the country so nothing to really complain about. It’ll get you into a decent uni including the Russel Group but probably not the top 10.
Do you need national 5 maths to get into university?
Many college courses are happy to accept candidates with a National 5 Maths qualification. University courses, on the other hand, usually ask or Higher Maths, and in order to achieve this, individuals should pass National 5 first.
What grades do you need to get into Edinburgh Napier?
You are eligible to apply if you received your High School Graduation Diploma with a GPA of 2.8 or above with one of the following: SAT score of 1000 or higher with a minimum of 500 in each component. ACT score of 24 or higher. 3 related Advanced Placement tests (AP’s) with a grade of 4 or higher.
Do universities really care GCSE results?
Many universities will look at your GCSE grades when deciding whether to offer you a place on their course. They used to look at AS level grades but most students do not do this qualification any more so they are paying more attention to GCSEs.
Is a 7 good in GCSE?
7 is equal to an A. 6 is equivalent to a high B.
What happens if you fail your GCSEs?
Most schools and colleges allow GCSE students to resit failed examinations. You can resit English and Maths exams in November and examinations in other subjects are then taken in the following June. You will need to double check the examination schedule with your school.
Do you have to put failed GCSEs on UCAS?
Yes, you must put all qualifications you’ve studied for, whether or not you passed them, completed the course or whatever. There’s a very good database of qualifications now, to which HEIs have access. Failing to declare them will result in it being found out, and your application cancelled. It’s not worth it.
Is a 6 good in GCSE?
Grade 6 indicates a good level of achievement and will help support progression into higher education and future employment.
What grades should YEAR 10 be achieving?
Students in Year 10, in most subjects, are now working towards Grade 9 – 1. The table below shows how the former GCSE grade equates to the new 9-1 grades. The target grade set is based on the KS2 data and other contextual information of your son or daughter.
How quickly does Edinburgh University make offers?
Provided you applied by the October or January deadline, you will receive a decision by this date. The majority of applicants will hear back by 30 April.
What is Edinburgh University famous for?
Founded in 1583, the University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top universities. We are globally recognised for our research, development and innovation and we’ve provided our students with world-class teaching for more than 425 years.
Do Edinburgh Uni do interviews?
Interviews, tests and portfolios
Interviews and admissions tests do not normally form part of our admissions process, but there are some exceptions for specific programmes.
Do universities accept D grades?
Among university applicants who got three D grades at A-level, 80% were successful in getting places in 2018, according to admissions figures. This was a year with fewer 18-year-olds, which saw universities competing to attract students.
Which grades do universities look at?
University Admission Requirements
Most universities will use your overall Grade 12 U/M grades in calculating your admission average. Often this will include your best six 4 U/M courses or equivalent.