A levels: a minimum of 2 A levels. Excluding general studies.

BTEC: 18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: PPP 
12 Unit BTEC National Certificate/QCF Diploma: MP

BTEC National Diploma modules
If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application.

All Access courses: pass Access course (any subject) (including GCSE English and mathematics grade C/4 or above or equivalent). For candidates that do not have a science or technology background please contact: admissions@plymouth.ac.uk for further advice.

T level: As a University we will continue to review T level qualifications as more information becomes available in the next couple of months.

International Baccalaureate: 24 overall– English and mathematics must be included. 

GCSE: mathematics and English at grade C/4 or above. 

Mature students with appropriate work experience are encouraged to apply. For those who do not meet the requirements, please enquire for further details.  

English language requirements 

We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.

Minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in engineering or physical science subject e.g. geography, environmental science or physics.

Students with advanced standing who can evidence an academic ability to similar levels may also be considered.

Applicants with overseas qualifications can check their compatibility with the UK equivalent through ECCTIS, who provide an advisory service. 

English language requirements 

We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.

If your first language is not English then evidence of English proficiency is required.

The minimum IELTS score for acceptable English proficiency for entry is normally 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. 

For further advice on the appropriateness of overseas qualification and proficiency in the use of English, please contact our International Office.

For an informal enquiry, please contact Dr Martyn Hann by email: martyn.hann@plymouth.ac.uk.