The course starts in September and January.

You normally need GCSE mathematics and English language or equivalent, plus one of the following

• 140 points from at least one six unit GCE/VCE A level or BTEC National qualifications. We accept general studies.

• pre-2002 A levels – 10 points

• GNVQ at advanced/level 3 in a relevant subject

If English is not your first language you need an IELTS score of 6.0 or above, with a minimum score of 5.0 in each skill.

There may be some flexibility in entry requirements provided you have other relevant learning or experience. This may be formally accredited learning (where you have certificates to indicate the learning that has taken place and associated achievement) which is not covered in the above admissions requirements, experiential learning (learning which has taken place in contexts such as paid work, voluntary work, self employment, or through other aspects of life experience), or a combination of the two.

We look for evidence of experiential learning through such things as job descriptions, references, reflective personal statements, and interviews with course leaders and admissions tutors. Having reviewed the evidence we will make a judgement as to whether you will benefit from and are likely to complete the course successfully.