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Entry requirements

The University’s primary concern when considering an application is that you can demonstrate potential to succeed on your chosen course.

In making our decision we will be looking at your personal statement and your references, as well as your academic qualifications (achieved or pending) and relevant work experience (paid or unpaid) and/or other learning achievements.

For some courses, we may make a decision based solely on your application form. In other cases we may call you for interview, to sit a test or to submit a portfolio. Where this is the case you will receive further details of what is involved.

To help you apply for the most appropriate level of course we have outlined below the University’s standard minimum entry requirement. Each course entry gives further information about the entry requirements — see the individual course entries.

Degree courses

• Students must be 18 or over at the start of the course
• GCSE grade C in English Language or key skills qualification level 3 or equivalent
• Some courses may additionally require GCSE grade C in Mathematics or equivalent (see individual course entries for details)

You must also have attained one of the following requirements (see course entry for any specific subject and/or grade requirements):

• Passes from at least two A levels, plus three other subjects at GCSE level
• Two GCE A-level passes, plus two other subjects at GCSE grade C or three GCE A-level passes, plus one other subject at GCSE grade C
• GNVQ at advanced level with a merit grade
• BTEC National Diploma or Certificate with a pass grade
• The Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in five subjects (three at higher level) or passes in four subjects all at higher level
• The Irish Leaving Certificate with passes at grade C in four subjects at higher level
• International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 28 points and four points in English (see alternative IELTS/TOEFL entry requirements)
• European Baccalaureate with a minimum overallscore of 70% and grade 7 in English (see alternative IELTS/TOEFL entry requirements)
• Recognised HE preparatory course
• Recognised Access course
• Any other qualification which is certified by the admissions tutor as being of equivalent standard

Foundation Degrees and Higher National

• Normally a minimum age of 18 before commencing the course
• GCSE grade C in English Language or key skills qualification level 3 or equivalent
• Some courses may additionally require GCSE grade C in Mathematics or equivalent (see individual course entries for details)
  

You must also have attained one of the following requirements (see course pages for any specific subject and/or grade requirements):

• At least one A-level pass, plus three other subjects at GCSE level grade C
• GNVQ at advanced level with a pass grade
• BTEC National Diploma or Certificate
• The Scottish Certificate of Education with passes in five subjects (two at higher level)
• The Irish Leaving Certificate with passes at grade C in three subjects at higher level
• International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 28 points and a minimum of four points in English (see IELTS/TOEFL entry requirements)
• European Baccalaureate with a minimum of 70% overall with grade 7 in English (see IELTS/TOEFL entry requirements)
• Recognised HE preparatory course
• Recognised Access course
• Any other qualification which is certified by the admissions tutor as being of equivalent standard
  

Students with overseas or other qualifications

The University recognises a wide variety of other qualifications. For advice on other UK qualifications contact our Admissions Office on 020 7133 4200. Students with overseas qualifications can obtain advice on equivalency from our International Office in London or our overseas offices. Students whose education was not in English are usually required to have one of the following:

• GCSE English Language grade C or above
• IELTS 5.5
• TOEFL 550/213 CBT or equivalent
• Cambridge CAE or CPE grade C or above

View more information on English language qualifications.

Entry requirements for mature students

Lack of formal qualifications need not be a barrier to study. Relevant practical or personal experience, evidence of enthusiasm and commitment, and the ability to benefit from higher education are valuable assets, which we can take into account. You should fill out your application as fully as possible, including any voluntary experience, as well as paid work and any formal training.

Many courses require an essential body of knowledge or familiarity with the subject. Access courses, preparatory courses and extended degrees have been devised to provide this knowledge, as well as study skills. They provide a route to higher education for mature students or younger students who require preparation additional to their existing qualifications.

Gaining exemptions from part of your course

If you have already gained credits from a degree course, HND/C or the equivalent UK or overseas qualifications, you may be able to apply for exemption from part of a course and/or enter directly onto level 2 or 3. Exemptions will depend on the level and subjects you have previously studied. See below for more information.

Credit for previous learning

We encourage mature students to claim credit for previous learning. This learning may have been gained in other higher education institutions or through paid or voluntary work. This is known as Accreditation of Prior Learning or Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning, collectively known as AP(E)L.

To make a successful claim for AP(E)L, the learning you have achieved must be at the same level as the learning you would be expected to achieve as part of your course of study at London Metropolitan University. It need not solely be in the same subject area, as many courses include optional modules, which allow study in subject areas across the University.

If you have undertaken a recognised course at higher education level, the process of gaining credit is usually quite straightforward. You apply for credit on your application form, or by using a standard University credit transfer form, which is sent to you if further details are required. Please note that you will be asked to provide transcripts before we consider your application.
In order to consider your application, a formal assessment of your learning is required. This usually involves the completion of written work. As this process usually requires some guidance, you generally complete the assessment once you have enrolled at the University.

For further information about credit for previous learning, contact the Admissions Office:
Telephone: 020 7133 4200
Email: admissions@londonmet.ac.uk

  Page last updated : : 24 Feb 2009