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16-18 Course Entry Requirements

Level Qualification Entry Requirements
Level 3

Vocationally Recognised Qualifications and Technical Qualifications

A minimum of 4 GCSE subjects at grade 9-4 or merit/distinction on equivalent qualification such as Level 2 BTEC.

Of the 4 GCSEs one of these should be English and/or maths, or an equivalent Level 2 functional skills qualification.

Or subjects that serve as proof of equivalence of your qualifications in the UK (such as NARIC Certificate).

Some courses, including T Levels, may also require science, English and maths at GCSE grade 5 or above. Please refer to individual course details on our website.

Level 2

Vocationally Recognised Qualifications and Technical Qualifications

A minimum of 4 GCSE subjects at grade 9-3 or a pass or above on equivalent qualification such as Level 1 BTEC.

Of the 4 GCSEs one of these should be English and/or maths, or an equivalent Level 1 functional skills qualification.

Or subjects that serve as proof of equivalence of your qualifications in the UK (such as NARIC Certificate).

Some courses, including T Level Foundation Year courses, may have specific entry requirements. Please refer to individual course details on our website.

Level 1 

BTEC Diploma

NVQ / Vocationally Recognised Qualifications

No formal entry requirements. 

Some courses may have specific entry requirements. Please refer to individual course details on our website.

Additional Guidelines

Some courses may require evidence of previous work, a portfolio, an audition or specific qualifications. These are broad entry requirements but you can check the specific entry requirements of the course you are interested in by speaking to our Course Enquiries Team on 03333 222 444 or find these on the details of each course listing on our website tmc.ac.uk/course-finder.