English Language BA Honours
UCAS Code: Q302 (3 Years)

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered. 

+ A Levels

ABB, not including General Studies.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AABBB at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

+ International Baccalaureate

A minimum of 34 points.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1B1B1B at Higher Level.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

+ Access Qualifications

A unit in English Language at level 3 is essential. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

+ BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3, M2, M2 in Principal Subjects.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

BBC not including General Studies.

Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candiates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent.

Find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

Undergraduate Admissions Policy

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