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A Levels for Art Degrees |
| Archaeology |
Most subjects acceptable. |
| English |
English required: English Literature is often preferred at older, more traditional universities. A foreign language can be useful; so can Theatre Studies. |
| Fine Art (and Art Specialisms) |
Art an advantage. A portfolio of work for inspection is usually expected. For many specialisms the completion of a Foundation or other preparatory course (eg BTEC) usually expected. |
| History |
Essential A levels: most degrees require history.
Useful A levels: economics, English literature, philosophy, politics, sociology, theology/religious studies
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| Foreign Languages |
An A level in the main language to be studied is normally required for most Modern European Languages. Two A level languages, in most cases, are an advantage. Languages such as Arabic and Chinese can be learnt from scratch. |
| Music |
Music required by most. An audition is normal. A high standard of performance (Grade VIII) usually required. A second instrument may also be preferred. |
| Performing Arts |
Practical aptitude required. Interview is by audition. |
| Politics |
Most subjects acceptable; History, Maths, Foreign Languages, English and Geography can all be useful. |
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Science Degrees |
| Agriculture (and Horticulture, Forestry) |
Chemistry almost essential and preferably two from Maths, Physics and Biology. |
| Bacteriology, Microbiology, Biochemistry |
Chemistry almost essential and preferably two from Maths, Physics and Biology. |
| Biology, Botany |
Chemistry and Biology almost essential. |
| Zoology, Ecology Building |
At least one of Maths and Physics – preferably both. |
| Chemical Engineering |
Preferably Chemistry, Maths, Physics – definitely at least two of these. |
| Chemistry (and Polymer Science) |
Chemistry almost essential and at least one from Maths, Physics and Biology. |
| Computer Science |
Maths required/preferred at many places. Many courses accept a mixture of Arts and Sciences. |
| Dentistry |
Chemistry essential and two from Physics, Biology and Maths. For entry from 2007 applicants for certain universities must sit the UK Clinical Aptitude Test. |
| Engineering (Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Production) |
Maths and Physics provides a useful basis. |
| Food Science, Nutrition, Dietetics |
Chemistry almost essential with at least one other Science A level. |
| Geology (& Environmental Science) |
A combination of Sciences and also Geography is useful. |
| Mathematics Statistics |
One or sometimes two Maths subjects essential. |
| Medicine |
Chemistry essential and two from Physics, Biology and Maths. For entry from 2007 applicants for certain universities must sit the UK Clinical Aptitude Test. |
| Metallurgy (& Materials Science) |
Physics and Chemistry are most preferred; Maths is sometimes needed or taken instead of one of the other Sciences. |
| Nursing |
Chemistry and Biology are often preferred or required. Applied Health and Social Care is also favoured. |
| Ophthalmic Optics |
Minimum of two sciences – Physics useful. |
| Pharmacy/Pharmacology |
Chemistry essential and two out of Physics, Maths and Biology. |
| Physics |
Physics and Maths essential. |
| Veterinary Science |
Chemistry, Biology and Physics almost essential. Maths acceptable at one or two universities instead of Physics/Biology. Applicants for a BVetMed course at selected universities must sit the Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT). |
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Mixed Degrees |
| Accountancy |
Maths required/preferred by a few places. |
| Architecture |
Maths required by some places: Physics preferred by some. Art, Geography, English and History could be useful. |
| Business Studies |
Maths sometimes required. Foreign Languages useful. |
| Economics |
Maths required or sometimes preferred by some places. |
| Geography |
Geography required at most places, although some only prefer it or will accept students without it. Biology, History, Languages, Maths, Physics and Chemistry can all be useful. |
| Law |
Useful subjects: History, English and other essay-based academic subjects. Mathematicians and Scientists are equally considered. |
| Librarianship/Information Science |
Sciences and Arts are equally acceptable, with a Science more useful for Information Science. Degrees are often joint/combined and an A level may therefore be needed in the other subject studies. |
| Management Studies |
Business Studies or Applied Business at A level desirable. |
| Philosophy |
Arts and Sciences equally acceptable. Maths and Foreign Languages useful. |
| Psychology |
Some places require Sciences, Biology, Maths, and Statistics useful. Other places are more flexible. |
| Education |
An A level in an appropriate national curriculum specialist subject of study is normally required. All intending teachers must have GCSE (A-C) in English Language and Maths. Prospective Junior School teachers must have at least a grade C in a science subject as well. Applied Health and Social Care A level often favoured for early years teaching. |
| Sociology (Applied Sociology, Social Admin, Social Work) |
A level Sociology – some do not require this. |
| Sports Studies/ Leisure Management |
Some courses like or require A levels in Biology and Chemistry or Applied Leisure Studies. |
| Surveying/Estate Management/Town and Country Planning |
Some areas of study require or prefer A level Maths, others accept any combination. Geography and Economics can be useful. |
| Tourism Management |
Applied Travel and Tourism A level a useful introduction. |
