Midwifery alternative qualifications
Alternative qualifications accepted for 2022 entry to Midwifery with Foundation Year
| BTEC Qualifications | Grades | Subjects | GCSEs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma / Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) | DMM | Any subject |
A minimum of 3 GCSE subjects at Grade 4 (C) including English Language and Maths or equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2 / Key Skills Level 2).
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| Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma / Pearson BTEC Diploma |
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (QCF) and National Extended Certificate (previously known as the Subsidiary Diploma) (QCF) are acceptable combined with additional A level or equivalent Level 3 qualification(s). 112 UCAS Tariff points from the equivalent of 3 A Level qualifications.
Use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth. |
As above | |
| Other qualifications | |||
| NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma / Technical Extended Diploma | NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma / Technical Extended Diploma Grade C | As above | |
| International Baccalaureate | International Baccalaureate Diploma with 30 points plus one science subject (higher or standard level) | GCSE Maths and English languagegrade 4 (C) | |
| Access to HE Diploma |
60 Credits. At least 45 Credits at Level 3. Pass with 112 UCAS Tariff points. Use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth. |
GCSE Maths and English Language at Grade C/ Grade 4 or above or equivalent, or 12 credits at Level 2 or 3 in English and 12 credits at Level 2 or 3 in Maths.
Maths and English qualifications can be pending if studied alongside a pending Access to Higher Education Diploma. |
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| Vocational qualifications: NVQ or equivalent qualifications are not accepted | |||
| Qualifications that are not listed will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact enquiries@keele.ac.uk for advice | |||
If your qualifications exceed these requirements, or if you have already completed a degree, please see the entry requirements for the 3 year degree course