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A wide range of entry qualifications are considered for higher education courses.
These include:

• Advanced Level GCE and Advanced VCE (including Subsidiary and Double awards)
• Pearson / Edexcel BTEC Certificates and Diplomas/Extended Diplomas
• City & Guilds qualifications in Land Based Services and Level 3 Technical qualifications
• Access to Higher Education Diploma (Land-based or Science)
• IBO International Baccalaureate Diploma
• Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers
• Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma and Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate
• Irish Leaving Certificate – Higher and Ordinary Level
• Advanced Modern Apprenticeships
• NVQs at Level 3 or above
• Overseas qualifications where these are deemed to be the equivalent of the UK qualifications listed above

Specific entry requirements for each programme can be found in the ‘Course Information’ sections on all course information pages.

You can use the UCAS Tariff calculator to find out what your qualification is worth.

Please email us: ucradmissions@reaseheath.ac.uk for equivalent international qualifications.

UCR recognises the importance of admitting applicants to a course suited to their ability and aspirations.

The selection process therefore takes account of all aspects of an application and not just an applicant’s academic profile. UCR endeavours to ensure that policies and procedures used to admit students are clear, fair, explicit and consistently applied. Click here to view the current Higher Education Student Admissions Policy.

For students to get the best out of their time at University Centre Reaseheath, we must both recognise that we owe obligations to each other. These obligations are set out in our Higher Education Student Contract. Before you accept an offer of a place at University Centre Reaseheath, it is important that you read these contract conditions.

UCR is committed, as outlined in our Access and Participation Plan, to building a diverse student body from a wide range of backgrounds and with a range of lived experiences. We believe this diversity leads to a rich learning environment, where students from all backgrounds can achieve their potential. It is well documented that a young person’s background and personal circumstances can have a detrimental impact on their attainment and success at school and college, often impacting on their ability to progress to higher education.

At UCR, we recognise this and promote contextual admissions which takes these challenges into account during our admissions process. Applicants that meet certain one or more of our criteria, as outlined in the policy, will be considered and reduced offers will be made.  Contextual Admissions Policy

UCR’s reduced offer for BSc, BA and Foundation Degree courses is equivalent to a one grade (at A-Level or Level 3 BTEC) reduction from the standard entry UCAS tariff points for each programme (e.g. 80 points instead of 96 points).

Applications from Mature Students (over 21)

Mature students and those with extensive relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Applications are considered individually and admission may be based on criteria other than the qualifications listed. Potential applicants who believe they fall into this category are advised to contact UCR to discuss their eligibility. If you have been away from study for a while or you’ve decided to change career – and you’re considering either full or part-time study, our specialist Access to Higher Education Diploma offers an excellent introduction to studying land-based subjects. You will gain the knowledge and confidence to consider progressing on to a higher education course.

Depending on whether your course is full or part-time, please see the above information on how to apply.

Applications from international students

Regardless of your nationality, if you are applying from outside the UK you are able to apply online via UCAS. It is advisable to submit your application as early as possible, as this will give you plenty of time to make visa, travel and accommodation arrangements. If you have missed the applications deadline, you may still be able to apply for a course using the ‘Clearing’ system.

All international students must show evidence that they meet the English Language requirement for their course of study. Applicants will be expected to comply and abide by the regulations set out by the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA). Applicants who have been made a formal offer will be required to deposit an agreed sum of money to be offset against their tuition fees in advance of UCR issuing a Certificate of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) required for visa applications.

Your application will be processed as quickly as possible.

For any enquiries, please contact our Admissions team at ucradmissions@reaseheath.ac.uk.