CertHE — 2025 entry Foundation Acting
On the Foundation Acting (CertHE) at Guildford School of Acting (GSA), you will gain insights into drama school training and support with your applications, personal statements and auditions, giving you an edge in the highly competitive drama school selection process. You will learn audition techniques and develop skills in acting, improvisation and voice work, complete with a public production to showcase your skills.
Why choose
this course?
- Our Foundation Acting (CertHE) programme aims to nurture and develop skills and techniques for those who aspire to train within either a conservatoire or higher education environment, in pursuit of a career within the creative industries.
- Many of our CertHE students go on to study further undergraduate programmes with the Guildford School of Acting (GSA), the University of Surrey, and other higher education institutions. It is a great stepping stone to reaching your professional goal.
Statistics
3rd in the UK
For drama, dance and cinematics in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
5th in the UK
For drama and dance in the Guardian University Guide 2024
11th in the UK
For drama, dance and cinematic in the Complete University Guide 2024
What you will study
This is both an innovative and intensive programme-led course and is taught by GSA’s highly skilled tutors and industry professionals. You will have the opportunity to:
- Develop a broad range of performance skills relevant to the actor
- Receive guidance and preparation for the selection and delivery of monologues required for auditions onto professional performance programmes
- Study audition technique
- Access support and guidance for the submission of applications to conservatoires and higher education institutions
- Enjoy practical workshops
- Engage with basic camera techniques and skills required for further screen acting training
- Perform in a performance project of work within one of GSA’s performance venues.
The Guildford School of Acting (GSA) delivers its provision across three teaching blocks, within the University of Surrey’s existing semester structure.
The structure of our programmes follow clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes.
The course content and modules listed for this course are subject to change while we undertake a curriculum design review. Please contact the programme leader if you have any queries about the course.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Modules are subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff.
Course options
Year 1 - CertHE
Semester 1 & 2
Compulsory
The module is delivered over two semesters/three teaching blocks focusses upon the rudiments of the actor's craft. The module focusses on the following core subject areas: Acting Technique Audition Technique Applications and Personal Statements Performance Project Acting for Camera
View full module detailsTeaching and learning
Each teaching block, students will undertake weekly practical studio-based classes. Throughout the year content will vary, but will include the following disciplines:
- Acting
- Audition technique
- Application and personal statements
- Group singing
- Movement
- Voice
- Performance project rehearsals
- Screen acting workshops.
The final week of teaching blocks one and two will be given over to group tutorials in each discipline, to enable student and tutor joint reflection and action planning.
- Group work
- Independent study
- Practical sessions
- Rehearsals and performances
- Seminars
- Workshops
General course information
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Timetable
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week. In later semesters, two weeks before the start of semester.
Scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday).
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF) for more information.
Location
Stag Hill is the University's main campus and where the majority of our courses are taught.
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Students go on to successfully audition for our BA (Hons) Acting programmes at GSA and other conservatoires, as well as progressing to professional training in other related subjects.
Upon completion of the programme, students have also begun professional careers as actors, theatre makers and models. Notable former students of our Foundation Acting course include Erin Doherty (The Crown) and Alexandra Mardell (Coronation Street).
GSA graduates have an unrivalled employment record in West End shows, in film, TV, and national tours. Our very distinguished alumni include performers such as:
- Brenda Blethyn OBE
- Cameron Burt
- Danielle Fiamanya
- Kobna Holdbrook-Smith MBE
- Rob Houchen
- Celia Imrie
- Grace Mouat
- Bill Nighy
- Jonjo O’Neill
- Maya Quansah Breed.
Our alumni performances
Our alumni have performed in the following theatre productions on the West End, in film and in television:
Theatre
- & Juliet
- Back to The Future
- Book of Mormon
- Come From Away
- Frozen
- Hamilton
- Mamma Mia
- Mary Poppins
- Only Fools and Horses
- Six
- Wicked
- and many more.
Film
- Calendar Girls, Buena Vista Productions
- Defiance, Paramount Pictures
- Nanny McPhee, Universal Pictures
- Pacific Rim, Warner Bros
- Red Tails, 20th Century Fox
- Saving Grace, 20th Century Fox
- The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Working Title
- The Prince & Me: Elephant Adventure, First Look
- What a Girl Wants, Warner Brothers.
Studios
- 28 Days Later, 20th Century Fox
- Love Actually, Universal Pictures
- The Prince & Me 4: Royal Adventures in Paradise, First Look Studios.
Television
- A Copper’s Tale, BBC
- Death Comes to Pemberley, BBC
- Death In Paradise, BBC
- Doctor Who – "Day of the Doctor", BBC
- Game of Thrones, HBO
- Holby City, BBC
- My Mad Fat Diary, E4
- The Café, Sky 1
- The Great Train Robbery
- Vera, ITV
- Waterloo Road, BBC.
We offer the best of both worlds at GSA, with our world-class performance training on an exciting university campus.
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Learn more about the qualifications we typically accept to study this course at Surrey.
Select your country
If you are studying for Australian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Australia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) equivalent | Overall Position (OP) score |
|---|---|---|
| AAA | 96 | 3 |
| AAB | 94 | 4 |
| ABB | 92 | 5 |
| BBB | 90 | 6 |
| BBC | 88 | 7 |
| BCC | 86 | 8 |
| CCC | 84 | 9 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific-subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Northern Territory | South Australia | Western Australia | Other states/territories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade A | A (17-19) | A | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
| Grade B | B (14-16) | B | Please contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Year 10 Certificate, English C.
- Mathematics: Year 10 Certificate, Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Austrian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Austria.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 1 in two subjects and 2 in all other subjects |
| AAA | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
| AAB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
| ABB | 1 in one subject and 2 in all other subjects |
| BBB | 2 overall |
| BBC | 2.2 overall |
| BCC | 2.4 overall |
| CCC | 2.6 overall |
| CCD | 2.8 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura (Reifeprüfung) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 1 |
| Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Matura (Reifeprüfung), English 2 (gut).
Mathematics:
| Grade C GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 4 (genugend) |
|---|---|
| Grade B GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 3 (befriedigend) |
| Grade A GCSE equivalent | Matura (Reifeprüfung), Mathematics 2 (gut) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Azerbaijan.
If you are studying for a Bangladeshi Higher Secondary Certificate qualification, you must obtain a GPA of 5 out of 5 or 80% to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Higher Secondary Certificate equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 80% |
| Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Higher Secondary Certificate/Intermediate Certificate, Mathematics 60-69.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Belgian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Belgium.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS)/ Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs / Diploma van de hogere Secudaire Technische School / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundar unterrichts equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% |
| AAA | 15.5/20 or 7.8/10 or 78% |
| AAB | 15/20 or 7.5/10 or 75% |
| ABB | 14.5/20 or 7.3/10 or 73% |
| BBB | 14/20, 7/10 or 70% |
| BBC | 14/20 or 6.5/10 or 68% |
| BCC | 13.5/20 or 6.5/10 or 65% |
| CCC | 13/20, 6.5/10 or 65% |
| CCD | 12/20, 6/10 or 60% |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 16/20 |
| Grade B | 14/20 |
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 8/10 |
| Grade B | 7/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
| Grade C GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 10/20 or 5/10 or 50% |
|---|---|
| Grade B GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 14/20 or 7/10 or 70% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 11/20 or 6/10 or 55% |
| Grade A GCSE equivalent | Getuigschrift van hoger secundair onderwijs: 16/20 or 8/10 or 80% Certificat d'enseignement secondaire supérieur / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts / Dipoloma van Secundair onderwijs: 12/20 or 6/10 or 60% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Botswana.
The Certificado de Conclusão de Ensino Médio/Certificado de Conclusão de Segundo Grau is considered for entry onto our Foundation Years at Surrey. On the course page on our website, please check to see if there is an option for a Foundation Year before making a UCAS application.
- Cambridge O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge A-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
If you are studying for Bulgarian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Bulgaria.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 5.8 |
| AAA | 5.7 |
| AAB | 5.6 |
| ABB | 5.5 |
| BBB | 5.3 |
| BBC | 5.1 |
| BCC | 4.9 |
| CCC | 4.7 |
| CCD | 4.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 5.7 |
| Grade B | 5.3 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| Grade C GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Pass/3 |
|---|---|
| Grade B GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
| Grade A GCSE equivalent | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie*, Good/4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Canadian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Canada. Please contact the admissions team if you are studying in Quebec, or an institution delivering the Quebec curriculum.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces and territories (excluding Quebec) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma equivalent | |||
| A*AA | 80% in six courses | Two As and three Bs | 80% in five courses |
| AAA | 80% in six courses | 80% / One A and four Bs | 80% in five courses |
| AAB | 75% in six courses | 75% / Five Bs | 75% in five courses |
| ABB | 70% in six courses | 70% / Four Bs and one C | 70% in five courses |
| BBB | 65% in six courses | 65% / Three Bs and two Cs | 65% in five courses |
| BBC | 60% in six courses | 60% / One B and four Cs | 60% in five courses |
| BCC | 55% in six courses | 55% / Five Cs | 55% in five courses |
| CCC | 50% in six courses | 50% / Four Cs and one D | 50% in five courses |
When a specific subject is required, that subject should be taken in grade 12 of the High School Diploma.
| Single Subject Grade | Ontario | British Columbia | Other provinces (excluding Quebec) |
|---|---|---|---|
A | 80% | A | 80% |
| B | 75% | B | 75% |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Applicants who have completed Grade 12 Canadian High School/Secondary School qualifications should achieve grade B or 75% in a grade 12 English module. Applicants who were not required to take grade 12 English, or did not reach the required grade, will be required to take a recognised English language test.
Mathematics: Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma, Mathematics Pass.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) for direct entry to Year 1 UG programmes. Please see the table below for our grade equivalencies:
| UK requirement (A-level) | Chinese National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) |
|---|---|
| AAA | 80% |
| AAB | 78% |
| ABB | 73% |
| BBB | 70% |
| BBC | 68% |
| BCC | 65% |
| CCC | 63% |
Where there is a subject-specific requirement, students should achieve the same % in that subject (e.g. if Maths is a requirement of a BBB subject, the student should achieve 74% in Maths). Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate and IELTS required.
For further information on these entry requirements, please explore our dedicated China site (中文网站).
If you are studying for Croatian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Croatia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 5 |
| AAA | 4.8 |
| AAB | 4.5 |
| ABB | 4.3 |
| BBB | 4 |
| BBC | 3.8 |
| BCC | 3.6 |
| CCC | 3.4 |
| CCD | 3.2 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Svjedodžba o Dravnoj Maturi equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 5 |
| Grade B | 4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 2.5 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Svjedodžba o Drzavnoj Maturi, Mathematics 3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Cypriot qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Cyprus.
Please note: If you are studying in Northern Cyprus and are looking for our Lise Diplomasi equivalents please visit our Turkey page.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent | Apolytirion equivalent (private school, out of 100) |
|---|---|---|
| A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level | |
| AAA | 19.5 | 93 |
| AAB | 19 | 91 |
| ABB | 18.5 | 88 |
| BBB | 18 | 86 |
| BBC | 17.5 | 83 |
| BCC | 17 | 81 |
| CCC | 16.5 | 78 |
| CCD | 16 | 76 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 19 |
| Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject (inc Accounting) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Czech qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Czech Republic.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 1 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least two scores of 1 |
| AAA | 1.3 overall with no less than 2 in any subject and at least one score of 1 |
| AAB | 1.5 overall with no less than 2 in any subject |
| ABB | 1.7 overall with no less than 2.5 in any subject |
| BBB | 2 overall |
| BBC | 2.5 overall |
| BCC | 2.7 overall |
| CCC | 3 overall |
| CCD | 3.5 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitní zkoušce/Maturita equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 1 |
| Grade B | 2 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: IELTS Academic required.
- Mathematics:
| Grade C | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 4 (*Dostatecny*). |
|---|---|
| Grade B | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
| Grade A | *Maturitní zkoušce*/*Maturita*, 3 (*Dobrý*). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Danish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Denmark.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 12 |
| AAA | 12 |
| AAB | 10 |
| ABB | 10 |
| BBB | 7 |
| BBC | 7 |
| BCC | 7 |
| CCC | 4 |
| CCD | 4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 10 |
| Grade B | 7 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
- English: Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 7. If you have taken the Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove then we will require IELTs.
- Mathematics:
| Grade C | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 02 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 7 |
|---|---|
| Grade B | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 10 |
| Grade A | Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) / Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) / Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) / Studentereksamen (STX) - 04 Folkeskolens 10 Klasseprove - 12 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Egypt.
If you are studying for Estonian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Estonia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent with the Riigieksamitunnistus |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 95% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
| AAA | 90% overall and scores of 5.0 in at least three individual subjects |
| AAB | 85% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
| ABB | 80% overall and scores of 4.5 in at least three individual subjects |
| BBB | 75% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
| BBC | 70% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
| BCC | 65% overall and scores of 4.0 in at least three individual subjects |
| CCC | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
| CCD | 60% overall and scores of 3.5 in at least three individual subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 90% (state exam) or 5.0 (school exam) |
| Grade B | 85% (state exam) or 4.5 (school exam) |
*If maths is required A-Level subject then the student must have studied "Extensive mathematics" (not Narrow Mathematics)*
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English
- IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| Grade C | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 3 |
|---|---|
| Grade B | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
| Grade A | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus - 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Finnish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Finland.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | L E E M |
| AAA | E E M M |
| AAB | E M M M |
| ABB | E M M M |
| BBB | M M M M |
| BBC | M M M C |
| BCC | M M M C |
| CCC | C C C C |
| CCD | C C C B |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | E |
| Grade B | M |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
Ylioppilastukintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg - M / 5
Mathematics:
| Grade C | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, A / 2 |
|---|---|
| Grade B | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, B / 3 |
| Grade A | *Ylioppilastutkinto*/*Studentexamen*, C / 4 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for French qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for France.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 14 |
| AAB | 13.5 |
| ABB | 13 |
| BBB | 12.5 |
| BBC | 12 |
| BCC | 11.5 |
| CCC | 11 |
| CCD | 10.5 |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 14 |
| AAB | 13 |
| ABB | 13 |
| BBB | 12 |
| BBC | 11.5 |
| BCC | 11 |
| CCC | 11 |
| CCD | 10.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Baccalauréat equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 14 |
| Grade B | 13 |
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) / French International Baccalauréat (BFI) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | Same as overall requirement |
| Grade B | Same as overall requirement |
Where Mathematics is a required A-level subject, we expect you to study Spécialité Maths (Advanced Maths) in Terminale; however, where Mathematics is required as a second Science subject, we will accept Maths Complémentaires (General Maths) in Terminale. For Engineering courses that ask for Physics as a required subject, we will accept Engineering Sciences.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English:
- Baccalauréat, English, 12.
- OIB, English, 10.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 10 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Baccalauréat, Mathematics 11 |
Alternatively, where Mathematics is not studied as part of the Baccalauréat, we will accept Mathematics studies until the end of Seconde, where evidence can be provided of 10/20 in school assessments.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for German qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Germany.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 1.6 |
| AAB | 1.8 |
| ABB | 2.0 |
| BBB | 2.2 |
| BBC | 2.4 |
| BCC | 2.6 |
| CCC | 2.8 |
| CCD | 3.0 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Abitur equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 13/15 |
| Grade B | 12/15 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Abitur - 10 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 2 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Abitur - 11 Realschulabschluss / Mittlere Reife / Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Erweiterter Realschulabschluss / Fachoberschulreife / Fachhochschulreife / Sekundarabschluss - 1 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Ghanaian Senior Secondary School Certificate.
If you are studying for Greek qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Greece.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 19.5 and one A at A-level |
| AAA | 19.5 |
| AAB | 19 |
| ABB | 18.5 |
| BBB | 18 |
| BBC | 17.5 |
| BCC | 17 |
| CCC | 16.5 |
| CCD | 16 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Apolytirion equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 19 |
| Grade B | 18 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 14 in a mathematics-based subject |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Apolytirion or Lykeion, 15 in a mathematics-based subject |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We welcome applicants with Pan-Hellenic qualifications, although these will not form part of any offer made.
If you are studying for a qualification in Hong Kong, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hong Kong.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 1st year entry | Associate Degree, Higher Certificate or Higher Diploma - 2nd year entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA | 554 to include two electives | 3.1 overall | 3.3 overall |
| AAB | 544 to include two electives | 3.0 overall | 3.2 overall |
| ABB | 444 to include two electives | 2.9 overall | 3.1 overall |
| BBB | 443 to include two electives | 2.8 overall | 3.0 overall |
| BBC | 433 to include two electives | 2.7 overall | 3.0 overall |
| BCC | 333 to include two electives | 2.6 overall | 3.0 overall |
| CCC | 332 to include two electives | 2.5 overall | 3.0 overall |
Associate degrees
If you have an associate degree, you can apply for first or second year entry.
For 1st year entrants:
- You must meet the subject requirements, either through the secondary or post-secondary studies
For 2nd year entrants:
- You must have covered the modules and content included in the first year of the Surrey degree course (as assessed by the appropriate admissions tutor). Your secondary qualifications (e.g. HKDSE) will also be taken into account during your application.
We do not include Liberal Studies in our offers.
If you do not meet the entry requirements, you can apply to study for an International Foundation Year at our International Study Centre, which will prepare you for a full undergraduate degree course.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 5 (elective) |
| Grade B | 4 (elective) |
When A-level Maths is a required subject, the extended part of HKDSE Maths is required.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), English 4.
Mathematics: Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), Mathematics 3.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Hungarian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Hungary.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 5 in three intermediate level subjects |
| AAB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 5, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
| ABB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
| BBB | 5, 5 in two advanced level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three intermediate level subjects |
| BBC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 5, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
| BCC | 5, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
| CCC | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 4 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
| CCD | 4, 4 in two Advanced Level subjects and 4, 4, 3 in three Intermediate Level subjects |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Érettségi/Matura equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 5 at Advanced level at 75% or above |
| Grade B | 5 Advanced level at 70% or above |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, pass (2). |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Érettségi/Matura, average (3). |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Indian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for India.
UK requirement (A-level) to Standard XII equivalent:
| A-levels | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
|---|---|---|---|
| A*AA | 90% | 80% | 92% |
| AAA | 85% | 75% | 90% |
| AAB | 80% | 70% | 85% |
| ABB | 75% | 65% | 80% |
| BBB | 70% | 60% | 75% |
| BBC | 65% | 55% | 70% |
| BCC | 60% | 50% | 65% |
| CCC | 55% | 45% | 60% |
Subject requirements
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | ICSE/CBSE/ISC boards | West Bengal board | Other boards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard XII equivalent | |||
| Grade A | 80% | 75% | 85% |
| Grade B | 70% | 65% | 75% |
| Grade C | 60% | 55% | 65% |
| Grade D | 50% | 45% | 55% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII, English 80% from the majority of Indian state boards (excluding Haryana, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana/U.P./Bihar/Gujrat/Punjab).
Mathematics:
40% in either of the following All India Standard X qualifications:
- All India Secondary School Examination (Exam board = Central Board of Secondary Education)
- Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (Exam board = Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi)
Alternatively, 50% in Standard X from a state board.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Indonesia.
If you are studying for an Iranian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Iran.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Peeshdaneshgahe (Pre-University Certificate) (up until 2019), National University Entrance Examination (Kunkur) |
|---|---|
| AAA - AAB | 16/20 overall |
| ABB - BBB | 14/20 overall |
| BBC | 13/20 overall |
| BCC | 12/20 overall |
| CCC | 11/20 overall |
Award of the High School Diploma (Theoretical Stream, post-2019) studied between 4-5 years, with an overall grade of 14*. The Technical and Vocational stream and Work and Knowledge stream will not be acceptable for direct entry.
*dependent on subject requirements
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Iraq.
If you are studying for an Irish qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Ireland.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 |
| AAB | H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 |
| ABB | H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3 |
| BBB | H2, H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 |
| BBC | H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 |
| BCC | H3, H3, H3, H4, H4, H4 |
| CCC | H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 |
| CCD | H4, H4, H4, H4, H5, H5 H4, H4, H4, H4, O1, O1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | H2 |
| Grade B | H3 |
We will look at the QQI Level 5 Certificate on a case by case basis depending on module relevance to chosen degree programme. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English and mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O4 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Irish Leaving Certificate - O3 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for an Italian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Italy.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Diploma conseguito con l’Esame di Stato equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 96 |
| AAA | 95 |
| AAB | 90 |
| ABB | 85 |
| BBB | 80 |
| BBC | 75 |
| BCC | 70 |
| CCC | 65 |
| CCD | 60 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Individual subject mark |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 9/10 |
| Grade B | 8/10 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (6) |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Diploma di Esame di Stato, Pass (7) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Certificate.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Jordan.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kazakhstan.
Accepted qualifications
- Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs. - Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC)
- East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)
- Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE)
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Kuwait.
If you are studying for a Latvian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Latvia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 9.5 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
AAB | 9.0 overall with at least 80% in three state exams |
| ABB | 8.5 with at least 80% in three state exams |
| BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in one state exam and 75% in 2 state exams |
| BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams |
| BCC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in two state exams and 70% in one state exam |
| CCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in one state exams and 70% in two state exams |
| CCD | 6.5 - with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 90% |
| Grade B | 90% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (4) |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (5) |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību - Pass (6) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the General Secondary Education Certificate.
If you are studying for a Lithuanian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Lithuania.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 9.5 – with at least 95% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| AAA | 9.0 – with at least 90% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| AAB | 9.0 – with at least 87% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| ABB | 8.5 – with at least 85% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| BBB | 8.0 – with at least 80% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| BBC | 7.5 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| BCC | 7.0 - with at least 75% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| CCC | 7.0 - with at least 70% in three state exams, including relevant subjects |
| CCD | 6.5 with at least 70% in three state exams |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Brandos Atestatas equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 90% |
| Grade B | 80% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 6 |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Brandos Atestatas, 7 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for qualifications from Luxembourg, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Luxembourg.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 51 |
| AAA | 48 |
| AAB | 46 |
| ABB | 44 |
| BBB | 42 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 48 |
| Grade B | 39 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: *Certificat de Fin d'études Moyennes*, Maths 40-47.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for a Malaysian qualification, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses.
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malaysia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | A, A-, A- |
| AAA | A-, A-, A- |
| AAB | A-, A-, B+ |
| ABB | A-, B+, B+ |
| BBB | B+, B+, B+ |
| BBC | B-, B-, C+ |
| BCC | B-, B-, C+ |
| CCC | B-, C+, C+ |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent | Diploma equivalent (considered on a case-by-case basis) |
|---|---|---|
| AAA | CGPA 3.4 | CGPA 3.20 |
| AAB | CGPA 3.3 | CGPA 3.10 |
| ABB | CGPA 3.2 | CGPA 3.00 |
| BBB | CGPA 3.1 | CGPA 2.90 |
| BBC | CGPA 3.0 | CGPA 2.90 |
| BCC | CGPA 2.9 | CGPA 2.80 |
| CCC | CGPA 2.8 | CGPA 2.70 |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate |
|---|---|
| AAB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
| ABB | B3 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
| BBB | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
| BBC | B4 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
| BCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
| CCC | B5 in five subjects (excluding Chinese and Malay) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A- |
| Grade B | B+ |
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matrikulasi equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 3.67 |
| Grade B | 3.33 |
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A2 |
| Grade B | B4 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) English with CEFR grade B2 in all components OR Pre-2021, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), 1119 Advanced English C.
Mathematics: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), Mathematics C.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Maltese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Malta.
| UK requirement (A-level) | MEC Advanced | MEC Intermediate |
|---|---|---|
| AAA | AA | AAA |
| AAB | AB | AAB |
| ABB | AB | ABB |
| BBB | BBB | BB |
| BBC | BC | BBC |
| BCC | BC | BCC |
| CCC | CC | CCC |
| CCD | CD | CCD |
Please note: you will need the Advanced and Intermediate, so for BBB in the UK A-levels we would ask for BB MEC Advanced and BBB MEC Intermediate.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Matriculation Certificate equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A |
| Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Secondary Education Certificate, English, 3
Mathematics:
| Grade C/4 | Secondary Education Certificate, 5. |
|---|---|
| Grade B/5 | Secondary Education Certificate, 4. |
| Grade A/7 | Secondary Education Certificate, 2 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We accept the following qualifications:
GCE O-levels
Accepted with the same requirements as UK GCSEs.Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate/GCE Advanced Level
Accepted with the same requirements as UK A-levels.
We do not accept the Diplomă de Bacalaureat from Moldova for year 1 entry. However, a foundation course or evidence of further study will be considered.
If you are studying for qualifications in the Netherlands, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the Netherlands.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
|---|---|
| AAA | 8 |
| AAB | 7.8 |
| ABB | 7.4 |
| BBB | 7.2 |
| BBC | 7 |
| BCC | 6.8 |
| CCC | 6.6 |
| CCD | 6.4 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK requirement (A-level) | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 8.0 |
| Grade B | 7.5 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 8
Mathematics:
| Grade C | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
|---|---|
| Grade B | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6 |
| Grade A | VWO/Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (HAVO) diploma 6.5 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for New Zealand qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for New Zealand.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Grade equivalence |
|---|---|
| AAA | NCEA Level 3 with Excellence endorsement |
| AAB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 30 level 3 credits at Excellence |
| ABB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 27 level 3 credits at Excellence |
| BBB | NCEA Level 3 with Merit endorsement including 24 Level 3 credits at Excellence |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Level 3 equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 15 credits. |
| Grade B | 20 Level 3 credits in the required subject, with Excellence (E) in 12 credits. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), English, Achieved.
Mathematics: National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA), Mathematics, Achieved.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) from Nigeria.
If you are studying for Norwegian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Norway.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 5.0 overall |
| AAA | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
| AAB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.5 overall |
| ABB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
| BBB | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 4.0 overall |
| BBC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.5 overall |
| BCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 3.0 overall |
| CCC | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.5 overall |
| CCD | VVO (with generell studiekompetanse) with 2.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 4.5 |
| Grade B | 4.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole, English 4.
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) /Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2 (Pass) |
|---|---|
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Vitnemal for Videregående Oppleaering (VVO) / Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole/ Vitnemal for Grunnskolen 2.5 (Pass) |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Oman.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in the Middle East.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
If you are a student from Brazil then take a look at the country-specific entry requirements.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South Asia.
We consider a range of high school qualifications for entry onto our undergraduate courses.
Take a look at country-specific information for certain countries in South East Asia.
We do not accept the Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate from Pakistan.
If you are studying for Polish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Poland.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 90 per cent. |
| AAA | 90 per cent in all written standard level subjects including three extended level subjects, each at 85 per cent. |
| AAB | 85 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 80 per cent. |
| ABB | 80 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 75 per cent. |
| BBB | 75 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 70 per cent. |
| BBC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 65 per cent. |
| BCC | 70 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
| CCC | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 60 per cent. |
| CCD | 60 per cent in all written standard level subjects, including three extended level subjects, each at 55 per cent. |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Świadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 80 per cent at extended level. |
| Grade B | 70 per cent at extended level. |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics:
| Grade C | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 30% |
| Grade B | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości /*Matura*, 30% |
| Grade A | *Świadectwo Dojrzałości*/*Matura*, 40% |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Portuguese qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Portugal.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 17< |
| AAB | 16.5 |
| ABB | 16 |
| BBB | 15.5 |
| BBC | 15 |
| BCC | 14.5 |
| CCC | 14 |
| CCD | 13.5 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários / Diploma Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Certificado Nivel Secundaro de Educacao / Diploma de Ensino Secundario / Certidao do Decimo Segundo Ano / Certificado de Habilitacoes do Ensino Secundario equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 17 |
| Grade B | 16 |
Where maths is a required subject at A-level, applicants will be required to achieve Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios maths at 17 for A-level Grade A, 16 for Grade B and 15 for Grade C.
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
| Grade C | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 10 |
| Grade B | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 11 |
| Grade A | *Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários* 12 |
If maths does not appear in the final Certifcado de fim de Estudos Secundarios (or other named qualifications above) or if the above grades were not met, we can accept maths in the Y9 high school transcript at the following grades:
| GCSE C | 3/5 |
| GCSE B | 4/5 |
| GCSE A | 5/5 |
We do not accept Qatar school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for Romanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Romania.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 9.3 overall |
| AAA | 9.0 overall |
| AAB | 8.5 overall |
| ABB | 8.0 overall |
| BBB | 8.0 overall |
| BBC | 7.5 overall |
| BCC | 6.0 overall |
| CCC | 6.5 overall |
| CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Diplomă de Bacalaureat equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 9.0 |
| Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
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| Grade B |
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Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Certificate of Secondary (Complete) General Education.
We do not accept the Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate).
If you are studying for Singaporean qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Singapore.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | AAB |
| AAB | ABB |
| ABB | BBB |
| BBB | BBC |
| BBC | BCC |
| BCC | CCC |
| CCC | CCD |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | GPA of 3.2 |
| AAA | GPA of 3.1 |
| AAB | GPA of 3.0 |
| ABB | GPA of 2.9 |
| BBB | GPA of 2.8 |
| BBC | GPA of 2.7 |
| BCC | GPA of 2.6 |
| CCC | GPA of 2.5 |
Suitably qualified applicants can be considered for Year 2 entry. Please refer enquiries to international@surrey.ac.uk.
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Singapore/Cambridge A-levels (H2) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A |
| Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.
English: Singapore/Cambridge O-level English at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the English requirement.
Mathematics: Singapore/Cambridge O-level mathematics at grade C. The Singapore Integrated Programme satisfies the mathematics requirement.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovakian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovakia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 1.0 |
| AAA | 1.5 |
| AAB | 1.5 |
| ABB | 2.0 |
| BBB | 2.0 |
| BBC | 2.2 |
| BCC | 2.4 |
| CCC | 2.6 |
| CCD | 2.8 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Maturitná skúška equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 1.5 |
| Grade B | 2.0 |
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 4 (Dostatocny) |
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Maturitná skúška 3 (Dobry) |
Alternatively, where mathematics is not studied as part of the Maturitná skúška, we will accept mathematics in the Y11 or Y12 high school transcript at the same grades outlined above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Slovenian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Slovenia.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Matura Spricevalo equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | 25 points overall |
| AAB | 24 points overall |
| ABB | 23 points overall |
| BBB | 22 points overall |
| BBC | 21 points overall |
| BCC | 20 points overall |
| CCC | 19 points overall |
| CCD | 18 points overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level.
Subjects that ask specifically for mathematics or require English A-Level (English Literature BA or English Literature with Creative Writing BA):
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 7 at higher level |
Grade B | 6 at higher level |
For all other required subjects and where mathematics is a second science:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Matura equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 5 at standard level |
| Grade B | 4 at standard level |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required
Mathematics:
| Grade C | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
| Grade B | Matura Spricevalo 2.0 |
| Grade A | Matura Spricevalo 3.0 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for South African qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for South Africa.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) |
|---|---|
| AAA | 77666 |
| AAB | 76666 |
| ABB | 76666 |
| BBB | 66666 |
| BBC | 66655 |
| BCC | 66555 |
| CCC | 55555 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 7 |
| Grade B | 6 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), English 5.
Mathematics: Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement), Mathematical Literacy 5 or Maths 4.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the High School Diploma.
If you are studying for Spanish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Spain.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 9.0 overall |
| AAA | 8.5 overall |
| AAB | 8.0 overall |
| ABB | 7.8 overall |
| BBB | 7.5 overall |
| BBC | 7.3 overall |
| BCC | 7.0 overall |
| CCC | 6.5 overall |
| CCD | 6.0 overall |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Título de Bachillerato equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 9.0 |
| Grade B | 8.0 |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: IELTS required
Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 5 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 6 / Titulo de Bachillerato 5 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Graduado en Educacion Secundaria (GES) 7/ Titulo de Bachillerato 6 |
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Sri Lankan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sri Lanka:
| UK requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | AAA |
| AAA | AAA |
| AAB | AAB |
| ABB | ABB |
| BBB | BBB |
| BBC | BBC |
| BCC | BCC |
| CCC | CCC |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced level) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A |
| Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and mathematics.
English: Cambridge O-level, English at grade C
Mathematics: Cambridge/Sri Lankan O-level, mathematics at grade C
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Swedish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Sweden.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola/Högskoleförberedande examen equivalent |
|---|---|
| AAA | A grades in the majority of subjects (18.5 points) |
| AAB | A and B grades in the majority of subjects (18 points) |
| ABB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17.5 points) |
| BBB | B grades in the majority of subjects (17 points) |
| BBC | B grades in the majority of subjects (16.5 points) |
| BCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (15.5 points) |
| CCC | B and C grades in the majority of subjects (14.5 points) |
| CCD | C grades in the majority of subjects (13.5 points) |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola examen equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A |
| Grade B | B |
| Grade C | C |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
GCSE English:
Courses requiring GCSE English Language C (4) or B (5) - English 6 grade C or English 5 grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE English Language Grade A / 7 – English 6 at Grade B in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
GCSE Mathematics
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade C (4) or B (5) – Maths at Grade E in one of the following qualifications:
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
Courses requiring GCSE Mathematics Grade A / 7 – Maths at Grade D in one of the following qualifications
Avgångsbetyg
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola
Slutbetyg fran Grundskola
If you are studying for Swiss qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Switzerland.
| UK requirement (A-level) | French speaking - Certificat de Maturite / Certificat de Maturie Catonal reconnu par la Confederatio German speaking - Katonales Maturitatszeugnis / Maturitat Italian speaking - Attestato di Maturita / Attestato di Maturita Cantonale Riconosciuto dalla Confederzione |
|---|---|
| AAA | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
| AAB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 5.0 overall |
| ABB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.8 overall |
| BBB | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.5 overall |
| BBC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.4 overall |
| BCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.3 overall |
| CCC | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.2 overall |
| CCD | Any of the above Matura qualifications with 4.1 overall |
Subject equivalent
- Grade A: Matura 5.0
- Grade B: Matura 4.5
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English and Mathematics:
| GCSE C Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.0 |
| GCSE B Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.1 |
| GCSE A Grade equivalent | Certificat de Maturité / Kantonales Maturitätszeugnis / Maturität - 4.2 |
For the minimum standard for GCSE Mathematics only we can also accept:
- GCSE C Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.0
- GCSE B Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.1
- GCSE A Grade equivalent Certificat de Culture Generale - 4.2
If you studied the Certificat de Culture Generale then we may need an IELTS or equivalent to meet our minimum standards for English Language.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Tanzanian qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Tanzania.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) |
|---|---|
| AAA | AAA |
| ABB | ABB |
| BBB | BBB |
| CCC | CCC |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
- English Language: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
- Mathematics: Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) at grade C.
We do not accept the Senior High School Leaving Certificate.
If you are studying for Turkish qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Turkiye.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 85% |
| AAA | 80% |
| AAB | 75% |
| ABB | 70% |
| BBB | 70% |
| BBC | Lise Diplomasi with 65% in the final year |
| BCC | Lise Diplomasi with 60% in the final year |
| CCC | Lise Diplomasi with 55% in the final year |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Devlet Lise Diplomasi/Lise Bitirme Diplomasi equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | 80% |
| Grade B | 70% |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: IELTS Academic required.
Mathematics: Lise Bitirme Diplomasi Mathematics, 3, or 55% in Grade 10 or above.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
If you are studying for Ugandan qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. The table below shows grade equivalencies for Uganda.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (UACE) |
|---|---|
| AAA | AAA |
| ABB | ABB |
| BBB | BBB |
| BBC | BBC |
| CCC | CCC |
| CCD | CCD |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Ugandan Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) equivalent |
|---|---|
| Grade A | A |
| Grade B | B |
Minimum standard in English and mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics.
English: Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Mathematics: East African Certificate of Education (EACE), Mathematics 6, or, Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), 6.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept Ukrainian school leaving qualifications.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications.
If you are studying for American qualifications, you will need a suitable equivalent grade to apply for our undergraduate courses. We are able to consider a combination of any three test scores at the appropriate level (e.g. 2 APs and 1 SAT Subject Test). Honours and College level class content can also be reviewed on case-by-case basis by our Admissions Team.
The table below shows grade equivalencies for the United States of America.
| UK requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 555 |
| AAA | 555 |
| AAB | 554 |
| ABB | 544 |
| BBB | 444 |
| BBC | 443 |
| BCC | 433 |
| CCC | 333 |
| UK requirement (A-level) | SAT equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| AAA | 1350 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| AAB | 1320 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 700 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| ABB | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| BBB | 1290 in the SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing, and Mathematics Tests (combined) and 650 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| BBC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 600 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| BCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 550 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
| CCC | 1290 in SAT Reasoning (combined) and 500 in three SAT Subject Tests* (each) |
*Please see the latest update from the College Board regarding SAT Subject Tests.
| UK requirement (A-level) | American College Testing (ACT) equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
| AAA | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
| AAB | 29 (from a single exam sitting) |
| ABB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
| BBB | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
| BBC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
| BCC | 28 (from a single exam sitting) |
| CCC | 27 (from a single exam sitting) |
| UK requirement (A-level) | Associate degree equivalent |
|---|---|
| A*AA | 3.3 |
| AAA | 3.3 |
| AAB | 3.3 |
| ABB | 3.2 |
| BBB | 3.2 |
| BBC | 3.2 |
| BCC | 3.2 |
| CCC | 3.1 |
Subject requirements
For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:
| UK subject requirement (A-level) | Advanced Placement (AP) equivalent | SAT Subject Test |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A | 5 | 700 |
| Grade B | 4 | 650 |
Minimum standard in English and Mathematics
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and Mathematics.
English: Grade 12 High School Diploma, English C.
Mathematics: Grade 12 High School Diploma, Mathematics C.
Alternatively, an overall SAT score of 1290/1600 (critical reading, writing and mathematics) with a minimum of 600 in each component.
Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.
We do not accept the Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
Please refer to the entry requirements for the country where your High School qualifications originate from, or the relevant UK qualifications on the course page. For information on entry requirements based on an International Foundation Year, please contact the admissions team with details about where you are taking your International Foundation Year, and the content you are studying.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Algeria.
We do not accept the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary level.
We do not accept school leaving qualifications from Morocco.
Overall: CCD.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C).
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: MMM.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade 4 (C) and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C).
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: 66%.
GCSE or equivalent: Maths 6 and either English Language (1/2) 6 or English Language (3)7.
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: 28.
GCSE or equivalent: English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6 and Maths (either course) HL4/SL4.
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: QAA-recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 18 level 3 credits at Distinction, 3 level 3 credits at Merit and 24 level 3 credits at Pass.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C).
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Pass including CCD from the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass the practical element.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics – Numeracy as part of the Welsh Baccalaureate.
Please check the A-level drop down for the required GCSE levels.
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
Overall: Higher grades BBCCC.
GCSE or equivalent: English Language - Scottish National 5 - C Maths - Scottish National 5 - C.
Candidates who can demonstrate exceptional talent, and can satisfy the panel of their ability to successfully complete the programme, may also be considered.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element.
View the other English language qualifications that we accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
Selection process
We make offers in terms of grades after a successful audition and interview.
If you can demonstrate exceptional talent and can satisfy the panel of your ability to successfully complete the course, you may be considered for a place irrespective of your academic background.
Please note: A non-refundable audition fee is usually charged. We are unable to provide audition feedback. Visit the GSA website for further information.
Recognition of prior learning
We recognise that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts.
If this applies to you, the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process may allow you to join a course without the formal entry requirements or enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims. Please see the code of practice for recognition of prior learning and prior credit: taught programmes (PDF) for further information.
Contextual offers
Did you know eligible students receive support through their application to Surrey, which could include a grade reduction on offer?
Fees
Explore UKCISA’s website for more information if you are unsure whether you are a UK or overseas student. View the list of fees for all undergraduate courses.
Payment schedule
- Students with Tuition Fee Loan: the Student Loans Company pay fees in line with their schedule.
- Students without a Tuition Fee Loan: pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be on invoices. Students on part-time programmes where fees are paid on a modular basis, cannot pay fees by instalment.
- Sponsored students: must provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of study.
Professional training placement fees
If you are studying on a programme which contains a Professional Training placement year there will be a reduced fee for the academic year in which you undertake your placement. This is normally confirmed 12 to 18 months in advance, or once Government policy is determined.
Additional costs
- Safety equipment and/or uniform: £200 approximately – uniform including specialist footwear and boneprop.
Optional costs
Theatre trips: you are encouraged to attend as much as possible. Estimated £30/production.
GSA productions: All students at GSA are encouraged to attend productions of their fellow students’ work to enrich their learning experience and give opportunities for critical analysis. These are public events for which students will be charged a reduced ticket price of £5.
Some productions will be free to attend and there are opportunities for first years to volunteer in front of house, enabling those students to watch that production free of charge. Within an academic year a student might expect to attend around 25 productions.
You may be offered a week’s training in Stage Combat leading to Actors Combat Theatrical Training (ACTT) Standard-level exam. Opportunities for advanced training may also be available to students. These are extra-curricular courses so additional charges apply.
Additional dance classes: classes are normally scheduled in the evenings and are open to all GSA students. These are extra-curricular, so additional charges apply.
You may also wish to join the GSA Student Society – estimated £5 per annum.
These additional costs are accurate as of September 2023 and apply to the 2024 year of entry. Costs for 2025 entry will be published in September 2024.
Apply for your chosen course online through UCAS, with the following course and institution codes.
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We provide these terms and conditions in two stages:
- First when we make an offer.
- Second when students accept their offer and register to study with us (registration terms and conditions will vary depending on your course and academic year).
View our generic registration terms and conditions (PDF) for the 2023/24 academic year, as a guide on what to expect.
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