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What are UCAS Tariff Points?

UCAS Tariff points translate qualifications and grades into a numerical value that universities can use to make admissions processes and requirements fairer. Many Level 3 (or above) qualifications have a UCAS Tariff value but the amount of points depends on the qualification and the grade you achieve. 

If a qualification is not on the UCAS Tariff as equivalent, is an overseas qualification, or is not listed, then it can still be considered if the duration and course content is at a similar level to A Level (Level 3) or above. You can find out more about how to apply with alternative qualifications in this article.

For international qualifications and admissions please contact your International Branch Office and speak to an adviser. 

International Branch Offices

For any queries (including admissions) please contact your branch office:

All African Countries: Africa Branch Office (AFBO) Email: afbo@bolton.ac.uk

Weblink: www.bolton.ac.uk/afbo and www.boltonafrica.com

India, Nepal, Bangladesh or Sri Lanka: South Asia Branch Office (AFBO) Email: sabo@bolton.ac.uk

Weblink: www.bolton.ac.uk/sabo and https://uniofboltonsabo.org/

Pakistan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Afghanistan, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Syria: mecabo@bolton.ac.uk

Weblink: www.bolton.ac.uk/mecabo and www.uobmecabo.com

For all other countries please email intadmissions@bolton.ac.uk

You can look up UCAS Tariff points by using the UCAS points calculator.

It’s a good idea to read the guidance notes in the Tariff calculator to understand how the Tariff works.

Or book one of our Open Days or Course Advice Days to find out more and speak with the team.

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