Applying for university with GCSE’s

Hello,

I’m looking to get back into my education and get a degree but I left school after my GCSE’s and went straight into the working world… meaning I have no Alevels or equivalent which is typically needed for university… right?

So I’m wondering now what my options are as a 21 year old wanting to get her degree with only entry level gcse results

The Open University. There are no entry requirements.

Reply 2

swanseajack1

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Original post by OLB26

Hello,

I’m looking to get back into my education and get a degree but I left school after my GCSE’s and went straight into the working world… meaning I have no Alevels or equivalent which is typically needed for university… right?

So I’m wondering now what my options are as a 21 year old wanting to get her degree with only entry level gcse results

You probably wont get in although as a mature student things are different. Your best option would be to take a 1 year access course at your local college and apply with that.

Reply 3

normaw

Clearing and Applications Advisor, Universities Forum Helper

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Original post by OLB26

Hello,

I’m looking to get back into my education and get a degree but I left school after my GCSE’s and went straight into the working world… meaning I have no Alevels or equivalent which is typically needed for university… right?

So I’m wondering now what my options are as a 21 year old wanting to get her degree with only entry level gcse results

As mentioned above, an Access to Higher Education Diploma is a one-year course that prepares you for study at university in place of A levels. There are fees involved but loans are available, and any outstanding loan may be written off if you complete a degree. More info on the following sites:

https://www.accesstohe.ac.uk/home

https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

Reply 4

ajj2000

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Any idea what you would like to study? That makes a lot of difference,

Reply 5

OLB26

OP

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Original post by ajj2000

Any idea what you would like to study? That makes a lot of difference,

Hi,
Social work or Adult nursing

Hey,

As others have said it may be worth looking into doing an access course you can usually find health-related access courses (This should stand you in good stead when applying to university)

A lot of Universities for nursing courses may also require students to have certain grades in GCSEs
At York St John we require students to have a minimum of 3 GCSE's this has to include English Language, Maths and Science. ( A lot of Universities may be like this)

Both nursing and social work are amazing professions! Good luck in whatever you do :smile: