Do you know anyone that got into Oxford Brookes even though they missed their grade?

I currently have a conditional offer from Oxford Brookes and the requirements for UCAS Tariff Points for Architecture is 136 (Distinction). I'm just afraid that I might get rejected when I get my final exam results and it would be 120 (Merit). Would I be considered?

I also don't know how to apply for contextual offers, is that an automatic thing from the university or do I have to manually apply for it?

Reply 1

DataVenia

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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by Anonymous

Although Oxford Brookes ask for 136 UCAS points (e.g. AAB at A level), in recent years they've confirmed the place of all offer-holders who achieved 120 UCAS points (e.g. BBB at A level). In fact, the most common grade profile for accepted candidates in recent years is BBC (112 UCAS points). See the "Historical entry grades data" section of this page for confirmation.

Two caveats:
• When UCAS pull this information together they discard the top 5% and bottom 5% of the data, so there may have been some offer-holders with 120 UCAS points who didn't have their place confirmed.
• Those statistics show what's happened in the recent past. There's no guarantee that the same will happen this year.

Regarding contextual offers, they're automatic and rely on information you've provided in your UCAS application. If you believe that you're eligible for a contextual offer but haven't received one, then contact the university concerned. They may have made a mistake.

Reply 2

OxfordBrookesRep

Official Rep

Original post

by Anonymous

I currently have a conditional offer from Oxford Brookes and the requirements for UCAS Tariff Points for Architecture is 136 (Distinction). I'm just afraid that I might get rejected when I get my final exam results and it would be 120 (Merit). Would I be considered?
I also don't know how to apply for contextual offers, is that an automatic thing from the university or do I have to manually apply for it?

Hi @Anonymous,

Congratulations on your offer to study the BA (Hons) in Architecture 🎉

We know that waiting for your Level 3 results can feel overwhelming, but we are here to support you every step of the way.

We may still be able to confirm your place even if you don’t quite meet the entry requirements. This will depend on how competitive the course is that year, and how well applicants have done overall.

If you don’t meet the conditions for your course, please don’t worry, you might be considered for an alternative offer, usually for a Foundation programme such as the Foundation in the Built Environment. If you're eligible, this offer will be made automatically.

Clearing is also there to support students who don’t yet have a confirmed place. It’s a great opportunity to explore your options if things don’t go exactly to plan on results day.

In terms of contextual offers, there's no separate form you need to fill out. If you meet any of our criteria, you’ll automatically be considered for one. You can view our contextual admissions criteria here. If you think any of the criteria apply to you and want to check your eligibility, feel free to contact our Admissions team at [email protected] - we’re always happy to help.

I hope that this helps. Should you have any other queries, please do let us know 😊

Best wishes,

Clare
Admissions
Oxford Brookes University

Reply 3

Muttley79

Original post

by Anonymous

I currently have a conditional offer from Oxford Brookes and the requirements for UCAS Tariff Points for Architecture is 136 (Distinction). I'm just afraid that I might get rejected when I get my final exam results and it would be 120 (Merit). Would I be considered?
I also don't know how to apply for contextual offers, is that an automatic thing from the university or do I have to manually apply for it?

Yes I know people - my impression is the will accept you if there are enough places left when they've taken the people that did get the grades.

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