information . You can use the table on the page 125 to compare qualifications you may already have , or plan to take .
Students presenting SQA Advanced Highers , or strong GCE A Level grades in relevant subjects may be eligible for entry to the second year of some of our courses . Please see individual course pages for further details .
To meet our entry requirements , a pass in a subject will be one of the following :
SQA Higher / SQA Nat 5 : C or above A Level : D or above AS Level : C or above GCSE : C or above / 4 or above
Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Grades : H3 or above
We only count the highest level of qualification in any subject . This means that we do not count AS levels or SQA Highers if you have the full A level or an Advanced Higher in the same subject .
Where Nat 5 Mathematics is listed as a subject requirement for entry to a course , Nat 5 Applications of Mathematics or Nat 5 Lifeskills Mathematics will be accepted at the required grade . This is for all courses except for Master of Nursing .
Where Higher English is listed as a subject entry requirement , we will accept Higher ESOL at the required grade , for all courses except for BA ( Hons ) Education Studies ( Primary ).
Q : Do you accept HNCs and HNDs ?
A : HNCs and HNDs which are qualifications taken in college , may allow you to enter the second or third year of a degree course . Where we cannot offer entry to second or third year of a degree , we will usually consider your application for first year .
Because it is not possible to list all the HNC and HND qualifications we accept , please see our website for further details at : www . qmu . ac . uk / college-qualifications
Q : I ’ m a mature student , can I apply ?
We welcome applications from mature students . If you have had a break of a few years in your formal education since school , you may be able to enter university with qualifications such as an Access course or Open University modules .
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A foundation or Access course offered by a further education college or other institution could provide you with the experience and qualifications for entry . The Scottish Wider Access Programme ( SWAP ) offers a range of local Access courses . Details of the SWAP Access courses that are accepted for entry to each course are given on our website at : www . qmu . ac . uk / collegequalifications
Before embarking on an Access or foundation programme , you are welcome to contact our Admissions staff for advice on the best way to proceed .
Deferred entry
Applicants holding an unconditional offer for some courses may request to defer entry to the University by one year . If you wish to defer you must contact the Admissions Office , stating the reasons for your request . Requests will be considered on an individual basis . If a deferral is possible you still need to meet the conditions of your offer in the year that you apply .