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University of Nottingham admission at a glance
International applicants apply to the University of Nottingham through UCAS: all full-time undergraduate applications go through UCAS, the deadline for most courses is 13 January 2027, and the university gives its UCAS institution code as N84.
For 2027 entry the standard offers on the four course pages checked are AAA (with 34 points overall in the IB) for Computer Science, A*AA / A*A*B (with 36 points overall) for Economics, AAA for Law and AAA / A*AB / A*A*C for Business and Management. These are the university's published offers, not the level of admitted students.
Tuition for international students in 2027/28 runs from £26,200 per year (Business and Management) to £33,500 per year (Computer Science), against a home fee of £10,050.
How to apply to the University of Nottingham through UCAS
All full-time undergraduate applications go through UCAS, and applications from international students follow the same process.
In UCAS you add the institution code, course code, campus and start date; the university's UCAS institution code is N84. For 2027 the UCAS application fee is £34.50, whether you apply to one course or use all five choices.
Applicants are invited to an interview only if the chosen course requires one. The university does not take students into later years: it does not accept entry or transfer from another university into year two or above on any undergraduate degree.
Official pages: Applying for undergraduate study, How to apply.
University of Nottingham application deadlines for 2027 entry
Applications for most courses must be submitted by 13 January 2027; for Medicine and Veterinary Medicine the date was 15 October 2026, which has already passed.
The two dates come from the university's applying page. The 15 October date applies to Medicine and Veterinary Medicine only, so the four programmes covered on this page fall under the 13 January 2027 date.
| Courses | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Most courses | 13 January 2027 |
| Medicine and Veterinary Medicine (passed) | 15 October 2026 |
Entry requirements at the University of Nottingham: A levels and IB
The university usually expects three subjects at A level and, in the IB, the full IB Diploma or at least three Higher Level certificates.
Offers are set course by course. Applicants with a grade A in an EPQ, Core Maths or a similar qualification can receive a one-grade reduced offer on most undergraduate courses, excluding medicine, veterinary medicine and physiotherapy.
| Programme | A levels | IB |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science BSc (G400) | AAA (AAB including A in computer science) | 34 points overall |
| Economics BSc (L100) | A*AA / A*A*B (AAA / A*AB including mathematics) | 36 points overall |
| Law LLB (M100) | AAA | 34 points overall |
| Business and Management BSc (N200) | AAA / A*AB / A*A*C | 34 points overall |
Computer Science BSc at the University of Nottingham
Computer Science BSc (UCAS G400) asks for AAA (AAB including A in computer science) at A level or 34 points overall in the IB for 2027 entry.
The course page also lists GCSE maths at grade B (5) and GCSE English at grade C (4). With Higher Level Computer Science the IB offer is IBDP 32 points including HL 6 in computer science.
English: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any element. International tuition is £33,500 per year (2027/28).
Economics BSc at the University of Nottingham
Economics BSc (UCAS L100) asks for A*AA / A*A*B (AAA / A*AB including mathematics) at A level or 36 points overall in the IB for 2027 entry.
An IB alternative is listed: IBDP 34 points including HL mathematics. GCSEs: maths grade 7 (A) or above, unless taking it at A level; and English grade 4 (C) or above.
English: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any element. International tuition is £27,600 per year (2027/28).
Law LLB at the University of Nottingham
Law LLB (UCAS M100) asks for AAA at A level or 34 points overall in the IB for 2027 entry.
Applicants need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English. A level combinations with several non-traditional or practical subjects are a risk: they are not normally accepted.
English: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any element. International tuition is £27,600 per year (2027/28).
Business and Management BSc at the University of Nottingham
Business and Management BSc (UCAS N200) asks for AAA / A*AB / A*A*C at A level or 34 points overall in the IB for 2027 entry.
GCSEs: GCSE English grade 4 (C) GCSE maths grade 6 (B). The school does not normally interview candidates; offers are made on the information in the UCAS application.
English: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any element. International tuition is £26,200 per year (2027/28).
School qualifications from France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain
The university publishes a short guidance page per country. The grades are typical figures for acceptance, and courses often ask for more in relevant subjects.
| Qualification | Grade stated |
|---|---|
| French Baccalaureate | overall average grade of at least 14/20 |
| German Abitur | grades ranging from 2.1 to 1.0 |
| Italian Diploma di Esame di Stato | grades ranging from 80% to 100% |
| Polish new Matura | 75%, 75%, 75% in three advanced written exams plus 70% overall average |
| Spanish Titulo de Bachillerato | grades ranging from 7.5 to 9 out of 10 |
| European Baccalaureate (Germany page) | average grade between 85% and 70% |
| European Baccalaureate (Spain page) | grades ranging from 77% to 84%+ |
These are guidance ranges, not guarantees. The programme tables above show the A level and IB standard offers for each course.
US applicants: AP Exams, Honors and dual enrolment
The USA page says that, as a minimum, you will typically need 3 approved AP Exams ranging between 5, 5, 5 to 4, 4, 4, or an equivalent mix of Honors and dual-enrolment classes.
Many courses ask for more than this minimum, so compare it with the course pages above before choosing subjects.
English language requirements at the University of Nottingham
All four programmes checked ask for IELTS 6.5 overall: Computer Science, Economics and Business and Management allow no element below 6.0, while Law allows no element below 6.5.
Other accepted qualifications include TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English; PTE Online is excluded. Academic qualifications from an English-speaking country or institution may count as proof. Check the university's equivalencies table for the score needed on each test.
| Programme | IELTS |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 6.5, no element below 6.0 |
| Economics | 6.5, no element below 6.0 |
| Business and Management | 6.5, no element below 6.0 |
| Law | 6.5, no element below 6.5 |
Contextual offers for international applicants
International applicants whose results do not quite meet the requirements may receive a reduced conditional offer, usually one grade lower than the course page.
There is no extra step: you apply through UCAS as usual and the university considers you automatically if your UCAS application meets the criteria.
Tuition fees at the University of Nottingham for 2027/28
International students pay between £26,200 and £33,500 per year on the four programmes checked, per the 2027/28 undergraduate fee table; the home fee is £10,050.
| Programme | International fee per year |
|---|---|
| Computer Science BSc | £33,500 |
| Economics BSc | £27,600 |
| Law LLB | £27,600 |
| Business and Management BSc | £26,200 |
The university states the fee for your course in the offer letter, so treat the table as the published figure for 2027/28.
Nottingham: frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the University of Nottingham from abroad?
All full-time undergraduate applications go through UCAS, and international applicants follow the same process. The UCAS institution code is N84.
What is the Nottingham application deadline for 2027 entry?
For most courses it is 13 January 2027. Medicine and Veterinary Medicine had 15 October 2026, which has passed.
What IELTS score does Nottingham require?
IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any element for Computer Science, Economics and Business and Management; Law needs no less than 6.5 in any element.
What grades does Nottingham ask for in Computer Science?
AAA (AAB including A in computer science) at A level or 34 points overall in the IB for 2027 entry.
How much does Nottingham cost for international students?
From £26,200 per year (Business and Management) to £33,500 per year (Computer Science) in 2027/28.
Is there an interview?
Only if the chosen course requires one; Business and Management does not normally interview.
Where these numbers come from
Official pages of University of Nottingham, UCAS, gov.uk and the ranking publishers. Applicant reports, where shown, are self-reported and labelled.
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