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UCAS Points Calculator
Work out your UCAS tariff points from A levels, BTECs, T Levels, the EPQ, Scottish Highers, the IB and an Access to HE Diploma. Values come from the official UCAS Tariff tables for 2027 entry. Not sure of your grades yet? Estimate them with the grade calculator.
Not every university uses Tariff points — many list the grades they require instead. Always check the entry requirements for the course you are applying to.
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How to calculate UCAS points
Every qualification on the UCAS Tariff is given a size band and a grade band. Multiply the two and you get the points for that qualification; add up every qualification you are taking and you have your total. You do not need to do that arithmetic yourself — the published tables already give the answer per grade, which is what the calculator above looks up.
- List each qualification you will finish with, not the ones you dropped.
- Find the points for the grade you have or expect — an A level A is 48.
- Add them together. Three A levels at AAB is 136 points.
- Add anything extra that carries Tariff points. An EPQ at grade A adds 24, taking that AAB to 160.
GCSEs carry no Tariff points at all. Neither does a resit that you did not complete, and neither does an AS level in the same subject as an A level you went on to finish — the A level replaces it rather than stacking on top.
UCAS points for common grade combinations
The totals universities quote most often, worked out from the same table the calculator uses.
| Grades | Qualification | UCAS points |
|---|---|---|
| A*A*A* | Three A levels | 168 |
| A*AA | Three A levels | 152 |
| AAA | Three A levels | 144 |
| AAB | Three A levels | 136 |
| ABB | Three A levels | 128 |
| BBB | Three A levels | 120 |
| BBC | Three A levels | 112 |
| BCC | Three A levels | 104 |
| CCC | Three A levels | 96 |
| D*D*D* | BTEC Extended Diploma | 168 |
| DDD | BTEC Extended Diploma | 144 |
| DDM | BTEC Extended Diploma | 128 |
| DMM | BTEC Extended Diploma | 112 |
| MMM | BTEC Extended Diploma | 96 |
T Level UCAS points
A completed T Level — core, occupational specialism and industry placement — carries the same Tariff weight as three A levels. A Distinction* is 168 points, which is above A*A*A*.
| Overall T Level grade | UCAS points |
|---|---|
| Distinction* | 168 |
| Distinction | 144 |
| Merit | 120 |
| Pass (C or above) | 96 |
| Pass (D or E) | 72 |
Points are only awarded for the full T Level. A core component passed without the occupational specialism is scored separately and is worth considerably less.
BTEC UCAS points
BTEC points depend on the size of the qualification, not just the grade. An Extended Diploma is roughly three A levels, a Diploma roughly two and an Extended Certificate roughly one — which is why DDD is worth 144 while a single Extended Certificate at D is worth 48.
BTEC Extended Diploma
- D*D*D*
- 168
- D*D*D
- 160
- D*DD
- 152
- DDD
- 144
- DDM
- 128
- DMM
- 112
- MMM
- 96
- MMP
- 80
- MPP
- 64
- PPP
- 48
BTEC Diploma
- D*D*
- 112
- D*D
- 104
- DD
- 96
- DM
- 80
- MM
- 64
- MP
- 48
- PP
- 32
BTEC Foundation Diploma
- D*
- 84
- D
- 72
- M
- 48
- P
- 24
BTEC Extended Certificate
- D*
- 56
- D
- 48
- M
- 32
- P
- 16
BTEC National Certificate
- D*
- 28
- D
- 24
- M
- 16
- P
- 8
Access to HE Diploma UCAS points
An Access to HE Diploma is not graded A–E. It is 45 graded credits split between distinction, merit and pass, and the Tariff depends on the whole split. Choose your split below — pass credits are whatever is left of the 45.
45 (the rest of the 45)
UCAS tariff points
48
The full UCAS Tariff table
Every qualification and grade this calculator covers, taken from the official UCAS Tariff tables for the 2027 entry cycle.
A level
| A* | 56 points |
| A | 48 points |
| B | 40 points |
| C | 32 points |
| D | 24 points |
| E | 16 points |
AS level
| A | 20 points |
| B | 16 points |
| C | 12 points |
| D | 10 points |
| E | 6 points |
Extended Project (EPQ)
| A* | 28 points |
| A | 24 points |
| B | 20 points |
| C | 16 points |
| D | 12 points |
| E | 8 points |
BTEC Extended Certificate
| D* | 56 points |
| D | 48 points |
| M | 32 points |
| P | 16 points |
BTEC National Certificate
| D* | 28 points |
| D | 24 points |
| M | 16 points |
| P | 8 points |
BTEC Foundation Diploma
| D* | 84 points |
| D | 72 points |
| M | 48 points |
| P | 24 points |
BTEC Diploma
| D*D* | 112 points |
| D*D | 104 points |
| DD | 96 points |
| DM | 80 points |
| MM | 64 points |
| MP | 48 points |
| PP | 32 points |
BTEC Extended Diploma
| D*D*D* | 168 points |
| D*D*D | 160 points |
| D*DD | 152 points |
| DDD | 144 points |
| DDM | 128 points |
| DMM | 112 points |
| MMM | 96 points |
| MMP | 80 points |
| MPP | 64 points |
| PPP | 48 points |
T Level
| Distinction* | 168 points |
| Distinction | 144 points |
| Merit | 120 points |
| Pass (C or above) | 96 points |
| Pass (D or E) | 72 points |
Scottish Higher
| A | 33 points |
| B | 27 points |
| C | 21 points |
| D | 15 points |
Scottish Advanced Higher
| A | 56 points |
| B | 48 points |
| C | 40 points |
| D | 32 points |
IB Higher Level
| H7 | 56 points |
| H6 | 48 points |
| H5 | 32 points |
| H4 | 24 points |
| H3 | 12 points |
| H2 | 0 points |
| H1 | 0 points |
IB Standard Level
| S7 | 28 points |
| S6 | 24 points |
| S5 | 16 points |
| S4 | 12 points |
| S3 | 6 points |
| S2 | 0 points |
| S1 | 0 points |
UCAS republishes the Tariff each year and values do move between cycles. Always check the entry requirements for the specific course — many universities ask for grades directly rather than points. Check when your papers fall with the A level exam dates, plan the term with the revision timetable generator, and if you need to lift a grade to reach an offer, our online tutors work with A level, BTEC and T Level students.
Frequently asked questions
What are UCAS tariff points?
UCAS tariff points convert your Level 3 qualifications — such as A-Levels, BTECs, T Levels and the EPQ — into a single numerical score. Universities and colleges use them to set entry requirements and to compare applicants who hold different qualifications.
How do I calculate my UCAS points?
Add together the tariff value of each qualification at the grade you achieved or are predicted. For example, three A-Levels at A, B and B are worth 48 + 40 + 40 = 128 UCAS points. The calculator on this page does the arithmetic for you as you add each qualification.
How many UCAS points do you need for university?
It varies by course. Many undergraduate courses ask for between 96 points (equivalent to CCC at A-Level) and 144 points (AAA), while more competitive courses often state exact grades instead of a points total. Always check the entry requirements for each course on UCAS.
Do all universities use UCAS points?
No. Many universities, especially Russell Group institutions, specify grades (for example ABB at A-Level) rather than a points total. Always check the individual entry requirements for each course you apply to.
Do GCSEs count towards UCAS points?
No. GCSEs are Level 2 qualifications and carry no UCAS tariff points. Only Level 3 qualifications — such as A-Levels, AS-Levels, BTECs, T Levels and the EPQ — attract tariff points, although some courses still ask for specific GCSE grades separately.
How many UCAS points is an A* at A-Level worth?
An A* at A-Level is worth 56 UCAS points. The full A-Level scale is A* = 56, A = 48, B = 40, C = 32, D = 24 and E = 16.
Does the EPQ count for UCAS points?
Yes. A standalone Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is worth up to 28 points: A* = 28, A = 24, B = 20, C = 16, D = 12 and E = 8. Some universities also make a reduced offer to students who achieve a strong EPQ grade.
Can I combine different qualifications?
Yes. You can combine tariff points from A-Levels, BTECs, T Levels, the EPQ and other approved qualifications to meet a points-based offer. Check that your specific combination and subjects are accepted by each course, as some require particular subjects.
What's the maximum UCAS points I can get?
Three A* grades at A-Level give 168 UCAS points. Adding an EPQ at A* (28 points) takes you to 196. There is no fixed ceiling, because you can include further qualifications such as additional A-Levels alongside your main subjects.
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