The University of Sheffield
Department of Psychology

Mature Applicants

We welcome applications from mature students and consider each application on an individual basis so our offers may vary depending on the individual applicant. We look for recent evidence of ability to study at university level, e.g. completion of an Access course or A levels within the last five years.

A level, O level and GCSEs

Many mature applicants take A levels and we would require two A Levels at grades AB or above, or equivalent. O Level or GCSE passes in Mathematics and English at grade C (or equivalent) are also required.

Open University credits and Access courses

Open University applicants should have obtained at least 120 Open University credits and for students attending Access courses, we are looking for people passing 45 or more points at level 3, with distinction passes at 35 points as well as a very strong academic reference.