University of Roehampton With 48 UCAS Points: Degrees With No Interview and Four Intakes a Year (2026/27)
Quick answer
The University of Roehampton in London accepts home students aged 17 or over with just 48 UCAS points. That's, for example, three A-levels at grade E, or grades C and E, or a Level 3 qualification such as a BTEC or an Access to HE Diploma. There's no interview and no work experience needed.
- Fees: £9,790 a year. Foundation Years cost £5,760–£9,790, depending on the course.
- Intakes: January, April, May/June and September.
- Subjects: more than 70 degrees, from business and computing to psychology, law, sciences and nursing.
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Who it's for
Roehampton is a good fit if you have some Level 3 qualifications but low grades, for example an incomplete Access course, low A-level grades or an old BTEC. If you have no qualifications at all, look at providers that accept mature students with no qualifications instead.
Subjects
- Business: Accounting; Business Management (also with Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance or Marketing); Economics; Finance and Accounting; HRM; International Business; Marketing.
- Computing: Computer Science; Computing and Digital Technologies; Cyber Security; Web Design and Development.
- Education: Early Childhood Studies; Primary Education Studies.
- Sciences: Biomedical Science; Biological Sciences; Neuroscience; Nutrition and Health; Zoology.
- Psychology: Psychology (also with Clinical Psychology, Coaching, Forensic/Criminal, Cognitive Neuroscience or Education Practice); Therapeutic Psychology and Counselling; Psychology and Sociology.
- Humanities and law: History; International Relations; Journalism; Politics; LLB Law (also with Criminal Justice or Politics).
- Media and design: Digital Design; Media and Communications.
- Sport: Sport and Exercise Sciences; Sports Management; Sports Therapy.
- Engineering and construction: Civil Engineering; Architectural Technology; Construction Management.
Nursing at Roehampton
Nursing (Adult, Adult and Mental Health, Children's, Mental Health) has no Foundation Year. You either:
- go straight into Year 1 with 112 UCAS points, or a relevant health Foundation Year; or
- start a related degree (for example Psychology, Biomedical Science or Nutrition) with 48 UCAS points first.
You'll also need Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths (or IELTS 7.0) and an online interview.
Fees and student finance
Degrees cost £9,790 a year, and Foundation Years £5,760–£9,790 depending on the course. Home students can usually borrow the full fee with a Tuition Fee Loan and get a Maintenance Loan. See mature student finance eligibility.
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Frequently asked questions
What are 48 UCAS points?
For example, three A-levels at grade E (16 points each), or grades C and E (32 + 16), or an equivalent Level 3 qualification such as a BTEC or part of an Access to HE Diploma.
Does Roehampton interview applicants?
Not for most courses with the 48-point entry route. Nursing does have an online interview.
When can I start at Roehampton?
There are four intakes: January, April, May/June and September.
Can I study nursing at Roehampton with low grades?
Nursing needs 112 UCAS points or a relevant Foundation Year. With 48 points you can start a related degree, such as Psychology or Biomedical Science, first.
How much does Roehampton cost?
£9,790 a year, with Foundation Years at £5,760–£9,790, covered by Student Finance for eligible home students.