Grade Combinations in UCAS Points

Find your exact grade combination to see its UCAS Tariff total and the courses it puts in range.

• A-level + BTEC UCAS Points: How Mixing Qualifications WorksCombining an A-level with a BTEC? The UCAS Tariff adds them together — but there are rules. See how mixed totals are calculated, the no-double-counting rule, and which courses accept this profile.
• A-level + EPQ UCAS Points: How the Add-Up WorksAn EPQ adds 8 to 28 UCAS points on top of your A-levels — it never replaces a subject. See how EPQ points stack onto your A-level total and what a combined score unlocks.
• A*A*A UCAS Points: A Near-Ceiling CombinationA*A*A at A-level totals 160 UCAS points — just 8 points below the maximum three-A-level score. See the full breakdown, equivalent routes, and what this near-ceiling combination means for university admissions.
• A*A*A* UCAS Points: The A-level CeilingA*A*A* at A-level totals 168 UCAS points — the absolute ceiling of the three A-level scale. See what the top combination is worth, what it equals in other qualifications, and why the most selective universities rarely quote it in points.
• A*AA UCAS Points: A Top-Selective Grade CombinationA*AA at A-level totals 152 UCAS points — a top-selective grade set that takes you above the standard AAA benchmark. See the breakdown, equivalent routes, and what this combination means for your university choices.
• A*AB UCAS Points: Another Route to the 144-Point Selective BandA*AB at A-level totals 144 UCAS points — the same as AAA but via a different grade spread. See the breakdown, how the two routes compare, real course examples, and what this combination means for your choices.
• AAA UCAS Points: The Classic All-A Selective CombinationAAA at A-level is the classic selective-tier grade set, totalling 144 UCAS points. See the full breakdown, equivalent routes, and which courses put this combination at the heart of their offer.
• AAB UCAS Points: Strong, One Grade Off the TopAAB at A-level totals 136 UCAS points — one grade below AAA but still firmly in the selective range. See the full breakdown, equivalent routes, real course examples, and how to make the most of 136 points.
• AAC UCAS Points: What This Combination Is WorthAAC at A-level is worth a specific number of UCAS points — see the total, the equivalents, and which university courses it puts in range.
• ABB UCAS Points: The Competitive-Course ThresholdABB at A-level totals 128 UCAS points — the threshold at which courses start to be considered genuinely competitive. See the breakdown, equivalent routes, real course examples, and what ABB unlocks.
• ABC UCAS Points: The Balanced Mid CombinationABC at A-level totals 120 UCAS points — a balanced combination of spread grades that sits at a genuinely versatile point on the Tariff. See the breakdown, equivalent routes, real course examples, and your options.
• ACC UCAS Points: What This Combination Is WorthACC at A-level is worth a specific number of UCAS points — see the total, the equivalents, and which university courses it puts in range.
• BBB UCAS Points: The Textbook 120-Point CombinationBBB at A-level totals 120 UCAS points — the textbook combination behind one of the UK's most widely-used offer bands. See what BBB is worth, what it equals in other qualifications, and the courses it unlocks.
• BBC UCAS Points: The Grade Combination Behind the Most Common OfferBBC at A-level totals 112 UCAS points — the grade combination behind the UK's most common university offer. See what BBC is worth, what it equals in other qualifications, and the courses it unlocks.
• BBD UCAS Points: What This Combination Is WorthBBD at A-level is worth a specific number of UCAS points — see the total, the equivalents, and which university courses it puts in range.
• BCC UCAS Points: One Grade Under the Most Common OfferBCC at A-level totals 104 UCAS points — one grade below the UK's most common BBC offer level. See what BCC is worth, what it equals, and how close 104 points gets you to the courses you want.
• BCD UCAS Points: What This Combination Is WorthBCD at A-level is worth a specific number of UCAS points — see the total, the equivalents, and which university courses it puts in range.
• CCC UCAS Points: The Three-C Combination and What It Gets YouCCC at A-level totals 96 UCAS points — the three-C combination that is one of Clearing's most active offer levels. See what CCC is worth, what it equals in other qualifications, and where it gets you.
• CCD UCAS Points: The Sub-96 Combo and Your Honest OptionsCCD at A-level totals 88 UCAS points — a sub-96 result with real options if you know where to look. See what CCD is worth, what it equals, and the honest picture of what 88 points opens up.
• CDD UCAS Points: Building Up from 80 PointsCDD at A-level totals 80 UCAS points — a building-up combo with real options in foundation years, vocational routes and Clearing. See what CDD is worth, what it equals, and the clearest next steps.
• D*D*D BTEC UCAS Points: A Near-Top Result That Opens Competitive DoorsD*D*D in the BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 160 UCAS Tariff points — a near-top result that sits above A*AA and below the maximum. See what it means for your university choices.
• D*D*D* BTEC UCAS Points: The BTEC Ceiling That Matches A*A*A*D*D*D* in the BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 168 UCAS Tariff points — the maximum possible, and the same as A*A*A* at A-level. Understand what this means for your choices and what happens next.
• DDD BTEC UCAS Points: The AAA Equivalent That Opens Selective DoorsDDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma is the equivalent of AAA at A-level, landing at the selective 144-point threshold. See what your result is worth, what it equals, and the degree courses it unlocks.
• DDD UCAS Points: A-level Triple D (72 Points, Not BTEC)DDD at A-level is worth 72 UCAS points — not to be confused with BTEC DDD, which is worth 144. See what A-level DDD means, where it gets you, and the practical routes forward from 72 points.
• DDM BTEC UCAS Points: A Competitive Result at the 128-Point ThresholdDDM in the BTEC Extended Diploma sits at 128 UCAS points — the same as ABB at A-level and the threshold for many competitive degree programmes. Find out what it unlocks and what to do next.
• DMM BTEC UCAS Points: The BTEC Route to the UK's Most Common OfferDMM in the BTEC Extended Diploma reaches 112 UCAS points — the same as BBC at A-level and the UK's most common university offer level. See what it unlocks and how to make the most of it.
• How Many UCAS Points Is a BTEC Distinction?How many UCAS points a BTEC Distinction is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is a BTEC Merit?How many UCAS points a BTEC Merit is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is a BTEC Pass?How many UCAS points a BTEC Pass is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an A at A-level?How many UCAS points A at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an A* at A-level?How many UCAS points A* at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an B at A-level?How many UCAS points B at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an C at A-level?How many UCAS points C at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an D at A-level?How many UCAS points D at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• How Many UCAS Points Is an E at A-level?How many UCAS points E at A-level is worth on the 2026 Tariff, how it combines into full totals, and what it puts in range.
• MMM BTEC UCAS Points: The Mid-Range Merit TotalMMM in a BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 96 UCAS points — the same as CCC at A-level. See what that total is worth, which courses are in range, and how it sits on the Tariff.
• MMP BTEC UCAS Points: Two Merits and a PassMMP in a BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 80 UCAS points — two Merits and a Pass across a full qualification. See what that total unlocks, how it compares to A-level grades, and your clear next step.
• MPP BTEC UCAS Points: An Honest Look at 64 PointsMPP in a BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 64 UCAS points — one Merit and two Passes. See honest options at this level, how it compares to A-levels, and how to build from here.
• PPP BTEC UCAS Points: The BTEC Pass FloorPPP in a BTEC Extended Diploma is worth 48 UCAS points — the pass floor for the qualification. See what 48 points means for university entry, and realistic next steps from here.