FAQs

You can apply to Queen Mary’s College through our online application portal here. Visit our Admissions page to find useful information about the application journey and to start your application.

We recommend applying as early as possible to give yourself plenty of time to explore your course options and prepare for your next steps. The deadline for applications is 6th December 2026. Priority will be given to on-time applications.

Entry requirements depend on the courses you choose. All Level 3 programmes require a minimum of five GCSEs at the specified grades, while some subjects have additional requirements.

You can find the exact GCSE grades needed in each Course Description.

Once you’ve submitted your application, you’ll receive information about the next steps in the admissions process. This may include opportunities to discuss your course choices, explore the college and prepare for enrolment.

Your interests and future plans may change, and that’s okay. If you’re thinking about choosing different subjects, speak to our Admissions Team about your options. Any changes will depend on entry requirements, course availability and timetable arrangements.

Yes, QMC offers opportunities to combine A Levels with Level 3 vocational qualifications, depending on your chosen programme. For example, you may be able to study two A Levels alongside an Extended Certificate, which is equivalent in size to one A Level.

If your GCSE results aren’t quite what you expected, there may still be options available. QMC offers a Transition to Level 3 Programme for students who have narrowly missed the entry requirements.

Our team can help you explore a suitable route/alternative education provider, based on your results and future goals.

We review applications during the Autumn and Spring terms. The Admissions Team will assess your application and send you a personalised response directly via email with your offer and next steps.

You’ll receive information about what to bring when your enrolment arrangements are confirmed. This will include your GCSE results, identification and any other documents needed to complete your enrolment.

Attending an Open Event is a great way to explore QMC, meet teachers, discover the facilities and ask questions about your course choices. You can also browse our Course Directory to find out what you could study.

If you have questions about applying, entry requirements or choosing your courses, our Admissions Team can help you understand your options and guide you through the process.

We hold face-to-face interviews in the summer, once you have received your GCSE results. In some cases, we may need to discuss your course choices, interests, or future plans before confirming your place.

Please keep a close eye on your emails for details of any scheduled meetings or appointments.

You can find QMC’s Admissions Policy here. The policy explains our admissions process, entry requirements and how applications are considered, helping you understand what to expect when applying to the College.

Exam access arrangements are adjustments that help you demonstrate your knowledge and skills during exams without being disadvantaged by a disability, learning difficulty or other eligible need. Support is based on your individual circumstances and follows national examination regulations.

You may be eligible for exam support if you have a learning difficulty, disability, long-term medical condition or mental health need that affects you during assessments. This could include dyslexia, ADHD, autism, physical disabilities or sensory impairments.

Any arrangements will depend on your individual needs and supporting evidence.

Depending on your needs, support may include extra time, supervised rest breaks, using a computer, a reader or scribe, or sitting exams in a smaller room.

The arrangements available to you will depend on an assessment of your needs and the relevant examination regulations.

Yes, you may be eligible for exam access arrangements if you have dyslexia, ADHD or another learning difficulty that affects your ability to complete exams.

Having a diagnosis does not automatically qualify you for a particular arrangement. QMC will consider supporting evidence and how you normally work in lessons and assessments.

If anxiety or another mental health condition significantly affects your ability to complete exams, you may be eligible for appropriate support.

Arrangements are considered individually and will depend on evidence of need and examination regulations. Speak to your teachers as early as possible if you think you may need support.

You may be able to use a computer if this is an appropriate adjustment for your needs and reflects your normal way of working.

QMC will review the supporting evidence and may carry out further assessments before confirming your arrangements.

Supervised rest breaks may be available if you have a need that affects your ability to work continuously during an exam.

Whether rest breaks are appropriate will depend on your individual circumstances and supporting evidence.

If you have questions about exam support, required paperwork or your individual circumstances, contact QMC’s Exam Access Arrangements team at eaa@qmc.ac.uk. The team can guide you through the next steps.