T Level UCAS points
A T Level is worth the same UCAS tariff points as three A Levels. Here's exactly how each overall grade converts.
| T Level grade | UCAS points | A Level equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Distinction* | 168 | A*A*A* |
| Distinction | 144 | AAA |
| Merit | 120 | BBB |
| Pass (C or above on the core) | 96 | CCC |
| Pass (D or E on the core) | 72 | DDD |
This is the national UCAS tariff it's the same at every university. Data verified July 2026.
But universities set their own requirements
The tariff above is fixed. What a university actually asks for is not. Some courses state a T Level grade (“Merit”), others state a points total (“120 UCAS points”), and the two don't always match. A course that accepts a Pass might still ask for a points total higher than the tariff for a Pass. The only way to know is to check the exact requirement on the specific course.
Check UCAS points by courseHow the overall grade works
Your overall T Level grade combines two parts: the core component, graded A* to E, and the occupational specialism, graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. These combine into a single overall grade Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction* and that overall grade is what the UCAS tariff points are based on.
FAQ
How many UCAS points is a T Level worth?
A T Level converts to UCAS tariff points by its overall grade: Distinction* = 168, Distinction = 144, Merit = 120, Pass (C or above on the core) = 96, and Pass (D or E on the core) = 72. This is the national UCAS tariff and is the same at every university.
Is a T Level worth the same UCAS points as A Levels?
Yes. A T Level is equivalent in size and UCAS tariff to three A Levels. Distinction* equals A*A*A* (168 points), Distinction equals AAA (144), Merit equals BBB (120), and a Pass equals CCC or DDD depending on your core grade.
Do universities ask for UCAS points or a T Level grade?
It varies by course. Some universities state a T Level grade (e.g. 'Merit'), others state a UCAS points total (e.g. '120 points'), and the two don't always line up a course accepting a Pass might still ask for a points total above the tariff for a Pass. Always check the exact requirement on the specific course.
How is a T Level overall grade calculated?
Your overall T Level grade combines the core component (graded A* to E) with the occupational specialism (graded Pass, Merit or Distinction). The two are combined into a single overall grade Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction* which is what the UCAS tariff points are based on.
Always confirm on the official course page before applying. Universities set their own points thresholds and update them every admissions cycle.