What does the A-Level Grade Calculator do?

Calculate UCAS tariff points from A-Level grades. See which universities your grades qualify for. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.

Is this based on current student finance rates?

Yes. This calculator uses Student Loans Company rates and thresholds for the 2025/26 academic and financial year. Thresholds and interest rates are updated annually.

Which student loan plan am I on?

Plan 1 applies if you started before September 2012 (England/Wales) or are from Northern Ireland. Plan 2 applies from September 2012 in England/Wales. Plan 4 is for Scotland. Plan 5 applies from September 2023.

A-Level Grade Calculator

Calculate UCAS tariff points from A-Level grades. See which universities your grades qualify for.

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Ofqual — Exam regulation

A-Level Grades

Total UCAS Points

128

ABB

Strong university options

UCAS Points:

A* = 56A = 48B = 40C = 32D = 24E = 16

Russell Group typically requires AAA-ABB (144-128 pts). Check individual course requirements.

Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or tax advice. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no personal data is collected or sent to our servers. Rates and thresholds are sourced from HMRC and GOV.UK and are updated for the current tax year. Always verify results with HMRC or consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

How It Works

A-level grades range from A* to E, with grade boundaries set by exam boards after marking. Most A-levels consist of two or three exam papers, each with different weightings. Some subjects also include non-exam assessment (coursework, practical endorsements or portfolios). The calculator combines component marks using the correct weighting for your exam board.

Uniform Mark Scale (UMS) was used by legacy specifications to standardise marks across different exam sessions. Current linear A-levels do not use UMS — grades are determined from raw marks against boundaries set each year. This calculator works with both raw marks (current specifications) and UMS (legacy qualifications).

Enter your subject, exam board and marks for each component. The calculator applies weightings and compares your total against published grade boundaries. Results are estimates, as boundaries change annually. Check your exam board's website (AQA, Edexcel, OCR or WJEC) for the most recent published boundaries.

Example: A-level Chemistry (AQA), Paper 1: 72/105, Paper 2: 68/105, Paper 3: 35/90

Total raw marks: 72 + 68 + 35 = 175/300
Percentage: 58.3%
AQA grade boundary reference: A ≈ 187, B ≈ 163, C ≈ 139
Estimated grade: B

Source: Ofqual — Exam regulation

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the A-Level Grade Calculator do?: Calculate UCAS tariff points from A-Level grades. See which universities your grades qualify for. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.
Is this based on current student finance rates?: Yes. This calculator uses Student Loans Company rates and thresholds for the 2025/26 academic and financial year. Thresholds and interest rates are updated annually.
Which student loan plan am I on?: Plan 1 applies if you started before September 2012 (England/Wales) or are from Northern Ireland. Plan 2 applies from September 2012 in England/Wales. Plan 4 is for Scotland. Plan 5 applies from September 2023.