Reference criteria: 2027 entry. Research reference 2026-10-22; academic review pending. Fresh future-cycle applications are provisional. Cambridge also identifies these criteria for deferred entry in 2028.
What you would study
Broad study in the first two years, followed by specialised engineering options.
Published academic requirements
| Pathway | Published baseline |
|---|---|
| A-levels | A*A*A. Mathematics and Physics; Further Mathematics to AS or A-level if your school offers it. IB Mathematics AA at HL. |
| IB Diploma | 41–42 including core, with 776 at HL. Subject levels and any specified subject grades also apply. |
| AP qualifications | At least five relevant AP Test scores of 5, with usual timing, school-qualification and SAT/ACT expectations. Course-specific equivalence and College conditions need confirmation. |
Subject requirements: Mathematics and Physics; Further Mathematics to AS or A-level if your school offers it. IB Mathematics AA at HL.
Application components
Assessment: ESAT. Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2 and Physics.
Written work: Written work is usually not requested; follow College instructions.
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Your next steps
- Check your qualification pathway and compulsory subjects.
- Confirm the application cycle and any College-specific conditions.
- Read the official assessment and submitted-work instructions.
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Official sources
Checked 2026-10-22. These links support the reference-cycle information; they are not proof that a future cycle is unchanged.
- Cambridge: Engineering ↗2027 entry / deferred 2028; entry requirements; college variations; structure
- Cambridge: accepted qualifications ↗A levels, IB, AP, SAT, ACT, GCSE and mixed qualifications