How to calculate Edexcel points for a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma

• The qualification is made up of 180 credits.
• Each unit that a student studies is worth a number of credits, this is usually 5, 10 or 20.
• Each credit has a value depending on whether it is a Pass, Merit or Distinction.
• The table shows examples of what these values will be:

• To determine the Edexcel points add up all the points gained. The total will lie within one of the ranges listed below and will indicate the grade achieved.

How to calculate UCAS points:

• Each grade has associated UCAS points attached. Either these or the actual grade will be listed as being the entry requirements for a university course (see the table below).
• The equivalent A Level grades are shown to illustrate how UCAS view the two qualifications.

Points range: