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Main qualification (to 2001 entry)

From 2002 entry, the UCAS Tariff replaced Main qualification in UCAS data.

Up to 2001 entry, applicants were categorised according to their Main qualification, derived from a UCAS rank order of qualifications. For applicants holding more than one type of qualification, only the highest qualification was counted. Includes some GNVQ grade information where applicable. Qualification data are only available for UK applicants.

Main scheme

The UCAS Main scheme runs from 1 September to 15 January, the advisory closing date for UK and EU applications (excluding art and design Route B).