Hi
@Bulldog,
If you head over to the Army job role finder it has all available roles for officers and the entry requirements for them.
Generally speaking, unless you want to do one of the professionally qualified officer roles (Dentist, Doctor, Physio, Pharmacist, Lawyer etc..) then you won't need a specific degree. If you do not have a degree this doesn’t stop you applying. You can start training to become an officer when you leave school at 18. If you want to apply to join as an Officer you will need
If you've taken GCSEs:
35 ALIS points from 7 subjects, at least grade C/4 in English Language, Maths and either Science or a foreign language
If you've taken SNQs:
34 ALIS points from 7 subjects, at least grade C/2 in English Language, Maths and either Science or a foreign language
AND
72 UCAS Tariff points from a maximum of 3 subjects (4 for Scottish Highers and excluding General Studies) with a minimum of 2 at National Level 3 (excluding AS Levels) or National or International equivalent.
Applicants who have not followed a mainstream academic route, but believe that their academic qualifications merit consideration, should contact us on 0345 600 8080.
How to work out ALIS score
Add up the value of your top 7 results from the following:
- 8 points for: GCSE A*/9, BTEC (level 2) Distinction*
- 7.5 points for: GCSE Low A* - High A/8
- 7 points for: GCSE A/7, SNQ (level 5) A, BTEC (level 2) Distinction
- 6 points for: GCSE B/6, SNQ (level 5) B, BTEC (level 2) Merit
- 5 points for: GCSE C/4&5, SNQ (level 5) C, BTEC (level 2) Pass
- 4 points for: GCSE D/3, SNQ (level 5) D, SNQ (level 4)
If you want to commission from the ranks (Soldier to Officer) you will need recommendations from your Chain of Command and pass relevant interviews. You will need GCSE passes or equivalent in 5 subjects, including English Language and Mathematics at Grade C/4 (or above) or the nationally recognised equivalent. If you do not meet this criteria you will undergo an assessment at the Army School of Education, Worthy Down, before being recommended for the selection process.
Best of luck with your application.