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Straight answers about university entry with the IB. Every number links to the university or official body it comes from.

Entry requirements · 11 min read · Updated 19 October 2026
How many IB points do you need for European universities?
Official requirements for 15 universities, the IB-to-CAO points table, the German grade formula and what 33 points gets you.
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Entry requirements · 13 min read · Updated 20 October 2026
What university can you get into with 36 IB points?
Real 2027 offers for 59 UK courses, what 36 means in A-levels, CAO points and a German grade, and the Higher Level detail that decides.
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