CAO course · Level 7 · Round 1 2026
DS702 Computing, Dorset College: CAO points 2026
Dorset College, Level 7. Round 1 2026 points: 279. Up 14 on 2025, when Round 1 was 265. Points last checked 5 October 2026.
- Round 1 points
- 279
- 2025 Round 1
- 265
- Level
- 7
- College
- Dorset College
DS702 points 2026 and 2025
Round 1 is the main cut-off. Round 2 shows only when the course made offers in that round. The last column is the latest published figure: for 2025 that is the end-of-season cut-off, for 2026 the most recent round so far.
| Year | Round 1 | Round 2 | Latest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 279 | - | 279 |
| 2025 | 265 | - | 265 |
2026 figures from the CAO points lists, checked 5 October 2026. 2025 figures from the CAO 2025 points chart.
How far are you from 279?
Put your grades into the calculator. It applies the best-six rule, the Higher Maths bonus and LCVP the way CAO does, then compare your total with 279.
279 points is above roughly 20% of 2026 candidates (about 79.9% scored 270 or more). See the full 2026 points distribution.
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The Dorset College courses closest in points to DS702. All Dorset College courses and points.
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Round 2
No Round 2 offers were made for DS702: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one.
The main figure on this page is the Round 1 cut-off: the points of the last applicant offered a place. It is not a fixed entry requirement. When Round 1 offers are turned down, places free up and points can fall in Round 2. See the CAO key dates and how CAO offers work.
Questions about DS702
What were the CAO points for DS702 in 2026?
Computing (DS702) at Dorset College had a Round 1 cut-off of 279 points in 2026.
What were the points for DS702 in 2025?
The 2025 Round 1 cut-off for DS702 was 265 points. Up 14 on 2025, when Round 1 was 265.
Is DS702 a Level 8 course?
No. DS702 appears on the CAO Level 7/6 list, so it is an ordinary bachelor degree or a higher certificate, not a Level 8 honours degree. Many Level 7 courses offer a route on to Level 8 afterwards.
Did points for DS702 drop in Round 2?
No Round 2 offers were made for DS702: the Round 1 cut-off was the last one. Round 2 offers went out on Monday 7 September 2026. Later rounds only matter for courses that still have places.
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