Entry requirements
Whichever study option you choose to apply for, you’ll need to meet certain entry requirements to be accepted onto the course or degree you’ve selected.
There are two basic entry requirements that you will need to meet: academic requirements and English language requirements.
Academic entry requirements
Academic entry requirements show that you have a suitable educational background and the necessary grades to start a given course or degree.
Typically, you’ll need to have:
English language entry requirements
To study at a college or university based in an English-speaking country, you’ll need to have a minimum level of English language proficiency. Make sure you check the specific language requirements of your chosen university by visiting their website. To prove your English language level, you’ll need to take a recognised English test.
Common accepted English tests:
IELTS
International English Language Testing System, including IELTS for UKVI
TOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language
Kaplan iBT
Kaplan’s equivalent to the TOEFL internet-based test for admission in the USA
KTE
Kaplan Test of English for entry to UK digital pathway courses
LanguageCert
Including LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
PTE
Pearson Test of English
Entry requirements by region
Explore the entry requirements for studying in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Each region has its own unique requirements, including academic qualifications, language tests, and visa rules. This section breaks down what you’ll need for each region.
USA
For students who want to study at a university in the USA
Canada
For students who want to study in Canada
UK
For students who want to study at a university in the UK
Australia & New Zealand
For students who want to study at a university in Australia and New Zealand
Download guides to accepted tests for US and UK universities
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