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This course is for 2021/22 entry.

Key information

Gain a strong knowledge of the creative industries and its evolution as a force to globally empower economic and social development. Our MA lets you explore tensions, organisations and issues that emerge from cultural industries. You will learn how processes interact at a local, regional and world levels.

Start date

September 2021

Institution

City, University of London

Course code

PSGCIN

Location

Northampton Square

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    Globe

    A fully global perspective of creative industries and how they operate at different scales

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    Knowledge

    Research-informed teaching from world-leading academics in the international creative economy

Course overview

Benefits of this course

During this programme you will develop an understanding of how cultural goods are produced and consumed.

You will learn how global cultural trade flows are uneven and why there are consequences for local and national development.

Our programme gives you a unique chance to critically approach economic and social aspects of global culture and it transformation on a global and local scale.

Award

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.

  • Master of Arts (MA)

Who is this course for?

If you want to sharpen your knowledge, widen your perspective and increase your impact in the cultural and creative industries, this MA is ideal.

You might be aiming to work in government or international organisations concerned with creative industries, or in the creative economy regionally or transnationally.

It is also suitable if you are focused on a career in a specific creative industry such as film, music or art.

Structure

Master of Arts (MA)

Duration:

  • Full-time: 1 year

Modules:

Some modules may be subject to change depending on student numbers, tutor availability, or course updates. This may affect the overall number of modules.

Modules

With 50% core and 50% elective modules, you can choose which specialisms you study. This means you can design your own course and determine your direction right from the start – it gives you the freedom and foundations on which to shape your future career.

The core modules offer insight into the global creative industries, their development and mechanics; the elective modules are structured around three broad areas of concern and examine:

  1. Issues of structural inequality across the sector eg gender, work, place
  2. The challenges of technological and social change
  3. Regional, world, economic and political structures.

The MA culminates in a 13,000–15,000-word dissertation.

You are expected to take 2 core modules and choose 2 elective modules each term. Work on the Dissertation progresses through terms 2-3 with the support of your individual supervisor and should be completed by the end of August.

Core modules

  • Global Creative Industries (15 credits)

    This module offers an analytical framework and insight into the development of the creative and cultural industries at a global scale. It enables you to explore the development and trajectory, and tensions and challenges of this development.

  • Global Creative Industries – Area Studies (15 credits)

    This module offers a regional perspective on the development of the creative industries at a global scale. It builds upon a general understanding of the creative industries and offers you the ability to develop area specialisation.

  • Creative Cities (15 credits)

    The aim of this module is to critically examine the idea of the creative city: to place it in context of time and place, to interrogate the assumptions upon which it is based, and the policies that have been developed to promote it.

  • Introduction to Research (15 credits)

    This module will equip you with a range of methodologies with which to carry out research and reflect on your own and others' practice. It will enable you to critique the claims made for the work of culture, and to design robust and effective research strategies

Elective modules

  • Culture (15 credits)

    This module explores ideas of what culture is, and the intellectual foundations of the study of culture, and it’s institutionalisation in academe; plus a range of important strands of the development of contemporary thought in relation to culture, economy and society.

  • Digital Cultures (15 credits)

    This module will explore the sorts of roles new communication technologies—and in particular digital media, social media, and the Internet—play in the transformation of cultural, economic, political, and social structures and practices.

  • Ethics and Social Responsibility in the Cultural Industries (15 credits)

    This module explores how economic importance of cultural industries relates to the social role of the cultural sector. It deals with ethical implications and the social impact of the production of culture and resulting challenges for global cultural industries.

  • Globalisation and Identity (15 credits)

    This module explores globalisation as a contested concept and questions how racial and cultural difference continue to shape contemporary societies. Focusing on the creative and cultural industries, you will consider how culture, past and present, has been produced in relation to globalised markets.

  • Professional Placement (15 credits)

    The Professional Placement module gives you the opportunity to work in the cultural sector in order to practice skills acquired earlier in the programme.

  • Development and Communication Policy (15 credits)

    The module provides an introduction to the debates surrounding the communications policy process and an analysis of developments in communications policy. It examines important policy developments in audio-visual, telecommunications as well as new media.

  • International Organisations in Global Politics (15 credits)

    The module will provide you with an introduction to the politics of policy-making in the main international organisations. The traditional distinction between intergovernmental organisations and international non-governmental organisations will be made, but in addition attention will be given to the legal and theoretical significance of hybrids

  • Development and World Politics (15 credits)

    This module is designed to provide you with a comprehensive review of the connections between the processes and practices of development and the functioning of the international political system, with a particular focus on the constraints and possibilities facing developing countries

  • Global Political Economy: Contemporary Approaches (30 credits)

    This module provides a conceptual and theoretical introduction into the field of (global) political economy. It surveys the three main traditions of scholarship in political economy (mainstream, institutionalist and Marxist), and allows you to critically engage with different schools of thought on the evolution of capitalism.

  • Audiences and Marketing (15 credits)

    This module introduces you to the knowledge and skills needed to understand marketing in cultural organisations. It explores the factors that influence cultural consumption in its diverse forms and examines how cultural and creative organisations market themselves effectively.

  • Fundraising in and for the Cultural Sector (15 credits)

    This module will examine the impact of philanthropy and consider the full range of revenue sources available, and explore effective approaches to making the case for support in different funding contexts.

Dissertation

  • Dissertation (60 credits)

    This module provides you with the opportunity to undertake your own independent investigation into a topic or research question of your choice within your area of culture and the creative industries – it consolidates your learning, research and interests and complements your module work.

Programme specification

The programme specification contains more information on how the course is organised, the requirements for progression for each part and credits required for awards.

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Teaching and assessment

You will learn from experts in the creative industries who undertake research at a global level.

Teaching is delivered through lectures, seminars, group work, visits and tutorials. You are expected to undertake blended learning involving personal research and you have the chance to engage with guest speakers.

Your learning will be assessed through complementary methods including essay, report, creative portfolio, research proposal and a dissertation. This exposes you to different methods and enables you to capitalise on your full range of abilities. You will apply your academic work to the real world.

Our typical word limit for written assignments in modules with one summative assessment is 3,000 words.

Fees and funding

Fees for academic year 2021/22

Master of Arts (MA)

Full-time per year

UK: £9,880

Overseas/EU: £17,170

Fees in each subsequent year of study (where applicable) will be subject to an annual increase of two percent. We will confirm any change to the annual tuition fee to you in writing prior to you commencing each subsequent year of study (where applicable).

Funding

Explore up-to-date information about funding options, available financial support and typical living costs.

Future Finance Loans

Future Finance offers students loans of between £2,500 and £40,000 to help cover tuition fees and living expenses. All students and courses are considered. All loans are subject to credit checks and approval. For further details visit the Future Finance website.

Career

This Global Creative Industries MA prepares you for employment or further academic study in the global cultural world.

You might seek a career in transnational and regional institutions of governance such as international organisations, government administrations, development agencies or global trade bodies.

A range of diverse professions are open to you when you graduate. These can span from the music industry to intellectual property, or from development to investment.

You might consider positions including:

  • Policy analyst
  • Researcher
  • Corporate Social Responsibility manager
  • Programme evaluator
  • Community relations manager.

How to apply

Entry requirements

  • UK

    A first or upper second class Honours degree from a UK university or a recognised equivalent non-UK qualification in a relevant subject.

  • Zambia

    Zambian Master degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Zimbabwe

    Zimbabwean Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Vietnam

    Master degrees (Thạc sĩ) and Bachelor degrees (Bang Tot Nghiep Dai Hoc or Bang Cu Nhan) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Uzbekistan

    Bachelors/ Bakalavr Diplomi degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ukraine

    Ukrainian Bachelor degrees / Specialist Diploma considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

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  • Uganda

    Ugandan Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
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    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

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  • USA

    Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • UAE

    Emirati Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

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  • Turkey

    Bachelor / Lisans Diplomasi degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Tunisia

    Tunisian Bachelor / Diplome degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
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    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Thailand

    Thai Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Tanzania

    Tanzanian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Taiwan

    Taiwanese Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Switzerland

    Swiss Bachelor degrees / Diplom / Lizentiat considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Sweden

    Swedish Bachelor degrees / Kandidatexamen considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Sri Lanka

    Sri Lankan 4-year Bachelor Special degrees or Professional degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Spain

    Título de Licenciado / Título de Ingeniero / Título de Arquitecto considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • South Korea

    South Korean Bachelor degrees (Haksa) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • South Africa

    South African Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Slovenia

    Slovenian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Slovakia

    Bakalar considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Singapore

    Singaporean Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry on a case-by -case basis.

    Singaporean Bachelor (Honours) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Serbia

    Advanced Diploma of Higher Education and Diplomirani considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Saudi Arabia

    Saudi Arabian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Rwanda

    Rwandan Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Russia

    Russian Bachelor / Specialist Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Romania

    Diplomă de Licenta and Diplomă de Inginer considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Qatar

    Qatari Bachelor degrees / Licence considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Portugal

    Licenciado considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Poland

    Polish Bachelor (Licencjat) and Magister degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Philippines

    Bachelor degrees from prestigious institutions considered on a case-by-case basis.

    Master degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Pakistan

    Pakistani 4-year Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

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  • Oman

    Omani Bachelor degrees / Licence considered for direct entry.

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    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Norway

    Norwegian Bachelor degrees (Bachelorgrad) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Nigeria

    Nigerian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Netherlands

    Dutch Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Morocco

    Bachelor/ Licence/ Diplome degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Mexico

    Titulo de Licenciado considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Mauritius

    Mauritian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Malta

    Maltese Bachelor (Honours) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Malaysia

    Malaysian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Luxembourg

    Luxembourg Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Lithuania

    Magistras or Bakalauras considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Lebanon

    Lebanese Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Latvia

    Bakalaura Diploms considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kuwait

    Kuwaiti Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kenya

    Kenyan Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kazakhstan

    Kazakh Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Jordan

    Jordanian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Japan

    Japanese Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Italy

    Laurea degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ireland

    Irish Bachelor (Honours) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Indonesia

    S1 / Sarjana (A and B accredited) and Dip IV aka Sarjana Terapa considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • India

    Indian 3-year Bachelor (Honours) or Bachelor (Special) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Iceland

    Baccalaurreatus degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Hungary

    Hungarian Bachelor degrees / University diploma considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Hong Kong

    Hong Kong Bachelor (Honours) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Greece

    Greek Bachelor degrees (Ptychion) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ghana

    Ghanaian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Germany

    German Bachelor degrees and Magister Artium considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • France

    License and License de Professionnelle considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Estonia

    Estonian Bachelor degrees (Bakalaurusekraad), University Specialist Diploma and Professional Higher Education Diploma considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Egypt

    Egyptian Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Denmark

    Danish Bachelor degrees, Professional Bachelor degrees, Candidatus Philosophiae and Engineer considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Czech Republic (Czechia)

    Bachelor degrees (Bakalar) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Cyprus

    Bachelor degrees (Ptychio) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Croatia

    Croatian Bachelor degrees (Baccalaureus or Baccalaurea) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Colombia

    4-year Licenciado en [subject area], Título de [subject area], Profesional en [subject area] and Maestro en [subject area] considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • China

    Chinese Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Canada

    Canadian Bachelor degrees / Baccalauréat considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bulgaria

    Bulgarian Bachelor degree and Professional Bachelor degree considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Brunei

    Bruneian Bachelor (Honours) degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Brazil

    Brazilian 4 year Título de Bacharel, Título de [subject area] and Título de Licenciado considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Botswana

    Botswanan Master degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Belgium

    Belgium Bachelor degrees (Bachelier) considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bangladesh

    Bangladeshi 4-year Bachelor degrees (from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology or North South only) or Master degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bahrain

    Bahraini Bachelor degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Azerbaijan

    Bachelor/ Bakalavr Diplomu degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Austria

    Austrian Bachelor degree considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • EEA nationals joining the programme in 2021 and EEA nationals joining from January 2022
    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Argentina

    Argentine 4-year Titulo/Grado de Licenciado or Titulo de [subject area] considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Algeria

    Bachelor/ Licence/ Diplome degrees considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Albania

    Second Level Integrated Diploma (5 years) and First Level University Diploma considered for direct entry.

    For further details regarding subject and grade requirements, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months
    • Students on a pre-sessional English language course.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Other

    If you are unable to find your country equivalents in the above list, City will consider other international qualifications on a case by case basis.

    For further details, please contact us using the contact details at the bottom of this page.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, and you neither live nor work in an English-speaking environment you will be asked to provide further evidence of competence in the English language through any of the following:

  • evidence of prior university level study in a country with English as an official language or
  • IELTS (minimum 6.5 writing and overall well-balanced score of 6.5 across all areas), or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (minimum acceptable grade C).

Application process

When applications open you will need to submit:

  • A completed application form (either electronically or by post)
  • A certified copy of your undergraduate academic results and degree certificate
  • Proof of English proficiency (if you are not a native English speaker, or someone who has not been taught in English for their first degree subject)
  • Personal statement of up to 500 words on your academic and/or relevant professional experience to date and how it informs your intentions to undertake this course. In addition, you may wish to outline your vision for how the degree will feed into your research or professional career.

The admissions tutor may request academic references at a later date to help make a decision on your application.

September 2021 entry

Contact the postgraduate team

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7040 0248

Email: Ian.Gibbs@city.ac.uk

Our academics

Your studies are supported by a team of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, experts in their chosen field. On occasion we also work with external professionals to enhance your learning and appreciation of the wider subject.

Professor Andy Pratt

Professor of Cultural Economy

Department of Sociology

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