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This course is for 2021/22 entry.

Key information

Ask your own questions about how the world works and form reasoned arguments to address where you feel it fails. Your perception of international news may change forever after studying International Politics and Human Rights with us here in London.

Start date

September 2021

Institution

City, University of London

Course code

PSIPHR

Location

Northampton Square

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Course overview

Benefits of this course

During this programme you will learn to challenge yourself, your specific ideas and why you hold them.

We help you to unpick complex concepts that shape our understanding of the world and identify their impact on global events.

This is a constantly evolving subject in a rapidly changing world. As such you will explore unique specialisms supported by up to the minute research.

You will graduate with the ability to undertake in-depth research, confidently challenge explanations of social and political life, and evaluate international relationships between major bodies including governments and transnational networks.

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 widely explore international politics and human rights before specialising your knowledge in one area, this programme is ideal.

Our programme is designed to give you the freedom to approach big global questions in your own individual way.

Structure

Master of Arts (MA)

Duration:

  • Full-time: 12 months
  • Part-time: 24 months

Modules:

  • Core modules: 2

    • Full-time duration: 12 months

    Part-time duration: 24 months (with an additional 3 months to submit dissertation if required)

    Modules

    You will study:

    • two 30-credit core modules, one in each term, totalling 60 credits
    • elective modules totalling 60 credits, which include 15 and 30 credit options
    • 60 credit dissertation in the third term (with submission in September of that year).

    You must also attend the dissertation workshops that are offered by the department, a compulsory and important part of the MA programme.

    Core modules

    • Human Rights and the Transformation of World Politics (30 credits)

      This module provides you with an advanced overview of the theory, history and practice of human rights, with a focus on how the development of human rights has changed the nature of world politics in the 20th and 21st centuries.

    • Global Ethics: Principles, Power and Politics (30 credits)

      This module introduces you to the traditions of ethical thought in international politics by looking at pressing issues in today’s world, such as state and non-state violence, poverty and suffering and issues of political inequality in an hierarchical international system.

    Elective modules

    • Understanding Security in the 21st Century(15 credits)

      This module aims to provide you with an advanced and comprehensive overview of international security in the 21st century. Specifically, it seeks to understand the issues, actors and solutions that drive security agendas in various parts of the world.

    • 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

    • Theories of International Politics (30 credits)

      The module provides an inclusive view of theoretical approaches to the study of international relations/politics by allowing you to examine dominant and contemporary theories, such as realism, liberalism, Marxism as well as post-structuralism, feminism, green politics, post-colonialism, and constructivism.

    • Cultural Logics of Contemporary Capitalism (15 credits)

      The purpose of this module is to introduce the key concepts, approaches, and debates in Cultural Political Economy, and to provide an opportunity for in-depth study of the cultural logics at work in one or more aspect of contemporary capitalism

    • Global Capitalism: Past, Present, Future (30 credits)

      This course traces the evolution of global capitalism from its structure in the interwar era to its present-day globalising tendencies. It focuses on three interrelated themes: the internationalisation of production, the globalisation of finance and the changing nature of political authority, or the state.

    • Political Economy of Global Finance (15 credits)

      This module provides you with a critical review of the key institutions and processes in the global financial system, with a particular emphasis on the connections between these institutions and processes of the development in the international political system.

    • The Politics of Forced Migration (15 credits)

      This module provides an intellectually demanding and interdisciplinary route to understanding forced migration in contexts of conflict, repression, natural disasters, environmental change and development policy-making.

    • Global Governance (15 credits)

      This module critically examines the changing character of governance in global politics. It focuses on the key actors and mechanisms involved in attempts to govern, regulate and control processes and issues in contemporary global politics.

    • International Politics of the Middle East (15 credits)

      This module provides an advanced overview of the International Politics of the Modern Middle East and gives a critical understanding of the key dynamics shaping the International Politics of the region since 1918.

    • Strategy, diplomacy and decision-making (30 credits)

      This module compliments the material covered in the Foreign Policy Analysis and Economic Diplomacy modules, to explore practical approaches to the formulation of policy options, decision-making and negotiation in both the public and private sectors.

    • Economic Diplomacy (15 credits)

      This module will analyse the theoretical and practical dimensions of negotiations and decision-making processes in the world economy. The deadlock in the WTO multilateral trade negotiations and negotiations for an international climate change agreement are some of the issues you will discuss.

    • Foreign Policy Analysis (15 credits)

      The module covers a variety of issues in the study of foreign policy by engagement with the theoretical and practical dimensions of Foreign Policy Analysis. Themes include rationality and foreign policy; the role of domestic actors; the impact of bureaucracies; foreign policy leadership

    • Global Political Economy: Contemporary Approaches (30 credits)

      This module serves as a conceptual and theoretical introduction to 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 capitalism.

    • Russian Foreign Policy from Stalin to Putin (15 credits)

      In this module we will follow the history of Soviet/Russian foreign policy from the spectacular victory over the Nazis in WWII, through the Cold War years and the post-Soviet period, and into our days.

    • Visions of World Order: Ideas and Concepts in the History of International Thought (15 credits)

      This module explores theories of World Order in western internationalist thought during the twentieth century. It proceeds thematically through a historical examination of the different ways in which ‘international’ space has been theorised by intellectuals and policy makers.

    • History of East Asia (15 credits)

      This module examines the transformation and development of East Asia, focusing geographically on China, Japan, and Korea. The emphasis will be on the modern period, after encounters with expansionist European empires in the middle of the nineteenth century.

    • Revolutions in Modern History (15 credits)

      This module will provide a broad, comparative overview of revolutions in modern history. We will consider the Atlantic Revolutions which shook the West in last quarter of the eighteenth to the popular mass protests and revolutionary movements which have transformed the modern world.

    • Developments in Communication Policy (15 credits)

      This 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

    • Transnational Media and Communication (30 credits)

      This module is intended to provide knowledge of transnational media, cultures and practices, along with an understanding of the impact of globalisation on media and communication.

    • Criminal Minds (15 credits)

      This module is intended to do two things. First, develop an applied understanding of the criminal mind at work in the context of extreme human violence. Second, to outline the parameters of the emerging psycho-social field of ’de-humanisation’ studies

    • International Human Rights in Law and Practice (30 credits)

      Through this module you will be challenged to appreciate international human rights law’s philosophy, rules and structure, as well as human rights practice from the perspective of UN rights infrastructure, regional bodies, international NGOs, human rights practitioners and the constituencies of victims.

    • International Criminal Law: Crimes & Institutions ( 30 credits)

      This module looks at how we deal with the worst atrocities on the international scale. How does the international system decide which acts are punished? How has this system developed over time and why is it relevant today?

    • Law and War (30 credits)

      This module deals with the legal regime governing the use of force and the legal regulation of armed conflict. It explores the tension between the state-centric nature of international law and the role that non-state armed groups play in situations of armed conflict.

    • Minorities and Indigenous Peoples in International Law (30 credits)

      This module covers the developing legal principles that underpin the rights of minorities and indigenous peoples. It will help you to develop a comprehensive understanding of international human rights norms and standards concerning minorities and indigenous peoples in a legal, political and moral context.

    Dissertation

    • MA Dissertation (60 credits)

      This module will enable you to acquire the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills to design, conduct and present a 15,000-word dissertation. It will facilitate a theoretical understanding and a practical knowledge of the main methods used in social research as well as the ethical principles that guide it.

    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 our academic experts and from industry professionals offering insights as part of the Practitioner Series.

    The Practitioner Series is our programme of talks from visitors and alumni working within organisations such as The Refugee Council and Amnesty International.

    Our staff are research active and deeply passionate about their work. Their research often prompts media appearances and can lead to policy change.

    We assess each taught module by an essay. This is either a 5,000-word essay for a 30-credit module or a 3,000-word essay for a 15-credit module. Your final MA marks will be derived from a combination of your essay and dissertation grades.

    You will submit a dissertation of 15,000 words on a topic agreed with your personal tutor/supervisor.

    Fees and funding

    Fees for academic year 2021/22

    Master of Arts (MA)

    Full-time per year

    UK: £10,080

    Overseas/EU: £15,920

    Part-time per year

    UK: £5,040

    Overseas/EU: £7,960

    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

    Our International Politics and Human Rights MA will help you to develop a range of transferable skills that are highly valued by employers.

    You will be particularly highly skilled in research, analysis and presentation. These skills are attractive to organisations such as government bodies, non-government organisations, charities, consultancies and thinktanks.

    Graduates from this programme have been recruited by the following organisations:

    • UNESCO
    • Amnesty International
    • The Open Rights Group
    • The Grass Roots Group
    • The United Nations
    • US Embassy
    • International Crisis Group
    • Ministry of Economy and Finance
    • European External Action Service.

    How to apply

    Entry requirements

    • UK

      You should have a first or upper second-class honours (or equivalent) degree in politics, the social sciences, humanities or law. However, we also welcome applications from those with substantial experience in human rights organisations, NGOs, social services, journalism and other related sectors.

      INTO City, University of London

      Don’t meet the entry requirements? INTO City, University of London offers a range of academic and English language programmes to help prepare you for study at City, University of London. You’ll learn from experienced teachers in a dedicated international study centre.

      These programmes are designed for international students who do not meet the required academic and English language requirements for direct entry. To prepare for this degree course, learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Social Sciences and the Arts programme.

      Kaplan International College London

      City works in partnership with Kaplan International College (KIC) London to provide preparatory courses for international students. Pre Masters courses at KIC London offer comprehensive support to students wishing to complete their postgraduate study at City. Progression to this degree is guaranteed if you complete the KIC London Pre-Masters course at the required level.

    • 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.

      For more information see our main Visa page.

    • Uganda

      Ugandan 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.

    • 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.

      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.

    • Turkey

      Bachelor / Lisans Diplomasi 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.

    • 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
      • Students on courses of less than six months
      • 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.

      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.

    • 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.

      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.

    • Philippines

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

      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.

    • Pakistan

      Pakistani 4-year 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.

    • Oman

      Omani 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.

    • 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 English is not your first language you will need the following qualification:

    • IELTS: an overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 for each sub-test).

    INTO English language programmes

    Don’t meet the English language requirements? INTO City, University of London offers English language programmes to help prepare you for study at university. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to degree courses.

    Application process

    September 2021 entry

    Contact the postgraduate team

    Telephone: +44 (0)20 7040 0249 / +44 (0)20 7040 3721

    Email: SASS-enquiries@city.ac.uk

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