All students need to possess a certain level of English language proficiency before studying with us. This is to ensure you will be successful in your studies and during your time in the UK. You may also need to provide proof of English language proficiency if you are applying for a visa.
The below table details our minimum English language proficiency requirements for all course levels. You may not need to provide proof of English language proficiency if you; are from a country where English is your first language, you studied a course in English such as GCSE English or completed a degree in a UK or majority English speaking country university.
An important part of your Student visa application is proving you possess a good standard of English.
You will need to prove your knowledge of English by passing an English language test from a UKVI approved test provider.
There are some countries listed as being exempt from proving your level of English language for a student visa. These countries can be found on UK government website.
Programme of Study | ||||
A Levels, Level 3 Diplomas and Access to Higher Education | 5.5 | 42-49 | A pass in the B2 English test (ISE II) | 25-32 in the B2 Communicator SELT exam |
Foundation degree | 6.0 | 50-57 | A pass in the B2 English test (ISE II) | 33-37 in the B2 Communicator SELT exam |
Undergraduate degree | 6.0 | 50-57 | A pass in the B2 English test (ISE II) | 33-37 in the B2 Communicator SELT exam |
Top-up programme | 6.0 | 50-57 | A pass in the B2 English test (ISE II) | 33-37 in the B2 Communicator SELT exam |
Postgraduate (most programmes) | 6.5 | 58-63 | A pass in the C1 English test (ISE III) | 38-50 in the B2 Communicator SELT exam |
Postgraduate (specific programmes as stated in the entry criteria) | 7.0 | 63-77 | A pass in the C1 English test (ISE III) | 25-30 in the C1 Expert SELT exam |
If you do not require a Student visa but still need to provide proof of English language as part of your conditional offer, you can take any of the English language tests included in the tables above or below.
Programme of Study | |||
A Levels, Level 3 Diplomas and Access to Higher Education | 165-170 | 46-59 | 5 |
Foundation degree | 170-175 | 60-78 | 6 |
Undergraduate degree | 170-175 | 60-78 | 6 |
Top-up programme | 170-175 | 60-78 | 6 |
Postgraduate (most programmes) | 175-180 | 60-78 | 7 |
Postgraduate (specific programmes as stated in the entry criteria) | 185-190 | 94-101 | 8 |
Our dedicated International team will support you through every step of your university journey – from initial enquiry to enrolment and graduation. They’ll guide you through living and learning in the UK, making your application, visas, student finance, accommodation and much more.