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Applications methods

Applications should be made on the official application forms. There are two ways in which you can apply for a postgraduate programme.

1. Apply online – using our online application form. This is the preferred method of application.

Applicants are advised to select their preferred postgraduate programme of study prior to commencing their application. You can browse through a full list of our postgraduate programmes on this website. The online application forms can be found on the individual degree pages within the A-Z of postgraduate programmes.

Once you have made a decision on which programme you wish to apply for please use the relevant link at the bottom of the page, which will take you directly to the online application form for your preferred programme.

Full guidance notes are provided during the online application process. If at any stage you require any advice or assistance, or encounter any difficulty in using the online application service, please contact:

The Admissions and Recruitment Office
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5511
email: admissions@qmul.ac.uk

(Students submitting an application overseas may wish to contact one of our authorised local representatives for assistance with the online application. Representatives can help you through the application process step by step and can upload documents. They do not charge for their services).

2. Paper-based application

Please download the appropriate form:

Non-medical
If you are an applicant for any non-medical courses

Medical/dental applicants
If you are an applicant for medical or dental courses, please send your application to the School of Medicine and Dentistry Graduate School.

(Students submitting an application overseas may wish to contact one of our authorised local representatives for assistance with the paper-based application. They can help you through the application process step by step and can scan and send your completed application direct to Queen Mary. They do not charge for their services).

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Important information

In order to make a decision on your application you must provide the following supporting documentation:

  • Completed application form
  • Degree transcripts. Please provide a transcript of your degree(s). If you have not yet completed your degree please provide a transcript of your results achieved to date.
    • If your degree was from a UK university-please upload a transcript of your marks for each year.
    • If your degree was from an overseas institution, you should supply a transcript of your marks for each year of your studies and a copy of your degree certificate together with a certified translation if the document is not in English. Please note that original documentation will be required before you enrol. International applicants are also advised to include high school transcripts.
  • Two references. Please provide two references from your previous academic institution (on headed paper). If you have left university it is acceptable to provide one academic and one employer reference.

Please note that this list of documents may vary slightly from course to course, so please ensure that you refer to the guidance notes and the departmental website for the course that you are applying for if you are in any doubt about what you should submit.

If you are applying online you will be require to upload at least one reference before submitting your application so please make sure you have these before attempting to apply online. If you choose to make a paper-based application you should submit these documents with your application.

The above documents are mandatory but it is also advisable to send the following documents in support of your application:

  • Statement of purpose
    Your statement of purpose should explain why you want to study your proposed course and how it will help your life and career. This should typically be one side of A4 paper.
  • IELTS/TOEFL certificate (if applicable)
    International applicants should provide evidence of English language ability -IELTS, TOEFL, or other acceptable proof - please see our International students section for more details.

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Guidance notes for online application

Please refer to our guidance notes for help with your online application.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I apply for more than one programme of study?

You may apply for a maximum of two taught programmes or one taught and one research programme at Queen Mary. If you are applying online this will require you to submit two applications.

Note. Although you may apply for two programmes, under College regulations you can only study for one qualification at a time. If you receive offers for both programmes, you will be required to accept one and decline the other.

Is there a deadline for receipt of applications?

There is no fixed closing date for applications but you should remember that decisions on applications will be made as quickly as possible and popular programmes may become full so we advise applying as soon as possible. If a programme does become full we will update our webpages accordingly. Students seeking financial support from Research Councils or other award giving bodies are advised to apply early.

Is there an application fee?

The College does not charge an application fee

Is my qualification recognised?

Our International Office have a list of countries/regions for which we have published admissions information online. Please see our section on International students.

Alternatively we use UKNARIC to check the equivalency of International and European qualifications: www.naric.org.uk [new window]

What happens after I submit my form?

Complete applications will be considered by Admissions Tutors

We aim to inform you of a decision on your application within four weeks of receipt if you have provided all the required documentation

Further questions about the application process?

Please contact:
The Admissions and Recruitment Office
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5511
email.  Admissions@qmul.ac.uk

English Language Requirements

Please see: www.qmul.ac.uk/international/languagerequirements

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Entry qualifications

Each application is considered on its own merits and receives full consideration from academic staff. For all postgraduate programmes, Queen Mary welcomes applications from candidates who wish to be considered, at least in part, on the basis of relevant experience gained either in the workplace or similar environment. It is very hard to generalise about entrance requirements across the many subjects and awards we offer but the following guidance may prove useful.

  • Research degrees
    The usual entrance requirement for entry to a research degree is a good second class honours degree or a master's degree from an UK university, a recognised equivalent from an accredited overseas institution or an equivalent professional qualification.
  • Taught Masters degrees
    The usual entrance requirement for entry to a taught Master's degree is a good second class honours degree from a UK university (except clinical medical or dental), a recognised equivalent from an accredited overseas institution or an equivalent professional qualification.
  • Taught Postgraduate Diploma course
    The usual entrance requirement for entry to a postgraduate diploma is either a first degree of approved standard, or evidence of professional or educational attainment, which is assessed by the academic selector as being of an acceptable entry standard.

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Equal opportunities

Queen Mary welcomes students from all over the world. The College Charter states that our work shall be carried out in a spirit of tolerance, freedom of opinion, mutual concern and community service, and undertakes to avoid discrimination against any person on the grounds of religion, race, sex or politics. The College has a policy statement on Equal Opportunities in Employment, which we are actively implementing.

Anti-harassment procedures have been agreed, aimed at eliminating incidents of racial or sexual harassment.

Applicants with disabilities

The College welcomes applications from students with special needs, and continues to invest money in improving facilities and accessibility.

A Guide for Students with Disabilities is available from the Disability Co-ordinator and further information about our provision for students is available at: www.dds.qmul.ac.uk [new window].

All applications are considered on academic merit but, in order that we can offer you appropriate advice about services and facilities, it is important that you provide information about your particular needs at the application stage. Please use the section on the application form to give details of any illness, disability or learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, as well as outlining the support you feel you will need to successfully complete your course of study. When an offer is made, the College's Disability Co-ordinator may contact you to discuss your needs in more detail.

If you would like to visit the College before submitting an application, please contact the Disability Co-ordinator in the Welfare and Counselling Service.

There are many organisations who are happy to advise students preparing for Higher Education but a good place to start is SKILL: The National Bureau for Students with Disabilities, 336 Brixton Road, London SW9 7AA, Tel: +44 (0)20 7274 0565.

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Terms and conditions

The offer and acceptance of a place at the College is made on the understanding that you undertake to observe the Charter, Statute, Ordinances and Regulations of the College and the rules and regulations which the College makes for students from time to time. These cover, among other things, payment of tuition fees, attendance at classes, submission of work, attendance at examinations, student discipline, complaint procedures, freedom of speech and equal opportunities policies. An up-to-date copy of the Student Guide, which describes the College's procedures, will be given to each taught course student at enrolment. Research Students will be given the Handbook for Research Students.

See: Academic Registry website

The College will make every endeavour to deliver courses as described in the prospectus. However, changes may be necessary at times. The College reserves the right to make changes to the content or methods of delivery of courses, to discontinue or to merge courses. If a course is discontinued, the College will make every effort to provide a suitable alternative course.

Research students must complete their research, write up and submit the thesis for examination within the timescale laid down in the regulations. Students who do not submit on time will be liable to pay a late submission fee.

The College does not accept responsibility or liability for any damage to students' property, the transfer of computer viruses to students' equipment or personal injury to students caused by the misuse or unauthorised use of College equipment, or due to students not taking due care whilst on College premises or engaged in College activities.

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Contact

The Admissions and Recruitment Office will be happy to answer any application queries you may have although if you would like more information on course content, please contact the relevant department.

The Graduate Admissions Office
Queen Mary, University of London
London E1 4NS
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5533
Fax: +44 (0)20 7882 5588
email: admissions@qmul.ac.uk

For further information relating to Medicine and Dentistry, please contact:

School of Medicine and Dentistry Graduate School
Graduate School Office
The Admissions and Recruitment Office
Room CB02
Queens' Building
Mile End
E1 4NS
Tel: +44 (0)20 7882 5377
Fax: +44 (0)20 7882 5588
email: pgsmd@qmul.ac.uk

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