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Theatre and Performance MA

Part of: Creative Arts Media and Drama

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The MA Theatre and Performance will support your advanced research and practice in experimental theatre, socially engaged and participatory performance, live art, and activism. It will develop you as an independent scholar-artist, skilled at understanding, challenging and making theatre and performance as technologies for intervening in the most pressing issues of our times. The kinds of issues we will explore include gender, sexual, racial and class identity; protest and activism; and change towards climate and social justice.

You will Work with world-leading academics and theatre practitioners Study topics such as performance and embodiment, performance ethics, live art, and art as activism Expand your knowledge and practice with our reimagined modules 'Culture, Ethics, Politics', 'Body, Action, Documentation' & 'Performance, Activism, Social Justice' Choose from a practical or written dissertation Undertake practice-based research in theatre and performance.

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September 2027
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Mile End
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September 2027
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What you'll study

Our MA Theatre and Performance encourages you to explore your own ideas in depth and build a body of original, thought-provoking work. A key benefit of the programme is its flexibility: across compulsory and optional modules, you can develop your interests in both theoretical and practical projects to advance your expertise and career. We balance rigorous theoretical and historical exploration with experimental performance practice. You will work with our internationally respected academic staff and attend workshops and mentoring sessions with in-house and visiting artists throughout your studies, building your professional network in the process. In recent years our MA has hosted a wide range of high-profile artists, including Stacy Makishi, Peggy Shaw and Manuel Vason among others. You will see the latest in contemporary theatre, from live art to productions at international institutions like the Royal Court. To develop your experience in the cultural industries, we offer a brief placement with one of our partner organisations or artists.
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Core and compulsory modules

Guided elective modules

  • The full programme details and description is available in ourProgramme and Module Directory
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    Assessment

    • 33% Modules
    • 67%
    You will normally be assessed by a combination of essay, of about 3,500 words, and a presentation for each seminar-based module you take, a combination of a performance project and portfolio documentation for practice-based modules and either the written dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words or the practice-based dissertation with a 5,000 word critical analysis and documentation of practice-based research.

    Teaching

    Students will learn through studio-based and discussion-led methods, through workshops, lectures, master classes, seminars, fieldwork, and professional placements. The taught component of the programme includes a mix of seminars and practical workshops.

    Where you'll learn

    Facilities

    BLOC - a new Film & Drama Practice research facility at QMUL A range of performance spaces, including the Pinter Studio, Rehearsal Rooms 1, 2, and 3 and film studio A dedicated postgraduate Film and Drama Studio in ArtsTwo Access to Queen Mary's libraries on all our campuses Our Graduate Centre: purpose-built study spaces and a roof-top terraced common room Access to the superb collections at Senate House Library, University of London, Live Art Development Agency and National Theatre

    Campus

    We are based in the heart of London's creative industries and encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities this gives you. As Queen Mary is on the Central Line of the Underground tube network, you are only a few minutes away from some of the world's greatest cultural institutions, such as the National Theatre and the Barbican as well as underground venues like The Yard Theatre in Hackney Wick. We have close links with London's leading cultural institutions which means you will have the opportunity to work with theatre and other arts professionals.
    We have just opened a 56-seat cinema that is fully accessible and includes furnishings that take into account people with neurodiverse needs.

    About the School

    School of the Arts

    The School of the Arts combines innovation, discovery and excellence in education and research in Drama, Film, Modern Languages, English & Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, Linguistics and Liberal Arts. We rank in the top 100 worldwide for Arts and Humanities (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024)

    With our commitment to social justice, inclusivity and social mobility, our collaborations with external organisations, prominent writers and performers, and our facilities that support both academic and practice-based learning, an education in the School of the Arts equips our students with critical thinking and practical skills, unleashes their imagination and enables them to reach the levels of excellence needed in today’s industries.

    We regularly host prominent writers and performers and collaborate with leading organisations such as the V&A, the Barbican, the Live Art Development Agency and Shakespeare’s Globe.

    We are renowned for the depth and impact of research - which leads our teaching. We rank 1st for drama and in the top 10 for film in the UK for the quality of our research (REF2021). Our multilingual community brings together brilliant minds from across the world to share a wealth of expertise combining research excellence with an unrivalled commitment to social justice and social mobility.

    Contact us

    School of the Arts

    Through rigorous academic engagement, the MA at Queen Mary has been an incredible opportunity to develop my creative practice. The course interweaves practical and scholarly thinking to help construct and refine your research interests and ultimately find your niche. The staff in the department are like no other, as they consistently provided me with invaluable support, inspiration and encouragement

    —Pianka Parna, MA Theatre and Performance 2023

    Career paths

    We train scholar-artists who can pursue a wide range of careers: we prepare you for research degrees in theatre and performance, help you to develop your own work as an artist or prepare you for a role in the cultural and creative industries, or in a range of other creative professions. Past students have gone on to roles such as digital marketing officer, freelance director's assistant and associate lecturer. Graduates of this course have gone on to work at companies such as: Live Art Development Agency London Metropolitan University The National Student Drama Festival Slaughter and May The Sugarman Group University of the Arts London (UAL)
    A photo of José Bencosme Zayas,MA Theatre and Performance 2018,

    I dream of creating educational institutions for performance artists in my country. I also dream of better working conditions for my colleagues and future generations. I hope that all the performances and projects I create or participate in, always speak to the audiences as testimonies of our times.

    See more from José Bencosme Zayas

    — José Bencosme Zayas,MA Theatre and Performance 2018,

    Fees and funding

    Full-Time study

    September 2027 | 1 year

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    Part-Time study

    September 2027 | 2 years

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    The course fee is charged per annum for 2 years. Note that fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis - see details on our tuition fees page.

    Queen Mary alumni can get a £1000, 10% or 20% discount on their fees depending on the programme of study. Find out more about the Alumni Loyalty Awards

    Funding

    There are a number of ways you can fund your postgraduate degree.

    Our Advice and Counselling service offers specialist support on financial issues, which you can access as soon as you apply for a place at Queen Mary. Before you apply, you can access our funding guides and advice on managing your money:

    Entry requirements

    UK

    Degree requirements

    A 2:2 or above at undergraduate level in Nursing, Physiotherapy or other related allied health professional degrees, or a Medical or Dental degree (non-UK medical degrees marked on a grading scale must be equivalent to UK 2:2 degree).

    Also, at least one year experience working in a hospital as a health professional is essential.

    Find out more about how to apply for our postgraduate taught courses.

    International

    Afghanistan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Master Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Albania
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Algeria
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licence; Diplome de [subject area]; Diplome d'Etudes Superieures; Diplome de Docteur end Pharmacie; or Diplome de Docteur en Medecine from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Angola
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Grau de Licenciado/a (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 17 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 15 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 13 out of 20

    Argentina
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo/ Grado de Licenciado/ Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.5 out of 10

    Armenia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 87 out of 100
    UK 2:1 degree: 75 out of 100
    UK 2:2 degree: 61 out of 100

    Australia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) or Bachelor Honours degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: High Distinction; or First Class with Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Distinction; or Upper Second Class with Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Credit; or Lower Second Class with Honours

    Austria
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 1.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 2.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5.0

    The above relates to grading scale where 1 is the highest and 5 is the lowest.

    Azerbaijan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%; or GPA 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%; or GPA 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%; or GPA 3.5 out of 5

    Bahamas
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from the University of West Indies.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours

    Bahrain
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or 90 out of 100
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0; or 80 out of 100
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.3 out of 4.0; or 74 out of 100

    Bangladesh
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.2 to 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 to 3.3 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.3 to 2.7 out of 4.0

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  For some institutions/degrees we will ask for different grades to above, so this is only a guide. 

    Barbados
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from the University of West Indies, Cave Hill or Barbados Community College.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours*; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0**
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours*; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0**
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours*; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0**

    *relates to: the University of West Indies, Cave Hill.

    **relates to: Barbados Community College.

    Belarus
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9 out of 10; or 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 7 out of 10; or 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 5 out of 10; or 3.5 out of 5

    Belgium
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80% or 16/20*; or 78%**
    UK 2:1 degree: 70% or 14/20*; or 72%**
    UK 2:2 degree: 60% or 12/20*; or 65%**

    *Flanders (Dutch-speaking)/ Wallonia (French-speaking)
    **German-speaking

    Belize
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from the University of West Indies.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours

    Benin
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Maitrise or Masters from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Bolivia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Bachiller Universitario or Licenciado / Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%* or 80%**
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%* or 70%**
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%* or 60%**

    *relates to: Titulo de Bachiller Universitario

    **relates to: Licenciado / Titulo de [subject area] 

    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7.5 out of 10

    Botswana
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 5 years) or Master Degree from the University of Botswana.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    Brazil
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Título de Bacharel / Título de [subject area] or Título de Licenciado/a (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8.25 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.5 out of 10

    The above grades assumes that the grading scale has a pass mark of 5.

    Brunei
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours

    Bulgaria
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 5.75 out of 6.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.75 out of 6.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 4.0 out of 6.0

    Burundi
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%; or 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%; or 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%; or 12 out of 20

    Cambodia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%; or GPA 3.5 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%; or GPA 2.35 out of 4.0

    Cameroon
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree; Licence; Diplome d'Etudes Superieures de Commerce; Diplome d'Ingenieur de Conception/ Travaux; Doctorat en Medecine/ Pharmacie; or Maitrise or Master 1 from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20; or GPA 3.6 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Canada
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Bachelor Honours Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.6 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.2 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Chile
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Grado de Licenciado en [subject area] or Titulo (Professional) de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 6.5 out of 7
    UK 2:1 degree: 5.5 out of 7
    UK 2:2 degree: 5 out of 7

    China
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 85 to 95%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70 to 80%
    UK 2:2 degree: 65 to 75%

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  

    Colombia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado en [subject area] or Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.60 out of 5.00
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.00 out of 5.00
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.50 out of 5.00

    Congo, Dem. Rep. of
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies or Diplome d'Etudes Speciales from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20; or 90%
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20; or 80%
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20; or 70%

    Congo, Rep. of
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diplome d'Etudes Superieures or Maitrise from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Costa Rica
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachiller or Licenciado from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7.5 out of 10

    Croatia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma of Higher Education Level VII/1 (Diploma - Visoko obrazovanje) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.5 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3 out of 5

    Cuba
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado/ Arquitecto/ Doctor/ Ingeniero from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5

    Cyprus
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8 out of 10; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.0 out of 10; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.0 out of 10; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Czech Republic
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 1.2 out of 4
    UK 2:1 degree: 1.5 out of 4
    UK 2:2 degree: 2.5 out of 4

    The above relates to grading scale where 1 is the highest and 4 is the lowest.

    Denmark
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 12 out of 12 (2007 onwards); or 11 out of 13 (before 2007)
    UK 2:1 degree: 7 out of 12 (2007 onwards); or 8 out of 13 (before 2007)
    UK 2:2 degree: 4 out of 12 (2007 onwards); or 7 out of 13 (before 2007)

    Dominican Republic
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado/ Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 95/100
    UK 2:1 degree: 85/100
    UK 2:2 degree: 78/100

    Ecuador
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado / Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%; or 9/10; or 19/20; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%; or 8/10; or 18/20; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%; or 7/10; or 14/20; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Egypt
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%; or GPA 3.7 out of 4
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%; or GPA 3.0 out of 4
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%; or GPA 2.5 out of 4

    El Salvador
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado/ Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 5 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.5 out of 10

    Eritrea
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Estonia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree; University Specialist's Diploma; or Professional Higher Education Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.5 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 3.5 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 2 out of 5

    The above grades assumes that 1 is the pass mark. 

    Eswatini
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    Ethiopia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Fiji
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from one of the following institutions: Fiji National University, the University of Fiji, or the University of South Pacific, Fiji.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.0 out of 5.0*; or overall grade A with High Distinction pass**; or GPA 4.0 out of 4.5***
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.33 out of 5.0*; or overall grade B with Credit pass**; or GPA 3.5 out of 4.5***
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.33 out of 5.0*; or overall grade S (Satisfactory)**; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.5***

    *relates to Fiji National University

    **relate to the University of Fiji

    ***relates to the University of South Pacific, Fiji

    Finland
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree/ Kandidaatti/ Kandidat (minimum 180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution; or Bachelor degree (Ammattikorkeakoulututkinto/ Yrkeshögskoleexamen) from a recognised University of Applied Sciences.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.5 out of 5; or 2.8 out of 3
    UK 2:1 degree: 3.5 out of 5; or 2 out of 3
    UK 2:2 degree: 2.5 out of 5; or 1.4 out of 3

    France
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licence; Grade de Licence; Diplome d'Ingenieur; or Maitrise from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 12 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 11 out of 20

    Gambia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%; or GPA 4.0 out of 4.3
    UK 2:1 degree: 67%; or GPA 3.3 out of 4.3
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%; or GPA 2.7 out of 4.3

    Georgia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 91 out of 100; or 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 81 out of 100; or 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 71 out of 100; or 3.5 out of 5

    Germany
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 1.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 2.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5.0

    The above relates to grading scale where 1 is the highest and 5 is the lowest.

    Ghana
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class
    UK 2:1 degree: Second Class (Upper Division)
    UK 2:2 degree: Second Class (Lower Division)

    Greece
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Degrees from recognised selected institutions in the University sector or Degrees (awarded after 2003) from recognised Technological Educational Institutes.

    UK 1st class degree: 8 out of 10*; or 9 out of 10**
    UK 2:1 degree: 7 out of 10*; or 7.5 out of 10**
    UK 2:2 degree: 6 out of 10*; or 6.8 out of 10**

    *Relates to degrees from the University Sector.
    **Relates to degrees from Technological Educational Institutes.

    Grenada
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from the University of West Indies.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours

    Guatemala
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado / Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%

    The above grades assumes that the pass mark is 61% or less.

    Guinea
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Master; Maitrise; Diplome d'Etudes Superieures; or Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Guyana
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Graduate Diploma (Postgraduate) or Masters degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Honduras
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado/a / Grado Academico de Licenciatura (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%; or 4.7 out of 5; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%; or 4.0 out of 5; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%; or 3.5 out of 5; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Hong Kong
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours

    Hungary
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor degree (Alapfokozat) or University Diploma (Egyetemi Oklevel) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.75 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5

    Iceland
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor degree (Baccalaureus or Bakkalarprof) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8.25 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.25 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.5 out of 10

    India
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 75% to 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 60% to 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 50% to 60%

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  For some institutions/degrees we will ask for different grades to above, so this is only a guide.  

    For India, offers may be made on the GPA scale.

    We do not consider the Bachelor of Vocation (B. Voc.) for Masters entry.

    Indonesia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Sarjna I (S1) Bachelor Degree or Diploma IV (D4) (minimum 4 years) from selected degree programmes and institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.6 to 3.8 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 to 3.2 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.67 to 2.8 out of 4.0

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from and the degree that you study.

    Iran
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 17.5 to 18.5 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 15 to 16 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 13.5 to 14 out of 20

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  

    Iraq
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85 out of 100
    UK 2:1 degree: 75 out of 100
    UK 2:2 degree: 60 out of 100

    Ireland
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Honours Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours
    UK 2:1 degree: Second Class Honours Grade I
    UK 2:2 degree: Second Class Honours Grade II

    Israel
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%

    Italy
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Laurea (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 110 out of 110
    UK 2:1 degree: 105 out of 110
    UK 2:2 degree: 94 out of 110

    Cote D’ivoire (Ivory Coast)
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diplome d'Ingenieur; Doctorat en Medicine; Maitrise; Master; Diplome d'Etudes Approfondies; or Diplome d'Etudes Superieures Specialisees from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Jamaica
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from the University of West Indies (UWI) or a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or First Class Honours from the UWI
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0; or Upper Second Class Honours from the UWI
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0; or Lower Second Class Honours from the UWI

    Japan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: S overall* or A overall**; or 90%; or GPA 3.70 out of 4.00
    UK 2:1 degree: A overall* or B overall**; or 80%; or GPA 3.00 out of 4.00
    UK 2:2 degree: B overall* or C overall**; or 70%; or GPA 2.3 out of 4.00

    *Overall mark is from the grading scale: S, A, B, C (S is highest mark)
    **Overall mark is from the grading scale: A, B, C, D (A is highest mark)

    Jordan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%; or GPA of 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%; or GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70%; or GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0

    Kazakhstan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 3.8 out of 4.0/4.33; or 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 3.33 out of 4.0/4.33; or 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 2.67 out of 4.0/4.33; or 3.5 out of 5

    Kenya
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours; or GPA 3.6 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: Second Class Honours Upper Division; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: Second Class Honours Lower Division; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Kosovo
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7.5 out of 10

    Kuwait
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.67 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.67 out of 4.0

    Kyrgyzstan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5; or GPA 3.7 out of 4
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.0 out of 5; or GPA 3.0 out of 4
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5; or GPA 2.4 out of 4

    Laos
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Latvia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (awarded after 2002) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6 out of 10

    Lebanon
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree; Licence; or Maitrise from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90% or Grade A; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or 16 out of 20 (French system)
    UK 2:1 degree: 80% or Grade B; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0; or 13 out of 20 (French system)
    UK 2:2 degree: 70% or Grade C; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0; or 12 out of 20 (French system)

    Lesotho
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours Degree (minimum 5 years total HE study); Masters Degree or Postgraduate Diploma from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    Liberia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90% or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70% or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Libya
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%; or 3.7 out of 4.0 GPA
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%; or 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%; or 2.6 out of 4.0 GPA

    Liechtenstein
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 5.6 out of 6.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 5.0 out of 6.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 4.4 out of 6.0

    Lithuania
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Luxembourg
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Macau
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (Licenciatura) (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Macedonia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diploma of Completed Higher Education - Level VII/1 or Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Madagascar
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Maîtrise; Diplome d'Ingenieur; Diplôme d'Etat de Docteur en Médecine; Diplôme d’Etat de Docteur en Chirurgie Dentaire; Diplôme d'Études Approfondies; Diplôme de Magistère (Première Partie) – also known as Master 1; or Diplôme de Master – also known as Master 2 from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Malawi
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 80% or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 70% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 60% or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Malaysia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: Class 1; or 3.7 out of 4.0 CGPA
    UK 2:1 degree: Class 2 division 1; or 3.0 out of 4.0 CGPA
    UK 2:2 degree: Class 2 division 2; or 2.6 out of 4.0 CGPA

    Maldives
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (awarded from 2000) from the Maldives National University.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Malta
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Bachelor Honours Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class Honours; or Category I
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class Honours; or Category IIA
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours; or Category IIB

    Mauritius
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: Class I; or 70%
    UK 2:1 degree: Class II division I; or 60%
    UK 2:2 degree: Class II division II; or 50%

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the grading scale used by your institution.

    Mexico
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado/ Titulo (Profesional) de [subject area] from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.0 to 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.0 to 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7.0 to 7.5 out of 10

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the grading scale your institution uses.

    Moldova
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (Diploma de Licenta) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.5 out of 10

    Monaco
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Mongolia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.6 out of 4.0; or 90%; or grade A
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.2 out of 4.0; or 80%; or grade B
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.8 out of 4.0; or 70%; or grade C

    Montenegro
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diploma of Completed Academic Undergraduate Studies; Diploma of Professional Undergraduate Studies; or Advanced Diploma of Higher Education from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.5 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Morocco
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Diplome d'Ecoles Nationales de Commerce et de Gestion; Diplome de Docteur Veterinaire; Doctorat en Medecine; Docteur en Medecine Dentaire; Licence; Diplome d'Inegeniuer d'Etat; Diplome de Doctorat en Pharmacie; or Maitrise from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 13 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 11 out of 20

    Mozambique
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Grau de Licenciado (minimum 4 years) or Grau de Mestre from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Myanmar
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80% or GPA of 4.7 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 70% or GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 60% or GPA of 3.5 out of 5.0

    Namibia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours Degree or Professional Bachelor Degree (NQF level 8 qualifications) - these to be awarded after 2008 from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    Nepal
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 65%; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 55%; or GPA of 2.4 out of 4.0

    Bachelor in Nursing Science are not considered equivalent to UK Bachelor degrees.

    Netherlands
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 7 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 6 out of 10

    New Zealand
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) or Bachelor Honours Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: A-*; or First Class Honours**
    UK 2:1 degree: B*; or Second Class (Division 1) Honours**
    UK 2:2 degree: C+*; or Second Class (Division 2) Honours**

    *from a Bachelor degree
    **from a Bachelor Honours degree

    Nigeria
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.50 out of 5.00; or GPA 6.0 out of 7.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.50 out of 5.00; or GPA 4.6 out of 7.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.80 out of 5.00; or GPA 3.0 out of 7.0

    Norway
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: Overall B grade with at least 75 ECTS (of 180 ECTS min overall) at grade A or above.
    UK 2:1 degree: Overall B grade
    UK 2:2 degree: Overall C grade

    Oman
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Pakistan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.0 to 3.8 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 2.6 to 3.6 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.0 to 3.0 out of 4.0

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  For some institutions/degrees we will ask for different grades to above, so this is only a guide. 

    Palestine
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90% or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70% or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Panama
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado / Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 91%
    UK 2:1 degree: 81%
    UK 2:2 degree: 71%

    Papua New Guinea
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: Class I
    UK 2:1 degree: Class II, division A
    UK 2:2 degree: Class II, division B

    Paraguay
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado / Titulo de [professional title] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out fo 5

    Peru
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Grado Academico de Bachiller or Titulo de Licenciado/ Titulo (Professional) de [subject area] from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 17 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Philippines
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions or Juris Doctor; Bachelor of Laws; Doctor of Medicine; Doctor of Dentistry/ Optometry/ Veterinary Medicine; or Masters Degree from recognised institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 3.6 out of 4.0; or 94%; or 1.25 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 3.0 out of 4.0; or 86%; or 1.75 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 2.5 out of 4.0; or 80%; or 2.5 out of 5

    The above 'out of 5' scale assumes 1 is highest mark and 3 is the pass mark.

    Poland
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licencjat or Inzynier (minimum 3 years) - these must be awarded after 2001 from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.8 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.8 out of 5.0

    The above grades are based on the 2 to 5 scale, where 3 is the pass mark and 5 is the highest mark.

    Portugal
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licenciado (minimum 180 ECTS credits) or Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12 out of 20

    Puerto Rico
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90/100 or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 80/100 or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 70/100 or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Qatar
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or GPA 4.4 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0; or GPA 3.6 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0; or GPA 2.8 out of 5.0

    Romania
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.75 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8.0 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7.0 out of 10

    Russia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5

    Rwanda
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours Degree (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%; or 17 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%; or 15 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%; or 13 out of 20

    Saudi Arabia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.75 out of 5.0; or GPA 3.75 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.75 out of 5.0; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 5.0; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Senegal
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Maîtrise; Master II; Diplôme d'Études Approfondies (DEA); Diplôme d'Études Supérieures Specialisées (DESS); Diplôme d'État de Docteur en Médecine; Diplôme d'Ingénieur; Diplôme de Docteur en Chirurgie Dentaire; or Diplôme de Pharmacien from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16/20
    UK 2:1 degree: 14/20
    UK 2:2 degree: 12/20

    Serbia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma of Higher Education from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Sierra Leone
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (Honours) or a Masters degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: First Class honours; or GPA 4.7 out of 5; or GPA 3.75 out of 4
    UK 2:1 degree: Upper Second Class honours; or GPA 4 out of 5; or GPA 3.25 out of 4
    UK 2:2 degree: Lower Second Class Honours; or GPA 3.4 out of 5; or GPA 2.75 out of 4

    Singapore
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) or Bachelor Honours degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.3 out of 5.0; or GPA 3.6 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.8 out of 5.0; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 3.3 out of 5.0; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Slovakia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (180 ECTS credits) (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 93%; or 1 overall (on 1 to 4 scale, where 1 is highest mark)
    UK 2:1 degree: 86%; or 1.5 overall (on 1 to 4 scale, where 1 is highest mark)
    UK 2:2 degree: 72%; or 2.5 overall (on 1 to 4 scale, where 1 is highest mark)

    Slovenia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Univerzitetni Diplomant (180 ECTS credits) (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 9.5 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 7 out of 10

    Somalia
    Bachelor degrees from Somalia are not considered for direct entry to our postgraduate taught programmes. Holders of Bachelor degrees from Somali National University can be considered for our Pre-Masters programmes on a case by case basis.

    South Africa
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: NQF Level 8 qualifications such as Bachelor Honours degrees or Professional Bachelor degrees from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 75%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    South Korea
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.2 out of 4.5; or GPA 4.0 out of 4.3; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.5 out of 4.5; or GPA 3.3 out of 4.3; or GPA 3.2 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.5; or GPA 2.8 out of 4.3; or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Spain
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo Universitario Oficial de Graduado en [subject area] (Grado) or Titulo Universitario Oficial de Licenciado en [subject area] (Licenciatura) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8.0 out of 10; or 2.5 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.0 out of 10; or 2.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 6.0 out of 10; or 1.5 out of 4.0

    Sri Lanka
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (Special or Honours) or Bachelor Degree (Professional) (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.5 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Sudan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Honours degree from a recognised institution or Bachelor degree in one of the following Professional subjects: Architecture; Dentistry; Engineering; Medicine/Surgery from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: 65%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    Sweden
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (Kandidatexamen) or Professional Bachelor Degree (Yrkesexamenfrom) (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: Overall B grade with at least 75 ECTS at grade A or above (180 ECTS minimum overall); or at least 65% of credits graded at VG overall
    UK 2:1 degree: Overall B grade (180 ECTS minimum overall); or at least 50% of credits graded at VG overall
    UK 2:2 degree: Overall C grade (180 ECTS minimum overall); or at least 20% of credits graded at VG overall.

    Switzerland
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor degree (180 ECTS credits) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 5.5 out of 6; or 9 out of 10
    UK 2:1 degree: 5 out of 6; or 8 out of 10
    UK 2:2 degree: 4.25 out of 6; or 7 out of 10

    Syria
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 85%
    UK 2:1 degree: 75%
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%

    Taiwan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from selected institutions.

    UK 1st class degree: 85 to 90%
    UK 2:1 degree: 70 to 75%
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.  

    Tajikistan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Specialist Diploma or Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5

    Tanzania
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.4 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.5 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.7 out of 5.0

    Thailand
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.40 to 3.60 out of 4.00
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.00 to 3.20 out of 4.00
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.40 to 2.60 out of 4.00

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.

    Trinidad and Tobago
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or First Class Honours from the University of West Indies
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0; or Upper Second Class Honours from the University of West Indies
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.4 out of 4.0; or Lower Second Class Honours from the University of West Indies

    Tunisia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Licence; Diplome National d'Architecture; Maitrise; Diplome National d'Ingeniuer; or Doctorat en Medecine / Veterinaire from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 16 out of 20
    UK 2:1 degree: 13 out of 20
    UK 2:2 degree: 11 out of 20

    Türkiye
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.40 to 3.60 out of 4.00
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 2.80 to 3.00 out of 4.00
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.30 to 2.50 out of 4.00

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.

    Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.60 out of 4.00
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.00 out of 4.00
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.50 out of 4.00

    Turkmenistan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Diploma of Higher Education (awarded after 2007) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 3.5 out of 5

    Turks and Caicos Islands
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (accredited by the Council of Community Colleges of Jamaica) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0; or 80%
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.3 out of 4.0; or 75%
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.7 out of 4.0; or 65%

    Uganda
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 4.4 out of 5.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 4.0 out of 5.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 5.0

    Ukraine
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 10 out of 12; or 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 8 out of 12; or 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 6 out of 12; or 3.5 out of 5

    United Arab Emirates
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    United States of America
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: GPA 3.2 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: GPA 2.5 out of 4.0

    Uruguay
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado/ Titulo de [subject area] (minimum 4 years) from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 10 to 11 out of 12
    UK 2:1 degree: 7 to 9 out of 12
    UK 2:2 degree: 6 to 7 out of 12

    Offer conditions will vary depending on the institution you are applying from.

    Uzbekistan
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) or Specialist Diploma from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%; or 4.7 out of 5
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%; or 4.0 out of 5
    UK 2:2 degree: 71%; or 3.5 out of 5

    Venezuela
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Titulo de Licenciado/ Titulo de [subject area] from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 81%
    UK 2:1 degree: 71%
    UK 2:2 degree: 61%

    Non-percentage grading scales, for example scales out of 20, 10, 9 or 5, will have different requirements. 

    Vietnam
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 8.0 out of 10; or GPA 3.4 out of 4
    UK 2:1 degree: 7.0 out of 10; or GPA 3.0 out of 4
    UK 2:2 degree: 5.7 out of 10; or GPA 2.4 out of 4

    Yemen
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters (Majister) degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 90%
    UK 2:1 degree: 80%
    UK 2:2 degree: 65%

    Bachelor Degrees from Lebanese International University (in Yemen) can be considered for entry to postgraduate taught programmes - please see Lebanon for guidance on grade requirements for this.

    Zambia
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Masters Degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 75%; or GPA 3.7 out of 4.0
    UK 2:1 degree: 65%; or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
    UK 2:2 degree: 55%; or GPA 2.4 out of 4.0

    Zimbabwe
    We normally consider the following qualifications for entry to our postgraduate taught programmes: Bachelor Degree (minimum 4 years) or Bachelor Honours degree from a recognised institution.

    UK 1st class degree: 75%
    UK 2:1 degree: 65%
    UK 2:2 degree: 60%

    English language requirements

    The English language requirements for our programmes are indicated by English bands, and therefore the specific test and score acceptable is based on the band assigned to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administered. Note that for some academic departments there are programmes with non-standard English language requirements.

    The English Language requirements for entry to postgraduate taught and research programmes in the School of the Arts fall within the following English band:

    Band 5: IELTS (Academic) minimum score 7.0 overall with 6.0 in each of Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking

    We accept a range of English tests and qualifications categorised in our English bands for you to demonstrate your level of English Language proficiency. See all accepted English tests that we deem equivalent to these IELTS scores.

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