University of Chichester

Entry Requirements

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We consider all applicants on the basis of their academic achievement and potential, relevant experience, English language proficiency and suitability for the course. In addition to the general entrance requirements listed below, there are usually individual subject requirements for each particular course. For country specific entry requirements please click here

Undergraduate study (BA / BSc / EFdA / FdSc)

Entry requirements vary from course to course but international applicants for most courses require the equivalent of a minimum of two A-level passes with relevant grades.

You may need to complete an international foundation course before entering an undergraduate degree if you have not completed 13 years of primary and secondary education.

If you need support with English language study, or to undertake a Foundation programme, please contact our Admissions team on +44 (0)1243 816002 or email admission@chi.ac.uk and they can discuss with you Foundation options that can lead to a University of Chichester degree.

You may be interested to view the English language and Foundation programmes at our sister institution, Chichester College: www.chichester.ac.uk/International/Course-recommendations

You may wish to check the equivalence between your qualifications and the UK system with the UK National Academic Recognition Information Centre (UK NARIC) www.naric.org.uk

Please contact the Admissions Office admissions@chi.ac.uk to find out if your qualification is suitable. Completion of an international foundation course may be required in some cases.

Postgraduate study (MA / MSc / PGDip)

International applicants for postgraduate degrees should hold the equivalent of a good honours degree from a British university or an institution of similar standing. Please contact the Admissions Office (admissions@chi.ac.uk) to find out if your degree qualification is equivalent /suitable.

You may also wish to check the equivalence between your qualifications and the UK system with the UK National Academic Recognition Information Centre (UK NARIC) www.naric.org.uk

English language requirements

All non-native speakers of English are required to provide evidence of their ability in the English language in order to study for a university qualification in the UK. The standard entry requirements are listed below. We advise you to check these requirements now as you may be required to sit one of the examinations listed before you can receive an unconditional offer of a place.

Undergraduate:

  • IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 writing (IELTS 5.5 for degrees including International English Studies)
    OR
  • TOEFL: PBT: 550/ 5 TWE; CBT: 215/5 TWE; IBT: 80/19+
  • Cambridge Proficiency / Advanced: A - C

Postgraduate:

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6.0 writing
  • TOEFL: PBT: 575/ 5.5 TWE; CBT: 235/5.5 TWE; IBT: 90/23+
  • Cambridge Proficiency A - C / Advanced: A - B

Country Specific Entry Requirements

China
China

For undergraduate courses, Chinese applicants should have obtained high grades in the Senior High School Graduation Examination and/or the Chinese University Entrance Examination. They must also take an International Foundation Year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold a Bachelors degree (with a high GPA), a Masters degree from a prestigious Chinese university or a good honours degree from a British university.

Hong Kong
Hong Kong

For undergraduate courses, Hong Kong applicants should have good Hong Kong Advanced Level grades, as well as a good HKCEE profile.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a good Bachelors degree or a Masters degree from one of the Hong Kong universities or a good honours degree from a British university.

India
India

For undergraduate courses, applicants from India should offer a good Higher Secondary School Certificate (at least70% from Standard XII Examinations from CBSE/ICISE/and state boards – Gujurat, Karnataka, Maharastra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal) or an acceptable International Foundation Year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a good Bachelors (Hons) degree or a Masters degree from a Central University or Centre of Advanced Study in India or a good honours degree from a British university.

Japan
Japan

For undergraduate courses, Japanese applicants should offer the Kotagakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho plus an international foundation year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a Bachelors degree (with a high GPA) or a Masters degree from a prestigious Japanese university or a good honours degree from a British university.

Malaysia
Malaysia

For undergraduate courses, Malaysian applicants should offer good STPM and SPM grades in appropriate subjects. Students holding Diplomas or Higher Diplomas from appropriate institutions may be eligible for advanced standing, i.e. second, or final year entry.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a Bachelors degree (with a high GPA) or a Masters degree from a prestigious Malaysian institution or a good honours degree from a British university.

Norway
Norway

For undergraduate courses, Norwegian applicants should offer the Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a good Bachelor or a Masters degree from a Norwegian university or a good honours degree from a British university.

Russia
Russia

For undergraduate courses, Russian applicants should offer a good Attestat o Srednem Obrzovanii (Certificate of Secondary Education) plus an acceptable International Foundation Year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a good Bachelors degree or a Masters degree from a Russian university or a good honours degree from a British university.

South Korea
South Korea

For undergraduate courses, Korean applicants should offer the Korean High School Diploma plus an international foundation year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a Bachelors degree (with a high GPA) or a Masters degree from a prestigious Korean university or a good honours degree from a British university.

Thailand
Thailand

For undergraduate courses, Thai applicants should offer a good Mathayon 6 (M6) plus an acceptable International Foundation Year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a good Bachelors degree or a Masters degree from a Thai university or a good honours degree from a British university.

Turkey
Turkey

For undergraduate courses, Turkish applicants should offer either a good Devlet Lise Diplomasi (State High School Diploma) or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi (Private High School Diploma) plus an acceptable International Foundation Year or equivalent.

For postgraduate courses, applicants should hold either a very good Bachelors degree (Hons) or a Masters degree from a Turkish university or a good honours degree from a British university.

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