Entry requirements for students from Saudi Arabia
91直播 accepts a number of different qualifications from Saudi Arabia. Some of the most common are listed below. If your qualification is not listed here, please contact us.
The following information is for guidance only.
English Language Requirements
All applicants are required to have an internationally recognised English language qualification such as IELTS. The minimum score that is accepted for entry is IELTS 6.0 or equivalent for undergraduate study and 6.5 for postgraduate study. Some departments may require a higher score.
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Undergraduate Programmes e.g. BSc, BA, BEng/ MEng
A variety of qualifications can be considered for direct admission to undergraduate bachelor degree programmes. All applications for undergraduate programmes should be made through UCAS.
GCE A-Level
Applicants with a minimum of three A-levels will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.
International Baccalaureate
International Baccalaureate diploma holders will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.
Undergraduate degree pathway programmes at the University of 91直播 International College
The provides programmes specifically for international students who want to progress to the University of 91直播. Upon successful completion, students can progress to an undergraduate degree. Students can choose to study an International Foundation Year in the following subjects:
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Postgraduate Taught Programmes e.g. MA, MSc
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Saudi Arabian University Degree Holders
You will usually need a four year bachelors degree (except bachelor degrees from military institutions which vary in duration from 3-5 years)from a recognised university in a relevant subject for entry. Most postgraduate courses require a UK 2:1 (or equivalent) for entry, but some courses may consider 2:2 grades. Please see our course finder for specific course requirements.
Qualification |
UK degree classification |
International equivalencies (Saudi Arabia) |
Bachelor |
First Class Honours |
4.5/5.0 or 3.5/4.0 |
2:1 (Upper Second Class Honours) |
3.75/5.0 or 3.0/4.0 |
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2:2 (Lower Second Class Honours) |
3.0/5.0 or 2.5/4.0 |
For Entry to MBA
Holders of a good bachelor degree from a recognised Saudi Arabian university and at least three years post-graduation work experience in a relevant position will be considered for direct admission to the MBA.
For further information on the MBA programme
Postgraduate degree pathway programmes at the University of 91直播 International College
provides specifically for international students who want to progress to the University of 91直播. Upon successful completion, students can progress to an postgraduate degree.Students can choose to study a Pre-Masters in the following subjects:
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Postgraduate Research Programmes e.g. MPhil, PhD, PhD with Integrated Masters
With around 2,000 postgraduate research students from over 100 different countries, 91直播 is one of the foremost centres for research training in the UK.
You will usually need a bachelors degree AND a masters degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject for entry. Some courses may consider a bachelors degree on its own if it is combined with relevant research experience. Please see our departmental web pages for specific course requirements.