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United Arab Emirates

Entry Requirements for students from United Arab Emirates

Foundation Year 0 / International Foundation Diploma

Entry to the International Foundation Programme will be offered to students who have passed the Tawjihiyya Certificate with a minimum score of 60% and IELTS 5.0

BA/BSc

Applicants who have studied the Indian CBSE syllabus, with an overall average of at least 65% in 12th Standard, will be considered for an Undergraduate Degree programme.

Applicants studying A Levels will be accepted subject to meeting the University's standard entry requirements as specified for each course.

Applicants holing an Undergraduate Diploma from a recognised university will be considered for direct admission to Undergraduate Degree programmes.

Applicants holding the International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points will be considered for direct admission to Undergraduate Degree programmes.

Advanced entry to certain Undergraduate Degree programmes may be possible for students who hold a UK HND or similar Diploma in a relevant subject and IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent.

MA/MSc

Applicants holding a Degree from a recognised institution can be considered for a place on the Masters Degree programme.

For further information please contact the International Office

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