English Language Proficiency & International Qualifications

English language proficiency

Overseas applicants will need to demonstrate that they are sufficiently proficient in English to support successful study at research degree standard before any offer of registration can be made.

The UK government recognises certain countries as majority English speaking. If you are a national of one of these countries or hold a degree from one of these countries, then you will not need to provide further proof of English language proficiency. For a full list of recognised majority English speaking countries, please refer to https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/knowledge-of-english. Similarly, if you have already proven your English proficiency for a previous, successful UK visa application, you will not be asked to do so again.

Applicants who have been taught in English in a country that is not recognised as majority English-speaking can apply for an English Language Proficiency Statement (ELPS) through Ecctis https://www.ecctis.com/visasandnationality.

All other applicants will need to demonstrate their English language proficiency through taking an IELTS test. Our minimum requirements are an average score of at least 6.5 and a score of at least 6.0 in each individual category. Your certificate must be dated within two years of your course start date.

International Qualifications

Any qualification document that is not in English or Welsh must be accompanied by a certified translation. The translator's credentials should be given along with their official declaration that the translation is accurate.