Entry requirements

We will normally consider qualifications from all over the world.

We tend to refer to entry requirements in terms of standard British qualifications ('A' levels, or a 'good honours degree'). However, admissions tutors at Leeds are familiar with international qualifications and welcome applications from students with equivalent qualifications. If you consider yourself to be a good student within your own educational system, then it is likely there will be an appropriate entry point for you in Leeds. For advice on whether your qualifications are acceptable please email the international office at internationaloffice@leeds.ac.uk

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need a recognised English Language qualification to be admitted onto any of the University's degree programmes.

Undergraduate study

Acceptable minimum qualifications include:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) an overall band of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component skill
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 87 (with no less than 20 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking and 21 in writing)

Postgraduate taught study

Acceptable minimum qualifications include:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) an overall band of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each component skill
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 92 with no less than 21 in listening, 21 in reading, 23 in speaking and 22 in writing

Postgraduate research study

Acceptable minimum qualifications include:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System) an overall band of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component skill
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 87 (with no less than 20 in listening, 20 in reading, 22 in speaking and 21 in writing)

Other English Language qualifications are also accepted. Please contact your relevant school or department for details. Some schools and departments have higher English language requirements than these so please check with your school when you apply.

Language Centre

The Language Centre runs courses to help international students improve their English and prepare for study. Find out more