English Language Equivalencies

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UEA Requirements

The information on this page is intended as a guide to the University’s typical English language equivalencies and the likely minimum levels we would expect applicants to meet. It is important to check individual course pages for the specific English language requirements for each course, as some courses may require higher levels or particular components. This page does not represent a definitive or exhaustive list, nor does it guarantee that a particular qualification will be accepted in every case. The University reserves the right to request additional evidence, verify results and to determine, at its discretion, whether an applicant has met the necessary English language standards. Final decisions are made as part of the formal admissions process.

UK Visas and Immigration Requirements

International students will normally require a Student Visa to allow them to study, and will have to meet English language standards as specified by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) service. We generally accept the tests listed in the table below, as evidence that you have met these requirements.

Exemptions

You may be exempt from English Language Requirements if:

You are a national of one of the following countries : Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; The Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; Canada; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; United States of America.

Or you have completed a full academic qualification, at least equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree, which was taught in one of the following countries: (a PG Certificate or PG Diploma will not be considered for the English waiver).
Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; The Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; The UK; United States of America.

Please note, If the degree was completed a considerable amount of time ago, a further English test may be asked for.