Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University, located in the historic city of Oxford, England, is a forward-thinking institution celebrated for academic excellence, innovative teaching, and a strong emphasis on employability. With roots dating back to 1865, it has evolved into one of the UK’s top modern universities, combining world-class facilities, industry connections, and a vibrant international community.

The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in areas such as Business, Engineering, Architecture, Health, and the Arts. Students benefit from real-world learning experiences, global partnerships, and access to state-of-the-art campuses designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.

Oxford Brookes is also recognized for its sustainability initiatives, research impact, and high graduate employment rates—making it a top choice for students seeking both academic excellence and practical career preparation.

• Outstanding Graduate Success: 90% of Oxford Brookes students are in work or further study within six months of graduation, reflecting the university’s strong employability focus.

• Global Opportunities: Take part in international exchange programmes that broaden your horizons and enhance your academic experience.

• Strong Industry Connections: Benefit from the university’s close links with top employers, offering placements, internships, and networking opportunities.

• World-Class Location: Study in Oxford — a city steeped in history and academic prestige.

• Innovative Learning Environment: Experience modern teaching methods supported by cutting-edge research and digital technology.

• Diverse & Inclusive Community: Join students from over 140 nationalities in a welcoming and supportive environment.

• Sustainability & Responsibility: Learn at a university committed to creating a positive impact through sustainability and social change.

Foundation degrees

Applicants must:

• be in appropriate employment,
• have a minimum of two years' relevant work experience.

A reference from your employer to support the application will be required.

Applicants must also satisfy the foundation degree interview requirements.

Applicants aged under 21 should normally have:

• a minimum of 2 subjects at A-level or Applied A-level, with 3 or 4 at GCSE or O-level

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• a National Certificate or Diploma or other equivalent qualifications, such as GNVQ/NVQ or other Level 3 vocational qualifications,
• Advanced Diploma Level 3.
  
  

  English language qualifications range from IELTS 5.0 to 6.5. If you don't have IELTS, then consider enrolling on one of our

   

  Academic English courses

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Undergraduate courses

Our standard entry requirement is three A-levels or equivalent qualifications. In some cases, courses have specific required subjects and additional GCSE requirements. In addition to A-levels, we accept a wide range of other qualifications including:

• the Welsh Baccalaureate
• the Access to Higher Education Diploma
• a BTEC National Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma at a good standard and in a relevant subject
• the International Baccalaureate Diploma
• the European Baccalaureate Diploma
• Scottish qualifications – five subjects in SCE with two at Higher level or one at Advanced Higher level, or three subjects in Scottish Highers or two at Advanced Higher level
• a recognised foundation course
• T-levels*.
• * T-levels are a relatively new qualification but are already included in the UCAS tariff. We welcome prospective students who are taking this qualification to apply. For some programmes with specific required subjects, particular subject areas or occupational specialisms may be required.

• You may need to meet country specific and English language requirements to be eligible for undergraduate study. See further entry requirements on our

   

  international students pages

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Postgraduate courses

The normal entry requirement for a master’s course is an honours degree, a postgraduate diploma or an equivalent professional qualification. This should usually be in the same discipline (or a related subject) as your intended postgraduate degree.

Applications are also welcomed from those with other qualifications or with experience which demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills at honours degree standard. For information on entry requirements for specific courses, please refer to individual course entries.

If English is not your first language you will need to meet the University’s

You may need to meet specific country and English language requirements to apply for postgraduate study. See entry requirements on our

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Postgraduate research

MA, MSc and LLM by Research

The minimum entry requirement for the degree of MA, MSc and LLM by Research is a lower second-class UK honours degree or equivalent qualification.

Applications are also welcomed from those holding qualifications other than the above and will be considered on their merits and in relation to the nature and scope of the work proposed. You will be required to provide the names of 2 academic referees.

MPhil

The minimum entry requirement for the degree of MPhil or MPhil with transfer to PhD is a first-class or upper second-class UK honours degree or equivalent qualification.

Applications are also welcomed from those holding qualifications other than the above and will be considered on their merits and in relation to the nature and scope of the work proposed. You will be required to provide the names of 2 academic referees.

PhD

The normal entry requirement for the degree of PhD is a master’s degree in a discipline which is appropriate to the proposed research and which has included research training and a research project.

In exceptional cases, applicants who have a good honours degree (or equivalent) may apply for direct registration to PhD if they have appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which has resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment.