The University of Staffordshire is a modern UK university focused on practical learning and career success. Located in the heart of England, it offers high-quality education, strong industry links, and a supportive environment for international students. With experienced academics, modern facilities, and career-focused courses, the university prepares students for global employment and future success.
University of Staffordshire
Why study at University of Staffordshire?
- Career-Focused Courses – Industry-aligned programs with practical learning and real-world experience.
- International Student Support – Dedicated help with visas, academics, and settling into life in the UK.
- Affordable Living – Lower living costs compared to many UK cities.
- Modern Facilities – Advanced learning spaces and up-to-date technology.
- Great UK Location – Easy access to major cities like Manchester, Birmingham, and London.
- Diverse & Welcoming Community – A multicultural campus with students from around the world.
Entry Requirements
As part of the application process, international students need to demonstrate their English language proficiency through a test recognised by Staffordshire University
Most of their courses require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component or an equivalent approved qualification. However, some courses have higher entry criteria due to accreditation requirements or the need to have exceptional communication skills as part of the course.
Accepted Tests and Qualifications
The majority of undergraduate bachelor degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. However, the university also accepts a wide range of qualifications from around the world. The following qualifications are acceptable for most of the Bachelor degree courses.
Requirements for postgraduate courses can be found in the entry requirements section of the course page.
Qualifications we accept from any country
| Qualification Name | Minimum Requirement | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (non UKVI) | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component | 2 years |
| Password English | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component | 2 years |
| Trinity College London ISE II | Pass in all four components | 2 years |
| TOEFL IBT | Listening: 17 Speaking: 20 Reading: 18 Writing: 17 | 2 years |
| PTE (Pearsons) | Minimum score of 51 in all four categories | 2 years |
| International Baccalaureate (taught in English) | Pass in English A or B at HL or SL with a minimum grade of 5 | 5 years |
| City & Guilds ESOL International (IESOL) | Pass | 5 years |
| IGCSE English | IGCSE English as a first or second language: Grade C | 5 years |
| Cambridge International English GCE O Level/GCSE | English Language grade A - C | 5 years |
| IELTS Indicator | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component | 2 years |
| GCSE English Language/ Literature | C or above | 5 years |
| NCUK International Foundation | Grade C overall, with no component lower than a D | 2 years |
| Kaplan International Foundation | 60 overall, with no component lower than a 55 | 2 years |
| Study Group International Foundation | 50 overall, with no component lower than a 40 | 2 years |
| Cambridge Education group (CEG) International Foundation | 50 overall, with no component lower than a 50 | 2 years |
| OIETC (Oxford International English Test) | B2 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening | 2 years |
If you have not met one of the above requirements you may be eligible to join one of their pre-sessional English courses, to help you build your skills to the required level.
Scholarship
Scholarships and Discounts:
We offer a wide range of scholarships and discounts for international students to help fund your studies. If you would like to read more about what scholarships are available to you, and to see if you meet the criteria to be eligible, you visit our dedicated scholarships page.
SMART Scholarships
In recognition of the outstanding talent and achievements of many of our overseas applicants, we are pleased to announce our new £2000 SMART scholarship.
GREAT Scholarships
In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, Staffordshire University are offering two scholarships - one to offer holders in India and one to offer holders in Malaysia applying for full time, postgraduate-taught courses for September 2021.
Alumni Discount
Staffordshire University alumni who graduated in the past two academic years receive a 25% reduction in their tuition fees. Alumni who graduated over two years ago receive a 10% reduction in their tuition fees.
Early Payment Discount
An early payment discount of £500 is applicable to on-campus students who pay their full fees before or at enrolment for 2021/22 entry.
Law Courses – Trinidad and Tobago
All applicants from Trinidad and Tobago are eligible for a £500 fee discount for the PgDip Legal Practice and the LLM Legal Practice Blended Learning courses. This reduction will automatically be deducted from your fees.
Life at University of Staffordshire
*The information’s are correct at the time of publishing, however it may change if university makes any changes after we have published the information. While we try our best to provide correct information, It is advisable to call us or visit university website for up to date information.
Entry requirements for interantional students
Bangladesh
Undergraduate (Bachelors) Degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a minimum 65% of total GPA.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall.
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution.
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page.
Integrated Masters and Two-Year Accelerated Degrees
To apply for an integrated masters or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a minimum GPA of 3.75 or the Equivalent to 75% of total GPA.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall.
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution.
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page.
Postgraduate Degrees
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree
- 4 year Bachelor Degree from a recognised University in a relevant subject with a 65% GPA
Courses requiring a 2:2 degree
- 4 year Bachelor Degree from a recognised University in a relevant subject with a 60% GPA
English Language Requirements
The majority of our undergraduate (bachelor's) degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world.
Requirements for postgraduate courses can be found in the entry requirements section of the course page.
India
Undergraduate (Bachelors) Degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12/ XII with a minimum score of 65% overall
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated Masters and Two-Year Accelerated Degrees
To apply for an integrated masters or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12/ XII with a minimum score of 70% overall
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate Degrees
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree- Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 60% (three year course) or 55% (four year course) or 6.5/10 CGPA
- Second Class Degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 55% or 6.0/10 CGPA
English Language Requirements
To demonstrate your language proficiency as being equivalent to CEFR B2, we accept the following qualifications from your country:
- Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12/ XII with a minimum score of 70% in English Language. The University is able to accept Standard XII English from the CBSE and CISCE examination boards only. Students with qualifications from other examination boards will be required to provide alternative evidence of English language ability, for example, IELTS.
Please note that this qualification is valid at Staffordshire University for a period of 5 years since the test was taken.
Nigeria
Undergraduate (Bachelors) Degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- A Diploma from Federal University with a minimum of lower credit or an Ordinary National Diploma (OND)
- COHSC (Cambridge High School Cert.) with minimum grades BBC
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated Masters and Two-Year Accelerated Degrees
To apply for an integrated masters or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- COHSC (Cambridge High School Cert.) with minimum grades BBB
- (Ordinary) National Diploma with an Upper Credit or above
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognised UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate Degrees
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree- Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 60% (Second Class Upper)
- Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 50% (Second Class Lower)
English Language Requirements
To demonstrate your language proficiency as being equivalent to CEFR B2, we accept the following qualifications from your country:
- WAEC or NECO (post 1998) English Language at grade A(1) - C(6). Validity - 8 years.
Please note that this qualification is valid at Staffordshire University for a period of 5 years since the test was taken.
Ghana
Undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Levels with grades BBC Ordinary National Diploma with a GPA of 3/5
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated master's and two-year accelerated degrees
To apply for an integrated master's or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Levels with grades BBB Ordinary National Diploma with a GPA of 3.5/5
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum overall grade of 3.25 (Second Class Upper)
Courses requiring a 2:2 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 2.5 (Second Class Lower)
English Language Requirements
To demonstrate your language proficiency as being equivalent to CEFR B2, we accept the following qualifications from your country:
- NECO (post 1998) English Language Grade A(1) - C(6). Validity - 8 years
- For postgraduate students we will also accept a Bachelor's or Master degree certificate with evidence that the course was fully conducted in English. Validity - 8 years
- If you are applying for Postgraduate studies, we may be able to accept a Medium of Instruction letter as evidence of your English Language proficiency. Please contact International Admissions for further information.
Please note that these qualifications are valid at Staffordshire University for a period of 5 years since the test was taken, unless otherwise stated above.
Kenya
Undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Applicants holding a Higher / Technical Diploma with a good GPA may be eligible for second-year entry to some Bachelor's degree courses
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated master's and two-year accelerated degrees
To apply for an integrated master's or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Applicants holding a Higher / Technical Diploma with a good GPA may be eligible for second-year entry to some Bachelor's degree courses
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum overall grade of 3.25 (Second Class Upper)
Courses requiring a 2:2 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 2.5 (Second Class Lower)
English Language Requirements
The majority of our undergraduate (bachelor's) degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world.
Requirements for postgraduate courses can be found in the entry requirements section of the course page.
Pakistan
Undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- A HSSC 75% overall plus one-year (new scheme) or two-year (old scheme) BCom/BSc/BA with minimum 50% / Division II.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated master's and two-year accelerated degrees
To apply for an integrated master's or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree
To apply for a postgraduate course requiring a 2:1 degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Four-year degree with a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0)
- Two-year bachelor’s and two-year master's degrees with 65% across both degrees.
Courses requiring a 2:2 degree
To apply for a postgraduate course requiring a 2:2 degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- Four-year degree with a GPA of 2.7 (out of 4.0)
- Two-year bachelor’s and two-year master's degrees with 60% across both degrees.
English Language Requirements
The majority of our undergraduate (bachelor's) degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world.
Requirements
for postgraduate courses can be found in the entry requirements section of the course page.
Cameroon
Undergraduate (bachelor) degrees
To apply for an undergraduate (bachelors) degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Levels with grades BBC
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 28 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Integrated master's and two-year accelerated degrees
To apply for an integrated master's or two-year accelerated degree you need
one
of the following qualifications:
- General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Levels with grades BBB
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with 30 points overall
- Successful completion of a relevant International Foundation Year from a recognized UK Institution
- For A-Level requirements, please see the ‘entry requirements’ section on the relevant course page
Postgraduate
Courses requiring a 2:1 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 14/20 (Bien)
Courses requiring a 2:2 degree
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a minimum grade of 12/20 (Assez Bien)
English Language Requirements
The majority of our undergraduate (bachelor's) degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world.
Require
ments
for postgraduate courses can be found in the entry requirements section of the course page.
Are you ready to start building your future?
Contact our admission counseller and get a free consultation.
