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UK
Tariff:
128 tariff points
International Baccalaureate:
31 points, including 4 in Higher Level English or 5 in Standard Level English
BTEC:
DDM. Applied Business or Law preferred. See below for further details.
GCSE:
A minimum of grade 4 (C) in English Language and Mathematics in addition to other outlined requirements.
In addition to our other entry requirements, City also accepts T-levels in any of the following, with a grade of Merit, or above:
- Legal Services
- Accounting
- Digital Business Services
- Finance
- Management and Administration
- Marketing
- Science.
Contextual offers
We apply a contextual admissions process for UK undergraduate applicants who have been in care, attend a low performing school, or live in an area where few students go to university.
Those who are eligible may receive a conditional offer with reduced entry requirements, typically up to two grades lower for A-levels and one grade (or eight tariff points) for BTEC or mixed qualifications.
Mixed qualifications
Typically the only scenario where we make conditional offers expressed as UCAS tariff points is when an applicant presents with mixed qualifications, most typically a combination of A-levels and a BTEC qualification.
In this instance, we may make a tariff point offer to present the applicant with more flexibility on equivalencies. In this case, please be aware that we may still ask for a specific score across certain qualifications and subjects. E.g. 'This offer is conditional on you achieving 128 tariff points. This must include A-level Mathematics at grade B.'
Subject exclusions
We do not accept General Studies and Critical Thinking. These subjects will not be included in any conditional offer we make.
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
We welcome applications from students who are completing relevant EPQ Projects. Whilst we recognise the value of these projects in preparing students for independent learning at university, the EPQ is unlikely to form part of any conditional offer we make.
The EPQ will also not lower the specifics of any conditional offer we choose to make. We will consider the EPQ as part of the holistic assessment of the application and it could be used to form part of our final decision at Confirmation stage.
AS levels
We recognise that there will be differences of opportunity varying by school and college. As not all students will have the opportunity to sit AS Level exams, it is unlikely we will include AS Level grades in any offer we choose to make. Where students have completed an AS Level subject, we will consider this as part of the holistic assessment of the application and it could be used to form part of our final decision at Confirmation stage.
University preparation programmes
If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to take a foundation programme first. These programmes are designed to prepare students for entry to City's undergraduate courses.
Access to Higher Education
We welcome Access course applications from 'mature' students. These applicants will be considered on the basis of their own merits. Please be aware that Access students are often asked for further information to supplement their application, this is normally in the form of a questionnaire.
A typical offer for an Access applicant would be: Access course with 60 credits overall to include 45 credits at Level 3 with 24 Level 3 credits at Distinction and 21 Level 3 credits at Merit.
BTEC
BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction Distinction Merit overall
OR
120 UCAS Tariff points from 2 GCE A levels and 1 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma to include grades BB from the GCE A levels
OR
120 UCAS Tariff points from BTEC Diploma and 1 GCE A level to include grade B from the GCE A level.
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Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe GCE A Level is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Zambia
The School Certificate / General Certificate of Education.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Vietnam
Tot Nghiep Pho Thong Trung Hoc (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan Certificate of Secondary Education.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Ukraine
Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Uganda
Advanced Certificate in Education (UACE) is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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USA
Advanced Placements.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the US equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Advanced Placements will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = Advanced Placements 555
- A-level AAB = Advanced Placements 554
- A-level ABB = Advanced Placements 544
- A-level BBB = Advanced Placements 444
- A-level BBC = Advanced Placements 443
- A-level BCC = Advanced Placements 433.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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UAE
Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate Examination)- students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Turkey
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Tunisia
Secondary certificate.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Thailand
Mathayom Suksa 6 (Senior High School Leaving Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Tanzania
Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE)
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Taiwan
Senior High School Leaving Certificate students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Junior College Diploma
The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Switzerland
Federal Maturity Certificate/Maturitatzeugnis/Cantonal Maturity Certificate. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Sweden
Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level).
Considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like for like basis.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Spain
Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE)
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Polish equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = 8
- A-level AAB = 7.8
- A-level ABB = 7.6
- A-level BBB = 7.4
- A-level BBC = 7.2
- A-level BCC = 7.
Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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South Korea
Korean High School Diploma students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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South Africa
The National Senior Certificate will be accepted for direct entry to certain undergraduate courses normally
The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Slovenia
Maturitetno spričevalo (Matura Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Slovakia
Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Secondary School Leaving Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Singapore
Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-levels considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like-for-like basis.
Polytechnic Diploma students considered for year 1 or year 2 entry on a case-by-case basis depending on subjects taken and CGPA.
Please contact Admissions to confirm your eligibility and the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Serbia
Secondary School Leaving Diploma/Matura. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Saudi Arabia
Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Rwanda
The Rwanda Advanced Certificate of Education (A-level)
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Russia
The Attestat o Srednam Obrazov
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Romania
Diplomă de Bacalaureat. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Qatar
Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Portugal
Diploma/Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the rquirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Poland
Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Polish equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 80% average from 3 extended subjects
- A-level AAB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 78% average from 3 extended subjects
- A-level ABB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 76% average from 3 extended subjects
- A-level BBB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 74% average from 3 extended subjects
- A-level BBC = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 72% average from 3 extended subjects
- A-level BCC = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 70% average from 3 extended subjects.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Pakistan
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC).
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Oman
Thanawaya (General Education Diploma) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Norway
Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole (VVO). The exact requirements MAY differ between courses.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Norwegian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Vitnemal will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = 5
- A-level AAB = 4.5
- A-level ABB = 4.5
- A-level BBB = 4
- A-level BBC = 4
- A-level BCC = 3.5
Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Nigeria
Senior School Certificate/West African Senior School Certificate
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Netherlands
Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Morocco
The Moroccan Diplôme du Baccalauréat/Attestation du Baccalauréat
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Mexico
Titulo Académico de Bachiller / Diploma de Bachiller / Bachillerato General - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Mauritius
The CIE A Level sat in Mauritius is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels sat in the UK.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Malta
Advanced Matriculation and Matriculation Certificate Examination are comparable to A Levels with the same grading system as UK A levels.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Malaysia
STPM / UEC.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Malaysian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to STPM will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = STPM AAA
- A-level AAB = STPM AAB
- A-level ABB = STPM ABB
- A-level BBB = STPM BBB
- A-level BBC = STPM BBC
- A-level BCC = STPM BCC.
The following A-level equivalences to UEC will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = UEC AAAAAA
- A-level AAB = UEC AAAABB
- A-level ABB = UEC AABBBB
- A-level BBB = UEC BBBBBB
- A-level BBC = UEC BBBBCC
- A-level BCC = UEC BBCCCC.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Luxembourg
Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Lithuania
Brandos Atestatas (Certificate of Maturity). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Lebanon
Lebanese Baccalaureate - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Latvia
Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu (Certificate of General Secondary Education). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses.
Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Kuwait
Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Kenya
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Kazakhstan
Certificate of Completed Secondary Education.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Jordan
Thanawaya (Certificate of General Secondary Education) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Japan
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Senmonshi (vocational degree), Jun-Gakushi (associate degree) and Tanki Daigaku Shuryo Shoshois (Junior College Certificate of Graduation) considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Italy
Diploma di Esame di Stato.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Italian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Diploma di Esame di Stato will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = Diploma di Esame di Stato 85%
- A-level AAB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 84%
- A-level ABB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 80%
- A-level BBB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 78%
- A-level BBC = Diploma di Esame di Stato 76%
- A-level BCC = Diploma di Esame di Stato 74%.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Ireland
Irish Leaving Certificate. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Indonesia
Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Umum Tingkat Atas (Senior Secondary School Certificate of Completion) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Diploma III & IV students considered for year 1 entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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India
HSC XII
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Indian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to HSC XII will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 80%
- A-level AAB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 78%
- A-level ABB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 76%
- A-level BBB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 74%
- A-level BBC = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 72%
- A-level BCC = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 70%
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider an international foundation course as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London works in partnership with INTO City and Kaplan International College London to offer foundation courses for international students.
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Iceland
Stúdentspróf. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Hungary
Érettségi. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Hong Kong equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to HKDSE will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = HKSDE 555 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
- A-level AAB = HKSDE 555 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
- A-level ABB = HKSDE 554 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
- A-level BBB = HKSDE 554 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
- A-level BBC = HKSDE 544 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
- A-level BCC = HKSDE 544 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese).
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Greece
Greek Apolytirion. Please note that exact requirements may differ between courses.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Greek equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Greek Apolytirion will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = 18/20 plus; 18/20 in two PanHellenics
- A-level AAB = 18/20 plus; 17/20 in two PanHellenics
Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider an international foundation course as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London works in partnership with INTO City and Kaplan International College London to offer foundation courses for international students.
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Ghana
Senior School Certificate/West African Senior School Certificate
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Germany
German Abitur.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the German equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Abitur will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = Abitur 1.8
- A-level AAB = Abitur 2.0
- A-level ABB = Abitur 2.2
- A-level BBB = Abitur 2.4
- A-level BBC = Abitur 2.6
- A-level BCC = Abitur 2.8.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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France
French Baccalaureate.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the French equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to French Baccalaureate will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = French Baccalaureate 15/20
- A-level AAB = French Baccalaureate 14/20
- A-level ABB = French Baccalaureate 13/20
- A-level BBB = French Baccalaureate 12.5/20
- A-level BBC = French Baccalaureate 12/20
- A-level BCC = French Baccalaureate 11.5/20.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Estonia
Gümnaasiumi loputunnistus with the Riigieksamitunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate with the State Examination Certificate).
The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Egypt
Certificate of Nile International Secondary Education
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Denmark
Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Czech Republic
Vysvědčení o maturitní zkoušce / Maturita (Secondary School Leaving Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses.
Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Cyprus
Apolytirion. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
The following A-level equivalences to Apolytirion will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = 19 (91 – 95)
- A-level AAB = 18.5 (88 – 90)
- A-level ABB = 18 (86 – 90)
- A-level BBB = 18 (86 – 90)
- A-level BBC = 17.5 (83 – 85).
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Croatia
Maturalna svjedodzba (Matura Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Columbia
Bachiller Académico/Technico
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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China
Senior High School Certificate students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Gaokao students with exceptional grades considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Canada
Grade 12 high school graduation certificate / diploma. Please note that exact requirements may differ between provinces.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Canadian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Canadian year 12 Diplomas will typically be applied:
- A-level AAA = 85% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
- A-level AAB = 80% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
- A-level ABB = 77% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
- A-level BBB = 75% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
- A-level BBC = 72% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
- A-level BCC = 70% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Cameroon
The Cameroonian GGCE is normally considered like for like with UK A levels.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Bulgaria
Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie.
Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Bulgarian equivalent required.
The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
The following A-level equivalences to Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie will typically be applied:
- A-level ABB = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 5.3 average and 5 in state exams
- A-level BBB = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 5.0 average and 4 in state exams
- A-level BBC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.5 average and 4 in state exams
- A-level BCC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.0 average and 4 in state exams
- A-level CCC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.0 average and 4 in state exams.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider an international foundation course as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London works in partnership with INTO City and Kaplan International College London to offer foundation courses for international students.
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Brunei
Brunei-Cambridge GCE A-levels considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like for like basis.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Brazil
- Certificado de Conclusao de Ensino Médio
- Certificado de Conclusao de Segundo Grau
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Botswana
Botswana National qualifications
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Belgium
Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs/Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur.
The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Bangladesh
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC).
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Bahrain
Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Azerbaijan
General Secondary Education Certificate.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Austria
Reifeprufungszeugnis/Maturazeugnis. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.
Visa requirements
International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months.
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Argentina
Titulo de Bachiller.
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Algeria
The Baccalaureat de l'Enseignement Secondaire
Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Albania
Diplome e Matures Shteterore (Diploma of State Matura). Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course. Alternatively, IB, A Levels, or other European system will be considered.
Visa requirements
International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:
- Students on courses of more than six months
- Students on courses of less than six months
For more information see our main Visa page.
International foundation courses
Applicants taking this qualification may wish to consider a foundation programme as an alternative route to undergraduate study. City, University of London offers a variety of foundation programmes designed for international students to help them prepare for their chosen degree courses.
To learn more, visit City's Preparatory Programmes page and explore the available options.
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Other
If you are unable to find your country equivalents in the above list, City will consider other international qualifications on a case by case basis.
Please contact the Admissions team for more details.