How to Apply
Applications can be made on a university application form. Please complete fully and attach all academic transcripts, proof of English language and if required references.
To help you do this, there are some general guidelines on this page that apply to most countries. In addition, there are Country pages to which you can go that specify the entry requirements needed from that country, plus the contact details of our representatives who will be able to offer you advice on applying and on any visa requirements.
What Happens Next?
When the application form is received, the International Office will need to consider your whole profile in order to make an assessment of your suitability for the programme for which you have applied. We will look at your education history, academic and language qualifications, any business experience, references, and your personal statement.
If you meet the entry criteria, you may receive an unconditional offer. If you have yet to meet a condition, such as IELTS of 6.0, or if you have to complete an academic qualification, you will receive a conditional offer of a programme subject to you satisfying that condition.
If you do not meet the requirements, you may be offered a place on a more suitable programme.
If you applied through a representative, the offer will be addressed to you and sent to their office.
You will then need to consider the offer being made. If you wish to accept the offer, and we hope you will, please do so in writing, accompanied by the pre-registration deposit, which secures your place, and which allows you to apply for your guaranteed accommodation.
Entry Requirements
The International Office Country pages (listed in the left column of this page) indicate the normal minimum entry requirements for students from that country. These generally relate to the level (English language, foundation, undergraduate years 1 to 3, Master's) of the programme needed. Specific programmes may carry additional requirements (see below). The normal requirements relate to English language, to academic background, and to professional or business experience (especially for MBA).
English Language
All students will need to satisfy a language requirement. For students whose first language is not English, the minimum level of English is the equivalent to IELTS of 6.0 or TOEFL 213 (cbt), 80 (ibt), or 550 (pbt). Students from other countries such as Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda will need to have the equivalent of GCSE grade C, such as SSCE, KCSE or EACE/UCE grade 3.
Exceptions are to the International Foundation Programmes - IELTS of 4.5 or TOEFL 97 (cbt), or 30 (ibt) or 400 (pbt) - and to the MBA IELTS of 6.5 or TOEFL of 250 (cbt), 100 (ibt), or 600 (pbt).
There are special entry requirements for certain programmes.
A portfolio demonstrating creative ability is needed for programmes such as:
BA Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Garden Design, Design Technology, 3-D Digital Design, Garden and Digital Design, MA Architecture, Garden Design & History, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Studies, Website Architecture.
The University has a suite of MBA programmes including:
MBA - You will require an IELTS of 6.5, appropriate academic qualifications and two years post graduation business experience. Work experience gained at an appropriate level in a wide range of business fields and oranisation, either in the public or private sectors, in a family business, law firm, agriculture, manufacturing
or service company, government and military organisations.
MBA International Business - You will require an IELTS of 6.5, appropriate academic qualifications and one year of work experience, either post graduation, during studies or prior to studies.
MBA International Business (24 Months) - You will require a good first degree in any subject area plus a minimum IELTS of 6.5 or equivalent. The programme runs for 24 months, including 12 months of certified work experience after the completion of taught courses but in conjunction with independent research.
MBA Financial Services - You will require a good first degree, an IELTS of 6.5 and two years of post graduate business experience.
MBA Information Technology Management - You will require a good UK equivalent honours degree in any subject or a recognised Information Technology related professional qualification and an IELTS of 6.5.
MA Strategic Marketing and MA Strategic Marketing Communications
You should have a degree in the business studies area, but not necessarily in marketing, and preferably with appropriate marketing experience.
MA International Human Resource Management
You should have a degree in either the business studies area (but not necessarily in personnel), or in psychology or sociology.
MSc Finance Suite
You do not need an accounting or finance degree or experience for MSc Accounting and Finance, but for the others some background in accounting, finance, banking or information systems is needed depending on the Master's programme for which you are applying. You need only apply for one and may transfer to another, if suitably qualified, when you join.
MSc Computing Suite
No degree or formal training in computing is necessary for MSc Computing and Information Systems.
For the MSc Distributed Computing Systems, or MSc Mobile Computing and Communications, students need a numerate degree with some software development (programming in C or better) experience, or in networking or communications, but a degree in information systems would not be sufficient.
For MSc Internet Technology and e-Commerce, or MSc Internet Technology, a degree in computer science (datacoms, networking, programming, software and hardware systems analysis) with Java or C++ is needed.
For Scientific and Engineering Software Technology, a degree in computing, mathematics, physical science or engineering, all with some scientific computing, is necessary. Details of the new full range of programmes and their associated entry requirements can be found on the website.
There are a few programmes to which international students may not apply. These include Architecture Certificate & Diploma, PCET; PGCE; BAs Education & Training, QTS; MA in Human Resource Development and Employment Strategy; IPD, MBA (SME and Executive); and LLM.
Pre-Masters Programmes
For student who do not meet the requirements for studying at Masters level in our School of Business, a Pre-Masters programme is available. This programme starts in January, allowing entry in September of the same year, to Masters degrees.
A minimum IELTS of 6 is required. Pre-sessional English is available for those with IELTS of 5.0 or 5.5
Foundation and English Language Programmes
If you do not immediately fulfil the entry requirements (such as language, or if you have less than 13 years of education) for a three-year degree programme, you will normally be considered for alternatives such as:
Four-year extended degree programmes such as Combined Honours; computer systems with software engineering, or computer networking; mechanical, manufacturing systems engineering, industrial automation or mechatronics; electronic, electrical or electrical and electronic engineering; civil engineering; environmental science geography and GIS.
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes where you have IELTS of 6.0.
International Foundation Programmes (IFP), where you have IELTS of 4.5.
You may be offered the International Foundation Programmes if you have IELTS of between 4.5 and 6.0 (you will take classes to achieve IELTS of 6.0, as well as studying academic subjects) or if you already have IELTS of 6.0 but need to study academic subjects to prepare for our degree programmes.
There is also an International Foundation Programme (Advanced) for degree holders who wish to prepare for study at postgraduate level as well as to achieve the equivalent of IELTS of 6.5. Click here for further information.
If you have IELTS of 5.0 or 5.5, you may need to follow a four-week or eight-week summer pre-sessional English course on campus.
If you need to study English language for longer to meet the entry requirements to join degree programmes or IFP you may be offered language tuition at an English language school, off campus, which offers very flexible learning of up to 25 hours per week, for periods ranging from one month to one year. You will receive two separate offer letters.
Programmes Intakes
All programmes commence in September. International Foundation Programmes and a number of our postgraduate programmes also commence in January. Contact the International Office for further information.
Receiving Offers
Only authorised University of Greenwich staff can make offers of programmes. Normally, this means programme directors, and admissions tutors. The International Office makes offers to programmes up to and including Master's. Representatives do not make offers, but will pass on offers made by the university.