International

Canada

The University of Greenwich welcomes students from Canada on its programmes. View the entry requirements and contact us for further information.

22,000+ international students from over 100 countries 

Ranked No. 1 the best UK university by StudentCrowd Awards 2023

Awarded Gold in 2023 TEF results

University of Greenwich is a popular institution for international students with over 2,500 EU and international students currently studying on a Bachelor's or Master's degree. You can choose from over 400 programmes across a vast range of subjects, including law, computer science and business. With a total student body of 38,000 students from over 130 nations across the world, you will benefit from a diverse and world-class learning experience right in the heart of London.

In order for you to start one of our programmes, you will need to meet both the academic and English language requirements. Below is a list of our standard entry requirements for most programmes, however, please note that some programmes may have a different entry requirement or require further assessment, such as a portfolio of work or interview. Please see the relevant individual programme page for further details.

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Entry requirements

Academic entry requirements

ALBERTA: High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade of 75% in 5 subjects grade 12
BRITISH COLOMBIA: High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade of 75% in 5 subjects grade 12 pref grade B
MANITOBA: High School Graduation Diploma with 5 credits at 300 level and a minimum grade of 75% in 4 subjects
NEW BRUNSWICK: High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade 75% in six acceptable subjects at grade 12
NEWFOUNDLAND: High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade of 80% in 6 acceptable subjects at 3,000 grade 12, or 70% in nine 3,000 subjects
NORTH WEST TERRITORIES, NOVA SCOTIA, NUNAVUT, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND : High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade of 75% in five acceptable subjects at grade 12
ONTARIA SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA: High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum grade of 70% grade 12 in six 4U or 4M courses
SASKATCHEWAN: grade 12 standing (or Division IV standing) with a minimum grade of 75% in five acceptable subjects at grade 12
QUEBEC: Diplomae d'etudes collegiales (DEC) with a minimum grade of 70% awarded after two years of study at a 'coillege d'enseignement general et professionnel (CEGEP) and IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each skill
NB: Law / Architecture 80% from any province

For some courses, you will need to have studied relevant subjects at school/college to be eligible. Our admissions team will determine this once you apply.

English language entry requirements

Nationals of Canada + graduates of a bachelor/masters degree from Canada are exempt from IELTS, EXCEPT where graduating from a university in Quebec

For details on English language requirements, please see our English Language Requirement page

Pre-sessional English programmes are only available to students that have completed a UKVI IELTS. Please visit our Pre-sessional English course page for more information.

Nationals of Canada are exempt from IELTS as nationals of a English majority speaking country
Quebec Only: Pass Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) with minimum score 3.0. or IELTS/Equivalent

Academic entry requirements

For entry to our Master's programmes, you will need to have met the following:

  • Bachelor degree with a minimum of GPA 2.3/4 for UK 2.2 or with a minimum of GPA 3/4 for UK 2.1

For some courses, you will need to have studied relevant subjects at university to be eligible. Our admissions team will determine this once you apply.

English language entry requirements

Nationals of Canada + graduates of a bachelor/masters degree from Canada are exempt from IELTS, EXCEPT where graduating from a university in Quebec

For details on English language requirements, please see our English Language Requirement page

Pre-sessional English programmes are only available to students that have completed a UKVI IELTS. Please visit our Pre-sessional English course page for more information.

Nationals of Canada are exempt from IELTS as nationals of a English majority speaking country
Quebec Only: Pass Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) with minimum score 3.0. or IELTS/Equivalent

Why choose Greenwich?


Located in historic campuses in London and Kent, we provide industry-relevant courses that are accredited by professional bodies. You'll benefit from our modern study facilities, including advanced laboratories and libraries.

How to apply

Undergraduate courses

International applicants who wish to study at undergraduate (Bachelor‘s) level can either apply through one of our trusted agents below or direct to us via UCAS (University and Colleges Admissions Service).

Postgraduate courses

International applicants who wish to study at postgraduate (Master’s) level with us can either apply directly using our online application form or through one of our one of our trusted agents below.

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As an international student that has studied abroad before, I can wholeheartedly say that I have never felt more welcome and accepted than at University of Greenwich. I have attended every class with the greatest interest, and loved every minute. I couldn’t have chosen a better university.

- Marla Mata, Graduate of MSc Financial Management and Risk

Greenwich has one of the most interesting curricula among London universities and offers the opportunity to learn all schools of thought, equipping you with a number of tools.

- Craig Joseph, BA Business Economics

The magic of the University of Greenwich is its ability to make an individual feel like they belong to a community...

- Natalia Andrea Dorado Castaneda, BSc Business Computing