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Canada
The University of Greenwich welcomes students from Canada on its programmes. View the entry requirements and contact us for further information.
The University of Greenwich is a place with no limits on what you can achieve. For over 130 years we have been helping students to explore their talents and reach their personal and academic goals. We are a friendly and welcoming community where international students make up around 30% of our student population. So, whichever campus you are on, you’ll soon feel at home. Plus, all our student accommodation is open to international students.
We’ll be by your side with whatever you need, ensuring that you’re cared for and supported while you’re a student with us. If you’re eligible, you can apply for a scholarship or bursary, contributing up to £5000 towards your tuition. You could also earn money by taking on part-time work at the university through our Student Ambassador Scheme.
Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find a course that’s right for you. We offer career-focused degrees in many subject areas, including business, law, architecture, computing, design, education, health, engineering, science, humanities and social sciences. You’ll find our standard entry requirements for most courses below. Some courses may have different entry requirements so please visit the relevant course page for more details.
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.
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 and graduates of a bachelor/masters degree from Canada are exempt from IELTS, EXCEPT where graduating from a university in Quebec.
Quebec Only: Pass Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales with a minimum score of 3.0 or IELTS / equivalent
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.
Academic entry requirements
For entry to our Master's programmes, we expect students from Canada to have met the following:
- Bachelor degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.3 for courses requiring a UK 2.2 or with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 for courses requiring a 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 and graduates of a bachelor/masters degree from Canada are exempt from IELTS, EXCEPT where graduating from a university in Quebec.
Quebec Only: Pass Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales with a minimum score of 3.0 or IELTS / equivalent
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.
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.
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.
The magic of the University of Greenwich is its ability to make an individual feel like they belong to a community...
How to apply
For help with applications or any enquiries, please get in touch with Adam Austin (International Recruitment Officer for the Americas and UKI)
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.
Agents
More information for students from Canada
How to apply?
Find out how to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the University of Greenwich.
Financing your studies
As an international student you will be expected to self-finance your studies, but you may be able to receive discounts from your tuition fees.
Visas and immigration
Expert advice on everything from applying for a visa before you start studying to finding work after you graduate.