International Applicants
Applications are considered on individual merits. Qualifications are assessed by experienced admissions staff, with careful consideration to other factors such as work experience. Our experience over many years has shown that our international students perform very well on our courses.The University of Sunderland is dedicated to providing each international student with a high standard of help and support before, during and after your studies with us. The International Office working together with Schools and Services in the university delivers a comprehensive support package.
Enquiries and Applications
We will assist you by providing
an enquiries service to obtain information regarding the University
of Sunderland and its courses. We
will then assist you and guide you through the applications process.
Entry Qualifications
It is not always easy for
international students to equate their qualifications with those of British applicants. The University has
a team of experienced admissions staff who will quickly answer all of your
questions about your application. Each application is considered
on its merits and we give careful consideration to other factors such as work
experience and maturity. Our experience over many years has shown that
international students perform very well on our
courses.
English Language Requirements
If you have not studied on a course where English is the taught language, you will have to offer one of the following or an equivalent qualification:
- British Council IELTS band 6 or above
- TOEFL score of 550 or above or 213 CBT or 79 Internet Based Tests (IBT)
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) grade C or above
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) grades A or B
- 0-level English Language or GCSE English Language, grades A, B or C (UK Exam Board)
- Malaysian SPM 1119, grade 6 or above (only grades 1, 2 and 3 are acceptable for Law)
- Degree in English
Scholarships
The University
of Sunderland offers guaranteed
partial scholarships. If you wish to find out more about the availability of
scholarships please visit our website for international students.
International Enquiries
All enquiries related to international admissions and scholarships should be addressed to:
Admissions Office, The Gateway, Edinburgh Building, City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, UK. Tel: +44 191 515 3000
