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Entry requirements

English language entry requirements

If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that you can read, write, speak and understand English to a satisfactory level.

English language requirements, for the majority of our Bachelors and taught Masters courses, are normally a minimum of:

For some courses where communication is especially important the grades required may be higher and a minimum score in individual components may be requested.

Academic entry requirements

If you followed the Thai system of education then this is our guideline for the normal entry requirements. Your application will be studied by an admissions tutor so it is important that you take the time to include information about your academic background and you as a person!

International Foundation Certificate

If you have completed 12 years of schooling in your own country and have achieved a minimum of IELTS (Academic) 5.0*, you now have the option of undertaking a one year BU International Foundation Certificate before entering a Bachelors (undergraduate) course.

* For some courses the IELTS requirement will be higher.

Undergraduate courses

  • Maw 6 (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate)
    Upper Secondary School leavers generally require a 1-year international foundation programme in the UK such as the BU International Foundation Certificate.
  • Associate Degree / Diploma in Vocational or Technical Education
    Graduates can be eligible for direct Year 1 entry to UK undergraduate programmes depending on the subject.

How to apply for an undergraduate course at BU.

Top-up courses

  • Higher Diploma in Vocational or Technical Education - depending on minimum grades and relevant subjects.

How to apply for a top-up course at BU.

Postgraduate courses

  • If you have been awarded a Thai Bachelor’s degree by a recognised higher education institution and subject to minimum grades and relevant subjects, you can be considered for entry to a taught Masters Programme.

How to apply for a postgraduate course at BU.

Research programmes

  • A postgraduate degree. Thai Masters degree holders may be considered for entry to research programmes subject to minimum grades and areas of study.

How to apply for a research programme at BU.