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Undergraduate academic requirements

All applications will be considered however, we do highly recommend the following qualifications to strengthen your application:

Applicants who have completed the following qualifications will normally be accepted for undergraduate entry:

• National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao, 高考) with an average total score of 70%
• Graduation Certificate Specialist (Zhuanke)

Postgraduate academic requirements

Applicants who have attained a Bachelor Degree from a recognised institution may be considered for postgraduate entry.

2:1 equivalent 

• Chinese degree (%): 75-80

2:2 equivalent

• Chinese degree (%): 70-75

In addition to the information above, there may be entry requirements specific to your chosen Degree Programme. We will also consider relevant work experience. Contact a representative in your county or the Regional Manager for more information.

English language requirements

We understand English may not be your first language and will accept a wide range of English Language tests to support your application. We also offer Pre-Sessional English Language programmes and In-sessional English Language Programmes.

If you have already completed an English Language qualification, please include the test results alongside your application as supporting documentation.

You can apply for the programme before you complete an English language qualification or if you are still studying. We will assess your application, including your personal statement and any qualifications you have already attained.

If you are suitable for the programme we will send you a Conditional Offer. This will explain which grades you need to be accepted onto the programme, and the deadline to provide supporting documentation.

There may be other conditions also, check the programme page for more information on entry requirements and contact us if you have any questions.

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Tuition fees

View our tuition fees for 2024/25.

Please note: tuition fees do not include accommodation.

Scholarships and funding

We are offering a number if £3,000 scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

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You can apply directly through our website for many of our programmes. Below you will find step-by-step guides to help you through the application process:

• Undergraduate
• Postgraduate
• PGCE

Once your application is submitted, it will be assessed by our Admissions office. If information is missing from your application you may be emailed for further documentation before your application can be processed.

Visas and immigration

Before you begin studying in the UK, you may require a Student visa. At St Mary’s we strictly adhere to UK Visa and Immigration regulations and will require you provide supporting documentation which meets UK government guidelines.

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