International Studies & Academic English

Applicants must possess a first or upper second class honours degree or overseas equivalent. We are looking for a background which demonstrates excellent academic potential and will consider applications from students with a non social science background. You should have a GPA of 3.25 or above and will also need to show that you have the minimum standard of English for this programme, which is currently an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5), or TOEFL equivalencies of a minimum of 18 in Reading, Listening and Writing, and 20 in Speaking with an overall minimum score of 80. All language qualifications are valid for 2 years only. Direct progression to the second year for those who meet the required standard.