King's College London

Entry Requirements

UK applicants

Standard requirements

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Programme specific requirements

BSc/BA degree with 2:1 (Honours) in an appropriate discipline, for example a Social Science subject, or a professional qualification such as a Nursing or Medicine degree.

In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

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English language requirements

English language band: D

Selection Process

Applications must be made online using King's Apply, the Admissions Portal. A non-refundable application fee of £85 applies. All applications are assessed by an admissions tutor. All those made a conditional offer will be invited for a short informal interview.

For those wishing to apply to the Global Surgery pathway, please indicate this on your personal statement.

Personal statement and supporting information

You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Personal Statement	Yes	Please submit a one-page (maximum) personal statement with your application, explaining why you wish to apply for this programme and why you feel it matches your interests, academic background, and, if relevant, your career plans and what you feel you would bring to the course and fellow students. Please include details of your previous exposure to the subject of global health, eg through coursework on your undergraduate degree, voluntary work, career interests etc. If you wish to apply for the Global Surgery pathway, please indicate this on your personal statement.
Previous Academic Study	Yes	A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
References	Yes	One reference is required, professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.
Other	Optional	You may also wish to include a CV (Resume) or evidence of professional registration as part of your application.