English language requirements

All international applicants for LJMU courses are required to have an internationally recognised English language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL.

For International Foundation Programme : 4.5 for IELTS or 480 for TOEFL(PBT) or 150 for TOEFL(CBT) or 52 TOEFL(IBT)

For Undergraduate Programmes : 6.0 for IELTS or 560 for TOEFL(PBT) or 220 for TOEFL(CBT) or 83 TOEFL(IBT)

For Postgraduate Programmes : 6.0-6.5 for IELTS or 580 for TOEFL(PBT) or 233 for TOEFL(CBT) or 90-91 TOEFL(IBT)

Entry onto our Undergraduate programmes-(BA, BSc, BEng)

We are happy to consider a number of qualifications for direct entry onto our undergraduate bachelor degree programmes. All applications for undergraduate programmes must be made through UCAS.

A Level

Applicants with a minimum of 3 A levels or 2 A levels + 2 AS levels will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.

International Baccalaureate

Applicants with a minimum of 28 points will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.

Foundation Programmes

If you do not meet the above entry criteria, we offer a programme that will improve your English and academic ability. Our Foundation Year will prepare you for undergraduate study and, on successful completion, you will be guaranteed entry onto a wide range of our undergraduate degree programmes.

For Entry onto our Postgraduate Taught Programmes-(MA, MSc)

Holders of a good bachelor degree from National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technical University and Singapore Management University will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate diploma or masters programmes.

For Entry onto our MBA programme

Holders of a good bachelor degree from National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technical University and Singapore Management University will be considered for direct admission.

For Entry onto our Executive MBA programme

Holders of a good bachelor degree from National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technical University and Singapore Management University and at least 3 years¡ä post-graduation work experience will be considered for direct admission to the Executive MBA.

For Entry to Postgraduate Research Programmes-(MPhil, PhD)

Holders of a good bachelor degree and a good masters degree from a recognised Singaporean university will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate research programmes If you are in any doubt about whether you are eligible to study at LJMU, please contact the International Office.