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We know that moving to study to a new country is exciting, but the process can seem complex. We have plenty of support to help you apply to Abertay University.
Contact me if you have any questions at all, I'm happy to help.
Beth Thomas, International Officer
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Typical minimum entry requirements.
These may be higher for some programmes and certain subjects may be required.
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A levels: CCC
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International Baccalaureate: 28 points, to include any essential subject
at S5 or H4.
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US High School Diploma: A High School Diploma GPA of 3.0 (on a 4-point
scale) plus ONE of:
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SAT Minimum 1100,(550 on each)
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ACT minimum score of 25
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Three AP Tests at minimum grade 3.
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Requirements may be higher for different programmes, or have specific prerequisites. Please check the programme page on our website for details.
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Please check the full list of entry requirements by country on each programme.
Postgraduate
For entry onto our postgraduate programmes, we typically require a good Bachelor with Honours or Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
English language requirements
All courses at Abertay are taught in English. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to demonstrate to us that you meet our requirements in written and spoken English before you come. We accept a range of English language certifications, all listed below.
Accepted English language qualifications include:
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IELTS - overall score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5.
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TOEFL - overall score of 78 (individual elements: L-17, R-18, S-20, W-17).
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Cambridge FCE/CAE/CPE - overall score of 169 on Cambridge Grading Scale.
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International Baccalaureate - English B at S5 or H4, English A no specific grade required.
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European Baccalaureate - English Language 1 at grade 6 or English Language 2 at grade 7.
How to apply to Abertay
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (UG) degree applications are made through UCAS, the UK's University & Colleges Admissions Service. Applications from everywhere in the world must be made through this system.
Read our guide below for more information.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (PG) degree applications can be made directly to Abertay through your selected programme page. Please visit your chosen postgraduate programme page on our website and select 'Apply Now' in the top navigation.
Scholarships
We offer scholarships to international students studying on our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Search all international scholarships and bursaries
Tuition fees
Tuition fees for international students will vary depending on your programme of study. Please visit your chosen programme page on our website for more information.
If you are self-funding your studies, you are expected to have sufficient funds available to cover your tuition fees before the start of each academic year. All international students are required to pay the whole annual fee in advance. Payment of tuition fees will take place before or during registration.
