SOAS University of London

English Language Requirements:

Details of many of the English language qualifications that SOAS University of London accepts with minimum scores for Undergraduate and Postgraduate applicants are provided below. University considers these qualifications alongside other evidence of English language ability, such as your references, curriculum vitae, or personal statement.

Undergraduate Courses:

• 1) IELTS: 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in all subscores
• 2) TOEFL: 95/23 in writing, 20 in other subscores
• 3) PTE: 65/60

Postgraduate Courses:

• 1) IELTS: 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in all subscores
• 2) TOEFL: 95/23 in writing, 20 in other subscores
• 3) PTE: 65/60

Note:

1) Duolingo or, TOEFL Essentials test, & LanguageCert not accept.

2) Please look at detailed English language qualification requirements before proceeding.

Academic Requirement:

SOAS’s student population of more than 5500 includes international students from more than 133 countries, yet SOAS’s relatively small size ensures that it offers a friendly and welcoming environment. Whilst you can find specific details of SOAS’s international qualification requirements under the ‘Your Country’ page.

Undergraduate Courses:

The degree programme pages list A-level entry requirements, which vary from programme to programme. In addition to A levels, university accept a wide range of alternative UK and International qualifications. Many applicants may choose to take a combination of qualifications, such as A-levels and BTEC. The Admissions team will consider all of the qualifications and make a decision based on A-level equivalency and suitability, depending on your chosen programme of study.

For some specific courses (like, BSc Economics, BA Economics / BSc Development Economics, BSc Accounting & Finance / BSc Management etc.) must met certain specific requirements (where applicable) in addition to the programme entry requirements.

You can also check the individual course page to get more clarification about the entry requirements of your desired course.

Postgraduate Courses:

SOAS University of London normally considers all applications with an undergraduate degree at a high 2:2 or above.

In addition to degree classification, the admissions team takes into account other elements of the application including supporting statements and references. While references are optional, they can help build a stronger application profile if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.

The country information below outlines international and EU qualifications equivalent to a 2:2 UK degree. Please remember to check individual degree programme pages for any subject-specific entry requirements.