English language requirement

• GCSE English Language grade C or Grade 4, or above

• Country equivalencies for GCSE English Language grade C/4 as defined on the Qualification Database

• iGCSE English as a First Language grade C, Second Language grade B, in all four elements

• International Baccalaureate English grade 4 at either standard or higher level where the IB meets the normal, academic, entrance requirements

• AS Level in English Language or English Literature

• A level in English Language or  English Literature

• European Baccalaureate English 6 (Language 1/2) or 7 (Language 3)

• Successful completion of a University of Surrey Pre-sessional English Language programme immediately preceding the main degree programme

• Pearsons Test of English - the test must have been taken within two years of the start of the course

• IELTS (Academic) - the test must have been taken within two years of the start of the course

• TOEFL (ibt)- the test must have been taken within two years of the start of the course

• Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE) - the test must have been taken within two years of the start of the course

• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English

• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English

• International Foundation Year: Academic IELTS for UKVI** 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in all subskills)

• Extended International Foundation Year: Academic IELTS for UKVI** 5.5 (minimum 5.0 in all subskills)

Undergraduate
Applicants taking non-UK qualifications must obtain a suitable equivalent for entry to undergraduate study. The table below shows grade equivalencies for the selected country.

If you do not meet the entry requirements, we also offer a pathway to undergraduate study with the International Foundation Year at the university's International Study Centre.

Subject requirements

For courses that have specific subject requirements at A-level:

All applicants for undergraduate courses must also meet a minimum standard in English and Mathematics.

English: Standard XII, English 70% (or 60% from West Bengal Exam Board).

Mathematics:  Standard XII,

• Mathematics Pass.

• All India Secondary School Examination, C2.

• Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Examination, 6.

Some courses may require higher grades in English and Mathematics and/or additional subjects, so please check the requirements provided on individual course pages.

Postgraduate

Holders of Bachelor's degrees, with high scores in appropriate subjects from a Central or State University will be considered for postgraduate Masters programmes. Holders of Masters degrees will be considered for MPhil/PhD study. For courses that require a 2.1, students would need to have achieved between 60%-75%. For courses that require a 2.2, students would need to have achieved between 55%-60%.

Staying in University-managed accommodation, you will find it easy to settle in and feel at home when you move to Surrey. Share with students studying different courses, from all over the world. University-managed accommodation is the ideal place to make great new friends. Options to suit you choose from our range of self-catered student housing to suit all budgets. Arranged in Courts of Residence, they give you a living space to make your own. You will find them within easy reach of the International Study Centre, whether you get here on foot or by bus.

Great locations

Manor Park is a car-free student village in an area of wonderful natural beauty. Here you will find over 1,800 en-suite rooms, only a twenty minute walk from Stag Hill campus. Manor Park has a cafe and it is easy to get to the Olympic-standard facilities at Surrey Sports Park from here. Stag Hill campus is the main site, close to all the main campus amenities. Guildford town centre is a ten-minute walk away. Hazel Farm is only two miles from Stag Hill campus, and a little over three miles away from the International Study Centre. It is an ideal choice if you are looking for a more affordable option. A regular, free bus service takes you to and from campus.

What is included?

All rooms include a bed, desk and chair, reading lamp, bookshelf and clothing storage. Kitchens are supplied with a cooker, fridge and freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, iron and ironing board. You will also have broadband internet connection and personal belongings insurance. With easy access to these daily living amenities means you will find your room comfortable.

All Courts also provide a communal TV room (except Bellerby Court). Most apartments are mixed gender but single-sex apartments are available in most Courts. All communal areas and bedrooms are non-smoking. Bedding is not supplied. You can buy bedding packs from the University’s online shop. You will also need to supply your own cutlery, crockery and kitchenware. Please secure your accommodation before arriving in the UK to study. This will ensure that you have no difficulty confirming your course at immigration or police registration (if required).

• Request accommodation when you apply for the International Study Centre.*

• Confirm your place at the International Study Centre. Our accommodation team will then contact you with your University Student ID and an invitation to apply for accommodation online.

• Apply for accommodation online. The University will then send you a room offer.

• Accept the room offer by signing and returning the Occupancy Agreement to the University and making all due payments. Please read the University of Surrey’s terms & conditions and accommodation cancellation policy.

UG: All self-funding students will receive a scholarship of £2,000 a year. All outstanding international students (e.g. 1st class, A grade) will receive a scholarship of £4,000 per year.

PG: All self-funding international students will receive a scholarship of £2,000. All outstanding international students (e.g. 1st class honors degree holders) will be automatically considered for a scholarship of £4,000.

There are a number of scholarships available to undergraduate and postgraduate students:

• GREAT Surrey Scholarships 2017

• Surrey MBA Scholarships

• Editex Thesis Write-up Scholarship

• Surrey International Scholarship for Excellence

There are numerous other scholarships. Please refer to the university website for detailed qualifications required.

Other scholarships
You can also apply for the British Government's Chevening Scholarships, and a variety of private agencies and charities for scholarships, bursaries and grants to study in the UK. For more information visit the British Council website or the UK Council for International Student Affairs website.

Some key facts of University of Surrey

• World University Rankings 2017 : 251-300

• The Guardian University League Tables 2018:  10

• QS World University Ranking 2018: 272

• Students. Over 16,000 students at Surrey.

• Contribution. £1.8 billion contribution to national economy.

• Placements. 2,300+ placement partners.

• Alumni. More than 120,000 graduates in 175 countries.

• Research. Over 100 companies at the Surrey Research Park.