The University has a long history of accepting Sri Lankan students onto its degree programmes; examples in recent years include Architecture, Biomedical Science, Built Environment, Business, Chemistry, Design, Electrical And Electronic Engineering, Fashion, Finance, Management and many more.
Students who join Northumbria University will enjoy teaching that is both research informed and practice led, with strong links to industry and professional bodies. Many of our programmes are professionally accredited and give students opportunities to directly engage with real world projects and challenges. Our campuses are designed to provide you with a vibrant and friendly environment in which to study and live so that you have the support you need in order to make the most of your time with us.
For details on our English Language Requirements and Pre-Sessional Courses visit our English Language Centre pages.
Although some courses have specific requirements for entry, Northumbria will consider any qualification for entry to its courses.
| For entry to: | You will need: | Grade Required: |
|---|---|---|
| IFP | General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) | 75% / A / Distinction |
| General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) | May be considered if entry requirements for target course are not met. Applications will be evaluated on a case by case basis | |
| 1st Year Undergraduate | General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) | As per course A Level requirements |
| National Certificate | 65% / B / Very Good Pass | |
| Postgraduate Programmes | Bachelor General Degree | B+ / 3.3 / Second Upper |
| Bachelor Special Degree / Professional Degree | B / 3.0 / Second Lower for courses requiring a 2:2 B+ / 3.3 / Second Upper for courses requiring a 2:1 |
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| Graduate Certificate | Bachelor General Degree | C+ / 2.3 / Pass |
| Bachelor Special Degree / Professional Degree | C / 2.0 / Pass |
Please note these are general guidelines. Actual requirements will vary depending on your chosen course of study. Decisions will also be made on personal statements, additional application information, the actual institution where you studied, the courses you studied and not just your final course grading. Northumbria courses have specific requirements, full details of which can be found by clicking our Course link.
Business Management School
591 Galle Road | Colombo 6
To find out more events for international students, please view our International Events page.
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