Ulster university

Ulster University is the largest university in Northern Ireland. It opened in 1968 and merged with Ulster Polytechnic in 1984. It has six campuses: Belfast, Derry, Coleraine, Jordanstown, London, and Birmingham on the UK mainland. More than 27,000 students choose Ulster every year, including international students from more than 100 countries.

It is ranked in the top 150 global institutions under 50 years of age in the Times Higher Education 150 Under 50 World University rankings. It’s also scored highly in the National Student Survey, with 87% satisfaction rates.

Our Birmingham campus has a great location in the city center, close to the main New Street rail station in the Centre City building. We have excellent teaching facilities and an experienced faculty that compliments our cosy, intimate campus that is geared towards learning and employment.

The Ulster University acceptance rate is 81%.

In the Global Student Living Awards 2023, Ulster University became a finalist in the category for the best moving-in experience in the UK and Ireland. On-campus accommodation is situated on its £250 million campus at Belfast, newly opened as of September 2021, with a mix of bedrooms, en-suite rooms, & studios available. Students have 24-hour support, On-site laundry facilities, Fitness studio, Karaoke room, Games area, TV room, Bike storage, Communal lounge, In-house housekeeping, and a rooftop terrace 123 York Street is another Belfast campus accommodation option located just two minutes from classrooms, with near-identical amenities included.

Ulster University’s campuses each offer an individual experience, from the lively nightlife and culture of Belfast to the scenery of the Causeway Coast. This includes many of the filming locations from Game of Thrones as well as the birthplace of the Titanic.

Northern Ireland is the most affordable region for international students in the UK to live, work, and study. Consumer prices in Belfast are 72.4% cheaper than in London, while restaurant prices are 22.28% cheaper.

Course Entry requirement English language requirement Pre-Sessional Standard

• The academic entry requirements of your progression course apply

IELTS 5.5 with a maximum of one band score at 5.0 (no band scores under 5.0 therefore acceptable), or equivalent Pre-Sessional Plus

• The academic entry requirements of your progression course apply

IELTS 5.0 with a maximum of one band score at 4.5, or equivalent.

Undergraduate degrees

For those without formal entry requirements, applications will also be considered on the basis of experiential learning.

Course Entry requirement English language requirement BSc Hons Accounting with Management

• Grades BCC at A Level, or international equivalent
• Grade C* in GCSE Maths, or equivalent

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language: Grade 4 overall, with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub-skills

OR Indian Standard XII English: Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC-C6

BSc Hons Computing Systems

• Grades CCC at A Level, or international equivalent
• Grade C in GCSE English Language and Grade C in GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language: Grade 4 overall, with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub-skills

OR Indian Standard XII English: Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC-C6.

Pre-Masters

Course Entry requirement English language requirement Graduate Certificate

• A third or a pass in a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline,
• A pass in a non-honours degree with any classification in any discipline, or
• 3 year Diploma (DAZhuan) or equivalent (China only)

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language: Grade 4 overall, with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub-skills

OR Indian Standard XII English: Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC-C6

Extended MSc International Business

• A third or a pass in a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, or
• A pass in a non-honours degree with any classification in any discipline, or
• 3 year Diploma (DAZhuan) or equivalent (China only)

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language – Grade 4 overall with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub skills

OR Indian Standard XII English – Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC – C6

Extended MSc Marketing

• A third or a pass in a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, or
• A pass in a non-honours degree with any classification in any discipline, or
• 3 year Diploma (DAZhuan) or equivalent (China only)

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language – Grade 4 overall with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub skills

OR Indian Standard XII English – Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC – C6

Postgraduate degrees

For those without formal entry requirements, applications will also be considered on the basis of experiential learning. 

Course Entry requirement English language requirement MSc International Business 2:2 (second class) honours degree, or equivalent IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language – Grade 4 overall with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub skills

OR Indian Standard XII English – Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC – C6

MSc Marketing 2:2 (second class) honours degree in a related area, or equivalent IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language – Grade 4 overall with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub skills

OR Indian Standard XII English – Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC – C6

MBA 2:2 (second class) honours degree, or equivalent. Applicants would normally have 2 years’ relevant work experience.IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5, or equivalent

OR HKDSE English Language – Grade 4 overall with no less that 3 in any of the 4 sub skills

OR Indian Standard XII English – Minimum of 70% (in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or Indian Certificate in Secondary Education (ICSE) only)

OR WAEC – C6. 

Northern Ireland is the most affordable region for international students in the UK to live, work and study. Consumer prices in Belfast are 72.4% cheaper than London while restaurant prices are 22.28% cheaper. Birmingham also offers a relatively cheaper price.

Ulster University’s campuses each offer an individual experience, from the lively nightlife and culture of Belfast to the scenery of the Causeway Coast. This includes many of the filming locations from Game of Thrones as well as the birthplace of the Titanic. There is an international orientation programme to help students settle in, English language support and student clubs where you can meet fellow international students.

Ulster University has one of the highest further study and employment rates in the UK, with over 92% of graduates being in work or further study six months after graduation. Its award-winning Career Development Centre, located on each campus, offers friendly and impartial support with career planning and provides advice on developing student’s employability skills.