Entry requirements for students from India
We have been welcoming students from India for many years and our staff are very familiar with the Indian education system and qualifications.
High entrance requirements for our degree programmes at Sheffield reflect the quality of the University.
All applicants are required to have an internationally recognised English language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum score that is accepted for entry is IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL Paper Based 550 or TOEFL Computer Based 213. Some departments may require a higher score.
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English language entry requirements - find out more
The information below is for guidance only.
For Entry to Undergraduate Programmes e.g. BSc, BA, BEng/ MEng
A variety of qualifications can be considered for direct admission to undergraduate bachelor degree programmes.
All applications for undergraduate programmes should be made through UCAS.
Indian Standard XII qualification
Applicants with a minimum aggregate of 75% and 80% in key subjects at Standard XII from the CBSE, ICSE or Maharashtra Board, will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate degree programmes.
Applicants who have followed the West Bengal State Board Standard XII exam with a minimum aggregate of 65% and 70% in key subjects will also be considered for direct admission to undergraduate degree programmes.
A Level
Applicants with a minimum of 3 A levels or 2 A levels + 2 AS levels will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.
International Baccalaureate
Applicants with a minimum of 28 points will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.
Sheffield International College
Sheffield International College provides undergraduate foundation programmes specifically designed for students seeking entry into the University of Sheffield that do not meet the above entry criteria.
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For Entry to Postgraduate Taught Programmes e.g. MA, MSc
Holders of a three year bachelor degree with a minimum of 60% or "first class" from a reputable university will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate diploma or taught masters programmes.
Holders of a four year bachelor degree in science, engineering or technology degrees with a minimum of 55% or "second class" from a reputable university will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate diploma or taught masters programmes.
For Entry to the MBA
Holders of a good bachelor degree from a reputable university and at least 3 years' post-graduation work experience will be considered for direct admission to our AMBA accredited MBA. Students are also required to have a 7.0 IELTS score.
Applicants must be at least 25 years old by the time the programme starts.
Sheffield International College
Sheffield International College provides a number of pre-Masters programmes specifically designed for students seeking entry into the University of Sheffield that do not meet the above entry criteria.
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For Entry to Postgraduate Research Programmes e.g. MPhil, PhD, New Route PhD
Holders of a bachelor degree with a minimum of 60% or "first class" from a reputable university and a good masters degree with a minimum of 60% from a recognised university, will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate research programmes.
In exceptional cases, applicants with only a bachelor degree with a minimum of 60% from a reputable university may be considered for direct admission to postgraduate research programmes.
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