The University of Sheffield
Prospective International Students - South & Central America

Entry requirements/ How to Apply

We have been welcoming students from South America for many years and our staff are increasingly familiar with the education system and qualifications.

High entrance requirements for our degree programmes at Sheffield reflect the quality of the University. Please contact us for more information on entry requirements for South American applicants.

How to apply for undergraduate programmes

How to apply for postgraduate taught programmes

Applications for Postgraduate Research Programmes

English language entry requirements

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 to undergraduate or postgraduate study is IELTS 6 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