International Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | 30 -32 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
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European Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | Overall result of at least 75% to 77%. |
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Other international qualifications
Australia
| Typical offer | Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and between 88% to 85% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER, or a Queensland OP of 4 to 5 or better. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Austria
| Typical offer | Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of beween 2.0- 2.2 or better for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Belgium
| Typical offer | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) or Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs with a good overall average. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Bulgaria
| Typical offer | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with excellent final-year scores (normally 5.5 overall with 6 in key subjects). |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Canada
| Typical offer | Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 70%-75% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses.
British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AABBB to BBBBB from 5 grade 12 courses.
We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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China
| Typical offer | We usually do not accept Senior High School Graduation for direct entry to our undergraduate courses.
However, we may consider you if you have studied one year or more of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution, or if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year.
If you have the Senior High School Graduation, you may be eligible to apply for our International Foundation Year. If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex.
Check which qualifications the International Study Centre accepts for the International Foundation Year. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Croatia
| Typical offer | Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of between 4.2 and 4. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Cyprus
| Typical offer | Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of between 18.5 /20 and 18 /20. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Czech Republic
| Typical offer | Maturita with a good overall average. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Denmark
| Typical offer | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 7 on the new grading scale. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Finland
| Typical offer | Pass Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result of at least EEMM |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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France
| Typical offer | French Baccalauréat with an overall final result of at least 13/20. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Germany
| Typical offer | German Abitur with an overall result of between 2.0 - 2.2 or better. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Greece
| Typical offer | Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18 will be considered for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Hong Kong
| Typical offer | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5,4,4 from three subjects including two electives. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Hungary
| Typical offer | Erettsegi/Matura with a good averageof at least 55544. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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India
| Typical offer | Standard XII results
75% - 80% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE)
80% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE)
80% HSC higher Secondary Certificate ( Maharashtra ) |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Iran
| Typical offer | High School Diploma and Pre-University Certificate. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Ireland
| Typical offer | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1 H2 H2 H3 H3 to H2 H2 H2 H3 H3. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Israel
| Typical offer | Bagrut, with at least 8/10 in at least six subjects, including one five-unit subject. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Italy
| Typical offer | Italian Diploma di Maturità or Diploma Pass di Esame di Stato with a Final Diploma mark of at least 78/100 to 81/100. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Japan
| Typical offer | Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate is suitable for entry to our Foundation Years. Find out more about Foundation Years. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Latvia
| Typical offer | Atestats par Visparejo videjo Izglitibu with very good grades in state exams. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Lithuania
| Typical offer | Brandos Atestatas including scores of 80-90% in at least three state examinations (other than English). |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Luxembourg
| Typical offer | Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Malaysia
| Typical offer | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of ABB-BBB, Matriculation with a least a grade of between 3 to 3.5 or UEC with an overall average grade B3 (75%). |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Netherlands
| Typical offer | Voorereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO), normally with an average of at least 7. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Nigeria
| Typical offer | You are expected to have one of the following:
- Higher National Diploma
- One year at a recognised Nigerian University
- Professional Diploma (Part IV) from the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology of Nigeria
- Advanced Diploma
You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Norway
| Typical offer | Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of 4. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Pakistan
| Typical offer | You can apply for direct entry to Year 1 if you are completing at least two years of Bachelor degree studies.
You'll normally need to complete a Foundation year after taking Intermediate Certificate or the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC). You might choose one of our International Foundation Years at the International Study Centre on campus.
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Poland
| Typical offer | Pass Matura with least 3 Extended level subjects in the 75th percentile.
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Portugal
| Typical offer | Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark of between 17/20 and 16/20. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Romania
| Typical offer | Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average of 8.0 |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Singapore
| Typical offer | A-levels, as well as certain certificates and diplomas. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Slovakia
| Typical offer | Pass Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Maturita) with an average grade of 2.0 from 4 subjects
Please note: Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Slovenia
| Typical offer | Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 23 points overall. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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South Africa
| Typical offer | National Senior Certificate with very good grades. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Spain
| Typical offer | Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result of between 7.5 and 8. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Sri Lanka
| Typical offer | Sri Lankan A-levels. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Sweden
| Typical offer | Fullstandigt Slutbetyg/Högskoleförberedande Examen with a total of 2,500 credits to include B grades in the majority of subjects.
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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Switzerland
| Typical offer | Federal Maturity Certificate. |
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| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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USA
| Typical offer | We look at your full profile taking into account everything you are studying, including the high school graduation diploma, Grade 12 GPA, SAT tests and subject tests and/or ACT grades We are particularly interested in AP tests and would ideally like to see 3 good AP scores.
Advanced Placement Tests with scores of between 5,4,4 to 4,4,4 in 3 AP subjects.
If you have taken the SAT reasoning tests we'd normally expect a combined score of at least 1300 and will look for around 600 in relevant subject tests.
If you've taken the ACT we'd expect to see a composite score of at least 26. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
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If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic)
6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component
IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.
If you are applying for degree-level study we can consider your IELTS test from any test centre, but if you require a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) for an English language or pre-sessional English course (not combined with a degree) the test must be taken at a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)-approved IELTS test centre.
Find out more about IELTS
Other English language requirements
Proficiency tests
Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)
176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill
We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill
We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency.
Pearson (PTE Academic)
62 overall, including at least 56 in all four skills.
PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic).
TOEFL (iBT)
88 overall, including at least 20 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.
TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about TOEFL (iBT).
The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.
English language qualifications
AS/A-level (GCE)
Grade C or above in English Language.
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English
GCE O-level
Grade C or above in English.
Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
GCSE or IGCSE
Grade C or above in English as a First Language (grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).
Grade B or above in English as a Second Language
German Abitur
A score of 12 or above in English.
Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate
If awarded before 1993: grades 1-6 in English language.
If awarded between 1993 and 2005: grades A-D in English language.
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.
Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)
The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only: 70%
Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English: 70%
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
English A or English B at grade 5 or above.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Grades A – C in English
Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 119/GCE O-level
If taken before the end of 2008: grades 1-5 in English Language.
If taken from 2009 onwards: grade C or above in English Language.
The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).
West African Senior School Certificate
Grades 1-6 in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).
Country exceptions
Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries
If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirements. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.
You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.
Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.
List of exempt countries
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada**
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA
** Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.
