University of Buckingham

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Courses at University of Buckingham

Postgraduate

Entry requirements by country

43 countries

Foundation

Academic

Foundation pathways provide a bridge between school study in your home country and undergraduate study at a UK university. These pathways lead to undergraduate programmes in the Schools of Business, Sciences or Humanities. All the courses are taught by subject specialist staff at Buckingham, so you will be part of university life from your first day. Applicants from the US must have obtained a High School Graduation Diploma (HSGD) and at least two Advanced Placement tests (AP) with scores of 3 or above.

English language

Examination Minimum Grade IELTS Average of 6.5 (with 6.0 or above in each component) (See also: Approved English language tests which include a list of approved tests and providers.) TOEFL* (iBT) 79 (minimum component scores of Listening 12, Reading 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21). Accepted for Undergraduate level courses or above. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) 176-184 with a minimum of 175 in each component Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)** 59-65 (with 4 minimum component scores of 59) Skills for English B2 Pass with Merit WAEC/NECO*** Minimum grade for entry is C4, B3, B2 and A1 LanguageCert Academic Test Centre and Online Average 70 (with 65 or above in each component) Indian National Boards - CBSE or CISCE**** Score of 75% in English (additional interviewing conditions may also apply). Indian 12th Standard Examination**** Score of 75% in English (additional interviewing conditions may also apply). iGCSE English as First Language C iGCSE English as Second Language B International Baccalaureate: English 4 at SL or HL * Please use code 8775 when indicating The University of Buckingham as a score recipient. We will then receive your results…

Undergraduate

Academic

If you are considering enrolling as a full time undergraduate student at The University of Buckingham you need to have a HSGD with a GPA 3.0 plus one of: A score of 1100+ on the SAT (out of 1600) Advanced Placement tests (APT) three subjects with a score of 4 or 5 ACTs with a minimum of 26 plus three SATS with minimum scores of 600 in each One year US university with a GPA 3.0 Combinations of any of the above are also acceptable. The grades quoted above give an indication of a typical offer; at the Admissions Tutor’s discretion, alternative qualifications or gradings may be considered. All applications will be considered individually and work experience and other interdisciplinary achievements are taken into consideration when deciding upon all applications. Applicants may also be offered telephone, Microsoft Team or similar interviews.

English language

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

In order to study at postgraduate level (Master’s degree), you will generally need to have attained: A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised higher education institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 (the level will differ for each school of study). A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised higher education institution equivalent to a British Bachelor’s (Honours) degree, with a minimum of a 2:2 (the level will differ for each school of study). NB: The grades quoted above give an indication of a typical offer; at the Admissions Tutor’s discretion, alternative qualifications or gradings may be considered. All applications will be considered individually and work experience and other interdisciplinary achievements are taken into consideration when deciding upon all applications. Applicants may also be invited to interview. Please use the below to send us your SAT and/or AP score reports: University of Buckingham Designated Institution (DI) code: 9090 Our American students Kevin Campoy (Communication, Media and Journalism) After being educated from an early age in the USA I wanted to experience something new and studying in England seemed the perfect option. Buckingham’s 2 year degree program means that I can complete an honours degree but not spend too much time away from home. Your International Officer The International Office is always here to assist you with your application and let you know what documentation you need to prepare, so do not hesitate to call or email. Agents We work closely with counsellors and overseas representatives who can advise you on how to apply for your degree as well as in completing your visa application. You are not obliged to make an application through an agent but we strongly recommend that you consult with them if you require a visa counselling service. Marshall Scholarships Marshall Scholarships are open for application for American students that study in the UK. Find out more on the Marshall Scholarships website.

English language

Examination Minimum Grade IELTS Average of 6.5 (with 6.0 or above in each component) Except for: MA English Literature by Research and all our London-based MA degrees by Research which require a minimum grade for IELTS of 7.0 (with 6.5 or above in each component) MA Biography by Research minimum grade for IELTS is 7.5 PhD Accounting minimum grade for IELTS is 7.0 (See also: Approved English language tests which includes a list of approved tests and providers.) TOEFL* (iBT) 79 (minimum component scores of Listening 12, Reading 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21). Accepted for Undergraduate level courses or above. Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)** 59-65 (with 4 minimum component scores of 59) Skills for English B2 Pass with Merit WAEC/NECO*** Minimum grade for entry is C4, B3, B2 and A1 LanguageCert Academic Test Centre and Online Average 70 (with 65 or above in each component) Indian National Boards - CBSE or CISCE**** Score of 75% in English (additional interviewing conditions may also apply). Applicants would need to take IELTS if there are any gaps in study, such as working/care leave etc. since graduation from a course taught through the medium of English for more than…

From University of Buckingham's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.

Scholarships

4 scholarships

Beloff Scholarships£2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)postgraduate

Award: £2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)
Number of awards: 2 per year (avg)
Who can apply: UK, All International
Covers: Tuition fees
Study mode: full_time
Intake: September 2026

Two scholarships of £2,500 are available to students who show an interest in and passion for political economy applied to public policy and who join the programme in September.

Eligibility

Two scholarships of £2,250 are available to students who show an interest in and passion for political economy applied to public policy and who join the programme in September. Criteria and eligibility To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates need to: explain in 800 words their plans following the end of the programme and their interest in applied political economy. Matched courses To qualify for the scholarship, an application to the following programme listed below is required. Political Economy (Distance Learning) MA (Res), (1 year)

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

You need an application ID to submit an application for this scholarship, which you receive after submitting your application to one of our courses. Ensure your course application is submitted before applying for our scholarships.

Diversity in Computing Bursary£2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)undergraduate

Award: £2,000.00 (US$ 2,583)
Number of awards: Not specified
Who can apply: UK, All International
Covers: Tuition fees
Study mode: full_time
Intake: September 2026, January 2027

We are delighted to offer a £2,000 scholarship or a bursary to female, undergraduate Computing students.

Eligibility

Designed to inspire more young women to pursue a career in computer science and IT. The School of Computing of The University of Buckingham is committed to inspiring more young women to pursue careers in computing and IT. We are delighted to offer a £2,000 scholarship or a bursary to female, undergraduate Computing students. Criteria and eligibility Scholarship candidates need to: be a female undertaking one of the undergraduate Computing courses listed below. Matched courses To qualify for the scholarship, an application to one of the programmes listed below is required. Courses start in both January and September. Business Management with Applied Computing BSc (Hons), (2 years and 1 term) Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing with Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing with Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing with Business Management BSc (Hons), (2 years and 1 term) Computing with Business Management with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years)

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

You need an application ID to submit an application for this bursary, which you receive after submitting your application to one of our courses. Ensure your course application is submitted before applying for our bursaries.

International Undergraduate High Achiever Scholarship£2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)undergraduate

Award: £2,500.00 (US$ 3,229)
Number of awards: Not specified
Who can apply: All International
Covers: Tuition fees
Study mode: full_time
Intake: September 2026, January 2027

This scholarship is for a £2,500 fee reduction, paid in four termly instalments throughout your first year of study.

Eligibility

Fee reduction of £2,500 for international undergraduates with high grades. This scholarship is for a £2,500 fee reduction, paid in four termly instalments throughout your first year of study. Criteria and eligibility To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates need to: be studying at undergraduate level have achieved the equivalent of AAB at A level in your local qualifications. Matched courses To qualify for the scholarship, an application to one of the programmes listed below is required. Courses start in both January and September. Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons), (2 years) Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years) Business Economics BSc (Econ) (Hons), (2 years) Business Economics with integrated Foundation BSc (Econ) (Hons), (3 years) Business Management (including work placement year) BSc (Hons), (3 years) Business Management BSc (Hons), (2 years) Business Management with Applied Computing BSc (Hons), (2 years and 1 term) Business Management with Entrepreneurship BSc (Hons), (2 years) Business Management with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing (Cyber Security) BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing with Accounting and Finance BSc (Hons), (2 years) Computing with Accounting and Finance with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years) Computing with Business Management BSc (Hons), (2 years and 1 term) Computing with Business Management with integrated Foundation BSc (Hons), (3 years)

Academic excellence

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Postgraduate First-Class Scholarshippostgraduate

Number of awards: Not specified
Who can apply: UK, All International
Covers: Tuition fees
Study mode: full_time
Intake: September 2026

The scholarship will reduce tuition fees by 33% for new UK and international postgraduate students.

Eligibility

The scholarship will reduce tuition fees by 33% for new UK and international postgraduate students. All awards are subject to your meeting the University’s academic entry requirements and abiding by the University’s rules and regulations. Not available for School of Education courses, Postgraduate Certificates or Diplomas. Criteria and eligibility To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates need to: be a new student to Buckingham hold a First Class Bachelor’s Honours degree that is recognised to UK standard or the equivalent level of qualification from other countries have been offered a place to study at Buckingham. Current Buckingham undergraduate students wishing to continue on to postgraduate studies with us are eligible for a separate range of fee discounts based on their academic achievement at undergraduate level. Matched courses To qualify for the scholarship, an application to one of the following programmes listed below is required. 20th Century British History PhD, (3 years) 20th-Century British History MA (Res), (2 years) Accounting PhD, (3 years) Accounting and Finance MSc, (1 year) Applied Data Science MSc, (1 year) Art Market, Provenance and the History of Collecting MA, (2 years) Biography MA (Res), (2 years) Biography PhD, (6 years) Biomedical Science MSc (Res), (1 year) Biomedical Sciences PhD, (6 years) Caribbean and Latin American Studies PhD, (6 years) Computing MSc (Res), (2 years) Computing PhD, (6 years) Country House Studies MA (Res), (2 years) Country House Studies PhD, (6 years) Covert Action, HUMINT and the Psychology of Intelligence Elicitation MA (Res), (2 years) Cultural Politics PhD, (6 years)

Academic excellence

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University of Buckingham

Courses at University of Buckingham

MSc Cyber Security

MA Biography by Research

MBA Strategic Leadership

MSc Business by Research

Assessment Only (AO) Route to Qualified Teacher Status (Primary and Secondary)

Independent PGCE

International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) (with PGCE)

LLM International and Commercial Law

LLM International Law, Security and Diplomacy

LLM Law by Research

LLM Law with SQE1 Preparation

MA 20th-Century British History by Research

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