Postgraduate entry requirements

You can start your studies in 2022 with either a UKVI-approved Secure English Language Test (SELT), or an accepted alternative equivalent assessment, provided you meet all the programme entry requirements.

The test results must have been achieved in the past 24 months and meet the minimum English equivalency score for your chosen programme. 

UKVI-approved SELTS include:

• IELTS Academic for UKVI
• Trinity Integrated Skills in English UKVI
• Pearson PTE Academic UKVI
• LanguageCert International ESOL SELT

Alternative tests accepted include:

• Pearson PTE Academic (non-UKVI)
• IELTS Academic (non-UKVI) / IELTS Academic Online
• LanguageCert International ESOL
• TOEFL iBT / TOEFL iBT Home Edition
• Cambridge ESOL

To apply for this Business and Law pathway, you'll need to meet the following entry requirements depending on your chosen subject route:

Academic:

To study a Business degree at Aberdeen, you will need a good, recognised degree or advanced diploma in any discipline. Certain programmes, such as the MBA, require two years post-degree relevant work experience.

For a Law degree, you will need a good undergraduate degree or advanced degree in Law or a related discipline.

English language:

Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in writing and no skill below 5.5)*

^{*Alternatives to Academic IELTS for UKVI accepted as proof of your English language level.}

To apply for this Science and Engineering pathway, you'll need to meet the following entry requirements depending on your chosen subject route:

Academic:

You will need a good, recognised degree or advanced diploma in Engineering or Science. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may also be considered if they can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, in addition to a good degree.

English language:

Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in writing and no skill below 5.5)*

^{*Alternatives to Academic IELTS for UKVI accepted as proof of your English language level.}