Entry requirements
These entry and language requirements are a general guide – they’ll help you understand whether Manchester Met is right for you.
If you have these qualifications, that doesn’t mean you are guaranteed to get the place you want. We look at each application individually.
Foundation
Students that have passed standard XII or the Certificate of vocational education, but do not meet standard entry requirements for year one.
Undergraduate
We will consider students for undergraduate study who have completed the standard XII.
We typically require students to achieve a minimum of between 70%-75% depending on the state board.
Some courses state specific subject requirements. Where a specific subject is required for entry, 65% - 75% must be achieved in the subject depending on the required grade (C or B) and the studied state board.
You should have the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.0, with no scores less than 5.5 in any section. We may accept equivalent qualifications.
We will accept the following Standard XII English State Boards with a score of 70% or above as an alternative to IELTS:
- CBSE
- CISCE (ISC)
We will accept the following standard XII English State Boards with a score of 80% or above as an alternative to IELTS:
- Maharashtra
- Tamil Nadu
- West Bengal
Undergraduate advanced entry and top-up degrees
You can apply to join a bachelor’s degree course at Manchester Met in its second or third year if you completed:
- two years of an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject
- a three or four year diploma after Standard X
Postgraduate
You must have a bachelor degree awarded by a university that is officially recognised in your country.
Typical minimum entry requirements depend on the course of study and can vary depending on a student’s home university ranking.
For general admission, students are considered when achieving a minimum of either 55%, or a GPA of 6.0/10, or a GPA of 3.0/4.0. Some courses have higher entry requirements and students’ cases are assessed individually. Work experience strengthens a candidate’s application.
Acceptable qualifications can include:
- BA
- BCom
- BBA
- BBM
- BMM
- BE (Engineering)
- BTech
You should have the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.5 with no scores less than 5.5 in any section. We may accept equivalent qualifications. Some postgraduate programmes have additional language requirements. If you know which programme you want to study, contact us to check its requirements.
If you studied UK qualifications, such as A levels
Our course descriptions explain entry requirements, including UCAS tariff points and minimum International Baccalureat Diploma points. You can work out your UCAS points by using the calculator on the UCAS website.
With an additional qualification
If you have other qualifications you want us to consider, you can contact us.
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Visa requirements
You will need a visa to study in the UK unless you:
- are a British citizen
- are a citizen of a European Economic Area (EEA) member state or Switzerland
- have a visa to stay in the UK for another purpose that allows you to study. This might be because you are the husband, wife, partner or child of someone in the UK and have a dependent visa.
Applying for a visa can be confusing. To help, we explain the visa process in plain English.
Fees and Funding
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Tuition fees for 2024/2025 courses
Taught courses
You can use our online prospectus to check tuition fees for individual courses.
Some courses may have additional costs, for example for field trips, equipment, materials or professional / statutory body registration fees. Estimates are provided in the course listings. We will confirm fees as part of your offer.
Undergraduate taught courses
- If we classify you as an EU or Non-EU International student, you will normally pay between £18,500 – £20,000.
Postgraduate taught courses
- If we classify you as an EU or Non-EU International student, you will normally pay between £18,500 – £22,500.
For more information on tuition fees visit: Tuition fees for international students
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Living costs
It sounds obvious, but your living costs really depend on your lifestyle – how you want to spend your free time.
We suggest you budget to spend at least £6,000 for the academic year, in addition to your accommodation costs and tuition fees. Around £9,000 will help you enjoy more of the sights and attractions that Manchester and the UK has to offer.
Basic expenses Estimated cost* Accommodation £434 per month Household bills in private accommodation £24 per month Shopping e.g. food, toiletries £82 per month Public transport £28 per month Mobile phone £12 per month *Average figures from the NatWest survey reported by students across the UK in 2020
Exchange Partners
Study at Manchester Met for a term or a year
You can study at Manchester Metropolitan for a term or a year through one of our exchange programmes.
If you are currently studying at university in your home country and would like to experience studying in the UK, Manchester Metropolitan can offer you a range of opportunities.
If there’s an existing student exchange arrangement with your home university, you may be able to study with us as an exchange student. You can see the list of our exchange partners in your country below.
If we don’t have an agreement with your home university, you can still study with us independently through our Study abroad programme and international summer schools.
Alumni
Snigdha from India
Snigdha from India is studying Advanced Physiotherapy at Manchester Met. Watch as Snigdha shares her experience of the quality teaching on her course, her approachable lecturers and feeling welcome in Manchester.Find your local alumni ambassadors
Manchester Metropolitan has over 300,000 alumni worldwide.
You can contact our international alumni ambassadors - our former students who are happy to talk to you about their experience. They can help you get the support and advice you need to make the most of your time in Manchester.
- If you are a former student interested in becoming an international alumni ambassador, we explain what the role involves.
Contact our India team
If you are a prospective student from India interested in studying at Manchester Met, please feel free to contact our India Team in New Delhi.
- [email protected]
- +91 (0) 11 43084600
- India Team, Manchester Metropolitan University, Office No:1007 Mercantile House, 15 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi, 110001
Travel information
Useful information
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Getting here
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Manchester
More than 70 airlines fly direct to Manchester from 210 destinations worldwide.
The airport is 10 miles from our city centre campus - a 20 minute train or taxi ride away.
- Flight times are a general guide. Actual journey times will vary, depending on route and airline.
Basic expenses
The cost of living in Manchester is slightly lower than in other major cities like London. Your basic expenses will include things like accommodation, insurance, food, transport, clothing, and entertainment.
It’s a good idea to plan a monthly budget to make sure you have enough money left over to cover your living costs after you’ve paid your tuition fees.