Information for Students
from Japan

Linda McHugh

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We know that moving to study to a new country is exciting, but the process can seem complex. We have plenty of support to help you apply to Abertay University.  

Contact me if you have any questions at all, I'm happy to help.

Linda McHugh, East Asia Lead

l.mchugh@abertay.ac.uk 

 

Entry requirements

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Undergraduate

The following table shows the equivalence of our requirements mapped to GPA points for our Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses. Please refer to individual degree page for further information.

Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Requirements

Scale 0-5

Essential Subject

AABB Programme

4.0

4

ABBB Programme

3.75

4

BBBB Programme

3.5

4

 

Postgraduate

 

Percentage

GPA
4 point scale

1st Classification

80%

3.6

2:1 Classification

70%

3.0

2:2 Classification

60%

  2.4

English language requirements

All courses at Abertay University are taught in English. If your first language is not English, you will need to demonstrate that you meet our English language requirements.

Please see English Language Requirements for the full list of accepted qualifications and further details.

How to apply to Abertay

Undergraduate

Undergraduate (UG) degree applications are made through UCAS, the UK's University & Colleges Admissions Service. Applications from everywhere in the world must be made through this system.

Read our guide below for more information. 

Applying for UG programmes

Postgraduate

Postgraduate (PG) degree applications can be made directly to Abertay through your selected programme page. Please visit your chosen postgraduate programme page on our website and select 'Apply Now' in the top navigation.

Scholarships

We offer scholarships to international students for both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. 

Search international scholarships and bursaries

Tuition fees

Tuition fees for international students will vary depending on your programme of study. Please visit your chosen programme page on our website for more information.

If you are self-funding your studies, you are expected to have sufficient funds available to cover your tuition fees before the start of each academic year. All international students are required to pay the whole annual fee in advance. Payment of tuition fees will take place before or during registration. 

Find out more about tuition fees

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