Your Country/Region Malawi
A big welcome to our all students that are thinking of joining us from Malawi.
With around 14,000 students from 125 countries worldwide, Chester provides a diverse, vibrant and safe home for international students.
This page will provide you with all the information you need to join us from Malawi. From country-specific entry requirements, application queries, local representatives, your student experience and much more, we’ll support you every step of the way!
Entry Requirements
General entry requirements for each level are provided below. Some programmes do also have additional course-specific requirements which can be found on the individual course pages. Please ensure you are able to fulfil the programme requirements and meet the academic standards expected before submitting an application.
Please note that courses that require a 2:1 degree or above will have higher equivalency requirements.
Foundation Year
- Malawi School Certificate of Education with 5 subjects at a minimum score of 6 (Credit)
Undergraduate Study
- Malawi School Certificate of Education with 5 subjects at a minimum score of 6 (Credit) AND a recognised foundation programme
Postgraduate Study
- Master's degree from either Mzuzu University or the University of Malawi with a minimum grade of 60% for courses requiring a UK 2:2 equivalent Bachelor's degree.
English language entry requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate that they have an appropriate level of English language to be eligible to study one of our foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate courses. The level of English required depends on the course applied for.
More information can be found in the Entry Requirements section.
Local Representatives
Where To Go
Shops / Restaurants:
- African Food, spices, vegetables and shops can be found down Brook Street, Chester.
- Falafel Xpress (Halal)
- Chester Charcoal Grill (Halal)
Religious Establishments:
- St Werburgh’s Parish (Roman Catholic)
- St Columba Church (Roman Catholic)
- St Thomas of Canterbury (Anglican)
- All Saints Church, Saughall (Anglican)
- RCCG Calvary Love City Chester (Interdenominational)
- Northgate Church (Interdenominational)
- The Unity Centre (Multicultural Hub)
Student Societies
Chester Students’ Union has a diverse range of student societies for you to join. Joining these societies are the perfect opportunity to meet new friends from your home country and get involved in lots of cultural activities and events they host throughout the year!
