Qatar | University of Chester

A big welcome to our all students that are thinking of joining us from Qatar.

With 14,000 students from 100+ 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 Qatar. 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.

Foundation Year

Successful completion of Thanawaya Aam Qatari with average grade of 70%.

Undergraduate Study

UK foundation/pathway course with a pass mark of 50% and above. Engineering courses require an additional mark of at least 55% in a Maths module.
The Qatar Foundation's International Foundation programme.
Those who have completed part of a Bachelor in a relevant subject may be considered for 2nd/3rd year entry.
Qatar Academic Bridging Programme Pass.
2 Year Diploma with good grades will be considered for 2nd year entry.
3 Year Diploma with good grades will be considered for 3rd year entry.
2 Year CONA Chemical Processing Technician Diploma with GPA 2.5 for BEng Chemical Engineering.
3 Year CONA Chemical Process Technology Diploma with GPA 3.6 or above will be considered for 2nd year entry.

Pre-Masters

Bachelor Degree GPA 2/4 or 2.5/5

Postgraduate Study

Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution with a GPA 2.8 (out of 5) or above.
Applicants for the MBA should have 2 years work experience, although well qualified and motivated individuals without this will be considered.

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.

We accept the following English Language qualifications:

College of the North Atlantic

Undergraduate: Obtained a Diploma
Postgraduate: Obtained a Diploma

Qatar University

Undergraduate: Passed the 'Qatar University Foundation Program' English modules and have successfully progressed on to their degree programme.
Passed both 'ENGL 202 English Language I Post Foundation' module and 'ENGL 203 English Language 11 Post Foundation'.

More information can be found in the Entry Requirements section.

Local Representatives

SI-UK

Hear From Our Students

Emair Hamad EM Al-Naemi

BEng Chemical Engineering

"The university is very welcoming to international students and I have made lots of friends. My course also allowed me to complete a work placement, where I was able to apply the skills I learnt in the classroom and boost my future career prospects!"

Where To Go:

Restaurants & Shops

Falafel Xpress (Halal)
Chester Charcoal Grill (Halal)
World Food Shop
Village Food & Meat Centre (Halal), Brook Street

Religious Establishments

Chester Mosque & Islamic Centre

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!