Your Country/Region Saudi Arabia


A big welcome to our all students that are thinking of joining us from Saudi Arabia.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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
- Completion of Tawjihi with average of 50% in 4 relevant subjects.
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.
- 2 years diploma from a recognised institution with a GPA 3.0/5.0 or GPA 2.75/4.0 or above.
- Associate degree with a GPA of 3.0 (out of 5) or 2.5 (out of 4) or above.
Pre-Masters
- BA Degree GPA 2/4 of 3/5 or 70%
Postgraduate Study
- Bachelor's degree from recognised institution with a GPA 3.0/5.0 or 2.75/4.0.
- 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.
More information can be found in the Entry Requirements section.