Your Country/Region South Africa
A big welcome to our all students that are thinking of joining us from South Africa.
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 South Africa. 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.
Undergraduate Study
- National Senior Certificate with 3 B grades & 2 C grades.
- National Higher Certificate/Higher Certificate in Technology with good grades.
Postgraduate Study
- Bachelor's degree with 60% or above.
- Advanced Diploma (Level 7) with good grades.
- Ideally 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.
Hear From Our Students
Hussna Waka
BA (Hons) International Relations with a Foundation Year
"The University of Chester has exceeded my expectations in every way. Not only is academic and wellbeing support outstanding, but the range of UniJobs opportunities has allowed me to gain valuable work experience. Combined with the vibrant student life and the diverse range of sports and societies, you are truly spoilt for choice. My experience has been nothing short of amazing, and I feel confident in my future employability skills because of everything the University of Chester has provided me with."
Where To Go:
Restaurants & Shops
- The Suburbs
- Jabula Restaurant & Coffee Shop
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!
