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Students from Nigeria

Student from Nigeria and interested in studying at NTU? You'll find entry requirements for Bachelors and Masters degrees on this page and meet the NTU Africa team who can help you with your study plans.

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NTU Team Africa

Hi, we're NTU Team Africa and we’re delighted you’re thinking about studying with us at NTU. We love meeting new students and families who are interested in higher education to give personal advice and guidance.

Please sign up for more information to get the latest news from the University, including scholarship information and events in Nigeria.

If you can't meet us in person just email africa@ntu.ac.uk and we'll get back to you.

We can't wait to welcome you to NTU!

What are the entry requirements for students from Nigeria?

The entry requirements for Bachelors and Masters degrees at NTU for Nigerian students are listed below. Select your qualification from the list to see what you need to join a course at the University.

Please note that these entry requirements are guidelines only. If you have questions about your qualification and it is not listed here, please contact us.

Successful completion of WAEC certificate will be considered for foundation courses at Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC).

Average grade B will be considered for International Year One courses at Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC).

Year One entry to Bachelors degrees courses, based on UCAS Tariff points where:

  • A = 48 points
  • B = 40 points
  • C = 32 points
  • D = 24 points
  • E = 16 points

UCAS points must be obtained by three or more major modules only.

Please see individual course information for UCAS Tariff point and subject specific entry requirements.

We are happy to accept students from Bridge House College. Kindly email us for more information.

Students with exceptional grades can be considered for advanced entry to undergraduate courses.

Bachelors degree (Honours) 2:1 = GPA of 2.9/4 or 3.5/5 and 2:2 = 2.5/4 or 2.8/5 GPA

Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Medical/Pharmacy subjects: Pass

Eligible for:  NTU Masters degrees.

For MA Education we may consider third class bachelors degree.

PhD research degrees at NTU.

We accept many different tests and qualifications, including qualifications from Nigeria, such as the West African Examinations Council Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) or NECO with a grade C or 6. Please provide a scratch card / token as part of your application. Details of alternative English qualifications we accept.

Students who do not meet the English language requirements may be required to take a pre-sessional English language (PEAP) course.

Sub-Saharan Africa High Achievers Award

We are pleased to offer up to £3,000 fee reduction to all high achieving Sub-Saharan African students. To be eligible you must:

  • Achieve a 2.1 or 1st class degree from a recognised university in your Home nation.
  • Be a resident and national of a Sub-Saharan African county.

To apply you will need to complete our online application form and tick the box which states you wish to be considered for the High Achievers Award.

LLM Sub-Saharan Africa Scholarship

Nottingham Law School (NLS) is pleased to offer one competitive scholarship up to a value of half your tuition fee.

We welcome applications from students from Nigeria who are holding an offer to study on a NLS full-time LLM Masters programme (not including LPC/BTC). The scholarship will be awarded to the candidate who most closely meets the criteria for the award. Find out more information about our deadlines and how to apply.

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