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We welcome students from Bangladesh

Birkbeck's campus in central London brings together people from all over the world, with students and tutors from more than 140 different countries.

We are part of University of London and when you complete your studies with us, you will graduate with a world-renowned University of London degree.

If you are from Bangladesh and thinking about moving to London to study with us, here’s our guide to help with your application and help you understand what life is like in London and at Birkbeck.


Entry information for students from Bangladesh

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

  • The English language requirements for our courses are provided on individual course pages as minimum IELTS scores, however we accept many other tests and qualifications.
  • Please visit our English language requirements page for more information.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

  • Applicants from Bangladesh who have completed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)/Intermediate Certificate will normally require a Foundation course for entry onto undergraduate programmes at Birkbeck. These offer the opportunity for guaranteed progression onto Birkbeck’s Bachelor programmes.
  • Applicants with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or A-levels will be considered for direct admission to our undergraduate degree programmes. IB requirements range from 28 to 33, depending on the course.

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

  • Students who hold a good Bachelor’s degree from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) are eligible for entry onto a Master’s degree. Students with a Bachelor's from another university in Bangladesh will need to complete a Foundation course to be considered eligible for entry.
  • Relevant work experience may also be considered for students whose GPAs are slightly below the preferred requirements.
  • If you do not meet these criteria, you can apply for OnCampus' Master's Foundation programme, which is available for two or three-term progression onto a wide range of Master’s degrees at Birkbeck.
  • BUET Bachelor's degrees GPA:
  • 3.75 (alternative name: First Class/Division; English translation or equivalent: 2:1)
  • 3.0 (alternative name: Second Class/Division; English translation or equivalent: 2:2)
  • 2.5 (alternative name: Third Class/Division; English translation or equivalent: 3rd).

Research degrees Entry Requirements

  • For entry onto research degree courses students should normally have a Master’s degree from a reputable university.
  • Applicants are strongly urged to contact potential supervisors within the department before submitting a research application.

 

Scholarships

We offer a number of scholarships specifically designed to help support international Birkbeck students during their time studying with us. View the scholarships for international students.

 

Life as an International Student

"I would really recommend Birkbeck to international students because I feel really supported by my professors and classmates."

Watch student Yi Chen Huang share why she loves living in London and how she enjoys life at Birkbeck.

 

Contact the Birkbeck Team For Bangladesh

If you are from Bangladesh and you are interested in studying at Birkbeck, we would love to hear from you.

 

More Information

Financial support

  • As an international student, you will be expected to self-finance your studies, so before you apply to join a programme you should be aware of the fees that you will be required to pay and any discounts or bursaries that you may be eligible for.
  • Birkbeck is committed to providing advice and support to help you finance your studies.
  • We offer a number of scholarships specifically for international students. Some are offered directly by Birkbeck, others are offered in partnership with other organisations.
  • You may be eligible to apply for faculty and school funding linked to your programme of study.
  • Birkbeck offers flexible payment options that allow you to spread the costs of your fees across the year at no additional cost.

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  • Our open events and taster sessions are a great chance to find out more about your chosen course and studying at Birkbeck, University of London.
    A taster session will provide you with a more in-depth view of the University and your chosen school.

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