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We welcome students from India

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 India 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 india

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. 

POSTGRADUATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants will normally be required to achieve a first-class/first division mark in their undergraduate programme at a good institution of higher education in India. At the discretion of academic departments, students with degrees awarded by top universities such as the University of Mumbai, University of Delhi, University of Calcutta, Indian Institute of Technology and University of Pune, may be accepted with high second-class/high second division marks.
    • For programmes requiring a UK 2:1: first-class degree, 60% or equivalent. Students with a high second-class degree, 55%+ or equivalent, from one of the top institutions may also be considered at the discretion of the department.
    • For programmes requiring a UK 2:2: high second-class degree, 55% or equivalent. Students below this mark who have attended one of the top institutions may be considered at the discretion of the department.
  • UK NARIC advises that a new 10-point GPA scale has been introduced in many universities. The figures below can be used to compare GPA score to percentage scores:
    • 8.00-10.00 (75-100%; English translation or equivalent: First class with distinction)
    • 6.50-7.99 (65-74%; English translation or equivalent: First class
    • 5.50-6.49 (50-64%; English translation or equivalent: Second class)
    • 4.50-5.49 (40-49%; English translation or equivalent: Third class/Pass).
  • If you do not meet these criteria, you can apply for OnCampus' Master's Foundation programme, which is available for 2- or 3-term progression onto a wide range of Master’s degrees at Birkbeck.
  • Please note: We are happy to accept a provisional degree certificate as evidence of your qualification, provided it is no older than 18 months. You must provide your final transcript from the awarding institution together with the provisional degree certificate.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

  • Applicants from India can be considered for direct entry onto undergraduate degrees if they meet the minimum entry requirements below; state board entry requirements range between 60 and 80%.
  • Birkbeck entry point: Bachelor Degree
  • Minimum qualification/grade:
    • Higher Secondary Certificate
    • All India Senior School Certificate
    • Higher School Certificate
    • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
    • Intermediate Certificate
    • Pre-University Course awarded on completion of Standard XII.
  • Indian Board name: HSC XII: Minimum accepted grades vary from 60 to 80% depending on the examining board.
    • CBSE/CISCE/Maharashtra Boards; CCD equivalent: 65%; BBC equivalent: 70%; AAB equivalent: 75%
    • West Bengal State Board; CCD equivalent: 55%; BBC equivalent: 60%; AAB equivalent: 65%
    • All other state Boards; CCD equivalent: 70%; BBC equivalent: 75%; AAB equivalent: 80%.
  • 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 30, depending on the course.
  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements can complete a Foundation course and can progress onto Birkbeck’s Bachelor programmes.

Research degrees Entry Requirements

  • To be considered for entry to a research degree, applicants from India would normally be expected to have a Master’s degree from a reputable Indian university with a first-class degree classification or equivalent.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor of Arts/Science/Commerce degree or professional degree with distinction/high first-class/exceptional grades can be admitted for a PhD at the discretion of the department.
  • Applicants are strongly urged to contact potential supervisors within the department before submitting a research application.


Life as a Birkbeck student from India

"I come from India and I decided to study at Birkbeck because my degree was in collaboration with Le Cordon Bleu, which is one of the world's best culinary institutes"

Hear from Indian student Jatin Sarthak as he talks about how Birkbeck helped him balance his studies and work, as well as the welcoming international community of students at Birkbeck.

 

Scholarships 

Our Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships for international students domiciled in India reflects our commitment to promote equality and diversity across our full-time undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes. There is no need to apply. If you meet the eligibility criteria, the scholarship will be applied automatically at the point of enrolment.  

View the scholarships for international students.

 

Contact us

Contact the Birkbeck Team For India

If you are from India and you are interested in studying at Birkbeck, we would love to hear from you. , if you have any questions.

Contact us in India

Please get in touch with our in-country representatives listed below if you have any queries. 

Edwise International

  • Edwise International
  • Branches in Mumbai (Metro, Santa Cruz, Malad, Thane, Marine Lines) Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Coimbatore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Kolkata, Pune, Surat, Trivandrum, Vadodara, Visakhapatnam (Vizag).

International Placewell Consultants

GeeBee Education

  • GeeBee Education
  • Branches in Mumbai (Churchgate, Andheri, Borivali, Thane), Pune, Ahmedabad, Kolhapur, Nagpur, Mangalore, Goa, Chennai, Ludhiana, Bhopal, and Coimbatore.

Global Opportunities

  • Global Opportunities
  • Branches in Delhi, Mumbai, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Batala, Jalandhar, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Pune.

SI-UK 

  • SI-UK
  • Mumbai office
    • Address: ABM House, 6th Floor, Linking Road, Bandra (W), Near Shoppers Stop, Mumbai 400050
    • Phone: +91-22-49700446, 7400458282
  • Coimbatore office
    • Address: Tristar Tower - West Wing, 1st Floor, No.657, Avinashi Road, Above CITI Bank, Coimbatore 641037, Tamil Nadu, India
    • Phone: 6383616166, 0422-4962282
  • Pune office
    • Address: 208-9, Metro House,7 Mangaldas Road, Koregaon Park, Opposite Hotel Conrad, Pune 411001
    • Phone: +91-20-48611079, 8799753454, 9318490736 , 8799753453

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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.

Online events

  • 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.

Talk to a current student

Take a virtual campus tour

  • Explore the campus from the comfort of your home and visit our learning facilities, social spaces and amenities.