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Oxford Brookes University [OBU] 2023-2024 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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The Oxford Brookes University accepts applications on a non-discriminatory basis and gives an equal and fair chance of acceptance to every applicant. Admissions at Oxford Brookes University are mostly invited for September and January sessions. The university has a total population of about 16,600 students out of which 17% of students are international students.

International applicants seeking admission at Oxford Brookes University are required to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 along with an academic score of minimum of 60%. Applicants can apply to the university up to one year in advance which is highly recommended to provide ample time for evaluation of documentation.

The university is known for its employability rate for students and graduates which is 95%. Oxford Brookes University offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses and programs and is amongst the world’s top universities for 13 subjects as per the Global rankings. Also Check: Student Reviews of Oxford Brookes University

Highlights

Type	Public university
Admission Portal	Online
International students percentage	17%
Deposit fee	UG- No deposit fee PG- 3,000 GBP (for postgraduate and pathway programs)
Mode of Payment	Online payment
Mode of program	Full-time; part-time
Academic Calendar	Semester based
Intake sessions	September/January
Total no. of students	16,900
Financial Aid	Scholarships, fee loans and Bursaries
Admission Helpdesk	admissions@brookes.ac.uk

Oxford Brookes University Application Deadlines

The university accepts applications on a rolling basis which means there are no exact deadlines for applicants. However, some programs may have a deadline hence if the applicants submit their applications after the preferred deadlines, they must contact the Admissions Team of the university to know whether their application can be considered.

Term/session	Deadline
September (EU applicants)	January 29
September (International applicants)	June 30
January	December

Oxford Brookes University International Student Admissions

If seeking admission in Oxford Brookes University, international students can submit their applications online directly or via UCAS. The university offers every applicant an equal chance to admission in it, provided they fulfill all the requirements according to the university's prescribed curriculum. Oxford Brookes University has some requirements specific to international applicants which must be met with in order to be considered for admission.

Application Portal: University Portal or via UCAS
Basic Admission Documents:

Academic requirements
A recognized foundation program or equivalent
Proof of English proficiency
Personal statement as mentioned in the program
Copy of a valid passport
Health Insurance
Evidence of financial support

English Language Requirements

Exam/Test	Minimum Requirement
Overall IELTS	6.0
IELTS reading and writing	6.0
IELTS listening and speaking	5.5

Country Specific Requirements

Country	Undergraduate Requirements
India	All India Senior School Certificate Examination/ Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or Standard 12/ Indian School Certificate (Year 12)
Bhutan, Afghanistan, Nepal	A-levels/ Recognised foundation course/ International Baccalaureate
Sri Lanka	Completion of the Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advance Level)
Pakistan	Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with a 60% average PLUS a recognized foundation course.

Visa Requirements for International Applicants

After the application letter is received, applicants are required to apply for a tier 4 visa to study in the UK. To assist applicants in VISA application and requirements, the university also undertakes various workshops for them.

Documents required:

Proof of enough financial support
Successful completion of previous study
Required scores in English language proficiency tests
A valid passport
Police registration certificate
Translated documents wherever required

After the submission of these documents, applicants can schedule an interview with the nearest UK Embassy and prepare for the interview accordingly to avoid any mistakes.

Oxford Brookes University Undergraduate Admissions

The undergraduate curriculum of Oxford Brookes University offers over 181 courses. Business Management, Biological Sciences, Architecture, History, International Relations and Law are the most popular courses among international students.

Application Portal: University Portal or via UCAS
Application Fee: GBP 20 for a single course and GBP 26 for multiple courses
Application requirements:

Applicants may need some additional documents subject to the particular course they have chosen. Common admission requirements for bachelor’s programs at Oxford Brookes University are:

Official Transcripts
A recognized foundation program or equivalent
Proof of English proficiency
Copy of a valid passport
Health Insurance
Evidence of financial support

Oxford Brookes University Graduate Admissions

The university offers around 128 courses under its postgraduate curriculum. For seeking admission into postgraduate courses of Oxford Brookes University, applicants are required to apply online directly to the university’s portal along with the submission of the documents required for a particular course chosen by the candidate. Popular courses among international students include Business Management, Architecture, Education, History, International Relations and Law.

Mentioned below are the requirements specific to some of the popular postgraduate courses at Oxford Brookes University:

Course	MBA	Education, MA	International Business Management, MA	Architecture, M. Arch.	History, MA	International Relations, MA
Honours degree or equivalent	In related field	May not be in related field	In related field with minimum 2.2 GPA or equivalent	In related field with minimum 2.2 GPA or equivalent	In related field with minimum 2.2 GPA or equivalent	In related field
Work Experience	Three years	QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) or equivalent	Required	Required	Recommended	Not required
Letter of Recommendation	Two	Not required	Two (Mandatory)	Not required	Two (Recommended)	Not required
Tuition fees for international full-time students as per 2023/24	18,600 GBP	14,900 GBP	15,400 GBP	14,700 GBP	14,200 GBP	15,100 GBP
Distance learning option	Available	Available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Oxford Brooke University's internal admissions staff will determine whether each applicant is capable of completing a course based on their achieved and predicted grades, personal statement, and academic reference. The procedure could take a few days, weeks, or even months. When a decision is made, students will be notified via UCAS Track, an online system that allows the applicant to track the status of their application.

FAQs

Ques. Can I apply directly to the university?

Ans. Yes, applicants can apply directly at the university’s online portal.

Ques. Does the university provide distance learning options?

Ans. The university provides distance learning options in some of the courses.

Ques. Can I still apply to the university after the deadline?

Ans. The university is not rigid about deadlines. It accepts admission on a rolling basis. However, there are some preferred deadlines for some programs. If an applicant submits an application after the deadline, they can always contact the university's admissions team via email at admissions@brookes.ac.uk or call at +44 (0)1865 483040 to know whether their application can be considered.

Ques. Does Oxford Brookes University provide accommodation facilities?

Ans. Yes, applicants are needed to submit an application for the same.

Ques. Can I change the course I applied for?

Ans. Students can change the details by contacting the admissions department on apply@brookes.ac.uk

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