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Non-UK Entry and Admissions Criteria

The Faculty of Technology welcomes applications from students around the world wishing to study at DMU. Coming to study in another country can be a big step and we aim to provide you with the necessary information and guidance to make the process as easy and pleasurable as possible.

This page will give you a guide as to the general level of academic study required to gain entry at undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught level. Each course may have additional specific entry requirements, and the final decision is based on the assessment of a fully completed application form from each individual student.

Students whose first language is not English and/or have not been taught and examined solely in an English medium will generally need to provide evidence of their English language in the form of an IELTS or recognised equivalent examination The score required is typically IELTS 6.0 for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught courses within the Faculty of Technology.

To see entry requirements guidance information, select your country from the list below.


  • Australia

    For Undergraduate Study:

    We welcome applications from Australian students. The entry requirements will vary depending on Territory. Please contact Admissions with details of your qualifications for advice.

    For postgradaute Study:

    4 Year Bachelor Degree (Honours) - At least Second Class (Lower Division)

    Applicants holding a 3 Year Bachelor Degree with High Marks may also be considered for Postgraduate Taught entry

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Azerbaijan

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Bachelor degree - Students that have completed 1 or more years with good grades may be considered for undergraduate degree courses

    For postgradaute Study:

    Specialist Diploma or Magister (1999 onwards) - Overall grade of at least 60%

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Bangladesh

    For Undergraduate Study:

    HSC – Students with good grades in the HSC would generally be considered for entry to one of our foundation (year zero) programmes.

    Students with a GPA of 4.5 - 5 may apply to be considered for entry to undergraduate degree courses.

    Polytechnic Diploma – Students with a grade of 70% or above may be considered for undergraduate degree courses.

    2 & 3 Year Bachelor degree – Students with good grades may be considered for undergraduate degree courses

    For postgradaute Study:

    Bachelor degree (four years in duration) from BUET - at least 55% overall

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Barbados

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Pass Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) in six CAPE units including two double-unit awards at grade 2.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree (from the University of the West Indies) with a minimum grade of 2.2

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Bulgaria

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with an overall grade of between 4 and 5, including 4 in Maths and for Engineering courses, 4 in Physics. .

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree (awarded from 2003) with a minimum overall score of 4.5..

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Cameroon

    For Undergraduate Study:

    A Levels – BBC-BBB for an undergraduate degree programme

    Baccalauréat – students with high grades may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree programme, however, generally students would be required to study one of our foundation (year zero) courses.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Licence / Bachelor degree with a grade of at least 12-13.

    We also welcome applications from students with good grades in Diplôme d'Ingénieur and Maîtrise

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • China

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Senior Secondary School Certificate - students with a good score would generally be considered for a foundation (year zero) course.

    Chinese University/College Entrance Examination – students with a good score would generally be considered for a foundation (year zero) course.

    Chinese university degree – students that have successfully completed the first year of a Chinese university degree will considered for direct entry to Bachelor Degree courses.

    Students with SQA HND qualification in a relevant subject may be considered for advanced entry onto an Undergraduate programme. Please contact Technology Admissions for more information.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree with an overall grade of 75%

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Kenya

    For Undergraduate Study:

    KCSE - Students with an average grade of B and above, across 5 subjects may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree. Students may also need to have a grade of at least B in Maths and/or Science in some cases

    Students must also have a grade of C or better in KCSE English.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree - at least Second Class Honours (lower division)

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Cyprus

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Apolyitirion of Lykeion - students with a minimum score of 17.5-18 will be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Pass degree with a GPA of 2.5/4

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Egypt

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Diploma (2 years, from an intermediate institute) – Students with grades of 65% or above may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree (from a Public or Private University) with with good/very good grades will be considered for entry to a Postgraduate Taught course.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • France

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Baccalauréat – Students with at least 12-13 point average may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree, students may be required to have achieved a score of at least 12 in Maths and/or Physics, in some cases.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Diplôme d'Ingénieur, Licence, Diplôme from an Ecole Superieure de Commerce/Gestion/Politique or Maîtrise with an overall grade of assez bien will be considered for entry to a Postgraduate Taught programme.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Germany

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Abitur - Overall grade of 1.0-2.9. students may be required to have achieved a score of at least 10-12 in specified subjects

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor, Erste Staatsexamen, Magister Artium or Diplom with an overall grade of 2-3.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Ghana

    For Undergraduate Study:

    West African Higher School Certificate / GCE A-Levels – Students with good grades (e.g. 3 B’s at A-Level) may be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree.

    Students are also required to have a West African School Certificate grade of 6, or a GCE O Level grade C in English language.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree at 2.2 grade

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Greece

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Apolyitirion of Lykeio with a minimum score of 17.5

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Ptychion or Diploma from Faculties of Engineering and Agriculture with a score of 6.0

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Hong Kong

    For Undergraduate Study:

    HKALE – Good grades in three subjects, including 2 subjects at grade B/C (or C/D in Maths or Science subjects)

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree at around 60 %

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • India

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Standard XII - 70% or above in 4 subs (excluding Hindi) will be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree.

    Polytechnic Diploma (2 Years +) – students with good grades will be considered for entry to an undergraduate degree.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree (min 3 Years) from central university, recognised state university or a centre of advanced study at around 55%

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Indonesia

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Holders of the Diploma (D3) will be considered for entry to an undergraduate course. Students with Diploma (D1) may be considered for entry to a foundation (year zero) programme. Students with Diploma (D2) with very good grades may be considered for undergraduate entry.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Sarjana (S1) accredited with either A, B or C. A equivalent to Dip HE, B equiv to Bachelor Degree (Ordinary), C equiv to Bachelor (Honours).

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Iran

    For Undergraduate Study:

    High School Diploma (3 years) with Pre-University Certificate (Peeshdaneshgahe) since 1992 – students with an overall grade of 13-14 may be considered for undergraduate entry. Without the pre-University certificate, applicants with very good grades may be considered for entry to a year zero foundation programme.

    Associate Degree – a minimum overall grade of 13-14

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree (Licence or Karshenasi) – a minimum overall grade of 13-14

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Iraq

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Students that have successfully completed the first year of a Bachelor degree may be considered for undergraduate entry

    Diploma of Technician – students with very good grades may be considered for undergraduate entry

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Students with a Bachelor degree from a recognised Iraqi university with good grades may be considered for entry to a taught postgraduate programme

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Ireland

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Irish Leaving Certificate - Offers based on UCAS tarrif points with at least 4 subjects at higher level, including grades C1 and C1/C2 in any higher subjects

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Higher Diploma – 55-60% overall
    Honours Bachelor degree – Usually an overall classification of Second Class Lower is required

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Italy

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Esame di Stato - overall grade of 70%

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Diploma di Laurea - applicants with good grades will be considered. Applicants may be required to submit copies of their degree certificates to clarify the scoring criteria.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Kuwait

    For Undergraduate Study:

    General Secondary Education Certificate with at least 60% overall with a recognised foundation year

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree with a minimum overall GPA of around 2.7

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Latvia

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu with an overall score of 8-9, including Maths and Science at 8.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bakalaurs (awarded from 2003) – overall grade of C/6-7 Student with Bakalaurs from before 2003 may be considered for advanced entry to an undergraduate programme, or with very good scores and/or extensive work experieince, be considered for entry to a postgraudate programme)

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Libya

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Secondary Education Certificate - Students with excellent results may be considered for entry onto a foundation (year zero) programme.

    Higher Diploma – Students with a grade of 65% and above may be considered for entry onto an undergraduate degree.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Students Bachelor degree (from a university) after at least 4 years of study with good grades will be considered for entry to a Postgraduate Taught programme.

    Students with a Higher Technician Diploma will generally not be considered for Postgraduate Taught entry

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Lithuania

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Brandos Atestatas with an overall average score of 8-9/10, including Maths and Science at 9. 75% in the English State exam can satisfy the English language requirements

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bakalauras at 4 out of 5, or 7 out of 10 (depending on Institutions grading system)

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Malaysia

    For Undergraduate Study:

    STPM – Generally Passes in 3 subjects, with 2 subjects passed with grade B Polytechnic Certificate – students with good grades may be considered for undergraduate entry

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree – Class 2 division ii

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Netherlands, The

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with an overall grade of 7-8/10

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree, Doctoraal or Hoger Beroepsonderwijs with an overall grade of 7-8/10

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Nigeria

    For Undergraduate Study:

    National Diploma – Students with a grade of upper credit and above may be considered for entry onto an undergraduate degree.

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree at 2.2 grade.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Pakistan

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Higher Secondary School Certificate - students with good grades will generally be considered for one of our foundation (year 0) courses

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    4 or 5 year Bachelor's Degree with at least 55%

    Holders of a 3 year Bachelor degree with high marks may be considered for Postgraduate Taught entry

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Poland

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Matura with an overall grade of 75-80%. English language requirements can be met with 60% in Advanced English Matura or 75% in Basic English Matura

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    60% on Licencjat / Inzynier - may be expressed as a 'C' grade or as 4/6.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Romania

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Diplomă de Bacalaureat with an overall score of 7/10

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Diploma de Licenta, Diploma Inginer or Diploma de Arhitect with an overall grade of 7-8

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Saudi Arabia

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate) - Students withan overall grade of at least 80% may be considered for entry to our Year Zero foundation programmes.

    Higher Technical Institute Diploma – students with good grades may be considered for year 1 entry to a degree programme

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree:
    • GPA of 2.7 (out of 5.0) or
    • GPA 2.5 (out of 4.0) or
    • 75%


    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Spain

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Titulo de Bachillerato or the Selectividad with an average mark of 7, Offers may include students to achieve a score of 7 or above in one or more subjects

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Título de Licenciado / Título de Ingeniero / Título de Arquitecto with an overall grade of aprobado – Notable.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Taiwan

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Senior High School Dipl, supplemented by A Levels or a Foundation course

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree at 65-70%

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Thailand

    For Undergraduate Study:

    M6 supplemented by A Levels or a Foundation course

    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor degree / Higher Diploma of Technical Education / Higher Diploma of Vocational Education at around 60%

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Turkey

    For Undergraduate Study:

    Students with Devlet Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi will be considered for entry to one of our Year Zero programmes


    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Lisans Diplomasi with a minimum overall GPA 3 out of 5

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • United States of America, the

    For Undergraduate Study:

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    For Postgraduate Taught Study:

    Bachelor Degree with an overall GPA of 2-3.

    If the qualification you have studied is not listed, please provide details of your qualifications by completing our online form, and we will contact you with individual guidance on your suitability for a place. Alternatively, email us directly at technology@dmu.ac.uk

  • Pakistan
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