Entry requirements
Academic requirements for mainland China
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|---|
| Senior Secondary School Certificate |
Senior Middle 3 with a minimum grade average of 80% with 80% in required subjects |
| International Baccalaureate |
A minimum of 26 points, with a minimum of 4 in any required subject |
| A Levels |
A minimum of 3 passes at grade C |
The above academic requirements are for entry on to the IFP. Some undergraduate degrees will need higher grades than required for the International Foundation Programme. Some degrees also require a minimum GCSE or equivalent grade in a specific subject, which may differ from the requirements for the IFP.
If you are applying from outside of mainland China, please find your country-specific academic requirements through our trusted partner Kaplan International Pathways.
English language requirements
You will need to provide a valid Secure English Language Test (SELT) certificate with scores that meet our entry requirements.
Find out more about the English Language requirements and tests.
Do I need to be over 18?
The minimum age that you can study the International Foundation Programme is 16. Please read more information for students aged under 18.
Do I need a visa?
You can find information about visas on our Student Visa Services pages.
Ask a question
- Contact mainland China:
Email: ifp-china@bristol.ac.uk
Phone: 00 8610 8515 1899
- Contact from outside mainland China:
Please fill out a contact form.
- For questions about Dentistry:
Email: fohs-ifp@bristol.ac.uk
Are you from outside of mainland China?
You can find more information through Kaplan International Pathways, our trusted education partner for applications and admissions to the International Foundation Programme.