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Entry requirements and information for students applying from Sri Lanka.
Entry requirements
Use the tabs below to see the entry requirements for your chosen course.
Minimum entry requirements
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|---|
| Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) | 3 Advanced Level passes at C (Credit) or higher |
| UK recognised Foundation year | Fully passed or with all grades C or higher |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points or higher. Standard Level 4 in Maths or Science is required for courses that require GCSE Maths or Science |
If you do not see your qualifications listed or would like more information, please contact york.intl@yorksj.ac.uk
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language you must show evidence of your English language competence.
For most courses, you should have IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or an equivalent qualification:
- Sri Lanka 'A' level in English grade 'B' or above
- 4 points in Higher Level English
If you do not currently meet the English Language standard for your chosen course, we have a Presessional English course that can help you.
Minimum entry requirements
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|---|
|
4-year Bachelors (Special or Professional) Degree from a recognised University |
2:2 or 55% or 3.0/4.0 (lower GPAs such as 2.8 or 2.9 may be accepted) |
|
3-year Bachelor's General degree |
60% or 3.0/4.0 |
If you do not see your qualifications listed or would like more information, please contact srilanka@yorksj.ac.uk
For information about applying for a research degree, visit our Research degree pages.
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language you must show evidence of your English language competence.
For most courses, you should have IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or an equivalent qualification.
If you do not currently meet the English Language standard for your chosen course, we have a Presessional English course that can help you.
Minimum entry requirements
| Qualification | Grade |
|---|---|
| A Levels | EEE or higher |
| Sri Lankan 'A' levels or General Certificate of Education (GCE) | 3 subjects with minimum grade SSS |
| Sri Lankan 'O' levels | Minimum 5 passes |
If you do not see your qualifications listed or would like more information, please contact york.intl@yorksj.ac.uk
English Language requirements
If English is not your first language you must show evidence of your English language competence.
For most courses, you should have IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or an equivalent qualification:
- C or higher in GCSE English
- Sri Lanka 'A' level in English grade B or above
If you do not currently meet the English Language standard for your chosen course, we have a Presessional English course that can help you.
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