Tawjihi
The Certificate of General Secondary Education (Tawjihi) or the Certificate of Vocational Secondary School is accepted for entry to foundation courses.
Partner university · Belfast, United Kingdom
Ulster University
A multi-campus public university in Northern Ireland, formed in 1968 as the New University of Ulster and merged with Ulster Polytechnic in 1984.
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About the university
Why students choose Ulster University
A multi-campus public university in Northern Ireland, formed in 1968 as the New University of Ulster and merged with Ulster Polytechnic in 1984. Its four campuses are in Belfast, Coleraine, Derry (Magee College) and Jordanstown, so the campus you apply to matters as much as the university itself.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Faculties and schools
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Art, Design and the Built Environment
- Faculty of Computing and Engineering
- Faculty of Life and Health Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Ulster University School of Law
- Ulster University Business School
Ways inDirect entryFoundation pathway
Photos: Ulster University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Diploma or first year of university
A community college diploma, intermediate diploma or associate degree with 65% overall, or a first year of a bachelor's with 65%, is normally accepted for undergraduate entry.
Master's
A bachelor's with 70% or GPA 3.0/4 is equivalent to a UK 2:1, and 65% or GPA 2.5/4 to a UK 2:2.
English language
Normally IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5; some courses ask for more, and conditional offers are made if you have not yet met it.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked November 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Ulster University costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
Global Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)GBP 5,000 in year 1, then GBP 3,000 a yearFor international undergraduates with the equivalent of A-levels BBB or above at Ulster's Northern Ireland campuses; assessed automatically.
Global Excellence Scholarship (Postgraduate)GBP 5,000For international postgraduates with the equivalent of a UK 2:1 degree or above; assessed automatically.
Standard Country ScholarshipGBP 3,000 (undergraduates then GBP 2,000 a year)For international applicants who meet the entry requirements of their programme; only one scholarship applies per application.
Programmes
Popular courses at Ulster University
Computer Science BSc (Hons)
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Business Studies with Computing BSc (Hons)
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Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences BSc (Hons)
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Computing Science (Conversion) MSc
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Management and Corporate Governance MSc
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Ulster University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Ulster University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Ulster University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppCan I apply to Ulster University with the Tawjihi?
The Certificate of General Secondary Education (Tawjihi) or the Certificate of Vocational Secondary School is accepted for entry to foundation courses.
Does Ulster University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Global Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate) (GBP 5,000 in year 1, then GBP 3,000 a year); Global Excellence Scholarship (Postgraduate) (GBP 5,000); Standard Country Scholarship (GBP 3,000 (undergraduates then GBP 2,000 a year)). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Ulster University?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into Ulster University.
Where is Ulster University?
Ulster University is in Belfast, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1984.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Ulster University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Ulster University directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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