Tawjihi (foundation)
The General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi) with an 85% average, and at least 85% in relevant subjects, is needed for the Foundation Year in engineering, maths or physics or the OnCampus foundation programmes.
Partner university · Southampton, United Kingdom
University of Southampton
Russell Group, with particular strength in engineering, computer science and oceanography. Home to a major research campus and strong industry links.
GESCO is listed as an official representative on the University of Southampton's websiteQS World #111QS World Rankings 2027
From GBP 23,000Postgraduate fee per year
Founded 1862Public university
21,335Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Southampton
Russell Group, with particular strength in engineering, computer science and oceanography. Home to a major research campus and strong industry links.
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.
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Photos: University of Southampton, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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Bachelor's
Direct entry needs A-levels (ABB to AAA), the IB (28-38 points) or a recognised foundation course taken in the UK, Australia or Canada.
Master's
GPA 3.0-3.64 or 76%-83.9% is treated as a UK 2:1, and GPA 3.65 or 84%+ as a First; a GPA of 2.8 or 74% with two years' work experience may also be considered.
Pre-master's
OnCampus pre-master's programmes need IELTS 5.0 with no element below 5.0, and lead to a guaranteed place on successful completion.
PhD
A 2:1 honours degree, a master's with merit and a strong research proposal.
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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 October 2026.
Fees
What the University of Southampton costs in 2026/27
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at southampton.ac.uk. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
PostgraduateGBP 23,000 - 38,100per year
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Southampton
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LLB Law
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BSc Psychology
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MSc Artificial Intelligence
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MSc Data Science
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MSc International Management
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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 the University of Southampton, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Southampton 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 the University of Southampton: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppIs there a foundation route into the University of Southampton?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Southampton.
Where is the University of Southampton?
The University of Southampton is in Southampton, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1862.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Southampton?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Southampton 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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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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