University of Leeds for Nigerian Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Foundation Year required via Leeds International Study Centre (ISC) — on campus (£18,500/year). WAEC/NECO accepted as O-level equivalent. ISC Foundation entry: WAEC 5 credits (B grades in relevant subjects) + IELTS 5.0–5.5. Guaranteed entry to Year 1 on successful completion.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall, 5.5+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £22,250–£29,000. Application deadline: January 29.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/5 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. Some conversion/professional masters consider 3.0/5.0 with relevant experience.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £22,250–£30,000. Application deadline: Rolling — apply by March–June for September entry. Decision time: 4–8 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 4/5 (First Class or strong 2:1). Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership funding available.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Leeds Scholarship for Academic Excellence
by University of Leeds · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →Africa Leeds Award
by University of Leeds · Masters
Learn more →Chevening Scholarship
by UK Government · Masters
Learn more →Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Leeds accept WAEC?
Yes — WAEC/NECO counts as O-level equivalent. Leeds has its own on-campus International Study Centre (ISC) with a Foundation Year that gives guaranteed entry to Year 1 programmes.
Does Leeds have scholarships specifically for African students?
Yes — Leeds has historically offered the Africa Leeds Award for postgraduate students. Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships are also available. Check the university website for current availability.
What GPA do I need for Masters at Leeds?
Minimum 3.5/5.0 (2:1 equivalent). Some conversion programmes may consider 3.0/5.0 with relevant professional experience.
Is Leeds expensive to live in?
No — Leeds is one of the most affordable major UK cities. Average student living costs are around £900–£1,100/month, significantly less than London (£1,500+).
Tips for Applying to Leeds
Leeds is a top-100 Russell Group university in one of the UK's most affordable major cities. The on-campus ISC Foundation Year makes the application process straightforward, and the Africa Leeds Award is a unique scholarship specifically targeting African postgraduates. Strong for Business, Law, Engineering, and Social Sciences.
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