Sub-Saharan Africa
Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda and Zimbabwe
What level of English do I need?
If English is not your first language, you will also need to demonstrate that your level of English is adequate to succeed on your course. For Bachelor degrees, you will normally require IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score below 5.5, For Master’s programmes you will normally require IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent) with no score below 5.5. Some courses may have different requirements and you should check on the Course Information pages for your chosen programme. See full details of English language equivalences on our English Language Requirements webpage.
What if my qualifications are lower?
If you apply for a Bachelor degree but your qualifications fall below the required level for year 1 entry, we may offer you a 4-year option, including Foundation Study Framework Year, or we may recommend a pathway programme with University of Northampton International College (UNIC).
If your academic qualifications are satisfactory but your English is below the necessary standard we offer Pre-sessional English programmes to prepare you for undergraduate or master’s study.
Does the University offer Scholarships or Bursaries?
Students from Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zimbabwe are eligible for the University of Northampton International Scholarship, worth up to 30% reduction in tuition fees. Many University-wide scholarships are also open to International students and we offer what we believe to be the most competitive Student Benefits Package of any university in England. Full details can be found on our scholarships and bursaries page. Patrick Yeboah, an Accounting and Finance master’s from Ghana, gives his account of receiving one of our scholarships.
How can I get more help?
Our approved representatives in Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, listed in the accordions below, will give you information about our University, our courses and entry requirements and can provide help when it comes to applying.
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Qualifications
What do I need to join an Undergraduate course at the start of Year 1?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Completion of Year 1 of a degree programme from a recognised institution,
- Successful completion of Ordinary National Diploma (OND),
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
- Successful completion of WASSCE plus a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body or any other recognised institution.
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
What do I need to join a master’s taught course?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university,
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-Master’s programme
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
Representatives
- Alpha International Educonsult
- Bonfield Educational Advisory (BEAD)
- Education Solutions Consult Ltd (Edu Sol)
- Excel-Plus Education Partnership
- Globe Educational Center
Dr Anthony Nwigwe is the International Officer responsible for Ghana.
If you are from Ghana, you can complete the form below to arrange an informal chat with us.
Student Story
My friend studied here, and she recommended it. I’d recommend it too; I have an awesome timetable which is structured to allow for personal time, and you can access notes online to supplement your learning.
I get lots of support on my course. The tutors care about me and see me as a person.
I want to own an event planning business and ultimately give back to my own country. One of my first modules introduced us to essential skills like tracking online analytics and how to drive traffic.
There are great local Ghanaian amenities – shops, restaurants, beauticians and a church. I like Tiptoe restaurant which serves Waakye cuisine. I’d recommend them all, and they remind me of home. My friends studying in Paris and London don’t get access to this!
Nadya Ankohma Aboah, MSc International Marketing Strategy.
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Qualifications
What do I need to join an Undergraduate course at the start of Year 1?
We accept the following qualifications:
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
What do I need to join a master’s taught course?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university,
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-Master’s programme
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
Representatives
- UNISERV
- SI-UK Kenya – Nairobi
- SI-UK Kenya – Mombasa
- S Three Education Consultants Ltd – Kenya
- Uniconnect
Ksenia Terekhovskaya is the International Officer responsible for Kenya.
If you are from Kenya, you can complete the form below to arrange an informal chat with us.
Student Story
“I chose the University of Northampton because of the course and the fact that it offered travel alongside studying, which I thought was quite exciting. So, I thought, why not take advantage of the opportunity and learn here? I had also met a representative of the University at a Higher Education fair in Nairobi.
I was quite stressed about that at the beginning, but coming to the University, it was a home away from home because I arrived here, there was a friendly atmosphere and I settled into my course really easily.”
Marie King – BA International Business, 2015-2018.
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Qualifications
What do I need to join an Undergraduate course at the start of Year 1?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Baccalauréat,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
What do I need to join a master’s taught course?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university,
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-Master’s programme
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
Representatives
Contact International Enquiries to speak to the International Officer for Mauritius.
If you are from Mauritius, you can complete the form below to arrange an informal chat with us.
Student Story
“My experience at the University has been amazing. I have never been exposed to so many resources which I am taking full advantage of, right now. I have amazing and supportive tutors and I love participating in their classes. Also, the staffs are very helpful and friendly. I made a lot of good friends; I’m working for the Law Society as Secretary and am a member of other societies. Apart from that, the accommodations are comfortable and beautiful with the town centre at a walking distance. I totally think that I’ve made the right decision to choose the University of Northampton to study my course.”
Bhouvnessuree Bhowaneesing – LLB, year one, 2020.
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Qualifications
What do I need to join an Undergraduate course at the start of Year 1?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Successful completion of South African National Senior Certificate (SA NSC) plus a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body or any other recognised institution,
- Successful completion of a UK Foundation course,
- South African National Senior Certificate (SA NSC) with good grades,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results or IB Diploma,
- Successful completion of a National Diploma.
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
What do I need to join a master’s taught course?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Successful completion of a 4-year Bachelor’s degree with honours,
- 3-year Bachelor degree without Honours plus a top-up, post graduate diploma or pre-Master’s programme,
- HND plus top-up or post graduate diploma,
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
Representatives
Dr Anthony Nwigwe is the International Officer responsible for South Africa.
If you are from South Africa, you can complete the form below to arrange an informal chat with us.
Student Story
“I attended an Open Day with my family – I was amazed by the campus and how developed it was. I attended a class which was hugely influential – it was so easy to imagine myself here. It’s the best place to study a specialised degree with diverse course options; it’s modern, forward thinking.
My South African NSC qualification was recognised here – that’s not always the case with other unis and being awarded the 20% scholarship made it a feasible option.
I love the social life here. It’s so easy to make friends. The International Welcome Week was great for this.
I hope to take a placement year in Switzerland and then study a Masters in Business.”
– Rory Hutchison, BA Advertising & Digital Marketing.
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Qualifications
What do I need to join an Undergraduate course at the start of Year 1?
We accept the following qualifications:
- ZIMSEC Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation programme from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
What do I need to join a master’s taught course?
We accept the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university,
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-Master’s programme
Please contact us or check the Course information pages for the specific grades or points you will need or if you have a qualification not listed above.
Representatives
Ksenia Terekhovskaya is the International Officer responsible for Zimbabwe.
If you are from Zimbabwe, you can complete the form below to arrange an informal chat with us.
Student Story
‘’I chose the University of Northampton as its centrally located in the UK. London and Birmingham are relatively close so I can often visit. My course is accredited by the British Psychology Society and the University gave me a scholarship for a part of the tuition fees. Aside from study, I am part of the Political Debate Society, The Christian Union and I volunteer for Eveda, a domestic abuse support organisation. My volunteering role will give me a competitive edge when I start looking for jobs. The University are excellent at helping with employability.’’
Nellia Mazarura – BSc Psychology & Counselling, 2017-2020.