At the University of Liverpool, we have a long history of welcoming international students. Of our 30,000 students, nearly 8,000 are from outside the UK, representing more than 135 countries. You'll soon feel at home as part of our vibrant, diverse and inclusive community.
You can find details of qualifications from your country below.
Some of these qualifications may be accepted as equivalent to our typical academic requirements. For others, we may require you to complete a Foundation Certificate or Pre-Master's course first.
You'll also need to check our course pages to view the specific entry requirements, including any additional criteria, for your intended course.
If you're wondering what's the difference between an undergraduate degree and a master's, we can help. We've pulled together a guide to the variety of awards and research opportunities we offer, so you can find the type of degree that's right for you.
| A Level | Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi |
|---|---|
| AAA | Achieve Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi with an overall average of 5 with 5 in state maturity exams. |
| AAB | Achieve Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi with an overall average of 4.5 with 4.5 in state maturity exams. |
| ABB | Achieve Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi with an overall average of 4.2 with 4.2 in state maturity exams. |
| BBB | Achieve Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi with an overall average of 4 with 4 in state maturity exams. |
Please note, your Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi (Secondary School Leaving Diploma) must be taken at a gymnasium. The Matura exam evaluates the learning achievements in five school subjects: Montenegrin language, mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology.
If you have good high school grades but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Foundation Certificate. These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College.
Successful completion of a Foundation Certificate, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool undergraduate degree.
| Qualification | Details |
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We require a Bachelor's degree (Diploma of Completed Academic Undergraduate Studies, or Diploma of Professional Undergraduate Studies) from a recognised institution with a minimum grade of 7.0 out of 10.
Some of our courses do require higher entry requirements. See individual course pages for full details.
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If you hold a bachelors' degree or equivalent but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Pre-Master's course.
These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College. Successful completion of a Pre-Master's, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool master's degree.
Our entry requirements for prospective postgraduate researchers from Montenegro can vary between different faculties, schools and institutes.
For further information about the entry requirements you’ll typically need to achieve, we recommend getting in touch with your intended school or institute, using the relevant email address on our contact us page for postgraduate research opportunities.
You can also find contact details at the bottom of each research degree or research project page.
To study at the University of Liverpool, you'll need to show you meet our English language requirements.
We accept a variety of international English language tests and country-specific qualifications you can use to demonstrate your English language ability. We also offer Pre-Sessional English courses if you need to improve your English language skills.
English within the Maturski ispit / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi is not accepted as proof of English language.
Our tuition fees vary depending on your course and your confirmed fee status as either an international or UK (‘home') student. You'll find our tuition fees listed on each course page.
You'll also need to budget for covering your living costs while studying with us. This includes your accommodation and travel expenses, such as flights to the UK.
We offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students to help make studying at university more affordable.
If you've decided to apply to the University of Liverpool, that's great news!
Your options for how you apply depend on your intended level of study and whether you want to apply yourself or through an agent.
You can:
You'll need to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) if you're looking to join an undergraduate degree.
You can apply online, using our Apply Yourself portal, if you're looking to join a master's course or postgraduate research degree.
Join our online events to speak with staff and current students and find out more about our courses, how to apply and your funding options.
Discover our campus and the city of Liverpool for yourself. Attend an open day or arrange a campus tour led by a friendly student guide.
Find out if you need a visa to study in the UK. Our step-by-step guide will take you through every stage of the visa application process.
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Jay-Louise is our Deputy Head of International Recruitment (Undergraduate), responsible for recruitment from Hong Kong and Europe.
If you're from Montenegro and have any queries about studying with us, please don't hesitate to contact Jay-Louise by emailing irro@liverpool.ac.uk.
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