The University of Buckingham
Island Car Park Entrance, Hunter St, Buckingham MK18 1EG, United Kingdom
1045 International Students

QS Rank
154
Languages
English
Acceptance rate
77
Dorm on Campus
Available
Mode of Degree
offline
About the University
Established in 1973, the University of Buckingham stands as one of the oldest private universities in the UK, receiving university status in 1983 through Royal Charter. A member of the Independent Universities Group, it has continually evolved to meet the demands of higher education. Notably, in response to increasing enrollments, the university expanded its faculty and introduced traditional degrees. In 2015, a significant milestone was achieved with the establishment of the University of Buckingham Medicine School, offering undergraduate degrees in partnership with Milton Keynes University Hospital and Milton Keynes NHS Trust.
With a dynamic academic structure comprising five schools and prominent research centers, the university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs to its student body of approximately 2,520. The schools encompass disciplines such as Business, Law, Humanities, Art & Language, and Science & Medicine, providing a comprehensive educational experience. Additionally, the presence of esteemed research centers like the Centre for Education and Employment Research and the Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies underscores the university's commitment to academic excellence and practical learning.
Requirements for Study
- High school diploma or equivalent qualification
- Minimum grade requirements in relevant subjects (varies by course)
- English language proficiency:
- IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0, with no individual component below 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 79, with minimum scores of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing
- Other English language proficiency tests may be accepted, but scores vary
- Postgraduate Study Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Some courses may require relevant work experience
- English language proficiency:
- IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5, with no individual component below 6.0
- TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 90, with minimum scores of 21 in listening, 22 in reading, 23 in speaking, and 21 in writing
- GRE or GMAT scores may be required for certain programs, but this varies by course Scores required would depend on the specific program and are typically set by the department.