The University of Southampton welcomes students from Pakistan.
Learn more about the requirements you'll need to study with us, plus access other resources for Pakistani students.
You will also need to meet English language requirements and have your student visa in place.
If you want to take an undergraduate course with us but do not yet have the qualifications needed to apply, we may offer a foundation course that will enable you to qualify and secure a place.
The Pakistani equivalents for their entry requirements will depend on which of these one-year intensive introductions you apply for.
They include:
Most of our undergraduate degrees take 3 years to complete full time and award a bachelor’s degree in the field you study.
To study with us, you need to achieve a grade in your qualification that is equivalent to the A level requirements of your chosen course.
You'll need one of the following, with the minimum grade or score dependent on which course you're applying for:
You must also meet any listed subject requirements. Find your course page for the exact requirements you'll need to meet.
The OnCampus pre-master's programmes prepare international students for studying at the master’s degree level. They take place over 2 semesters and focus on improving English language, study and research skills.
If you have a UK 2:2 degree equivalent but need a 2:1, successfully completing a programme will secure you a place on your chosen degree.
To apply for a pre-master's programme, you need:
Our postgraduate taught degrees involve more advanced study and usually take 1 year, depending on the course. Degrees awarded include master’s degrees, postgraduate diplomas and certificates.
We accept bachelor’s degrees from Pakistan. To apply, you'll usually need the equivalent of at least a 2:1 or 2:2 UK undergraduate degree.
See your course page for the exact requirement.
The minimum grades you need for an equivalent to a first, 2:1 or 2:2 also depend on the institution that awarded your final certificate. Each institution falls into one of 4 groups called 'tiers' - each tier equates to a specific set of grades.
To check which tier yours belongs to, explore our list of Pakistani universities, colleges and institutes:
Search Pakistani institution tiers
The Pakistani grade equivalencies for each tier are shown as CGPA and percentage (%) requirements.
UK degree classification | First class | 2:1 | 2:2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | CGPA 3.0 / 4.0 65% | CGPA 2.80 / 4.0 60% | CGPA 2.60 / 4.0 55% |
| Tier 2 | CGPA 3.20 / 4.0 70% | CGPA 3.00 / 4.0 65% | CGPA 2.80 / 4.0 60% |
| Tier 3 | CGPA 3.40 / 4.0 75% | CGPA 3.20 / 4.0 70% | CGPA 3.00 / 4.0 65% |
| Tier 4 | CGPA 3.60 / 4.0 80% | CGPA 3.40 / 4.0 75% | CGPA 3.20 / 4.0 70% |
If you have any questions about equivalencies for your institution, please submit a question to the International Office team.
To study for a PhD or research degree with us, you need all of the following:
Qualifying degrees must have been awarded by a recognised university.
