China

English Language minimum for undergraduate study

You will need MLWSP Diploma English 12 module at 65% or above, IELTS 6.0 overall, GCSE English C or 4 or an equivalent qualification: Check which English language qualifications we accept.

Info last updated

15/09/2025

Typical entry requirements

Subject-specific requirements from Gaokao: 75-85%.
and
an overall average of 80% with at least 80% in relevant subject areas in senior high school Year 1 and Year 2 and obtain senior high school graduation certificate.

Subject-specific requirements from the MLWSP Diploma: 75-85%

Institutionally agreed

01/09/2025

If we ask for 2.2, you need:

70%-80%, depending on your institution.

English Language minimum for postgraduate study

You will need IELTS 6.5 overall, GCSE English C or 4 or an equivalent qualification: Check which English language qualifications we accept.

Qualifications we accept for undergraduate study

Gaokao (aka NCEE - National College Entrance Examination) and Senior high school.

Please note that some programmes require A Level Maths alongside the Gaokao.

We also accept the Maple Leaf World School Program (MLWSP) Diploma.

Applicants not meeting these requirements (or those applying to School of Medicine or Dentistry courses) will be required to complete a foundation programme, such as the University of Leeds International Foundation Year, or other level 3 qualifications such as A-levels or the International Baccalaureate.

If we ask for 2.1, you need:

70%-85%, depending on your institution.

Qualifications we accept for postgraduate study

4 year Bachelor degrees.

The University of Leeds uses institutional lists when assessing applications from accepted Chinese institutions, and requirements may vary by school. Please check that your institution is accepted and that you meet the entry requirements before making an application.

Country

China