Requirements for research programmes.

Applicants to research programmes are also advised to meet the minimum requirements listed below or to provide a letter from their proposed supervisor stating that the supervisor is satisfied with the applicant's level of English.

Minimum Requirements:
An appropriate master's or equivalent qualification that has been obtained from a University or other institution recognised by UL following a period of study similar to that required in UL. A candidate who holds a master's degree in a discipline other than that in which the doctoral research is intended to be pursued shall be considered for entry under rule 5.4.1b, or

An honours primary bachelor's degree with a minimum classification of 2.1 honours or equivalent qualification, or

An honours primary bachelor's degree with a minimum classification of 2.2 honours or equivalent qualification, or

A degree or equivalent qualification, other than that specified in 5.4.1a, 5.4.1b or 5.4.1c and a minimum of four years' acceptable professional experience at an appropriate and relevant level may be considered for entry to the master's register.

Candidates within this category without a minimum of four years' acceptable professional experience will be considered for entry under regulation 5.4.4.

For further information on the Research Postgraduate Academic Regulations, Please see Chapter 5

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Requirements for research programmes.
Applicants to research programmes are also advised to meet the minimum requirements listed below or to provide a letter from their proposed supervisor stating that the supervisor is satisfied with the applicant's level of English.

Minimum Requirements

TOEFL - a minimum score of 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet based) in the TOEFL test

IELTS - The British Council/University of Cambridge Local Syndicate's test of Academic English, International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a composite score in the range of 6-6.5 and not less than 6 in any one component, for entry to degree programmes in the Faculty of Science & Engineering and a composite score in the range of 6.5-7 and not less than 6 in any one component, for entry to programmes in the Faculties of Business, Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences and Education & Health Sciences.

Leaving Certificate English at Grade D Ordinary Level or above

University of Dublin (Trinity College) English Composition (not English Literature) at Pass Level or above

GCE O Level English Language at Grade C or above

GCSE English language at Grade C or above

CSE Grade 1 Pass in English

Hong Kong Certificate of Education, English Language Syllabus B, Grade C or better

The following standard in English Language examinations set by certain GCE Examination Boards - any one of

Board
Grade

Associated Examining Board (AEB)
C or above

Oxford Delegacy of Local Examinations (Oxford)
C or above

Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate Syndicate (Cambridge) School Certificate Pass in the range 1-6

University of London University Entrance and School Examinations Council (London)
School Certificate Pass in the range 1-6

A pass in the Use of English examinations administered by bodies as listed under GCE Examination Board

A pass in the Oxford Examining Body's English as a Foreign Language (Higher Paper)

A pass in English in the Joint Matriculation Board (JMB) Test in English (Overseas) examination

Matriculation examinations from European countries where English is presented as a subject and an acceptable level is achieved

One of the following other University of Cambridge ESOL exams:

a grade C or higher on a Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

grade A on a Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)

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This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.