Study Abroad

Pencils are not allowed anymore. For the IELTS paper-based test you must write all your answers using a pen to ensure they are clear. Please practice your handwriting before test day.

Yes it is very likely. 80% of IELTS test centers now use video call speaking tests instead of face to face interviews with a real examiner. It will be easier to give IELTS speaking test now.

Yes DCU acceptance rate stands around 50% meaning out of every 100 candidates who apply for its admission process upto 50 will  be accepted. This makes it moderately hard to get into the university as only one tenth of the applicants will be offered admission

No, the main rules are the same. The official bodies like IDP and British Council have not announced any big changes to the IELTS exam format. Stick to your normal study plan for now.

Yes absolutely because DCU was ranked top 350 in the World Rankings 2026 by THE while it was ranked no. 1 in Ireland in Research Quality. It was also ranked 410th in the World for 2026 by QS while 19 of DCU's subjects ranked in QS Subject Rankings 2025. It also stood no. 1 in Ireland for Environmental Sustainability
QS Sustainability Rankings 2026

All students hailing from a non English speaking country must submit proof of English proficiency including PG and foundation programme students. Although the DCU requirements for master's are programme and school specific, the majority schools have the following minimum scores:

All students hailing from a non English speaking country must submit proof of English proficiency. Students will get one step closer to entering DCU by obtaining the scores mentioned below

Yes absoltely because the Free University of Berlin ranked #88 in QS World University Rankings and #23 for WS WUR Ranking by Subject. In 2025 as well as 2026, it has been ranked the 4th best university in Germany by QS.

The requirement for the Management & Marketing master's programme from Free University of Berlin includes a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 12 credit points in accounting/taxation as well as in mathematics, statistics/empirical research methods or an equivalent degree. English language skills of level B2 CEFR are required and students have to write a thesis of at least 12 pages to showcase ability in management/marketing.

London Business School placement rate attracts students from all over the globe. London Business School MBA placement rate is around 86%. As per London Business School reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university has been rated 5 out of 5 for the quality of its faculty. The students rated the London Business School for placement is as follows-