University of Leeds

Yes, international students willing to study at the University of Leeds have to show their English language proficiency. Class 12 English is accepted at 70% or 75%, depending on the state board OR the following minimum scores are required at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels:

(Note: Exceptions could be applicable for English language proficiency scores as some courses may require higher scores)

For the master’s course, there is no University of Leeds application fee. However, for undergraduate courses, students have to pay the application fee as applicable through UCAS. The documents that have to be submitted along with the University of Leeds postgraduate application are:

• Academic transcripts
• Evidence of English language proficiency
• Scanned copies of any UK Visas / permits / CAS that a student currently holds or previously held
• Personal statement
• CV
• Portfolio (if applicable)
• A research proposal (if applicable)
• Letter of references
• Any additional document

Read: Documents Required for Admission in UK

The Leeds admission requirements for Indian students include English proficiency proof. Rest are given below:

• Undergraduate: Students must have passed Class 12 with average 60% - 85% and 75% - 90% in two relevant subjects
• Postgraduate: Students must have a 3 or 4-year bachelor's degree. For 1st degree requirement students need first class (65%); for 2:1 degree, first class (60%), and for 2:2 degree, upper a second class (55%)

The acceptance rate at Leeds Uni is between 64% - 77%. This acceptance rate of Leeds Uni makes it a somewhat selective university. So, for admission to the Uni of Leeds, students must meet all the entry requirements. Moreover, submit all the documents required. 

No, a GMAT score is not a mandatory requirement for Leeds MBA in most of cases. However, if the applicant’s degree qualification is below a 2:1 (Hons) or overseas equivalent or he / she doesn’t’ have a formal or professional qualification, then the university may ask for GMAT with a minimum score of 600. In order to enhance the application, the University of Leeds encourages students to submit GMAT score.

Yes, if the application for Leeds MBA is successful in progression to the next stage of the application process then, the university will notify the candidates that they have been invited for an interview. Attending the interview is a mandatory part of the Leeds MBA application process. Interviews will either take place via video call, telephone, or in-person at the Business School or overseas.

To apply to the Leeds MBA, the applicants are required to submit the following:

• A completed application form
• Original academic transcripts
• Up-to-date CV
• English language proficiency score
• Personal statement
• Contact details of two references, one professional and one academic
• GMAT test score
• Passport copy showing passport number and expiry date
• In case, the applicants have previously studied in the UK on a student visa, then they need to provide official evidence of this including CAS, visas, and BRP