Students who complete their studies at a relevant high school and/or recognized post-secondary institution will be considered for admission. International applicants must be in good standing and demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in English. UNBC has country-specific academic requirements, thus, for Indian aspirants the requirements are as follows:
Undergraduate Admission
Students must have Class 12 or Standard XII Board Examination results issued by examination boards, such as ISC, GCSE, AISSCE, etc. For general entry, students should have a minimum average grade of 50% or higher in English Class 12, three academic subjects, and an elective. Apart from this, students who have a three-year diploma issued by a state board of education will also be accepted. A minimum average grade of 50% or higher is required for general entry.
Additionally, any one of these English proficiency test score is required:
English Tests Accepted | Minimum Score Required |
TOEFL iBT | 90 or higher No less than 20 in each section |
IELTS | 6.5 or above At least 6.0 in each section |
Duolingo (DET) | 105 or higher |
Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature & Composition or AP Literature & Composition | Final Grade 2 or better |
C1 Advanced | Grade B or better |
PTE | Overall 65 No less than 60 in each component |
English requirements can also be fulfilled if the student has:
- A final grade of 75% (B) or better in a university transferable English course, or
- Completed two full years of full-time degree level studies or equivalent at a recognized institution where English is the language of instruction.
Graduate Admissions
Indian graduate applicants should possess any of these academic qualifications from a university or institution accredited by India's National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a grade of A or better. GRE or GMAT may be required as per course requirements.
Academic Qualification | Minimum Required Grades |
Four-year bachelor’s degree | First Class Division or at least Grade B |
Three-year bachelor’s degree |
Applicants also need to meet the English proficiency requirements by submitting any of these scores:
English Tests Accepted | Minimum Score Required |
TOEFL iBT | 90 or higher No less than 20 in each section |
IELTS | 6.5 or above At least 6.0 in each section |
PTE | Overall 65 No less than 60 in each component |