Welcome The Gambia

If you have any questions about studying at Aberystwyth University, please contact the Regional Officer for your country:

Contact: Jack Latchford-Coates
Email: jac136@aber.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 1970 621892

Entry Requirements

	Entry Requirements
Foundation	International Foundation Certificate 30-week: WASSCE with minimum 5 grades at C6 including in relevant subjects. Candidates who narrowly miss the academic entry requirements may be considered subject to interview. IELTS: for UKVI 4.5 - 5.0 depending on the pathway selected. 15-week: WASSCE with minimum 4 grades at B3 including in relevant subjects. Candidates who narrowly miss the academic entry requirements may be considered subject to interview. IELTS: for UKVI 5.0-5.5 depending on the pathway selected. Applicants must have an IELTS for UKVI or Trinity College SELT from a UK government approved test centre in order to get a CAS / Tier 4 Visa for a Foundation Course in the UK. Contact tesol@aber.ac.uk
Undergraduate	Course with an integrated foundation: WASSCE with at least 3 subjects at grade B3. Direct entry: A WAEC Certificate AND International Foundation Programme. A-Levels (104-128 UCAS points) International Baccalaureate (28 - 32 points) National Diploma / Diploma - minimum grade Merit/Lower Credit HND / Advanced Diploma - can be considered for year 2 entry A merit award or above at HND can be considered for year 2 entry.
Postgraduate	Applicants will be required to hold a Master's qualification with minimum cGPA 2.7 or Grade B-
English Requirement	IELTS score of at least 6.0 - 7.5 If you require help or assistance with your English then our International English Centre will be pleased to offer assistance and guidance. The Centre offers an intensive full-time course available before you commence your degree and provides ongoing support throughout the duration of your studies.

Scholarships

Award	Value & Benefit	Further Information
Aberystwyth The Gambia Scholarship (Undergraduate)	£2,000 tuition fee discount for every taught year of studies	Students must be self-funded and not receive any other scholarships apart from the International Accommodation Award.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (Postgraduate)	£2,000 - £3,000 tuition fee discount	Students with an equivalent of a UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount. Students with an equivalent of a UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount. Students must be self-funded and not receive any other scholarships apart from the International Accommodation Award.
International Accommodation Award (Foundation, Undergraduate and Postgraduate)	International students are eligible to receive inclusive university accommodation for each year of studies. Subject to availability. *Terms and conditions apply.	See our International Accommodation Award page for more information.
Caru Aber International Award	This award gives a £1,000 tuition fee discount to any international fee-paying students who spent a period of time studying with us as an associate student.	See our Caru Aber International Award page for more information.
AberDoc Scholarship Competition (PhD students only)	Grant for up to 3 years covering fees and maintenance with access to a conference fund.	See our AberDoc Scholarship Competition page for more information.
International Family Award	£1,000 tuition fee discount available to international fee-paying students who have a family member that has studied, or is studying, at Aberystwyth University.	See our International Family Award page for more information.
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship (MRes Parasite Control course only)	2 x scholarships that cover fees, approved fares and personal maintenance. (May not be held alongside other scholarships, awards, or bursaries that cover the same costs.)	See the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship page for more information.
Chevening Scholarship (Postgraduate)	Chevening Scholarships provide full funding for a one-year Master’s degree in any subject.	See our Chevening Scholarship page for more information.
Departmental Awards	Worth up to £500 per year.	See our Departmental Scholarships page for more information.

For further information on Scholarships and Bursaries please see our Fees & Scholarships page or contact the International Recruitment & Development Office on international@aber.ac.uk

Agents

Aberystwyth University carefully selects overseas representatives and will only work with companies and individuals who meet our high standards of professionalism and service. For guidance on how to choose an agency please see the Student Guide to Choosing an Education Agent.

For further information, please also refer to the British Council's guidance for agents, the UKCISA Code of Ethics and the QAA's Quality Code for UK higher education.

World Student Advisors

Tel: +44 791 4797 830
Email: Tim.hunt@worldstudentadvisors.com
Website: www.worldstudentadvisors.com

Student Profiles

Mariama Koita

(LLM Human Rights and Humanitarian Law)

What do you love about Aberystwyth and Aberystwyth University?

Aberystwyth is a quiet and comfortable place to study, especially the student accommodation. The University has state-of-the-art facilities that students can use to venture into any field of study. The libraries are well equipped with books and modern computers, the lecture rooms are equipped with the most advanced technologies, and the lecturers are very knowledgeable.

What have you enjoyed most about your course?

I have enjoyed almost every aspect of my course and the lectures by the different tutors. I have also gained knowledge within the different modules that are part of my course.

What is your favourite thing about the campus? Have you been able to join any societies?

I have just joined the African Caribbean Society in Aberystwyth, to help create that connection or one family thing as students from Africa. My favourite thing about the campus is that it is a comfortable place to live as a student and focus on your studies. It is also a place that creates easy access to your classes or lectures and access to the library without delay.

What advice would you give someone considering studying at Aberystwyth University?

The advice I would give is that please do not hesitate to apply for Aberystwyth University, because it is one of the best universities in Wales where someone would want to be and to gain knowledge from excellent lecturers. It is a place worth being, and a place where you can expand your horizon and achieve your dreams in life.