The UK Borders Agency (UKBA) has rules about the level of English needed before they will issue a visa to study in the UK. It is also very important that your English level is of a good standard for you to be successful in your studies. All applicants must achieve the minimum requirements in all 4 components (listening, reading, speaking and writing). The University of Buckingham has higher requirements than the minimum specified for a degree level course in the UK (Common European Framework, grade B2). Please check the undergraduate or postgraduate language requirements for more details.

If you wish to apply directly to the University for a Foundation pathway course or International foundation pathway please download & print the application before sending it to us, manually or electronically or contact us with your postal address and we will send you a copy of our application form for you to return to us. In order to process your application, we need your most recent academic transcripts and results, and one reference from your current or last school/college (two if you are applying for post-graduate study). Visa nationals also need to complete a Visa Information Form. Your reference should be written by someone who has taught you, demonstrating your ability as a student and your suitability for university study. If it is more than 5 years since you left full-time education it may be written by an employer. It should then be posted, faxed, or scanned and emailed to the Admissions Office where we will process it as part of your application.