Your Country/Region Iran

Azadi tower in Tehran, Iran.Azadi tower in Tehran, Iran.

A big welcome to our all students that are thinking of joining us from Iran.

With 14,000 students from 100+ countries worldwide, Chester provides a diverse, vibrant and safe home for international students.

This page will provide you with all the information you need to join us from Iran. From country-specific entry requirements, application queries, local representatives, your student experience and much more, we’ll support you every step of the way!

Entry Requirements

General entry requirements for each level are provided below. Some programmes do also have additional course-specific requirements which can be found on the individual course pages. Please ensure you are able to fulfil the programme requirements and meet the academic standards expected before submitting an application.

Foundation Year

  • Successful completion of High School Diploma (3 years) with a minimum grade of 12/20
  • If undertaking Engineering OR Business and Social Science, you will need to have a equivalent of C in Maths

Undergraduate Study

  • 4 year high school diploma with an overall score of 12/20 or above
  • Pre-University Certificate with a grade of 14/20 or above = Year 1/Level 4 entry
  • Associate Degree from a University with a grade of 14/20 or above may be considered for 2nd year/Level 5 entry

Pre-Masters

  • Professional Doctorate/Bachelor Degree from recognised university with 10/20 or above.

Postgraduate Study

  • Professional Doctorate/Bachelor Degree from a recognised university with a grade of 13/20 or above

English language entry requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate that they have an appropriate level of English language to be eligible to study one of our foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate courses. The level of English required depends on the course applied for.

More information can be found in the Entry Requirements section.

Study Gaps

Applicants with significant gaps in study are considered higher risk for visa refusal, and in these instances the applicant will need to provide evidence demonstrating activities during this period and why returning to education is beneficial to their career.

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Where To Go:

Restaurants & Shops

  • Falafel Xpress (Halal) 
  • Chester Charcoal Grill (Halal) 
  • World Food Shop 
  • Village Food & Meat Centre (Halal), Brook Street 

Religious Establishments 

  • Chester Mosque & Islamic Centre

Student Societies

Chester Students’ Union has a diverse range of student societies for you to join. Joining these societies are the perfect opportunity to meet new friends from your home country and get involved in lots of cultural activities and events they host throughout the year!

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International Officer

Joe Agar

 

 

Email: josephagar@chester.ac.uk

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