Spotlight on the University of Bradford
Applying to the University of Bradford? Explore acceptance rates, available courses, and funding options for your international master’s.
At a glance
12,000+ students from over 120 countries
157,000+ alumni across 179 countries
1st in England for social mobility (HEPI Index)
95% satisfaction with international student support
4th in the UK for careers & employability services
Home to pioneering research, including the world’s first Department of Peace Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic background
Postgraduate taught courses typically require a qualification equivalent to a UK 2:2 (Second Class Honours, Lower Division). For individual course requirements, please see the course details on the school website.
For Nigeria: 3 or 4-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum of a 2:2.
For Ghana: 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent to a UK 2:2.
Language tests
IELTS: 6.0 overall
TOEFL: 80
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE/WAEC): C6 or higher in English
NABTEB English: C6 or above accepted
Completion of education in English may be accepted (case dependent)
Admission process
Apply Online: www.bradford.ac.uk
You’ll typically need:
A completed online application
Degree transcripts and certificates
Personal statement
References
Proof of English language proficiency
Campus, city, and local culture
Bradford is a vibrant and affordable student city in northern England. It’s recognised as the UK City of Culture 2025 and is the world’s first UNESCO City of Film. Students benefit from an accessible, modern campus just a short walk from the city centre, with direct access to public parks, music and arts venues, and the nearby Yorkshire Dales and Peak District.
With more than 150 languages spoken, Bradford is one of the UK’s most culturally diverse cities, ideal for international students looking for a supportive and globally minded environment.
Support for International Students
At the University of Bradford, international students are supported from arrival to graduation. Highlights include:
Airport welcome service by student ambassadors
Free English support via the Language Centre (workshops, 1:1s, online resources)
UBU International Student Centre: Cultural events, day trips, and peer-led language groups
Personal Academic Tutors and Student Life Team support
Free, confidential counselling and mental health services
On-campus resources like a nursery, health centre, prayer rooms, physiotherapy and eye clinics
Access to libraries and IT facilities during term
Career and Employability Services, including help with part-time jobs and graduate career planning
Active alumni network across 179 countries
At the University of Bradford, we provide everything you need to succeed in your studies and transition into graduate work. From the moment you arrive, our student ambassadors are there to welcome you at the airport.
Our Language Centre offers free academic English support through workshops, one-to-ones, and online resources covering grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, and writing. You’ll also find a supportive space at the UBU International Student Centre, which hosts cultural events, day trips, and student-led language learning.
You’ll be assigned a Personal Academic Tutor to guide you through your course, and our Student Life Team is on hand to support you throughout your time here. Free, confidential counselling and mental health advice are also available, along with support from the Students’ Union.
We offer a wide range of on-campus services, including a nursery (fees apply), student health centre, prayer spaces, religious counsellors, disability support, an eye clinic with reduced-rate exams, and a student-run physiotherapy clinic. Our libraries and IT facilities are open 24/7 during term time to give you flexible access to resources.
Our Career and Employability Services help you develop the skills employers value through workshops and practical guidance, including support in finding part-time work. Even after you graduate, you’ll remain part of the Bradford community through our Alumni Office, which organises reunions, networking opportunities, and global alumni branches.
Scholarships for International Students
MSc Renewable and Sustainable Energy Scholarship: £7,500 tuition discount for international students enrolling through the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics
Bradford-Renduchintala Scholarships: £10,000 awards for eligible students applying to:
MSc Satellite Systems Engineering (September intake only)
MSc Artificial Intelligence and Space Technology (September intake only)
Prodigy Finance international student loans for the University of Bradford
Prodigy Finance offers loans for international master’s students at the University of Bradford.
Loan coverage: Up to 100% of the university-estimated cost of attendance (tuition + living expenses)
Minimum loan: $10,000
Disbursement: Directly to the university in line with its fee schedule
