Students from Pakistan at the University of Exeter
There are currently more than 1,000 students from South Asia studying at the University of Exeter. Discover why international students choose to study with us and find out about our entry requirements, agent representatives, and funding opportunities.
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Entry requirements
The information below will allow you to check qualifications from your country or territory to see if they may be accepted for entry to the University of Exeter, and the equivalent grades required. Our course pages contain typical entry requirements that are commonly held by UK applicants. You can find out details on our English language requirements here.
Undergraduate entry requirements for students from Pakistan
Students with A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or USA curriculum tests can apply for direct entry. See individual programme pages and the USA country page for information about entry requirements for these qualifications.
Students who have studied the HSC (Higher Secondary School Certificate) will be required to complete an appropriate foundation to be considered for entry, such as one of our International Study Centre courses or equivalent.
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Postgraduate entry requirements for students from Pakistan
Postgraduate Taught
Students who have completed 16 years of study (i.e 4 years of post-secondary education) from a recognised university can be considered for entry to Postgraduate Taught programmes.
| First Degree | 4 year Bachelor's degree from a recognised Pakistan Institution (minimum 124 credits) or 2 or 3 year Bachelor's Degree AND 2 year Master's degree fron a recognised Pakistan Institution or A 5 year programme (such as 5 year LLB or 2 year bachelors AND 3 year LLB) |
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| First | CGPA 3.5+ or 80%+ |
| 2:1 | CGPA 3.01-3.49 or 70-79% |
| 2:2 | CGPA 2.5-3.0 or 60-69% |
Postgraduate Research
For entry onto postgraduate research programmes (including PhD) you will need to hold a relevant Masters degree, supported by a strong research proposal.
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Please contact us to discuss your qualifications and entry pathway.
Agent representatives
The University of Exeter has agreements with independent representatives in your country, who would be pleased to tell you more about the University's programmes and assist you in making an application. Most of our representatives offer their services to applicants for free. Those that do charge a fee must make this clear from the outset of their consultation with students and issue appropriate receipts. If you have any concerns about whether an agent is an authorised representative of the University of Exeter, please contact us. We also welcome feedback on the services offered by our local representatives. Please see a list of agents operating in your country or territory below, or consult our list of agents operating globally or online.
Zahrah, studying BSc Business Economics
"Choosing to study at the University of Exeter has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. From the moment I arrived, I was struck by how welcoming and supportive the community is. The beautiful campus, outstanding teaching, and inclusive environment made it easy to settle in and feel at home — even as a student from Pakistan.
Exeter has given me incredible opportunities to grow, both academically and personally. I’ve developed valuable skills through my course at the Business School and built lasting friendships through societies and campus life. It’s a university that truly values diversity and helps every student succeed."
Scholarships and funding opportunities
We are investing over £7m in a range of scholarships to support international and EU students paying international tuition fees, who choose Exeter for their studies in 2026/27. This includes the Exeter Excellence Scholarship, recognising outstanding academic achievement and support students from around the world to take their place in our vibrant, global community.
Find out more about available scholarships and funding opportunities
University of Exeter Postgraduate Taught Scholarships for Pakistan
These scholarships help make sure aspiring students from this country can pursue their studies. There are scholarships available for January 2026 entry and September 2026 entry.
Immigration and visa support
The International Student Support Office can provide you with advice on any immigration and visa matters you may need help with, including applying for your student visa.
