If English is not your first language you should have at least one of the following qualifications (or equivalent) as a minimum.
You need an overall score of 6.0, with at least 5.5 or higher in each component: reading, writing, listening and speaking. An alternative approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) will also be accepted if the applicant’s element scores are equivalent to those required for IELTS. After 6 April 2015, you must take your IELTS exams at one of the test centres listed on the UKVI website.
You need an overall score of 56 with no less than 51 in each skill.
You need grade C or above.
You need grade C or above.
You need grade C or above (UK Exam board).
You need grade 6 or above (only grades 1, 2 or 3 are acceptable for Law).
You need Merit or Distinction.
If you have another qualification not listed above, contact the International Office for advice. If you do not have the necessary level of English you may need to take one of the University's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) University Preparation Courses before you begin your course.
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A Higher Doctorate is awarded for published work of the highest quality. We ask candidates to submit a collection of their published work and a commentary that demonstrates its impact on the subject. Your application should be supported by a professor from the University of Sunderland.
There is a high level of scrutiny for all applications. The Higher Doctorate Panel includes the University’s Vice–Chancellor, and the examiners will be leading authorities in your field of study.
The University of Sunderland awards four Higher Doctorates:
Higher Doctorates are rarely awarded and they are elite qualifications that will mark you out as an outstanding contributor to your field.
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