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How to Study in the UK Without IELTS?
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IELTS is the abbreviation of the International English Language Testing System, and this is an English examination system which is expected to be taken by students with non-native English background who are thinking of studying in the UK. IELTS is a part of the usual procedure for admission to the UK. It tests a candidate on their listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in English and scores you based on the same. If, due to any circumstances, you have missed your IELTS or did not appear for the same, then you do not worry, as many colleges do not require IELTS as a mandatory part of their admission process.
In English speaking countries, IELTS plays a vital role in the application process to universities and colleges. Likewise, in the UK, IELTS is needed by a number of academic institutes; however, many institutes in the UK give admission the students without IELTS scores also. One can apply to those universities and colleges who need evidence of English proficiency by using various parameters such as conducting a telephonic interview or by considering those candidates who have majored or have pursued a degree in the English language.
Colleges in the UK which do not require IELTS
London Southbank University
It is one of the favored ones for those who are looking to study in UK. The university enrolls the students on the basis of their merit. This means that the acceptance of candidates based on their score in class 12th standard or their marks which they have procured in their undergraduate degree. For pursuing studies in the UK without IELTS, London Southbank University is the right choice as it provides numerous courses in streams such as humanities, arts, and business.
Sheffield Hallam University
It is one of the topmost universities in the UK, and it is situated in South Yorkshire. This university provides a large number of full time and part-time courses in various fields. There is a large range of major specializations that are provided at Sheffield Hallam University.
Robert Gordon University
It is amongst the leading universities in Scotland, and it was established in 1992 and is internationally known for its courses in Technology, Architecture, and Engineering. It is amongst the most reputed institutions to study in UK without IELTS. It also offers every applicant with the opportunity to enter an 8-week pre-sessional English language to improve their English proficiency. It provides a large range of courses in almost every field, and some of the most notable disciplines offered by the university are Life sciences, engineering, nursing, and pharmacy.
University of Warwick
Located on the outskirts of Coventry, the University of Warwick was launched in 1965. It has been ranked amongst the top universities and provides an assortment of programs in various fields of studies such as Literary Studies, Education, Health, and Chemistry.
IELTS is not the only way a university can examine the English proficiency of students. If you haven’t attempted IELTS due to any reason, then there are other ways in which the applicant can be tested on his English language abilities. Some of these alternative ways of testing are:
English scores procured in high school
If a student has secured more than 60% marks in English in high school, then some universities might consider the candidate's high school marks rather than IELTS.
Online interview
Some universities or colleges might ask a candidate to appear in an online interview to test his/her English proficiency.
English major
One has studied English as major or has pursued a degree in the same, then one doesn’t need to appear for IELTS.
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