Keele University: A Summary
Overview:
Keele University is a public research university located in Staffordshire, England. Established over 70 years ago, it is renowned for its wide range of teaching and research, tackling global issues. Keele is known for its commitment to sustainability and its positive impact on the local economy.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Keele University offers a vibrant campus experience. Students can expect a beautiful setting in the Staffordshire countryside, just five miles from Stoke-on-Trent. The university is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to student well-being.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Research Excellence:
Keele University is recognized for its high-quality research, with 80% of its research classified as world-leading or internationally excellent.Teaching Excellence:
The university has achieved a Gold award in the Teaching Excellence Framework, demonstrating its commitment to providing excellent teaching and learning experiences.Student Satisfaction:
Keele University has been ranked number one in the UK by students, according to Studentcrowd.Sustainability Focus:
Keele is dedicated to sustainability and has a strong commitment to environmental responsibility.Strong Local Impact:
The university contributes significantly to the local economy, generating £345 million annually.Academic Programs:
Other:
Keele University is a modern university that has played a significant role in shaping higher education in Britain. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is also a partner with the NHS, providing opportunities for students to gain practical experience in healthcare.
Entry Requirements:
A Level:
BBC in three A Levels. Contextual Offer: CCC in three A Levels. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma:
DMM in any BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma. Contextual Offer: MMM in any BTEC Extended Diploma / National Extended Diploma. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
BTEC National Diploma / Diploma:
Distinction and Merit in any BTEC National Diploma / Diploma and C in one A Level, or Merit and Merit in BTEC Diploma and A in one A Level. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma:
Distinction in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and CC in two A Levels, or Merit in any BTEC National Extended Certificate / Subsidiary Diploma and BB in two A Levels. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
T Level:
Merit in any T Level. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
International Baccalaureate Diploma:
554 in three Higher Levels or 29 points. Contextual Offer: 444 in three Higher levels or 27 points. You will also need:
Access to HE Diploma:
112 UCAS points in any Access to HE Diploma including Distinction in at least 15 Level 3 credits. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Welsh Baccalaureate / Bagloriaeth Cymru:
The Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate is equivalent to one full A Level at the same grade and can be included alongside 2 other A Levels in a standard A Level offer for this course (see A Level). All subject specific requirements will still need to be met.
Scotland - Highers and Advanced Highers:
BCCCC in five Highers, or CD in two Advanced Highers and CC in two Highers, or CCD in three Advanced Highers. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ):
If you have B or higher in the EPQ and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see "Alternative and contextual offers" below.
Core Maths:
If you have B or higher in Core Maths and are studying A Levels, BTEC, the International Baccalaureate, or an Access to HE Diploma, you will typically receive an alternative offer which will be lower than the standard offer. Please see "Alternative and contextual offers" below.
Ireland - Leaving Certificate:
H3, H4, H4, H4, H4, H4 in the Irish Leaving Certificate. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
China - Gaokao:
70% in the Gaokao. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
India - Standard XII:
Average of 65% from four subjects in the ICSE, CBSE or Western Bengal Standard XII, or average of 70% from four subjects in any other Standard XII. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Germany - Abitur:
2.4 overall average in the Abitur. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
France - Baccalaureate:
12 in the French Baccalaureate/International Option Baccalaureate/Baccalauréate Français International. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Hong Kong - Diploma:
443 from two electives and one core subject in the HKDSE. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Spain - Bachillerato:
Overall average of 7 in the Título de Bachillerato. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Italy - Diploma di Esame di Stato:
75% in the Esame di Stato. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Cyprus - Apolytirion:
17.5 / 83% in the Apolytirion. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Portugal:
Overall average of 15 in a Secondary Certificate. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Canada - Diploma:
60% / BCCCC in five courses in the Grade 12 Diploma. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below) We may accept a two year Diploma. We may accept an Ordinary National Diploma with GPA of 2.5 or a Merit / Lower Credit.
USA - Advanced Placement:
443 from three Advanced Placement subjects. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Sri Lanka - Advanced Level:
BBC in three Advanced Levels. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Malaysia - STPM:
BBC in three Principal Level subjects in the STPM. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Singapore - A Levels (H2):
BBC in three H2 Levels. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
European Baccalaureate:
70% overall. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
NCUK:
Pass NCUK Foundation Year with BBC and a C in EAP English Language module.
Uganda - Advanced Certificate of Education:
BBC in three Principal Level subjects in the Advanced Certificate of Education. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
Zimbabwe - Advanced Level GCE:
BBC in three Advanced Level subjects. You will also need:
- an English language qualification (see below)
English Language Requirements:
All of our courses require an English language qualification or test. For most students, this requirement can be met with a 4 or C in GCSE English.
