Secondary School Leaving Certificate

If you have completed your Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Grade 11) in Azerbaijan will need to take our one year International Foundation Year or International Year One programme, or the equivalent from another institution, before starting your undergraduate studies here.

Bachelor Degree

If you have successfully completed one year of a Bachelor's degree in Azerbaijan and your grades are good, then direct entry to the first year of a Royal Holloway Bachelor degree programme is possible.

A levels & International Baccalaureate (IB)

If you have taken A levels or the IB you could gain direct entry onto our undergraduate programmes. Specific grade requirements are in the course finder entry for your chosen course.

University preparation programmes

The Royal Holloway International Study Centre provides an International Foundation Year or International Year One programme, which is designed for international students who do not quite meet the requirements for an undergraduate course. This programme will help to develop your academic and English language skills in preparation for university. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at Royal Holloway, University of London.

How to apply

Undergraduate students applications are made online via UCAS. If you are applying to a University preparation course, then apply to Royal Holloway directly. There is more application information in the Studying Here section of the Royal Holloway website.

Masters Degree (Magister)

If you have completed a Bachelor's degree (Bakalavr) in an appropriate subject with good grades/GPA and at a reputable university, you  will be considered for entry to a Royal Holloway Masters degree programme. Exact requirements depend upon the programme but departments will usually ask for a GPA of either 3.5/5.0 (70%) or 4.0/5.0 (80%).

Specialist Diploma

If you have completed a 5-year Specialist Diploma in an appropriate subject with good grades/GPA and at a reputable university will be considered for entry to a Royal Holloway Masters degree programme. Exact requirements vary by programme, but departments will usually ask for a GPA of either 3.5/5.0 (70 %) or 4.0/5.0 (80 %).

Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD)

If you have completed a Masters degree (Magister) in an appropriate subject with good grades/GPA and at a reputable university will be considered for entry to a Royal Holloway MPhil/PhD programme. Exact requirements will depend upon the programme but most departments will ask for a GPA of at least 4.0/5.0 (80%)

How to apply

Postgraduate students applications are made to Royal Holloway directly. There is more application information in the Studying Here section of the Royal Holloway website.

Students will need to be able to prove that they have a minimum level of English language proficiency.

Students who do not quite make the English language requirements may be able to take a pre-sessional English language programme.

Fees vary between courses each year. Specific information about fees can be found in the course finder entry for your chosen course.

You could be eligible for one of our undergraduate or postgraduate scholarships.

If you are considering postgraduate study at Royal Holloway, there may be external funding available to you.

You can find out more about life at Royal Holloway in the student life section of our website.

Our Azerbaijani community

An Azerbaijani Society has recently been ratified by the Student's Union at Royal Holloway which provides an exciting opportunity for Azerbaijani students to meet each other and celebrate their culture. The society will organise a range of social and networking events, on campus and in the local area.

For more information about all the clubs and societies at Royal Holloway please visit the Students' Union website.

Book a one-to-one appointment

We are really keen to connect with students interested in studying with us. We offer 30 minute, one-to-one counselling sessions via Microsoft Teams. These chats are informal and do not affect admission - they're simply an opportunity for you to learn more about Royal Holloway and studying in the UK. We welcome any questions you might have about our application processes, study programmes, and campus life.

Book a campus tour

We are delighted to be able to offer a guided campus tour to any international students interested in studying here at Royal Holloway, whether you have already applied to study with us, or are just exploring your options in Higher Education.

One of our fantastic International Recruitment team members, or one of our friendly and knowledgeable Student Ambassadors, will show you around our beautiful campus and answer any questions you might have about life at Royal Holloway.

The British Council in Azerbaijan provides comprehensive advice on many aspects of studying in Britain.

The British Embassy in Baku for advice on visas and visiting the UK.

The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in London for services for Azerbaijainis living in the UK.

UKCISA promotes and protects the needs of international students in the UK.