International students

Welcome

Keele University has a long history of working with Kenya and has been welcoming students from Kenya for many years. We currently have around 50 Kenyan students on campus studying a range of subjects at all levels. Popular subjects include; Biomedical Science, Computer Science, International Relations, Law, Management, Music Technology and Pharmacy.  

Keele University has a rich and diverse community of international students from over 100 countries making up 12% of the total student population on campus.  Our World Class campus, the largest in the UK, offers a contemporary learning environment with top of the range facilities and a ready-made social life for students who want to get involved.

On-campus accommodation set in beautiful woodland offer the peace and quiet to study whilst an active Students’ Union offers plenty of social activities when you want to relax. There are more than 75 clubs and societies ranging from sports to cultural societies to music appreciation so why not take a look and see what interests you.

Entry Requirements

These qualifications are given as a guideline and all applications are considered on a case-by-case basis.  Some courses require higher scores or particular subject knowledge.  Please check the course pages or get in touch for more information.

For entry to the International Foundation Year or International Year One

Students with a B or lower average in the KCSE will be considered.

For direct entry to Keele three-year degree courses: 

Keele University is happy to accept the KCSE with a B+ average and a B+ in any specifically required subjects.

IELTS of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each test is required.

Please note that some courses such as Medicine require higher scores and additional tests – please see individual course pages or contact Keele International for more information

Postgraduate

Successful completion of a 3 or 4 year degree course from a recognised institution with a minimum of 60% or a Grade B.

Students with an HND and extensive, relevant work experience will be considered.

IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each test is required.

If your qualification is not listed above please contact Keele International and we will be happy to assist you.

Contacts

Keele University has a team dedicated to international applicants and they are happy to take enquiries.

Contact us

Telephone: +44 (0)1782 733501
Email: international@mac.keele.ac.uk

Further contact details can be found here.

Meet us in your country

Members of the Keele International team travel regularly to Kenya along with academic colleagues from all 3 Faculties. Check back here to see when someone will be visiting and to make an appointment.

Student Profiles

Keele University immediately felt like my second home. I love the way the university is so student based, how friendly it is, and how there are many societies that you can join. You will never feel alone and I love how there is something to do everyday.  The teaching staff at Keele are very helpful and they will go out of their way to make sure you understand.  My student experience is amazing so far and I cannot wait to go on to spring semester.

Lorraine Muganda, Kenya, studying Law and Media, Communications and Culture.

Scholarships

Tullow Group Scholarship Scheme

Keele is a participating university on the Tullow Group Scholarship.  For further information, and details on how to apply, please click here.

The scholarship will cover among others;

• full tuition fees;
• a monthly stipend;
• travel costs;
• warm clothing; and
• baggage allowance

Recipients of the scholarship must:

• Be a citizen and legally resident in participating country;
• Ideally have a minimum of a bachelor degree or Licence (second class lower or better) or an HND (second classupper or better;
• Be resident  in participating countries at the time of application;
• Be currently employed with a track record of success in their field of endeavour
• Must not have previously studied abroad or received an international scholarship
• Must have a strong personality as well as ambition, entrepreneurial and creative spirit and leadership skills;
• Must demonstrate commitment to return to country and make a contribution to the future development of the country; and
• Must demonstrate a high level of competence in management, strategy and ability to train and develop others

Keele International Student Scholarship

Students from Kenya are eligible to apply for the Keele International Student Scholarship (KISS).

The undergraduate KISS is worth GBP2000 towards the cost of the annual tuition fees for the duration of the course.  Students studying a three-year degree can therefore save GBP6000 from the total cost of their degree studies.

The postgraduate KISS is worth GBP3000 towards the cost of tuition and will be deducted from the second instalment of tuition fees.

The Scholarships are awarded to students who can demonstrate excellence in at least two of the following areas:

* Academic qualifications,
* English Language ability,
* Understanding of the course and motivation to study at Keele,
* Extra-curricular or work experience
To apply for the KIS Scholarship you must have applied to Keele and been offered a place to study here.  You must then complete a separate application form (download KISS Application Form) Applications must have been received and processed before the start of academic year for which the application is made.  KIS Scholarships cannot be awarded to students who have already started their degree at Keele.

* Please note that students studying the 5-year undergraduate degree in Medicine and the 4-year undergraduate degree in Pharmacy are not eligible for this award.
The decisions on Scholarships are made by the International Recruitment Team and their decision is final.

Students applying to courses within Natural Sciences

The Faculty of Natural Sciences offers a £1000 Bursary to all international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level which is deducted from tuition fees. This is a one off payment (not recurring for undergraduates) and applies to students studying in any of the following fields;