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Welcome
Keele University welcomes students from Nigeria. We currently have around 70 Nigerian students on campus studying a range of subjects at all levels. Popular subjects include; Accounting and Finance, Applied Environmental Science, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, International Relations, Law, and Management.
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 C or higher average in the WAEC will be considered.
For direct entry to Keele three-year degree courses:
Successful completion of a recognised International Foundation Programme
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 an Upper Second Class degree. Some courses may require a First Class.
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.
Email: international@keele.ac.uk
Student Profiles
The lecturers are amazing and very pleasant. They really do not get tired when you ask a lot of questions, in fact they encourage you to! Although you are here for the purpose of getting a good degree, do not forget to balance it out with exploring and enjoying the beautiful environment. There is something for everyone in Keele!
Olabisi Adeoye, Nigeria, studying BA Accounting and International Business
The teachers are the best, they make things easy and straightforward both for the Non Native speakers and the Native speakers.
Uwadike Uzum, Nigeria, studying BA Accounting and Business Management
Scholarships
Keele International Student Scholarship
Students from Nigeria are eligible to apply for the Keele International Student Scholarship (KISS).
Please visit the scholarship pages for more information and to make an application.
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. Please visit the relevant web pages.
Undergraduate Natural Sciences Bursary
Postgraduate Natural Sciences Bursary

