Welcome to students from Pakistan
Just one hour from Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool, and 1.5 hours from London, Keele is located in the heart of England on a 600-acre campus that was voted as one of the most beautiful in the UK. Keele was founded in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, and is world-renowned for the breadth of its teaching and research.
Everything is on your doorstep at Keele. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is self-contained with student accommodation, teaching buildings, restaurants and cafés, a sports centre, and medical centre all within easy reach.
We deliver a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching as highly as our cutting-edge research.
Facts and figures
4th in England for Medicine (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 250 for Law (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Geography and Environmental Studies (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Top 20 in the UK for Nursing and Midwifery (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 300 for Education (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Health Professions (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Meet us in the UK
Hugo Snape, International Recruitment Officer, Pakistan
Hi, I'm Hugo, your Keele representative for Pakistan. You can get in contact with me to find out about studying at Keele University. Please email me at enquiries@keele.ac.uk.
Representatives in your country
You may wish to speak with one of our authorised agents who represent Keele in your country. They can provide you with additional information, support you through the application and visa process and liaise with the University on your behalf.
| Representatives | Official Website |
|---|---|
| ABN Overseas Education | https://www.abneducation.com/ |
| Adventus.io | https://adventus.io/ |
| AH&Z Associates Ltd | https://ahzassociates.co.uk/ |
| AIMS Education | https://aimseducation.co.uk/ |
| BHE Uni (previous called: Boost Education Services) | https://www.boosteducationservice.co.uk/ |
| Edify Group of Companies | www.edify.pk |
| Edvoy | https://www.iecabroad.com/pk |
| Geebee Education Pvt. Ltd. | https://www.geebeeworld.com/ |
| Gohata Global Private Limited | www.gohataglobal.com |
| HR Consultants Pvt. Ltd. | www.hrpakistan.com |
| IDP | https://www.idp.com/pakistan/ |
| JNS Education Consultant | http://jnsedu.com/ |
| KC Overseas Canada Inc trading as KC Overseas Education | www.studies-overseas.com |
| SI-UK (Study International UK Ltd) | www.siukpakistan.com |
| Sonya International Education Centre Pty Ltd | www.siecindia.com |
| Times Consultant | www.timesconsultant.com |
| UKEC | https://en.ukec.com/ |
| WIN Education Service Co., Ltd | http://www.win-ed.com/pakistan |
| Zarnab International Pvt Ltd | https://www.zarnab.pk |
In order to speak to agents, your personal data and information relevant to your application will be shared between the agent and the University for the purposes of assessing you for admission. The agent you choose to work with will be copied in to all communications relevant to your application until you enrol at the University after which time they will only be included in emails to you with your express written permission.
Like the University, local representatives are data controllers in their own right but are expected to abide by the University's Code of Good Conduct which includes the safe handling of personal data. Should you have any concerns regarding the services provided, please contact the International Office at international@keele.ac.uk.
Full details of how the University handles your personal data can be found at keele.ac.uk/informationgovernance/informationgovernanceforthepublic.
Entry requirements
Have a question about our international entry requirements? Email us at international@keele.ac.uk.
The actual grades you require in particular subjects will vary according to the degree course you wish to study. You will also require an English language qualification.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into Year 1 of our undergraduate (bachelor) degree courses you can apply for a place on our Foundation Year. Information regarding A levels, BTEC, International Baccalaureate qualifications and subject-specific requirements can be found on our course pages.
We need to make sure that your level of English is good enough for you to study at Keele University. Click here to view a list of the English Language qualifications we accept. For UK students, we normally ask for a minimum of a grade 4/C in GCSE English Language. For EU and International students, we accept qualifications from several countries, as well as a range of international qualifications and tests.
| Foundation | Undergraduate Year 1 | Undergraduate Year 1 English Requirements |
| Our International Foundation Year is delivered on the Keele campus through Keele University International College. Please see the KUIC website for academic entry requirements. |
Bachelor degree (2 years) 70% overall = A Level grades ABB, 65% overall = A Level grades BBB, 60% overall = A Level grades BBC-CCC Successful completion of Year 1 of a four year Bachelor degree between 55% and 65% (see University Tier information). Bachelor Degree 3 years study is comparable to UK CertHE. May consider for advanced standing. Please contact us for advice. We can also consider Diploma of Associate Engineer qualifications on a case by case basis. |
IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component required - check the requirement for your chosen course. Further information can also be found on the English Language page. |
Read our Funding and Scholarships information on the page below, and on our central International Scholarships page, to check your eligibility.
Bachelor (Honours) equivalent
Please refer to the Tier 1, 2 and 3 universities accordion below to find your institution.
| Qualification | 2:2 | 2:1 | 1st |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 year Bachelor from a tier 1 university (post 2015) | 55% | 65% | 70% |
| 4 year Bachelor tier 2 (post 2015) | 60% | 70% | 75% |
| 4 year Bachelor tier 3 (post 2015) | 65% | 75% | 80% |
| 5 year LLB (all institutions) | 55% | 60% | 65% |
| 5 year MD/DPharm tier 1 | 55% | 65% | 70% |
| 5 year MD/DPharm tier 2 | 60% | 70% | 75% |
| 5 year MD/DPharm tier 3 | 65% | 75% | 80% |
Bachelor (Ordinary) equivalent (from any institution) + at least 3 year's relevant work experience
| Qualification | 2:2 | 2:1 | 1st |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2+2 | You will need to obtain 65% in both your 2-year Bachelor's degree and your 2-year Master's degree. | You will need to obtain 75% in both your 2-year Bachelor's degree and your 2-year Master's degree. | You will need to obtain 80% in both your 2-year Bachelor's degree and your 2-year Master's degree. |
| 2+3 LLB | You will need to obtain 60% in your 2-year Bachelor's and 55% in your three-year LLB. | You will need to obtain 60% in your 2-year Bachelor's and 60% in your three-year LLB. | You will need to obtain 60% in your 2-year Bachelor's and 65% in your three-year LLB. |
| 4 year Bachelor's all tiers (pre-2015) | 65% | 75% | 80% |
Postgraduate Courses English Requirements
IELTS English or equivalent required - check the requirement for your chosen course. Further information can also be found on the English Language page.
Scroll down to find your institution from the Tier lists below, then match against your qualification and grade in the Bachelor (Honours) equivalent table above in the Postgraduate taught entry requirements accordion.
Please note, Tier 3 universities consist of any institution not listed in Tier 1 or 2.
Tier 1 Universities
| Letter | University |
|---|---|
| A | Aga Khan University, Karachi |
| Air University, Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; campus at Multan) | |
| B | Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan (Location: Multan; campuses at Dera Ghazi Khan (D.G. Khan) and Sahiwal) |
| Bahria University, Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; campus at Karachi) | |
| Baqai Medical University, Karachi | |
| Beaconhouse National University, Lahore | |
| C | COMSATS University, Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; campuses at Abbottabad, Attock, Lahore, Sahiwal, Vehari, Wah) |
| D | Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi |
| F | Forman Christian College, Lahore |
| G | Gandhara University, Peshawar |
| Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Topi-Swabi | |
| Government College University, Faisalabad | |
| Government College University, Lahore | |
| Greenwich University, Karachi | |
| H | Habib University, Karachi |
| I | Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, Karachi |
| Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi | |
| Institute of Business Management, Karachi | |
| Institute of Management Sciences (IMS), Peshawar | |
| Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad | |
| International Islamic University, Islamabad | |
| lqra University, Karachi (Location: Karachi; campuses at Islamabad, Quetta) | |
| Islamia University, Bahawalpur (Location: Bahawalpur; campuses at Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan) | |
| Isra University, Hyderabad (Location: Hyderabad; campus at Islamabad) | |
| K | Khyber Medical University, Peshawar |
| King Edward Medical University, Lahore | |
| Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore | |
| L | Lahore School of Economics, Lahore |
| Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore | |
| Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences, Lasbela | |
| Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro | |
| M | Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro (Location: Jamshoro; campus at Khairpur) |
| N | National College of Arts, Lahore |
| National Textile University, Faisalabad | |
| National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST), Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; multi-campus institution, other campuses at Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar) | |
| National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) (Location: Islamabad; campus at Rawalpindi) | |
| NED University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi | |
| P | Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), Islamabad |
| Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), Islamabad | |
| Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design, Lahore | |
| Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi | |
| Q | Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad |
| R | Riphah International University |
| S | Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science & Technology (SZABIST), Karachi (Location: Karachi; campuses at Islamabad, Larkana & Dubai (UAE)) |
| Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam | |
| Sukkur Institute of Business Administration, Sukkur | |
| T | The GIFT University, Gujranwala |
| The University of Agriculture Peshawar | |
| The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad (Location: Faisalabad; campus at Chakwal) | |
| U | University of Agriculture, Faisalabad |
| University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Muzaffarabad (Location: Muzaffarabad, Azad Kashmir (AJ&K)) | |
| University of Central Punjab | |
| University of Engineering & Technology, Peshawar (Location: Peshawar; campuses at Abbottabad, Bannu, Jalozai, Mardan) | |
| University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campuses at Faisalabad, Kala Shah Kaku, Rachna College Gujranwala) | |
| University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila | |
| University of Health Sciences, Lahore | |
| University of Karachi, Karachi | |
| University of Lahore, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campus at Islamabad) | |
| University of Malakand, Chakdara, Dir, Malakand (Location: Chakdara, Malakand) | |
| University of Peshawar, Peshawar | |
| University of Sargodha, Sargodha | |
| University of Science and Technology, Bannu | |
| University of the Punjab, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campuses at Gujranwala, Quaid-e-Azam, Khanspur and Jhelum) | |
| University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campuses at Jhang, Pattoki) | |
| Z | Ziauddin University, Karachi |
Tier 2 Universities
| Letter | University |
|---|---|
| A | Abasyn University, Peshawar |
| Abbottabad University of Science and Technology, Abbottabad | |
| Abdul Wali Khan University, Marden | |
| Al-Hamd Islamic University, Quetta | |
| Ali Institute of Education, Lahore | |
| Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad | |
| B | Bacha Khan University, Charsadda |
| Balochistan University of Engineering and Technology, Khuzdar | |
| Balochistan University of Information Technology and Management Sciences, Quetta | |
| Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University Lyari, Karachi | |
| Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences, Quetta | |
| C | Capital University of Science and Technology, Islamabad |
| CECOS University of Information Technology and Emerging Sciences, Peshawar | |
| City University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar | |
| Commecs Institute of Business & Emerging Sciences, Karachi | |
| D | Dawood University of Engineering & Technology, Karachi |
| DHA Suffa University, Karachi | |
| F | Fatima Jinnah Women University, Rawalpindi |
| Federal Urdu University of Arts, Sciences and Technology, Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; campus at Karachi) | |
| Foundation University, Islamabad | |
| G | Gambat Institute of Medical Sciences, Khairpur |
| Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan | |
| Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan | |
| Government College for Women University, Faisalabad | |
| Government College for Women University, Sialkot | |
| H | Hamdard University, Karachi |
| Hazara University, Dhodial, Mansehra | |
| HITEC University, Taxila | |
| I | ILMA University, Karachi |
| Indus University, Karachi | |
| Information Technology University of the Punjab, Lahore | |
| Institute of Management Sciences, Lahore | |
| Institute of Southern Punjab, Multan | |
| Iqra National University, Peshawar | |
| J | Jinnah University for Women, Karachi |
| K | Karachi Institute of Economics and Technology, Karachi |
| Karachi School for Business & Leadership, Karachi | |
| Karakoram International University, Gilgit- Baltistan | |
| Khadim Ali Shah Bukhari Institute of Technology (KASB), Karachi | |
| Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering & Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan | |
| Khushal Khan Khattak University, Karak | |
| Kohat University of Science and Technology, Kohat | |
| L | Lahore College for Women University, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campus at Jhang) |
| Lahore Leads University, Lahore | |
| M | Minhaj University, Lahore |
| Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST), AJ&K | |
| Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University, AJ&K | |
| Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi | |
| Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan | |
| Muslim Youth University, Islamabad | |
| Muhammad Nawaz Sharif University of Engineering & Technology, Multan | |
| N | National Defence University, Islamabad |
| National University of Medical Sciences, Rawalpindi | |
| National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad (Location: Islamabad; campuses at Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta) | |
| Nazeer Hussain University, Karachi | |
| Newport Institute of Communications and Economics, Karachi | |
| NFC Institute of Engineering & Technology, Multan | |
| Northern University, Nowshera | |
| Nur International University, Lahore | |
| P | Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) |
| Pakistan Naval Academy, Karachi | |
| People's University of Medical and Health Sciences for Women, Nawabshah (Shaheed Benazirabad) | |
| Preston University, Karachi | |
| Preston University, Kohat | |
| Q | Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Nawabshah (Location: Nawabshah; campus at Larkana) |
| Qurtuba University of Science and Information Technology, Dera Ismail Khan (Location: Dera Ismail Khan (D.I. Khan); multi-campus institution, other campus at Peshawar) | |
| S | Sardar Bahadur Khan Women's University, Quetta |
| Sarhad University of Science and Information Technology, Peshawar | |
| Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur (Location: Khairpur; campus at Shikarpur) | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto City University, Karachi | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Dewan University, Karachi | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Sakrand | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar | |
| Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Sheringal, Dir (Location: Sheringal, Upper Dir) | |
| Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University, Larkana | |
| Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University, Islamabad | |
| Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University of Law, Karachi | |
| Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad | |
| Shuhada-e-Army Public School University of Technology, Nowshera | |
| Sindh Institute of Medical Sciences, Karachi | |
| Sindh Madressatul Islam University (SMIU), Karachi | |
| Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi | |
| T | Textile Institute of Pakistan, Karachi |
| The Shaikh Ayaz University, Shikarpur | |
| The Women University, Multan | |
| U | University of Balochistan, Quetta (Location: Quetta; campuses at Loralai, Turbat) |
| University of Education, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campuses at Dera Ghazi Kahn (D.G. Khan), Faisalabad, Jauharabad, Multan, Okara, Vehari) | |
| University of FATA, Kohat | |
| University of Gujrat, Gujrat | |
| University of Haripur, Haripur | |
| University of Jhang | |
| University of Kotli, Azad Jammu and Kashmir | |
| University of Management and Technology, Lahore | |
| University of Poonch, Rawalakot | |
| University of Sahiwal, Sahiwal | |
| University of Sindh, Jamshoro | |
| University of Swabi | |
| University of Swat, Swat | |
| University of Loralai, Loralai | |
| University of Turbat, Turbat | |
| University of Wah, Wah | |
| V | Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore (Location: Lahore; campuses at Badin, Dera Ghazi Khan (D.G. Khan), Faisalabad, Ghotki, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Karachi, Multan, Pishin, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Sahiwal) |
| W | Women University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Bagh-AJ&K |
| Women University, Swabi |
Tier 3 Universities
Any other institution not listed above.
Funding and scholarships
We’re committed to rewarding excellence and potential and offer several scholarships for international students. Students may be automatically considered for some awards, with no extra application necessary. Please see our international fees and funding web pages for further details, including the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.
Our Undergraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £5000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine, veterinary medicine, foundation year and online programmes). Discover more undergraduate scholarships.
Our Postgraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £6000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine and online programmes). Discover more postgraduate scholarships.
Careers and alumni
Keele has been welcoming students from Pakistan to study with us for many years, and we are proud of the success our graduates have achieved in a wide range of occupations in government and industry.
Keele graduates are globally sought after and work in some of the world’s most prestigious organisations, from international governments to the World Bank, and in corporations from Apple to Volkswagen.
Life at Keele and societies
Keele offers a friendly and supportive environment for international students, with regular gatherings and events that help new students to settle in.
Keele delivers a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching. We were awarded the ‘Gold Award’ in the first teaching excellence framework - the highest rating.
We guarantee accommodation on campus for all September start international students who apply by 30 June, with the option to live on campus for the full duration of your course. Our accommodation is clean and secure, with staff available 24 hours a day to offer support and advice.
There is a regular, direct bus service to the nearest town of Newcastle-under-Lyme which takes just 15 minutes. Here you will find cinemas, restaurants, music venues and a range of shops and supermarkets.
There is also a direct bus from campus to the bigger city of Stoke-on-Trent where you can take a train to London (90 minutes), Birmingham (45 minutes) and Manchester (35 minutes).
Our friendly Student Services Team give practical academic advice and also look after the welfare of our students. All students are assigned a Personal Tutor who will support and guide them through their studies at Keele.
