This guide details the entry requirements for students applying to the UniHaven Foundation Programme, UniHaven Diploma Programmes and the Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Management.
For undergraduate pathways, applicants must normally be 17 years old by the 31st December in the year that they start a programme. Applicants who are 16 may be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
Students should present a form of English language certification equivalent to IELTS. Note that normally where a test gives a grade for each skill we would expect each skill to be no more than half an IELTS point below the overall entry requirement. For example, for students entering onto a Foundation, where we ask for an overall IELTS 5.0, we would also expect all skill grades to be IELTS 4.5 or above. The minimum accepted English Language grades for our qualifications are displayed in Table 2. Note that for academic progression it is important for applicants to fulfil the Universities’ own English language requirements as these might differ.
Pre-Sessional programmes are available for students who do not yet have the required English language level. This programme lasts for 10 to 12 weeks depending on the students’ English Language level and is designed to help students transition onto the relevant programme.
UniHaven accepts a variety of academic qualifications for progression onto its pathway programmes. The academic entry requirements can be found in Table 3 and used to determine if qualifications match UniHaven requirements. Where a qualification does not appear in the table, or you are marginally below the stated requirements, please contact us with the details and we will review.
Applicants must normally be 17 years old by the 31st December in the year that they start a programme. Applicants who are 16 may be accepted in exceptional cases but such students will have limited progression options.
a. Foundation Programmes
Our Foundation Programmes are open to students with IELTS from 4.5, with no single element below 4.0. The length of your Foundation Programme will depend on your IELTS level – please see our study plan below. For the 12-month programme, the first 3 months will focus on improving English language skills.
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We also offer One to One Tutoring, for IELTS preparation. Please see HERE to find out more.
b. Diplomas in Business Management, Management of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management
Achieved a minimum score of 5.5 IELTS or equivalent (see Table 2), with no single element less than 5.0.
c. Postgraduate Diploma
Applicants who are not from a majority English-speaking country or who have not completed an undergraduate degree in English need to present with an equivalent to IELTS 6.0. Students whose English language level is lower than 6.0 will be offered a place on the Pre-Sessional English programme.
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree of 3 years or longer in duration through English will have the IELTS requirement for Masters study at Northwood university (US university) waived.
a. Foundation Programmes
Have successfully completed the equivalent secondary education of pass grades in 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects (including a minimum pass in Mathematics). Use Table 3 to find out the relevant qualifications for your country. If you do not meet these entry requirements, please get in touch with us to discuss your application.
b. Diplomas in Business Management, Management of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management
Have successfully completed UniHaven Foundation Programme, or equivalent internationally recognised foundation programme, or ‘A’ Levels or vocational awards (see Table 4).
c. Postgraduate Diploma
Applicants should have one of the following:
Have successfully completed UniHaven Foundation Level 3, or equivalent internationally recognised foundation programme or ‘A’ Levels or vocational awards (see Table 4).
Programme applicants should have one of the following:
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This guide details the entry requirements for students applying to the UniHaven Foundation Programme, UniHaven Diploma Programmes and the Postgraduate Diploma in Executive Management.
For undergraduate pathways, applicants must normally be 17 years old by the 31st December in the year that they start a programme. Applicants who are 16 may be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
Students should present a form of English language certification equivalent to IELTS. Note that normally where a test gives a grade for each skill we would expect each skill to be no more than half an IELTS point below the overall entry requirement. For example, for students entering onto a Foundation, where we ask for an overall IELTS 5.0, we would also expect all skill grades to be IELTS 4.5 or above. The minimum accepted English Language grades for our qualifications are displayed in Table 2. Note that for academic progression it is important for applicants to fulfil the Universities’ own English language requirements as these might differ.
Pre-Sessional programmes are available for students who do not yet have the required English language level. This programme lasts for 10 to 12 weeks depending on the students’ English Language level and is designed to help students transition onto the relevant programme.
UniHaven accepts a variety of academic qualifications for progression onto its pathway programmes. The academic entry requirements can be found in Table 3 and used to determine if qualifications match UniHaven requirements. Where a qualification does not appear in the table, or you are marginally below the stated requirements, please contact us with the details and we will review.
Applicants must normally be 17 years old by the 31st December in the year that they start a programme. Applicants who are 16 may be accepted in exceptional cases but such students will have limited progression options.
a. Foundation Programmes
Our Foundation Programmes are open to students with IELTS from 4.5, with no single element below 4.0. The length of your Foundation Programme will depend on your IELTS level – please see our study plan below. For the 12-month programme, the first 3 months will focus on improving English language skills.
We also offer One to One Tutoring, for IELTS preparation. Please see www.unihaven.ie to find out more.
b. Diplomas in Business Management, Management of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management
Achieved a minimum score of 5.5 IELTS or equivalent (see Table 2), with no single element less than 5.0.
c. Postgraduate Diploma
Applicants who are not from a majority English-speaking country or who have not completed an undergraduate degree in English need to present with an equivalent to IELTS 6.0. Students whose English language level is lower than 6.0 will be offered a place on the Pre-Sessional English programme.
Students who have completed an undergraduate degree of 3 years or longer in duration through English will have the IELTS requirement for Masters study at Northwood university (US university) waived.
a. Foundation Programmes
Have successfully completed the equivalent secondary education of pass grades in 5 IGCSE/GCSE subjects (including a minimum pass in Mathematics). Use Table 3 to find out the relevant qualifications for your country. If you do not meet these entry requirements, please get in touch with us to discuss your application.
b. Diplomas in Business Management, Management of Information Systems and Supply Chain Management
Have successfully completed UniHaven Foundation Programme, or equivalent internationally recognised foundation programme, or ‘A’ Levels or vocational awards (see Table 4).
c. Postgraduate Diploma
Applicants should have one of the following:
Have successfully completed UniHaven Foundation Level 3, or equivalent internationally recognised foundation programme or ‘A’ Levels or vocational awards (see Table 4).
Programme applicants should have one of the following:
Should you have any further questions on how these requirements equate to overseas qualifications, please do not hesitate to contact the UniHaven Admission Office by emailing studywithus@unihaven.ie
UniHaven works in close partnership with our university partners to facilitate progression opportunities for our graduates. All our regulated qualifications are recognised internationally, and we follow the guidelines and conditions set out by our regulator, OfQual.
| Qualification | Placement Level |
| UniHaven Foundation | Entry to first year of Degree Qualification |
| UniHaven Diploma (Year One) | Entry into 2nd year of honours degree in respective field |
| UniHaven Diploma (Year Two/Three) | Final top up years with UniHaven partner University |
| UniHaven Postgraduate Diploma | Entry to Final Stage of Masters qualifications and MBAs |
| UK Level 8 Diploma | Preferential entry to DBA qualification |
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