Documents and how to apply
Documents
When you are confident that you meet the entry requirements, you should gather the necessary supporting documents before you submit your application. These include:
- Transcripts of your academic achievement. You can upload electronic versions of your undergraduate and, if applicable, previous postgraduate transcripts. If your official transcript is not in English, then an official certified translation should also be provided.
- References. If you apply online and provide e-mail addresses for your referees, they will receive a link to an online form that allows them to submit a reference electronically. Referees can send references directly to the Admissions Team, but hard copy references must be on the headed paper of their institution and bear the referee's original signature.
- Statement of purpose. Your statement can be typed directly onto the application form or attached as a separate document.
- Certificates of English language qualifications. Non-native speakers should forward original or certified copies of English language certificates to Postgraduate Admissions. Please note that the certificates must be dated within two years of your start date. If you have not yet taken your IELTS, it is possible to submit the rest of your application materials first and list the date on which your English test is scheduled, with a view to submitting your language certificate later.
Please note that scanned copies of documents will help us to review your application; however, if you receive an offer, in order to clear the conditions related to your offer you are also required to send versions of the same documents whose authenticity can be verified. The conditions relating to any offer you may be made will be itemised in an offer letter sent by the Admissions Office.
Additionally, you may be asked to supply a sample of academic writing, particularly if you apply to a Bipartite pathway that includes Philosophy. We will notify you directly if this document is required after you submit your application.
How to apply
Applications for MA programmes should be made directly to the University. All applications should be sent to the University's Postgraduate Admissions Office using the online application form.
Deadlines for applications
Ideally you should aim to submit your application by April to ensure you receive your application results with enough time to organise the logistical aspects of your studies before the start of term. Additionally, you should submit your MA application at least four weeks before any scholarship deadlines you plan to apply for so that your programme application can be processed in time.
The application deadline for candidates requiring a visa to study in the UK is 31 July. While there is no deadline for students who do not need a visa, we strongly recommend that you submit your application by 31 July as well.
Questions about the application process
If you have any queries about the application process, please contact:
Postgraduate Admissions
Student Admissions Office
University House
University of Warwick
Coventry CV4 8UW
United Kingdom Telephone: 44(0)24 7652 4585
Fax: 44(0)24 7652 4586
E-Mail: pgadmissions@warwick.ac.uk