MENA : Syria

The University of Warwick is pleased to welcome students from the Middle East and North Africa, studying from foundation programme to our research degrees. All the information you need on making your application to Warwick can be found below. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Entry Requirements
Warwick IFP
For information on entry requirements for the Warwick International Foundation Programme, see the Warwick IFP entry requirements.
UndergraduateLink opens in a new window
Warwick IFP required. Alternatively IB, A-Levels, or the American system will be considered.
PostgraduateLink opens in a new window
Postgraduate Taught
We would typically require a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution for entry, with the following equivalencies:
| UK Classification | Syrian State Institutions – Percentage | Syrian State Institutions – Description | Syrian Private Institutions – Percentage | Syrian Private Institutions – Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Excellent | Excellent | ||
| 2:1 | 70% | Very Good | 75% | Very Good |
| 2:2 | 60% | Good | 65% | Good |
Postgraduate Research
A Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from a recognised institution are required for consideration.
If you are unsure about the category of your institution, please contact the MENA Team.
English Requirements
You need to demonstrate a required level of English language proficiency to meet the entry requirements for Warwick. See our English language requirementsLink opens in a new window.
Visa Information for Syria
How do I apply for a Student Visa?
Read our Student Visa application guidance for information on how to prepare for a Student Visa application, including how to complete the online application form, what documents to prepare, and what documents to submit.
Is a Tuberculosis (TB) certificate required?
To check whether a Tuberculosis (TB) certificate is required and for a list of approved medical practitioners, see the UK Government TB testing guidance.
Do the differentiation arrangements apply to me?
To find out whether the differentiation arrangements apply to you when applying for a student route visa, see the Immigration Service guidance on differentiation arrangements.
Are you applying with dependants?
If you are considering bringing your family to Warwick, read our guidance for students with dependants.
Further Guidance
If you require further guidance or information, including advice on what to do if your visa is refused, see the Warwick Immigration Service guidance or contact the Immigration Service team via Live Chat or the contact form.
Meet us
The University of Warwick visits the Middle East and North Africa each year. Future visits will be advertised on our Meet us pagesLink opens in a new window when available.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships for EU and International applicants. Find out about our scholarships and bursaries. View information about fees for Home/EU and International students. You can also find information about living costs.
Student Community
We have over 300 clubs and societies for you to get involved with and meet other students from across the world. Societies include Academic, Activities & Games, Campaigning, Cultural, Film & Media, Food & Drink, Halls, Music, Performance, Religious & Belief and Welfare, Charity & Action. Browse the full list of clubs and societiesLink opens in a new window.
Applying to Warwick
Our representative, Sada DaoudLink opens in a new window, can provide advice and guidance on applying to, and studying at the University of Warwick. You may also find the Education UK global websiteLink opens in a new window useful for information on studying in the UK.
Apply for Undergraduate DegreesLink opens in a new window via UCAS or apply Direct for our International FoundationLink opens in a new window or Postgraduate DegreesLink opens in a new window.
Arriving at Warwick
For guidance on arriving at the University of Warwick, including information on Airport transfers, view our Welcome to Warwick pages.
Contact the MENA Team
Questions about studying with us? Tom Gregory and Vici Andrews are your dedicated contacts for Syria. They are happy to answer any queries or questions you may have. You can contact them on the information below, or join us on an upcoming Live Chat.
Tel: +44 (0)24 7652 8300 or Email: MENA@warwick.ac.uk
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