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Applying from Saudi Arabia?

Here's all the information you need to study with us

If you’re from Saudi Arabia and interested in studying in the UK, the University of Portsmouth is a great place to fulfil your ambitions. And if you’re ready to take the next step, we’re ready to help you get here.

On this page, you'll find information about where you can meet us in your region, what you need to do to apply for a course with us and contact details for our people in your area.

Entry requirements for students from Saudi Arabia

If you're joining us from Saudi Arabia, the entry requirements you need to meet will depend on the course you want to study.

We consider all applications we receive. However, to make sure you get the most out of your time studying with us and have the best chance of applying successfully, we recommend the following minimum qualifications:

Foundation courses

If you have achieved a 60% pass in Thawawaya/Tawjihiyah/Thanawiya (General Secondary School Certificate), we offer an Engineering and Technology Foundation Year – BEng (Hons) Engineering and Technology, delivered in our Faculty of Technology.

Foundation programmes in all other subjects are delivered by our pathway provider, International College Portsmouth (ICP).

Undergraduate courses

If you have a 2-year Diploma or Associate Degree from a recognised institution, we'll consider you for admission onto an undergraduate course such as a Bachelor's degree. If you have a strong GPA, you could be considered for Year 2 entry.

You can also apply with:

A levels

  • Please check your specific course page to find the exact number of points needed. Your A level grades should equal or exceed the total points required. You can use the UCAS Tariff Calculator to work out your total points.
  • Some courses will require you to have studied specific subjects at A level. For example, to study a science course you will usually need to have achieved passing grades in scientific subjects at A level.
  • A level points: A* = 56 A = 48 B = 40 C = 32 D = 24.

International Baccalaureate

  • Most courses will require between 24 and 31 points in the International Baccalaureate (IB), depending on the degree you apply for.

You must have studied relevant subjects and achieved strong grades.

If you have a High National Diploma (HND) or Higher Diploma you can apply for advanced entry onto a relevant undergraduate programme.

You may be able to join an undergraduate course with other qualifications. We do consider qualifications from a range of sources. Contact us to find out more.

All of our Bachelor's degree courses are listed under the MoHE King Abdullah Scholarship Programme for sponsorship.

Postgraduate courses

For entry to our postgraduate Master's programmes, you'll usually need to have a Bachelor's degree from a recognised Higher Education institution.

Typical minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirements:

  • From 2.8 on a scale of 1–4
  • From 7 on a scale of 1–10

Many of our other postgraduate courses will ask for relevant work experience, and some will require you to have studied relevant subjects. Please see our courses for more details.

If you don't meet the postgraduate entry requirements, you can do a pre-Master's programme at International College Portsmouth (ICP) for many of our courses.

PhDs

We'll consider you for a PhD if you have a good Master’s degree and submit a research proposal.

Find a PhD

English language requirements

When you join us, it’s important that you can speak and understand English to the level that your course requires. The specific English language requirements will be on your chosen course page.

We accept IELTS, IGCSE and several other certificates, but don’t worry if you're currently short of the standard required – we offer English Language Programmes that will get you to the necessary level.

What to do next

Ready to start your adventure with us? Whether you know which degree course you want to do or not, get in touch with us now or meet us at an event near you to discuss your next steps.

Our Global Officers are experts in helping students from Saudi Arabia, like you, to apply to join us. Whatever you want to know, just ask.

Scholarships and Bursaries

As an international student, you may be eligible for a scholarship. You can find out what is available to you on our funding pages.  

Representatives and agents

If you want to learn more about studying with us or you want help with your application, contact one of our official representatives in Saudi Arabia:

Agents in Saudi Arabia

SI-UK

Institute of Arab culture
Prince Mohammed Road, opposite to Al Othaim Mall
2nd Floor, Prince Mohammed Building for Youth Development Program
Dammam

Tel: (+966) 138 154244
Email: dammam@studyin-uk.com

Website: siuk-saudi.com

UKUni

Tel: (+966) 50 887 2734
Email: edu4@UKuni.org

IDP

Office 208
2nd Floor
Arabian Business Centre
Wali Al Ahd Street
Jeddah

Contact person: Hussain Saeed
Tel: (+966) 2614-3294
Fax: (+966) 2614-3297
Email: hussain.saeed@idp.com

Website: idp.com/saudiarabia

IEC

Office 23
5th floor
Zahran Tower
Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah Rd
Al Faisaliyah
Jeddah 23442

Phone: (+966) 12-682-1285
Email: jeddah@iecabroad.com

Website: iecabroad.com

International Student Services Ashraf Olayan

Almusadyah
Madinah Road
PO Box 53277
Jeddah 21583

Tel: (+44) 7860-905-977
Email: a.olayan@hotmail.com

UKUni

Madina Mall
Madina Road

Tel: (+966) 56 343 8758
Email: jeddah@UKuni.org

Education Global (EduGlobe LTD)

Jubail Industrial City,

AlKhaleej Estate,
Road No 6
P.O Box  9469
Zip code 35718
Jubail
4059 – 35718

Tel: +966(0)541259980 | +966(0)535234118

Email: iea@eduglobe.co.uk

Website: eduglobe.co.uk

AHZ Associates

Hijrah St
Khaldiyah Dist.
Madinah, Saudi Arabia - 43212

Tel: (+96) 65 5586 8037
Email: sa@ahzassociates.co.uk

Website: ahzassociates.co.uk

Global Vision For Academic Services

Office no.3
3rd Floor
Gulf Commercial
Corniche Road
Al Khobar

Tel: (+966) 3 895-1572
Email: gvsaudi@gmail.com

Office No. 83
2nd Floor
Al-Safowah Commercial Center
Mamdouh Bin Abdulaziz St - Sulaimaniya
Riyadh

Tel: (+966) 3-5443-81060
Email: riyadh@visionedu.co.uk

IDP

Al Rabiea Tower
Al Fahd Hotel Building
6th Floor office 601
Olaya Main Road (South) cross with Kherais

Contact person: Ahmed Zedan
Tel: (+966) 1201-5010
Fax: (+966) 1201-5011
Email: ahmed.zedan@idp.com

Silver Tower Floor 3
King Abdulaziz Street
Ad Dammam
Al Khobar

Contact person: Alaa Natour
Tel: (+966) 3898-3836
Fax: (+966) 3898-3839
Email: info.alkhobar@idp.com

Website: idp.com/saudiarabia

IEC

Office No. 23
2nd Floor
Alqada Center
Al-Takhasusi Street (Opposite to Euromarche Hypermarket)
Riyadh

Tel: (+966) 11-810-4444
Email: riyadh@iecabroad.com

Website: iecabroad.com

IEC al Khobar

IEC Abroad Office Number: 38
3rd Floor
Khalid Business Center
King Khalid Street
Cross 19, Near Almana General Hospital
Alkhobar, Eastern Province

Tel: (+966) 13-803-5010(+966) 13-803-5011

Website: iecabroad.com

Qobolak

King Fahad Area
Alolaya Street
Opposite Taybah Mall
Ground Floor
Zip Code 12271

Tel: (+966) 11-263-0026
Email: saudi@qobolak.com

Website: qobolak.com

Reach Immigration

Takasusi Street (Thumama Road)
in front of Tamimi Market
Above Aljazeerah Bank,
Al Sahafah District
Riyadh 13315

Tel: (+966) 55-110-7172

Email: reach@reach-studyabroad.com

Website: reach-studyabroad.com

AbdA Study Abroad

Building No. 3074
Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Road
Level 29, Tower B, Olaya Towers
P.O.BOX 50182
Riyadh 12213

Tel: (+966) 5-4908-7511
Email: contact@abdastudyabroad.com

Website: abdastudyabroad.com

TCL Global

6528 Al Ulaya – Al Olaya Dist.
Unit No 66
Riyadh 12211 – 3846

Tel: (+966) 0 505 444 945
Email: ksa@tclglobal.co.uk

Website: tclglobal.co.uk/saudi-arabia

Education Global (EduGlobe LTD)

The Business Box
3 Oswin Road
Braunstone
Leicester
LE3 1HR
UK

Tel: +44(0)1162795001
Email: iea@eduglobe.co.uk
Website: eduglobe.co.uk

Eurostudies

Clarendon EnterpriseCentre
Bristol & West House
2nd Floor
Post Office Road
Bournemouth
BH1 1BL

Tel: (+44) 1202-313-634
Fax: (+44) 1202-313-601
Email: info@eurostudies.co.uk

Website: eurostudies.co.uk

IEC Abroad LTD

Murray House
85 Picadilly
Manchester
M1 2DA
Tel: (+44) 1612-334-295
Fax: (+44) 1612-334-296
Email: international@iecabroad.com

Website:iecabroad.com

TCL Global (Talib Consultancy Limited)

Education Counselling Center
Unit 9
St Georges Business Centre
St Georges Square
Portsmouth
PO1 3EZ

Tel: (+44) 2392-83 9-210
Email: international@talibconsultancy.co.uk

Website: talibconsultancy.co.uk

Alradwan Group

AG Education and Training
Halpern House
1 Hampshire Terrace
Portsmouth
PO1 2QF

Tel: (+44) 2392-439-679 | (+966) 556-669-630 | (+44 7776-306-161)
Email: info@alradwan-group.com

Website: alradwan-group.com

Global Study – UK Office

22 Gilbert Street
London
W1K 5EJ

Tel: (+44) 020 7486 4762
Email: info@globalstudyuk.com

Website: globalstudyuk.com

Events in Saudi Arabia

We don't have any current events planned in Saudi Arabia, but we do plan regular events so check back here often for more information.

You can also contact us, or speak to an agent in your region for more assistance.