Applying from Nigeria? Here’s all the information you need to study with us.
St Mary’s University welcome applicants from all over the world to join our lively and diverse student community. There are currently more than 5,500 students from over 90 countries studying with us at our beautiful and historic campus in Southwest London.
Below you will find lots of useful information for applicants from Nigeria. Our International Enquiry Team (link to contact form) is available to support you through the applicant journey:
Below is a list of our course categories:
Applicants who have completed the West Africa Secondary School Certificate (WASSC) in Nigeria will normally be considered for entry into our Foundation programme or the equivalent from another institution.
If you have finished the first year of your bachelor's degree in Nigeria with good grades you will then be considered for first-year bachelor's degree entry at St Mary's.
Applicants who have attained a Bachelor's Degree (Honours) from a recognised institution will normally be considered for postgraduate entry.
In addition to the information above, there may be entry requirements specific to your chosen Degree Programme. We will also consider relevant work experience. Contact a representative in your county or the Regional Manager for more information.
We understand English may not be your first language and will accept a wide range of English Language tests to support your application. We also offer Pre-Sessional English Language programmes and In-sessional English Language Programmes.
Applicants who have attained West African Senior School Certificate Exam (WASSCE or WAEC) with C4 in English may use this qualification as evidence of English Language proficiency.
If you have already completed an English Language qualification, please include the test results alongside your application as supporting documentation.
You can apply for the programme before you complete an English language qualification or if you are still studying. We will assess your application, including your personal statement and any qualifications you have already attained.
If you are suitable for the programme we will send you a Conditional Offer. This will explain which grades you need to be accepted onto the programme, and the deadline to provide supporting documentation.
There may be other conditions also, check the programme page for more information on entry requirements and contact us if you have any questions.
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View our tuition fees for 2024/25.
Please note: tuition fees do not include accommodation.
We are offering a number if £3,000 scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
You can apply directly through our website for many of our programmes. Below you will find step-by-step guides to help you through the application process:
Once your application is submitted, it will be assessed by our Admissions office. If information is missing from your application you may be emailed for further documentation before your application can be processed.
Before you begin studying in the UK, you may require a Student visa. At St Mary’s we strictly adhere to UK Visa and Immigration regulations and will require you provide supporting documentation which meets UK government guidelines.
We have appointed Agents in Nigeria who can provide information on St Mary’s, the UK and guide you through the application process.
We also often travel to Nigeria to attend events around the country.
Please contact the in-country representatives listed for more information on their services.
Suite SF 15 Olive Plaza, by Banex Junction, Wuse 11, Abuja Email: abuja@studyin-uk.com Tel: 234 80 5379 0901
Suite 3, 2nd Floor, Hatlab Place, Plot 1952 Sokode Crescent, Off Dalaba Street (Left Turn), off Michael Okpara Road, Wuse Zone 5, Abuja Email: abuja@ukeas.com.ng
Suite B8, Bethel Plaza, Plot 36 Garden Avenue, Enugu Email: enugu@ukeas.com.ng
1st Floor, Ile Ori Detu, 1 Shell Close, Onireke Ibadan, Oyo State Email: Ibadan@ukeas.com.ng Tel: 234 (0)1 7419173
2 Ahmed Onibudo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos Email: lagos@studyin-uk.com Tel: +234 8104841013
3rd Floor, 76 Opebi Road, Ikeja, Lagos Email: ikeja@ukeas.com.ng Tel: 234 (0)1 7419173
No 6, Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island Lagos Email: vi@ukeas.com.ng Tel: 234 (0)1 291 5972
Plot 156, No 11 Tom Inko-Tariah Street, Rumuogba Estate, Port Harcourt Email: ph@ukeas.com.ng Tel: 234 (0) 8116 709 992
For our full list of agents, please visit our in-country representatives page.
If you're able to visit London, attending an open day is a fantastic opportunity to get an insight into what life is like as a St Mary's student. During the day you'll have the chance to:
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There are plenty of opportunities for you to explore the campus, even if you can't make it to an Open Day.
We run campus tours every Wednesday at 12pm. If you'd like to join us for one of these tours please register your place for your preferred day.
We know that for it's important to you to see where you'll be living and studying before you make your decision. However, we also know that for many people it's not always easy to make it to the campus.
That's why we've developed a virtual tour of campus, allowing you to explore that facilities and the beautiful views that we have to offer.
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At St Mary's we offer you the best of both worlds: Our campus is in the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames - a safe and green area of the Capital - while offering you access to all London has to offer by way of culture and entertainment, work and business opportunities, and national and international travel links.
We have high quality university halls available for new undergraduate students, including Superfast Wi-Fi, 24 hour security, and breakfast and dinner included (brunch on weekends) during the academic semester.
Students may also decide to live off-campus in a private accommodation within Twickenham, Teddington, Richmond and Kingston. Hello Student in Twickenham and IQ Student in Kingston offer private halls with short and long contracts for students. You’ll find more information on our private sector accommodation pages.
Postgraduates usually need a longer contract and a different study environment to undergraduates. Our postgraduate students will usually share a house or apartment in the local area with other postgraduate students, and use the St Mary’s StudentPad and the St Mary’s Find a Flatmate Facebook page to find a room or property to rent and other students to share with.
Some of our International undergraduates and postgraduates will choose to live in private student halls such as Hello Student in Twickenham or IQ Student in Kingston which offer short or long contracts for students. You’ll find more information on our private sector accommodation pages.
St Mary’s is one of London’s top-performing sports universities, and Sport St Mary's offers fitness classes, gym memberships, coaching and sports clubs for students of all abilities. We have state-of-the-art sports facilities equipped to world-class standards, as well as scholarships and funding opportunities for high performance athletes.
Whether you’re interested in pursuing a degree in sport or joining one of St Mary’s sports clubs, you will find all the sports facilities and quality training that you need to get involved and keep healthy and active..
The Nigerian High Commission in London has useful information for nationals from Nigeria living in the UK.
The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) is the UK's national advisory body serving the interests of international students and those who work with them.
The British Council provides comprehensive advice on many aspects of studying in Britain.
The gov.uk website has all the information you need to know about study visas.
Study London is a great place learn more about studying in London.
Useful information for people visiting Britain.
Visit England has more information about visiting England.
Visit London has interesting information about the capital.
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