Mathematical Sciences Integrat - Brunel Universi

Tuition Fee

USD 22,460

Per year

Start Date

Medium of studying

On campus

Duration

48 months

Program Facts

About Program

About University

Admission Requirements

Program Facts

Program Details

Degree

PhD

Major

Mathematics | Mathematical (Theoretical) Statistics | Statistics

Area of study

Mathematics and Statistics

Education type

On campus

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

Tuition Fee

Average International Tuition Fee

USD 22,460

Intakes

Program start date	Application deadline
2023-04-24	-
2023-09-19	-
2024-01-09	-

About Program

Program Overview

Research profile

Our research-active academics are involved in cutting-edge research covering a range of topics including applied analysis, computational mathematics, continuum mechanics and mathematical physics, financial mathematics, operational research and applied statistics. We address problems of real biological or engineering importance and investigate the underlying mathematical and phenomenological processes. There is a strong emphasis on the development of innovative analytic, asymptotic, computational and hybrid methods. Our research also focuses on random matrix theory, quantum information theory, mathematical foundations of quantum mechanics, mesoscopic disordered systems, statistical mechanics, graph theory, matroid theory, and infinite-dimensional Riemannian geometry, algebraic geometry and orthogonal polynomials.

You will benefit from this integrated PhD programme immensely if you want to:

receive a more much guided and hands-on supervision of your learning and research process, especially if you come from more traditional teaching cultures

increase your chances for timely completion of your PhD programme in comparison to students taking traditional route PhD, cutting down the expenses associated with prolonged study

access to tailored, highly specialist research training not available as part of the support provided to traditional route PhD students

maximise your chances for a successful research analysis by applying practical assignments and training which are part of the integrated PhD directly to the research you do for your thesis

receive an official Postgraduate Diploma in Research in addition to your PhD award to certify the completion of skills training which may be required by employers in some countries if you wish to pursue an academic career

Browse the work of subject-relevant research groups

Statistics and Data Science

Financial Mathematics and Operational Research

Mathematical and Statistical Modelling

Applied and Numerical Analysis

Mathematical Physics and Applied Mathematics

You can explore our campus and facilities for yourself by taking our virtual tour.

Program Outline

Research journey

The Brunel Integrated PhD combines PhD research with a programme of structured research, professional and subject training. The programme typically takes 4 years (compared to 3 years for a non-integrated PhD programme). On successful completion, you will be awarded a PhD with an Integrated Postgraduate Diploma in Research in your chosen subject specialisation.

The programme involves demonstrating through original research or other advanced scholarship the creation and interpretation of new knowledge, a systematic acquisition and understanding of a substantial body of knowledge at the forefront of an academic discipline or professional practice, the ability to conceptualise, design and implement a project for the general of new knowledge, applications or understanding at the forefront of the discipline.

The programme of taught modules runs in parallel to your research work during the first three years of study, with the fourth year providing time for you to focus on writing up your PhD thesis. The taught modules cover research and professional skills as well as providing discipline-specific content. The Brunel Integrated PhD aims to support an individual’s development as a research professional. It aims to produce researchers who are well prepared to embark on careers as academics or professional researchers. As well as the skills to conduct and disseminate high-quality academic research, researchers will develop a range of broader (‘transferable’) skills to help ensure that their work has an impact in the wider world.

Find out more here.

This course can be studied 4 years full-time, starting in January. Or this course can be studied 4 years full-time, starting in October.

Find out about what progress might look like at each stage of study here: Research degree progress structure.

Careers and your future

You will receive tailored careers support during your PhD and for up to three years after you complete your research at Brunel. We encourage you to actively engage in career planning and managing your personal development right from the start of your research, even (or perhaps especially) if you don't yet have a career path in mind. Our careers provision includes online information and advice, one-to-one consultations and a range of events and workshops. The Professional Development Centre runs a varied programme of careers events throughout the academic year. These include industry insight sessions, recruitment fairs, employer pop-ups and skills workshops.

In addition, where available, you may be able to undertake some paid work as we recognise that teaching and learning support duties represent an important professional and career development opportunity.

Find out more.

Following the completion of the course students may follow several career paths:

Career path within academia starting as a Post-doc or Lecturer/Assistant Professor at a university

Career progression within research institutions commencing as a Researcher and progressing to Senior Researcher.

Career path within the industry as a Research Scientist, Senior Research Scientists, Financial Analyst, etc.

Career path in secondary education as Maths teacher, Maths Subject Leader

Find a supervisor

Our researchers create knowledge and advance understanding, and equip versatile doctoral researchers with the confidence to apply what they have learnt for the benefit of society. Find out more about working with the Supervisory Team.

You are welcome to approach your potential supervisor directly to discuss your research interests. Search for expert supervisors for your chosen field of research.

View supervisors by research area

Applied and Numerical Analysis:

Analysis of partial differential equations, including nonlinear PDEs of fluid mechanics and mathematical biology (S. Mikhailov, M. Winter)

Analysis and numerical implementation of boundary-domain integral and integro-differential equations (S. Mikhailov)

Computational modelling of problems in solid mechanics, as well as acoustic, elastic and electromagnetic wave propagation, by Finite Element and Boundary Element methods (S. Langdon, M. Maischak, S. Shaw, M. Warby, J. Whiteman)

Approximation of orthogonal polynomials and special functions (I. Krasikov)

Abstract bifurcation and singularity theory (J. Furter)

Fast solvers and preconditioners, error estimators and adaptive algorithms, high performance and scientific computing, software development (S. Langdon, M. Maischak, S. Shaw)

Theoretical and computational modelling of fatigue, damage, durability, and fracture (S. Mikhailov)

Financial Mathematics and Operational Research:

Financial modelling; in particular, forecasting of spreads in commodity futures prices using latent state based models/ MCMC filters (P. Date, J.W. Lim)

Applications of machine learning in financial models. (P. Date, E. Boguslavskaya)

Optimisation problems in power system transmission networks (P. Date, C. Lucas)

Modelling paradigms and stochastic optimisation applied to (financial) decision making under uncertainty and risk (P. Date, D. Roman, C. Lucas)

Meta heuristics for solving large combinatorial problems. (C. Lucas)

Preventative maintenance modelling in the face of uncertainty (P. Date, C. Lucas)

Stochastic optimal control, with applications in finance (D. Roman, C. Lucas)

Efficient simulation of Levy processes (E. Boguslavskaya, J.W. Lim)

Mathematical Physics and Applied Mathematics:

Random matrix theory and its applications (D. Savin, I. Smolyarenko)

Resonances and transport in open wave chaotic systems (D. Savin)

Quantum information and quantum computing (S. Virmani)

Algebraic geometry, birational geometry (A.-S. Kaloghiros)

Complex networks (G. Rodgers, I. Smolyarenko)

Statistical mechanics of complex systems and econophysics (G. Rodgers)

Waves in solids and fluids (M. Greenhow, J. Lawrie, E. Nolde, A. Pichugin)

Structural acoustics and diffraction theory (M. Greenhow, J. Lawrie)

Asymptotic theory of thin elastic structures (E. Nolde , A. Pichugin)

Layout optimization of structures (A. Pichugin)

Statistics and Data Science:

High-dimensional Bayesian Learning (D. Chakrabarty)

Learning in the Absence of Training Data (D. Chakrabarty)

Applications of Statistics in Astronomy, Materials Science, etc. using MCMC-based inference (D. Chakrabarty

C. Spire

K. Yu

)

Random Geometric Graphs & Networks (D. Chakrabarty, B. Parker)

Design of Experiments for Network Science (B. Parker)

Algorithms for Experimental Design (B. Parker)

Bayesian regression beyond the mean (K. Yu)

Weibull analysis for lifetime data analysis (K. Yu)

Quantile regression for big data (K. Yu)

Machine learning methods and application (K. Yu, B. Parker)

Nonparametric smoothing (K. Yu)

Advanced regression analysis of carbon emissions (K. Yu)

Applications of Statistics in Health Science, Biology and Genomics (K. Yu

)

PhD topics

While we welcome applications from student with a clear direction for their research, we are providing you with some ideas for your chosen field of research:

Automatic computational fluid-dynamics, supervised by James Tyacke

Generative models with diffusion, supervised by Xiaochuan Yang

About University

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Courses

Brunel University London

Overview:

Brunel University London is a public research university located in Uxbridge, west London. It is known for its focus on practical learning and its strong links with industry. The university prides itself on being a "university for a changing world," emphasizing its commitment to innovation and addressing global challenges.

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Brunel University London offers a wide range of services to its students, including:

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Student Life and Campus Experience:

Brunel University London has a single-site campus, offering a vibrant and diverse student community. Students can expect:

Accommodation:

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Key Reasons to Study There:

Practical Learning:

World-Class Research:

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Excellent Location:

Academic Programs:

Brunel University London offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:

Business, Arts, and Social Sciences:

Engineering, Design, and Physical Sciences:

Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences:

Other:

Brunel University London is a member of the University of London federation.
The university has a strong commitment to equality and diversity.
Brunel University London is ranked 38th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings.
The university has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Brunel University London offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries to support students.
The university has a dedicated team to support international students.
Brunel University London has a strong alumni network.
Academic Programs:
While the context lists various subjects, it does not provide a detailed outline of the key academic programs and strengths of the institution.

Other:

Total programs

357

Average ranking globally

#446

Average ranking in the country

#38

Admission Requirements

The general University entrance requirement for registration for a research degree is normally a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (1st or 2:1).

An interview will be required as part of the admissions process and will be conducted by at least two academic staff members remotely via MS Teams, Zoom, or face to face.

Applicants will be required to submit a personal statement and a research statement.

Please contact your proposed supervisor, where possible, to receive feedback and guidance on your research statement before submitting it. Learn how to prepare a research statement here.

English Language Requirements

All courses at Brunel have an English language requirement. This is listed on your

course page

under 'entry criteria'.

If you need an English test, we recommend booking one early

as there can be a long wait in some areas. You can also take our Brunel English Language Test (

BrunELT

What level of English do I need?

In general, our courses ask for an English level of between IELTS 6.0 and 7.0 or equivalent. Some courses will have higher requirements (and will require you to also reach minimum sub-scores), so please

check your course page

for the exact level

If you do not meet the required level of English, you can take one of our

pre-sessional courses

What English qualifications does Brunel accept?

English qualifications we currently accept for degree level study include those listed below. We accept a wide range of other qualifications, so if you are unsure please get in touch with us on

What English qualifications do I need if I wish to study English at Brunel before my degree course?

If you need to study English before starting your degree, you should take one of the following tests at

an approved test centre

in order to apply for a Student visa:

IELTS (Academic) for UKVI SELT (minimum of IELTS 4 for overall and sub-scores)

LanguageCert International ESOL SELT (B1 level or above, Pass overall and 33 for each part)

Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) (Ievel 1 or above, both modules)

Pearson PTE Academic UKVI (43 for each part)

Find out more about exams you can take to obtain a Student visa:

IELTS (Academic) for UKVI,

LanguageCert International ESOL SELT

Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE)

, and

Pearson PTE Academic

. For further details,

I don't need to study English before I start my degree. Do I still need to provide proof of English language?

All international students must show evidence that they meet the English requirement for their course of study. This applies even if English is the native language of your home country. If this is the case, a pass at high school level which is equivalent to GCSE Grade C or above is sometimes acceptable. Please see your

country page

for more information.

If you don't need to study English before your degree and don't have relevant high school qualifications, we can still accept a non-UKVI-approved IELTS from an official test centre with the required scores. However, should you not achieve the required scores for your degree course, you will not be able to use this IELTS to apply for a Tier 4 visa for a pre-sessional English course in the UK. In some circumstances, if you don't have a UKVI IELTS, you may be able to attend an English course with a Short Term Study visa.

for more information.

English language qualifications we accept

(Click to expand and see specific requirements):

IELTS for UKVI (UKVI approved for Student Visa)

Pre-sessional English only
4.0 to 5.0
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC) /Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
(Minimum 4 in all subscores)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC)	(Minimum 5.5 in all subscores)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC) /Brunel degree programmes	(Minimum 5.5 in all subscores)
	(Minimum 5.5 to 6.0 in all subscores, depending on course)
	(Minimum 5.5 to 7.0 in all subscores, depending on course)

Pre-sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (PBC) /Brunel degree programmes

4.0 to 5.0

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

(Minimum 4 in all subscores)

(Minimum 5.5 in all subscores)

(Minimum 5.5 to 6.0 in all subscores, depending on course)

(Minimum 5.5 to 7.0 in all subscores, depending on course)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

Please contact

for more information.

Trinity College London: Secure English Language Tests for UKVI - Integrated Skills in English (ISE) (UKVI approved for Student Visa)


IELTS
Pre-sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
Trinity ISE
Pre-sessional English only	ISE I with pass or higher in all parts
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	ISE II with pass in all parts
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/Brunel degree programmes	ISE III with pass in all parts
	ISE III with pass in all parts
	ISE IV with pass in all parts

Pre-sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

Trinity ISE

ISE I with pass or higher in all parts

ISE II with pass in all parts

ISE III with pass in all parts

ISE IV with pass in all parts

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

Please contact

for more information.

BrunELT (Brunel English Language Test)


IELTS
Pre-sessional English Only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
	7.5
BrunELT
Pre-sessional English Only	40%+ (a minimum of 40% in all parts)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	55% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	58% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)
	63% (a minimum of 55% or 58% in all parts, depending on course)
	68% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)
	73% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)

	Pre-sessional English Only	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes
IELTS	4.0+	5.5	6.0	6.5	7.0	7.5
BrunELT	40%+ (a minimum of 40% in all parts)	55% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)	58% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)	63% (a minimum of 55% or 58% in all parts, depending on course)	68% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)	73% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)

Pre-sessional English Only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

7.5

BrunELT

40%+ (a minimum of 40% in all parts)

55% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)

58% (a minimum of 55% in all parts)

63% (a minimum of 55% or 58% in all parts, depending on course)

68% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)

73% (a minimum of 58%, 63% or 68% in all parts, depending on course)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

Please contact

for more information.

Pearson Academic (UKVI approved for Student Visa)


IELTS
Pre-sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
PTE Academic UKVI
Pre-sessional English only	43+ (a minimum of 43 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	59 (a minimum of 59 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	59 (a minimum of 59 for each part)
	59 (a minimum of 59 for each part)
	64 (a minimum of 59 or 64 for each part, depending on course)

Pre-sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

PTE Academic UKVI

43+ (a minimum of 43 for each part)

59 (a minimum of 59 for each part)

64 (a minimum of 59 or 64 for each part, depending on course)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

Please contact

for more information.

Cambridge


IELTS
Pre-sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
Cambridge English: Business Certificates (BEC) suite of exams
Pre-sessional English only	140-159 (a minimum of 140 for each part) (previously BEC Preliminary pass/pass with merit)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	160 (minimum of 160 for each part) or BEC Vantage (Grade C)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	169 (minimum of 160 for each part) or BEC Vantage (Grade B)
	180 (minimum of 160 or 169 for each part, depending on course) or BEC Higher (Grade C) or Vantage (Grade A)
	185 (minimum of 169 or 180 for each part, depending on course) or BEC Higher (Grade B)
IGCSE EFL (English as a first language)
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C/4
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	C/4
	C/4
	C/4
IGCSE ESL (English as a second language)
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C/4
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	C/4
	C/4
	C/4
B2 First (formerly FCE)
Pre-sessional English only	140-159 (a minimum of 140 for each sub-score) (Pass/Pass for previous BEC Preliminary)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (C old test)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course) (B old test)
	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course) (A old test)

C1 Advanced (formerly CAE)
Pre-sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (D old test)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)
	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course) (C old test)
	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course)
C2 Proficiency (CPE)
Pre-sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)
	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course)
	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course)
International Legal English Certificate - ILEC/ International Certificate of Financial English - ICFE
Pre-sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (B2 Pass)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)(C1 Pass)
	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course)(C1 Pass)
	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course) (C1 Pass with Merit)
International Education English O'level
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	C
	C
	C
Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate in First Language English
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes	C
	C
	C

	Pre-sessional English only	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College/ Brunel degree programmes
IELTS	4.0+	5.5	6.0	6.5	7.0
Cambridge English: Business Certificates (BEC) suite of exams	140-159 (a minimum of 140 for each part) (previously BEC Preliminary pass/pass with merit)	160 (minimum of 160 for each part) or BEC Vantage (Grade C)	169 (minimum of 160 for each part) or BEC Vantage (Grade B)	180 (minimum of 160 or 169 for each part, depending on course) or BEC Higher (Grade C) or Vantage (Grade A)	185 (minimum of 169 or 180 for each part, depending on course) or BEC Higher (Grade B)
IGCSE EFL (English as a first language)	D	C/4	C/4	C/4	C/4
IGCSE ESL (English as a second language)	D	C/4	C/4	C/4	C/4
B2 First (formerly FCE)	140-159 (a minimum of 140 for each sub-score) (Pass/Pass for previous BEC Preliminary)	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (C old test)	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course) (B old test)	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course) (A old test)
C1 Advanced (formerly CAE)	N/A	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (D old test)	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course) (C old test)	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course)
C2 Proficiency (CPE)	N/A	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score)	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course)	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course)
International Legal English Certificate - ILEC/ International Certificate of Financial English - ICFE	N/A	160 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score) (B2 Pass)	169 (a minimum of 160 for each sub-score, depending on course)(C1 Pass)	180 (a minimum of 160 or 169 for each sub-score, depending on course)(C1 Pass)	185 (a minimum of 169 or 180 for each sub-score, depending on course) (C1 Pass with Merit)
International Education English O'level	D	C	C	C	C
Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate in First Language English	D	C	C	C	C

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

Please contact

for more information.

GCSE


IELTS
Pre-sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
GCSE
Pre-sessional English only	D/3
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C-A or 4-9
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	C-A or 4-9
	C-A or 4-9
	C-A or 4-9
GCSE, IGCSE & AQA Level 1/2 English Language
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	C-A
	C-A
	C-A
GCSE combined language and literature
Pre-sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	C
	C
	C

	Pre-sessional English only	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes
IELTS	4.0+	5.5	6.0	6.5	7.0
GCSE	D/3	C-A or 4-9	C-A or 4-9	C-A or 4-9	C-A or 4-9
GCSE, IGCSE & AQA Level 1/2 English Language	D	C	C-A	C-A	C-A
GCSE combined language and literature	D	C	C	C	C

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

View your course page

for more information.

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for more information.

International Baccalaureate (IB)


IELTS
Pre-sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
IB Higher and Standard A
Pre-sessional English only	2+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	HL or SL 3
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	HL or SL 4
	HL or SL 4
	HL or SL 4
IB Higher B
Pre-sessional English only	2+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	HL 3
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	HL 4
	HL 4
	HL 4
IB Standard B
Pre-sessional English only	2+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	SL 4
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	SL 5
	SL 5
	SL 5

	Pre-sessional English only	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes
IELTS	4.0+	5.5	6.0	6.5	7.0
IB Higher and Standard A	2+	HL or SL 3	HL or SL 4	HL or SL 4	HL or SL 4
IB Higher B	2+	HL 3	HL 4	HL 4	HL 4
IB Standard B	2+	SL 4	SL 5	SL 5	SL 5

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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Michigan Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE)


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
ECPE
Pre-Sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Low Pass (a minimum of 650 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	Pass (minimum of 650 for each part)
	Pass (minimum of 650 or 750 for each part, depending on course)
	Honors (minimum of 750 or 840, depending on course)

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

ECPE

N/A

Low Pass (a minimum of 650 for each part)

Pass (minimum of 650 for each part)

Pass (minimum of 650 or 750 for each part, depending on course)

Honors (minimum of 750 or 840, depending on course)

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TOEFL


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
iBT iBT at home iBT paper based
Pre-Sessional English only	49+ (min R10, L10, S16, W13)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	71 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17 - depending on course)
	90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17, or min 20 in all subscores - depending on course)
	98 (min 20, 23, or 25 in all subscores - depending on course )
ITP Plus for China (interviews are checked by Brunel)
Pre-Sessional English only	460 (min L47, R48, W32)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	543 (min L54, R56, W53)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	580 (min L54, R56, W53)
	610 (min L54, R56, W53, S55, or L59, R59, W60, S60 - depending on course)
	627 (L59, R59, W60, S60, or min L63, R64, W64, S65 - depending on course)

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

iBT

iBT at home

iBT paper based

49+ (min R10, L10, S16, W13)

71 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)

77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17 - depending on course)

90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17, or min 20 in all subscores - depending on course)

98 (min 20, 23, or 25 in all subscores - depending on course )

ITP Plus for China (interviews are checked by Brunel)

460 (min L47, R48, W32)

543 (min L54, R56, W53)

580 (min L54, R56, W53)

610 (min L54, R56, W53, S55, or L59, R59, W60, S60 - depending on course)

627 (L59, R59, W60, S60, or min L63, R64, W64, S65 - depending on course)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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Duolingo - No longer accepted as of 06.09.2022 (current unconditional offers will be honoured).

LanguageCert SELT (UKVI approved for Student Visa)


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
LanguageCert
Pre-Sessional English only	B1 Achiever - Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	B2 Communicator Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	B2 Communicator Pass (min 36/50 for each part)
	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

LanguageCert

B1 Achiever - Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

B2 Communicator Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

B2 Communicator Pass (min 36/50 for each part)

C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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LanguageCert IESOL (for September 2023 and January 2024)


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
LanguageCert
Pre-Sessional English only	B1 Achiever - Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	B2 Communicator Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	B2 Communicator Pass (min 36/50 for each part)
	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)
	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

	Pre-Sessional English only	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes
IELTS	4.0+	5.5	6.0	6.5	7.0
LanguageCert	B1 Achiever - Pass (min 33/50 for each part)	B2 Communicator Pass (min 33/50 for each part)	B2 Communicator Pass (min 36/50 for each part)	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)	C1 Expert Pass (min 33/50 for each part)

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City & Guilds ESOL, IESOL adn SESOL


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
ESOL, IESOL and SESOL
Pre-Sessional English only	Achiever B1 (pass)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	Communicator B2 (pass)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	Communicator B2 (first class pass)
	Expert C1 (pass)
	Expert C1 (first class pass)

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

ESOL, IESOL and SESOL

Achiever B1 (pass)

Communicator B2 (pass)

Communicator B2 (first class pass)

Expert C1 (pass)

Expert C1 (first class pass)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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European Baccalaureate Year 7 (Except English Language 4)


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
European Baccalaureate 7
Pre-Sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	English Language I and II grade 5.5; English Language III grade 6
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	English Language I and II grade 6; English Language III grade 7
	English Language I and II grade 6; English Language III grade 7
	English Language I and II grade 7; English Language III grade 7.5

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

European Baccalaureate 7

N/A

English Language I and II grade 5.5; English Language III grade 6

English Language I and II grade 6; English Language III grade 7

English Language I and II grade 7; English Language III grade 7.5

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French Baccalaureate


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
French Baccalaureate
Pre-Sessional English only	N/A
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	10
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	10
	12
	13

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

French Baccalaureate

N/A

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GCE (O'level)


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
GCE
Pre-Sessional English only	D
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	C/4
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	C
	C
	C

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

GCE

C/4

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NATO Stanag


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
NATO Stanag
Pre-Sessional English only	3333
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	4444
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	4444
	4444
	4444

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

NATO Stanag

3333

4444

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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PSI Services: Skills for English UKVI


IELTS
Pre-Sessional English only	4.0+
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	5.5
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	6.0
	6.5
	7.0
Skills for English
Pre-Sessional English only	B1 (Lower Intermediate) Code: 4SB1 or B1 Pass with Merit Code: 4SB1+ (pass for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)	B2 Upper Intermediate Code: 4SB2 (pass for each part)
Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/ Brunel degree programmes	B2 Upper Intermediate Code: 4SB2 (pass for each part)
	B2 + Upper Intermediate Code: 4SB2+ (B2 Pass with Merit) (pass for each part)
	C1 (Expert) Code: 4SBC1 (pass for each part)

Pre-Sessional English only

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)

Pre-sessional English/Brunel Pathway College (BPC)/

Brunel degree programmes

IELTS

4.0+

5.5

6.0

6.5

7.0

Skills for English

B1 (Lower Intermediate) Code: 4SB1

B1 Pass with Merit Code: 4SB1+

(pass for each part)

B2 Upper Intermediate Code: 4SB2 (pass for each part)

B2 + Upper Intermediate Code: 4SB2+ (B2 Pass with Merit) (pass for each part)

C1 (Expert) Code: 4SBC1 (pass for each part)

English language requirements for direct entry to Brunel are dependent on your chosen course.

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Kaplan International Tools For English (KITE)

IELTS Score Required
4.0+ (4.0)
Equivalent KITE Score Required	310 (310)
5.5 (5.5)
Equivalent KITE Score Required	425 (425)
6.0 (5.5)
Equivalent KITE Score Required	458 (425)
6.5 (6.0)
Equivalent KITE Score Required	494 (458)
7.0 (6.5) 7.5 (7.0)
Equivalent KITE Score Required	510 (494) 550 (526)

IELTS Score Required	Equivalent KITE Score Required
4.0+ (4.0)	310 (310)
5.5 (5.5)	425 (425)
6.0 (5.5)	458 (425)
6.5 (6.0)	494 (458)
7.0 (6.5) 7.5 (7.0)	510 (494) 550 (526)

KITE (Kaplan International Tools for English)

An easy-to-access, online English Language test that can be taken from home.

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