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1 Minimum academic entry requirements by country QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENT DIPLOMAS OR TERTIARY PREPARATION PROGRAM (HEALTH SCIENCES) FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM GCE ‘A’ Levels Minimum aggregate score of 7. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5. Subjects at Advanced Level (A2) must be taken in the same academic year. AS Level subjects may be taken in the same or previous academic year. A subject taken at both AS Level and Advanced Level is only counted once for aggregate score. Minimum aggregate score of 5. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5. Subjects at Advanced Level (A2) must be taken in the same academic year. AS Level subjects may be taken in the same or previous academic year. A subject taken at both AS Level and Advanced Level is only counted once for aggregate score. Minimum aggregate score of 3. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5. Subjects at Advanced Level (A2) must be taken in the same academic year. AS Level subjects may be taken in the same or previous academic year. A subject taken at both AS Level and Advanced Level is only counted once for aggregate score. GCSE or IGCE 'O' Level Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies. Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies. Minimum aggregate score of 16 of best 4 subjects. Ranks on the GCSE/GCE O Level are calculated on the basis that graded 9 to 1 OR A* to G (A*=8.5, A= 7, B=5.5, C=4, D=3.5, E=2.5, F=1.5 and G=1.0). Global Assessment Certificate (GAC) Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies. Global Assessment Certificate with minimum GPA of 1.2 on 4- point scale. Global Assessment Certificate with minimum GPA of 1.0 on 4- point scale. General Educational Development (GED) Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies. General Educational Development with minimum average score of 580 out of 800 for entry to Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) and minimum average score of 600 out of 800 for entry to all other Diplomas. This qualification is not accepted for entry into the Foundation Studies Program. European Baccalaureate Diplome du Baccalaureate European Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung Diploma di Licenze Liceale Diplome du Baccalaureate European Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung Diploma di Licenze Liceale Diplome du Baccalaureate European, Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung, Diploma di Licenze Liceale

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Minimum academic entry requirements by country

QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENT

DIPLOMAS OR TERTIARY PREPARATION PROGRAM (HEALTH SCIENCES)

FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM

GCE ‘A’ Levels Minimum aggregate score of 7. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1,E=0.5. Subjects at AdvancedLevel (A2) must be taken in thesame academic year. AS Levelsubjects may be taken in thesame or previous academic year.A subject taken at both AS Leveland Advanced Level is onlycounted once for aggregate score.

Minimum aggregate score of 5. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1,E=0.5. Subjects at AdvancedLevel (A2) must be taken in thesame academic year. AS Levelsubjects may be taken in thesame or previous academic year.A subject taken at both AS Leveland Advanced Level is onlycounted once for aggregate score.

Minimum aggregate score of 3. Ranks on the GCE are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level (A2): A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, and must include results in minimum of two advanced Level (A2) and up to two (2) at Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS) subjects. AS Level subject is half of that assigned at Advanced Level (A2) – A*=3, A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1,E=0.5. Subjects at AdvancedLevel (A2) must be taken in thesame academic year. AS Levelsubjects may be taken in thesame or previous academic year.A subject taken at both AS Leveland Advanced Level is onlycounted once for aggregate score.

GCSE or IGCE 'O' Level

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Minimum aggregate score of 16 of best 4 subjects.

Ranks on the GCSE/GCE O Level are calculated on the basis that graded 9 to 1 OR A* to G (A*=8.5, A= 7, B=5.5, C=4, D=3.5, E=2.5, F=1.5 and G=1.0).

Global Assessment Certificate (GAC)

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Global Assessment Certificate with minimum GPA of 1.2 on 4-point scale.

Global Assessment Certificate with minimum GPA of 1.0 on 4-point scale.

General Educational Development (GED)

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

General Educational Development with minimum average score of 580 out of 800 for entry to Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) and minimum average score of 600 out of 800 for entry to all other Diplomas.

This qualification is not accepted for entry into the Foundation Studies Program.

European Baccalaureate

Diplome du Baccalaureate European Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung Diploma di Licenze Liceale

Diplome du Baccalaureate European Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung Diploma di Licenze Liceale

Diplome du Baccalaureate European, Zeugnis der Europaischen Reifeprufung, Diploma di Licenze Liceale

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Europea, Europees Baccalaureates Diploma. Minimum overall grade of 55.

Europea, Europees Baccalaureates Diploma. Minimum overall grade of 48.

Europea, Europees Baccalaureates Diploma with minimum overall grade of 45.

International Baccalaureate

Successful completion of International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 over six subjects.

International Baccalaureate with minimum score of 22 over six subjects.

Completion of Year 1 of the International Baccalaureate Diploma with Standard: 18.

West African Senior School Certificate

Maximum aggregate of 12 in the best six subjects.

Maximum aggregate of 22 in the best six subjects.

Maximum aggregate of 34 in the best six subjects.

COUNTRY MINIMUM ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENT

DIPLOMAS OR TERTIARY PREPARATION PROGRAM (HEALTH SCIENCES)

FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAM

Afghanistan Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Afghanistan Baccalauria with minimum grade average of 80%.

Afghanistan Baccalauria with minimum grade average of 75%.

Albania Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Albanian Certificate of Maturity with minimum grade average of 7.5.

Albanian Certificate of Maturity with minimum grade average of 7.0.

Algeria Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Algerian Baccalaureate with minimum overall grade of 12.

Algerian Baccalaureate with minimum overall grade of 10.

Angola Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 75%.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 70%.

Argentina Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR

Argentine Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 7.5 on 10-point scale.

Argentine Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 6.0 on 10-point scale.

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Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Australia Australian Year 12. Application through relevant Tertiary Admissions Centre.

ATAR 50. Applicants must not have: achieved an adequate Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or equivalent for entry to ACU; OR completed other eligible qualifications that meet the minimum entry requirements for entry to ACU.

Austria Austrian Maturity Certificate with overall grade of 3.5 or lower.

Austrian Maturity Certificate with overall grade score of 3.9 or lower.

Austrian Maturity Certificate with overall grade score of 4.0 or lower.

Bahrain Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjahiya) witih minimum grade average of 70%.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjahiya) witih minimum grade average of 65%.

Bangladesh Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate. Minimum GPA 4.00 based on a 5-point GPA scale.

Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate. Minimum GPA 3.75 based on a 5-point GPA scale.

Completion of Year 11 - Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or Intermediate Certificate. Minimum GPA 5.0 on a 5-point GPA scale OR Completion of Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC). Minimum GPA 3.5 based on a 5-point GPA scale.

Belgium Belgian Certificate of Access to Higher Education. Minimum grade average of 10 on 20-point scale.

Belgian Certificate of Access to Higher Education with minimum grade average of 7.0 on 20-point scale.

Belgian Certificate of Access to Higher Education with minimum grade average of 6.0 on 20-point scale OR Belgian Upper Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 62% OR Belgian Upper Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum grade average of 70%.

Bhutan Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Bhutan Higher Secondary Education Certificate with minimum grade average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects.

Bhutan Higher Secondary Certificate with minimum average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects.

Bolivia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR

Bolivian Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 4.5 on a 7-point scale.

Bolivian Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 4.0 on a 7-point scale.

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Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.5 on 5-point scale.

Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.0 on 5-point scale.

Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 1.5 on 5-point scale OR Upper Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum grade average of 3.5 on 5-point scale.

Brazil Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Brazil National High School Exam (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio – ENEM) with minimum score of 540 OR Segundo Grau/Ensino Medio with an average of 5.6 on 10-point scale (or 65%).

Brazil National High School Exam (Exame Nacional do Ensino Médio – ENEM) with minimum score of 520 OR Segundo Grau/Ensino Medio with an average of 5.4 on 10-point scale (or 60%).

Brunei Refer to GCE A Level. Refer to GCE A Level. Refer to GCE A level, GCSE/IGCE 'O' level or West African Senior School Certificate.

Bulgaria Bulgarian Diploma of Completion of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 2.7.

Bulgarian Diploma of Completion of Secondary Education with minimum overall grade of 2.6.

Bulgarian Diploma of Completion of Secondary Education with minimum overall grade of 2.5. OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade of 3.0.

Cambodia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Diploma of Upper Secondary Education with minimum overall grade of D.

Diploma of Upper Secondary Education with minimum overall grade of E OR Upper Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade of C.

Canada Alberta High School Diploma with minimum aggregate score of 306 in the best five subjects at 30-level.

New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Manitoba - High School Graduation Diploma with minimum grade average of 50%.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma with minimum overall average of 67%. The average is calculated from the best 6 grade 12 University Preparation Courses or University/College Preparation Courses, including English (ENG4U).

Alberta High School Diploma with minimum aggregate score of 276 in the best five subjects at 30-level.

New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, Manitoba - High School Graduation Diploma with minimum grade average of 47%.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma with minimum overall average of 62%. The average is calculated from the best 6 grade 12 University Preparation Courses or University/College Preparation Courses, including English (ENG4U).

Completion of High School from any provinces or territories except Quebec.

High School from any provinces or territories except Quebec - Year 11 with minimum 4 academic subject passes.

Quebec Secondary School Diploma with minimum 4 academic subject passes.

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British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (2004 graduation program) with minimum grade average of 3.0 based on all grade 12 subjects except Graduation Transition. Ranks are calculated on the basis of A = 4, B = 3, C+ = 2.5, C = 2, C- = 1, F = 0.

Completion of at least one year (12 courses) of study at Quebec Diploma of Collegial Studies with minimum grade average of 40%.

British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (2004 graduation program) with minimum grade average of 2.85 based on all grade 12 subjects except Graduation Transition. Ranks are calculated on the basis of A = 4, B = 3, C+ = 2.5, C = 2, C- = 1, F = 0.

Quebec High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 60%.

Chile Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Licencia de Educacion Media with minimum overall grade of 5.5 for academic subjects, excluding English.

Licencia de Educacion Media with minimum overall grade of 5.0 for academic subjects, excluding English.

China National Entrance Exam (Gaokao) with minimum score required for each Chinese Province.

High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 60%.

Gao Er (Senior Middle Year 2) with minimum overall grade of 60% for best 4 academic subjects OR Gao San (Senior Middle Year 3) with minimum overall grade of 50% for best 4 academic subjects OR High School Graduation Certificate.

Colombia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Bachiller or Bachillerato (Secondary School Certificate) with minimum grade average of 70% in final year results.

Bachiller or Bachillerato (Secondary School Certificate) with minimum grade average of 60% in final year results.

Costa Rica Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Costa Rican Diploma of Completion of Diversified Education Studies or Comparable Qualification with minimum grade average of 82%.

Costa Rican Diploma of Completion of Diversified Education Studies or Comparable Qualification with minimum grade average of 80%.

Congo Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Diplôme d'État d'Études Secondaires du Cycle Long with minimum grade average of 70%.

Diplôme d'État d'Études Secondaires du Cycle Long with minimum grade average of 60%.

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Croatia Croatian Matura with minimum average score of 4.5 in the best three compulsory subjects and the best elective subject. Ranks on the Matura are calculated on the basis that at the Higher Level grades: Excellent = 8, Very Good = 6, Good = 4, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1, Basic Level grades: Excellent = 5, Very Good = 4, Good= 3, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1.

Croatian Matura with minimum average score of 4.3 in the three compulsory subjects and the best elective subject. Ranks on the Matura are calculated on the basis that at the Higher Level grades: Excellent = 8, Very Good = 6, Good = 4, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1, Basic Level grades: Excellent = 5, Very Good = 4, Good= 3, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1.

Croatian Matura with minimum average score of 4 in the three compulsory subjects and the best elective subject. Ranks on the Matura are calculated on the basis that at the Higher-Level grades: Excellent = 8, Very Good = 6, Good = 4, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1, Basic Level grades: Excellent = 5, Very Good = 4, Good= 3, Pass = 2, Insufficient = 1. OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum average score of 4.5 in the three compulsory subjects and the best elective subject.

Cuba Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Cuban Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 76%.

Cuban Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 72%.

Cyprus Refer to either entry requirements for Greece or Turkey.

Refer to either entry requirements for Greece or Turkey.

Refer to either entry requirements for Greece or Turkey.

Czech Republic Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with grade average of 4.0 or lower. Ranks on the Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5.

Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with grade average of 4.1 or lower. Ranks on the Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5.

Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with grade average of 4.2 or lower. Ranks on the Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5 OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with grade average of 3 or lower.

Denmark Senior High School (Studentereksames) with minimum grade average of 6.0 on a 12 point scale.

Senior High School (Studentereksames) with minimum grade average of 5.4 on a 12-point scale.

Danish Upper Secondary School Leaving Examinations with minimum Final examination result of 5.1 on 12-point scale OR Danish Senior Secondary School Completion of Year 11 with a minimum average of 5.5.

Dominican Republic

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Dominican Republic Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 82%.

Dominican Republic Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 75%. OR Senior Secondary School Completion of Year 11 with a minimum average of 80%.

East Timor Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is

Upper Secondary (Year -12) Diploma Ensino Secundário with minimum grade average of 10 on a 20-point scale.

Upper Secondary (Year -11) with minimum grade average of 10 on a 20-point scale OR Upper Secondary (Year -12) Diploma Ensino Secundário with

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required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

minimum grade average of 8 on a 20-point scale.

Ecuador Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 14 on 20-point scale.

Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 13 on 20-point scale.

Egypt Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Shehadet Al-Thanawiya with minimum grade average of 65%.

Shehadet Al-Thanawiya with minimum grade average of 50%.

El Salvador Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Salvadorean Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 5.6 in final year results on 10-point scale.

Salvadorean Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 5.4 in final year results on 10-point scale.

Ethiopia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

The Ethiopian University Entrance Examination Certificate with minimum overall average of 74%.

The Ethiopian University Entrance Examination Certificate with minimum overall average of 72%.

Fiji Fiji Year 13 Certificate (2013 onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 228 in the best 4 subjects (one of which must include English). Subject grades are converted as A+=90, A=80, B+=70, B=60, C=50, D=30.

Fiji Year 13 Certificate (2013 onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 200 in the best 4 subjects (one of which must include English). Subject grades are converted as A+=90, A=80, B+=70, B=60, C=50, D=30.

Fiji Year 13 Certificate (2013 onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 190 in the best 4 subjects (one of which must include English). Subject grades are converted as A+=90, A=80, B+=70, B=60, C=50, D=30. OR

Fiji School Leaving Certificate (Form 6) with minimum aggregate score of 220 in the best 4 subjects (one of which must include English) and a minimum of 50% in English.

Finland Finnish Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 6.5 in final year results.

Finnish Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 6.0 in final year results.

Finnish Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Lukionpäästötodistus) with minimum grade average of 5.5 in final year results OR

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Finish Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum grade average point 6.0 on 10-point scale OR Finnish Matriculation Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.8.

France French Baccalaureate with minimum average of 10.5.

French Baccalaureate with minimum average of 10.

French General Baccalaureate with minimum average of 8 French General Baccalaureate Completion of Première (Year 11) with minimum average of 10 OR French Pattern Senior Secondary Level Qualifications with minimum overall grade average of 9 on 20-point scale.

French Polynesia

Refer to France. Refer to France. Refer to France.

Germany German Abitur with maximum overall grade 3.2.

German Abitur with maximum overall grade 4.0.

German Abitur with maximum overall grade 4.5 OR Completion of Year 11 - German Senior Secondary School with maximum overall grade of 3.

Ghana Refer to GCE ‘A’ Levels OR West African Senior School Certificate.

Refer to GCE A level or West African Senior School Certificate.

Refer to GCE A level, GCSE/IGCE 'O' level or West African Senior School Certificate.

Greece

Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and General Entrance exam with minimum score of 200 OR Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and Greek Certificate of Access with minimum aggregate score of 16.

Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and General Entrance exam with minimum score of 180 OR Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and Greek Certificate of Access with minimum aggregate score of 13.

Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and General Entrance exam with minimum score of 160 OR Apolytirio Geniko Lykeio and Greek Certificate of Access with minimum aggregate score of 10.

Guatemala Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Guatemalan Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 80.

Guatemalan Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 75.

Honduras Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Honduran Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 82.

Honduran Bachillerato with minimum grade average of 80.

Hong Kong Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with minimum aggregate score 12 based the best five subjects including three core subjects (Chinese Language, English Languages, Mathematics and

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with minimum aggregate score 10 based the best five subjects including three core subjects (Chinese Language, English Languages, Mathematics and

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with minimum aggregate score 6 based the best three subjects including three core subjects (Chinese Language, English Languages, Mathematics and Liberal Arts).

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Liberal Arts). Category B and C subjects are not counted. Grades for all subjects except Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 6, Level 5 = 5, Level 4 = 4, Level 3 = 3, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 = 1. Grades for Compulsory Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 3, Level 5 = 2.5, Level 4 = 2, Level 3 = 1.5, Level 2 = 1 and Level 1 = 0.5. Grades for Extension Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 4, Level 5 = 3.5, Level 4 = 3, Level 3 = 2.5, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 = 1.5.

Liberal Arts). Category B and C subjects are not counted. Grades for all subjects except Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 6, Level 5 = 5, Level 4 = 4, Level 3 = 3, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 = 1. Grades for Compulsory Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 3, Level 5 = 2.5, Level 4 = 2, Level 3 = 1.5, Level 2 = 1 and Level 1 = 0.5. Grades for Extension Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 4, Level 5 = 3.5, Level 4 = 3, Level 3 = 2.5, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 = 1.5.

Category B and C subjects are not counted. Grades for all subjects except Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 6, Level 5 = 5, Level 4 = 4, Level 3 = 3, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 = 1. Grades for Compulsory Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 3, Level 5= 2.5, Level 4 = 2, Level 3 = 1.5, Level 2 = 1 and Level 1 = 0.5. Grades for Extension Mathematics are counted as follows: Level 5** and Level 5* = 4, Level 5 = 3.5, Level 4 = 3, Level 3 = 2.5, Level 2 = 2 and Level 1 =1.5 OR Completion of Form 5 with passes in 4 subjects.

Hungary Hungary Maturity Certificate with minimum overall grade of 2.6.

Hungary Maturity Certificate with minimum overall grade of 2.2.

Hungary Maturity Certificate with minimum overall grade of 2.0 OR Hungarian Senior Secondary School Completion of Year 11 of Senior Secondary (Gymnazium) with an average of 2.5 on 5-point scale.

Iceland Studentsprof from Gymsium with minimum overall grade of 5.0.

Studentsprof from Gymsium with minimum overall grade of 4.0.

Studentsprof from Gymsium with minimum overall grade of 3.0.

India CBSE All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;

Indian School Certificate (ISC) with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;

Senior Secondary School Certificate from National Open Schooling with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Higher Secondary Certificate from the State Boards listed below with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects;

Rajasthan Andhra Pradesh Gujarat Maharashtra Karnataka Kerala

Tamil Nadu West Bengal Telangana OR Higher Secondary Certificate from Punjab and Haryana State Boards with minimum average of 75% in best 4 academic subjects;

Local languages and non-academic subjects are excluded.

CBSE All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) with minimum average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects;

Indian School Certificate (ISC) with minimum average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects;

Senior Secondary School Certificate from National Open Schooling with minimum average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects;

Higher Secondary Certificate from the State Boards listed below with minimum average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects:

Rajasthan Andhra Pradesh Gujarat Maharashtra Karnataka Kerala

Tamil Nadu West Bengal Telangana

Higher Secondary Certificate from Punjab and Haryana State Boards with minimum average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Higher Secondary Certificate from other State Boards with minimum average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects;

CBSE All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) - Year 11 with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects or Year 12 with minimum average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Indian School Certificate (ISC) - Year 11 with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects or Year 12 with minimum average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Senior Secondary School Certificate from National Open Schooling with minimum Year 11 with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects or average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Higher Secondary Certificate from the State Boards listed below - Year 11 with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects or Year 12 with minimum average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects; Rajasthan Andhra Pradesh Gujarat Maharashtra Karnataka Kerala Tamil Nadu West Bengal Telangana OR

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Local languages and non-academic subjects are excluded.

Higher Secondary Certificate from Punjab and Haryana State Boards - Year 11 with minimum average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects or Year 12 with minimum average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects; OR Higher Secondary Certificate from other State Boards - Year 11 with minimum average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects or Year 12 with minimum average of 65%; Local languages and non-academic subjects are excluded.

Indonesia Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) III Certificate of Graduation (SKHUN/STK) with minimum overall grade 7.2.

Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) III Certificate of Graduation (SKHUN/STK) with minimum overall grade 6.5 or Completion of SMA III Secondary School Certificate with minimum overall 70%.

Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) 2/Year 11 with minimum overall grade 6.5 in best 4 academic subjects OR Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) III Certificate of Graduation (SKHUN/STK) with minimum overall grade 6.0 OR Completion of SMA III Secondary School Certificate with minimum overall 60%.

Iran (2017 or earlier) Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies OR Pre-University Certificate with minimum grade average of 13 on 20-point scale. (2018 & onwards) High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 13 on 20-point scale.

(2017 or earlier) High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 14 on 20-point scale OR Pre-University Certificate with minimum grade average of 11 on 20-point scale (2018 & onwards) High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 11 on 20-point scale.

(2017 or earlier) High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 10 on 20-point scale OR Pre-University Certificate with minimum grade average of 10 on 20-point scale. (2018 & onwards) High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 10 on 20-point scale OR Completion of Year 11 with minimum grade average of 14 on 20-point scale.

Iraq Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies

High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 14 on 20-point scale.

Iraqui Certificate of Preparatory Studies with minimum grade average of 60%.

Ireland Republic of Ireland Leaving Certificate. Aggregate score of 270 or higher in one attempt in the best six subjects. Convert Leaving Certificate grades at Higher Level to CAO points as follows: A1=100 A2=90, B1=85, B2=80, B3=75, C1=70, C2=65, C3=60, D1=55, D2=50 and D3=45 Convert Ordinary Level grades as follows:

Republic of Ireland Leaving Certificate. Aggregate score of 190 or higher in one attempt in the best six subjects. Convert Leaving Certificate grades at Higher Level to CAO points as follows: A1=100 A2=90, B1=85, B2=80, B3=75, C1=70, C2=65, C3=60, D1=55, D2=50 and D3=45 Convert Ordinary Level grades as follows: A1=60

Republic of Ireland Leaving Certificate. Aggregate score of 175 or higher in one attempt in the best six subjects. Convert Leaving Certificate grades at Higher Level to CAO points as follows: A1=100 A2=90, B1=85, B2=80, B3=75, C1=70, C2=65, C3=60, D1=55, D2=50 and D3=45 Convert Ordinary Level grades as follows:

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A1=60 A2=50, B1=45 B2=40, B3=35, C1=30 C2=25.

A2=50, B1=45 B2=40, B3=35, C1=30 C2=25.

A1=60 A2=50, B1=45 B2=40, B3=35, C1=30 C2=25 OR Irish Senior Secondary School Completion of Year 11 with a minimum 60% average (Grade H4 or O4).

Israel Israeli Teudat Bagrut with minimum overall weighted average of 76.

Israeli Teudat Bagrut with minimum overall weighted average of 72.

Israeli Teudat Bagrut with minimum overall weighted average of 68.

Italy High School Diploma with High School State Exam (Esame di Stato) with minimum overall mark of 75.

High School Diploma with High School State Exam (Esame di Stato) with minimum overall mark of 72.

High School Diploma with minimum overall grade average of 6.0 on 10-point scale. OR High School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 6.5 on 10-point scale.

Japan Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 3.0 on 5-point scale in final year results OR National Center Test for University Admissions with minimum average Hensachi of 48.

Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 2.75 on 5-point scale in final year results OR National Center Test for University Admissions with minimum average Hensachi of 44.

Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 2.5 on 5-point scale in final year results OR Senior High School - Year 11 with minimum overall average of 3.0 on 5-point scale.

Jordan Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Jordanian General Secondary Education Certificate Examination (Tawjiha) with minimum overall grade average of 61%.

Jordanian General Secondary Education Certificate Examination (Tawjiha) with minimum overall grade average of 58%.

Kenya Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum aggregate score of 53 in maximum of 7 subjects. Based on A = 12, A- = 11, B+ = 10, B = 9, B-= 8, C+ = 7, C = 6, C- = 5, D+ = 4, D = 3, D- = 2, E = 1.

Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum aggregate score of 40 in maximum of 7 subjects. Based on A = 12, A- = 11, B+ = 10, B = 9, B- = 8, C+ = 7, C = 6, C- = 5, D+ = 4, D = 3, D- = 2, E = 1.

Kenyan Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum aggregate – maximum seven subjects of 38. Based on A = 12, A- = 11, B+ = 10, B = 9, B- = 8, C+ = 7, C = 6, C- = 5, D+ = 4, D = 3, D- = 2, E = 1.

Kiribati Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with maximum average grade of 3 OR South Pacific Form Seven Certificate with minimum average grade of A.

Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with maximum average grade of 4 OR South Pacific Form Seven Certificate with minimum average grade of C.

Korea College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) (2005 - 2016) with minimum overall standardized score (pyojunjumsu) of 285, based on the results in Korean Language, Math and Foreign Language (English);

College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) (2017 onwards) with

College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) (2005 - 2016) with minimum overall standardized score (pyojunjumsu) of 276, based on the results in Korean Language, Math and Foreign Language (English);

College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT) (2017 onwards) with

Senior High School - Year 2 with minimum overall average of 65% OR Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 50% in final year results OR Graduation Equivalent Examination (Geom Jeong Go Si)

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minimum overall Standard score 270 of Language Arts (Korean Language), Mathematics and the best two subjects from Science or Social Studies area; Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 60% in final year results; OR Graduation Equivalent Examination (Geom Jeong Go Si) with minimum overall 70% of 5 best subjects.

minimum overall Standard score 244 of Language Arts (Korean Language), Mathematics and the best two subjects from Science or Social Studies area;

Senior High School Certificate with minimum overall average of 60% in final year results; OR Graduation Equivalent Examination (Geom Jeong Go Si) with minimum overall 70% of 5 best subjects.

with minimum overall average of 60% for 5 best subjects.

Kuwait Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a’ama with minimum overall grade average of 80%.

Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a’ama with minimum overall grade average of 65%.

Laos Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Baccalaureate or Vocational School Certificate with minimum grade average of 65%.

Baccalaureate or Vocational School Certificate with minimum grade average of 60%.

Lebanon Lebanese Baccalaureate with minimum overall grade of 12.

Lebanese Baccalaureate with minimum overall grade of 11.

Lebanese Baccalaureate with minimum overall grade of 10 on 20-point scale OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade of 14 on 20-point scale.

Libya Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 85%.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 75%.

Liechtenstein Liechtenstein Maturitaszeugnis with minimum grade average of 2.8.

Liechtenstein Maturitaszeugnis with minimum grade average of 2.6.

Liechtenstein Maturitaszeugnis with minimum grade average of 2.5 OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with maximum overall grade average of 4 on 6-point scale.

Lithuania Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or

Lithuania Certificate of Maturity with minimum grade average of 60%.

Completion of Senior Secondary School with minimum overall average 65% OR

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higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 7 on 10-point scale.

Luxembourg Luxemborg Diplome de Fen D’Etudes with minimum grade average of 26.

Luxemborg Diplome de Fen D’Etudes with minimum grade average of 22.

Luxemborg Diplome de Fen D’Etudes with minimum grade average of 20 OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 45 out of 60.

Macau Form 6 (Certificate of Higher Secondary Education) with minimum grade average of 70% in best 4 academic subjects.

Form 6 (Certificate of Higher Secondary Education) with minimum grade average of 65% in best 4 academic subjects.

Form 6 (Certificate of Higher Secondary Education) with minimum grade average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects. OR Form 5 with minimum grade average of 60% in best 4 academic subjects.

Macedonia Macedonian Matura School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 40. Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 x final year school grade average) + (12 x matura examination mark).

Macedonian Matura School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 36. Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 x final year school grade average) + (12 x matura examination mark).

Macedonian Matura School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 28. Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 x final year school grade average) + (12 x matura examination mark) OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 3.0 on 5-point scale.

Malaysia Malaysian Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 7 for one subject, 4 for two subjects, 4 for three subjects and 3 for four or more subjects.

Ranks for the Malaysian STPM are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 7, A- = 6, B+ = 5, B = 4, B- = 3, C+ = 2, C = 1, with partial passes C-, D+ and D = 0. Schedule selection to be based on the number of Advanced Level subjects passed, that is subjects with Fail grade (F) or partial passes C-, D+ or D are not assessed; OR Malaysian Matriculation Certificate (Matrikulasi) - Minimum GPA 2.0; OR Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary Schools Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with maximum aggregate score of 20 in total of best 5 subjects excluding English, Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia; UEC Grading, A1 =1, A2=2, B3=3, B4=4, B5=5, B6=6, C7 =7, C8=8.

Malaysian Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 5 for one subject, 3 for two subjects, 2 for three subjects and 1 for four or more subjects.

Ranks for the Malaysian STPM are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 7, A- = 6, B+ = 5, B = 4, B- = 3, C+ = 2, C = 1, with partial passes C-, D+ and D = 0. Schedule selection to be based on the number of Advanced Level subjects passed, that is subjects with Fail grade (F) or partial passes C-, D+ or D are not assessed; OR Malaysian Matriculation Certificate (Matrikulasi) - Minimum GPA 1.5 OR Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary Schools Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with maximum aggregate score of 30 in total of best 5 subjects excluding English, Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia; UEC Grading, A1

Malaysian Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 3 for one subject or 1 for two or more subjects.

Ranks for the Malaysian STPM are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 7, A- = 6, B+ = 5, B = 4, B- = 3, C+ = 2, C = 1, with partial passes C-, D+ and D = 0. Schedule selection to be based on the number of Advanced Level subjects passed, that is subjects with Fail grade (F) or partial passes C-, D+ or D are not assessed.; OR Malaysian Matriculation Certificate (Matrikulasi) - Minimum GPA 1.3 OR Malaysian Independent Chinese Secondary Schools Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with maximum aggregate score of 35 or less in total of best 5 subjects excluding English, Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia; UEC Grading, A1 =1, A2=2, B3=3, B4=4, B5=5, B6=6, C7 =7, C8=8 OR

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=1, A2=2, B3=3, B4=4, B5=5, B6=6, C7 =7, C8=8.

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with minimum 3 C passes.

Mauritius Refer to GCE 'A' levels. Refer to GCE A levels. Refer to GCE A level, GCSE/IGCE 'O' level or West African Senior School Certificate.

Mexico Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Bachillerato with minimum overall grade of 7.0 on 10-point scale.

Bachillerato with minimum overall grade of 6.0 on 10-point scale.

Mongolia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

School Leaving Certificate (2016 onwards) with minimum grade average of 70%.

School Leaving Certificate (2016 onwards) with minimum grade average of 60%.

Myanmar Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Matriculation Examination Pass Certificate - Completion of 3 core subjects and 3 elective subjects (excluding optional Burmese language) with minimum grade average of 60% OR Myanmar Two Years of Postsecondary Study of Intermediate Certificate with minimum grade average of 50%.

Matriculation Examination Pass Certificate - Completion of 3 core subjects and 3 elective subjects (excluding optional Burmese language) with minimum grade average of 55%

Nepal Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded by National Examination Board with Grade XII GPA* 2.8 (3.0 for Nursing, initial teacher education and law courses) OR Completion of Nepalese Proficiency Certificate with minimum grade of average 65%. * awarded 2018 onwards

Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded by National Examination Board with Grade XII GPA* of 2.40 for the Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Sciences) and 2.60 for all other Diplomas. OR Completion of Nepalese Proficiency Certificate with pass grade * awarded 2018 onwards

Completion of Grade XI with GPA 2.40 or 60% OR Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded by National Examination Board with Grade XII GPA* of 2.2. * awarded 2018 onwards

New Zealand Assessed individually. Assessed individually. Completion of NCEA Level 2 with 80 credits (at least 60 at level 2 or above).

Nigeria West African Senior School Certificate or Nigerian Senior School Certificate with maximum aggregate score of 12 in the best six subjects.

West African Senior School Certificate or Nigerian Senior School Certificate with maximum aggregate of 22 in the best six subjects.

West African Senior School Certificate or Nigerian Senior School Certificate with maximum aggregate of 34 in the best six subjects.

Norway Norwegian Certificate of Completion of Upper Secondary

Norwegian Certificate of Completion of Upper Secondary

Norwegian Certificate of Completion of Upper Secondary

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School Examinations with minimum grade average of 1.4 on 6-point scale.

School Examinations with minimum grade average of 1.2 on 6-point scale.

School Examinations with minimum grade average of 1.1 on 6-point scale OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum average grade of 2.0.

Oman Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 75%.

Thanawiya amma with minimum overall grade average of 70%.

Pakistan Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate or Intermediate with an average of 82% in best 4 academic subjects.

Completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate or Intermediate with an average of 55% in best 4 academic subjects.

Papua New Guinea

High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 3.0 on 4-point scale. Grades based on: A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, E = 0 OR University of Papua New Guinea or Papua New Guinea University of Technology Foundation Year with overall grade average of 3.0 on 7-point scale. Grades based on A=7, B=6, C=5, D or P=4, E=3 and F=1.5.

High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.5 on 4-point scale. Grades based on: A = 4, B = 3, C = 2, D = 1, E = 0.

High School Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.0 on 4-point scale.

Paraguay Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Paraguayan Bachillerato with minimum overall average of 3.2.

Paraguayan Bachillerato minimum overall average of 2.8.

Peru Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Certificado de Educación Secundaria Común Completa with minimum grade of 14 on 20-point scale.

Certificado de Educación Secundaria Común Completa with minimum grade of 12 on 20-point scale.

Philippines (2017 and earlier) Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year of study at a recognised

(2017 and earlier) Successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, one year of university studies or completion of a qualification

(2018 and onwards) High School Diploma (K-12) (Academic track or Arts & Design track) with minimum overall grade average of 70%;

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tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies; OR (2018 and onwards) High School Diploma (K-12) (Academic track or Arts & Design track) with a minimum of 85% score; OR (2018 and onwards) High School Diploma (K-12) with minimum total score of 1010 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores.

equivalent to an Australian AQF certificate IV; (2018 and onwards) High School Diploma (K-12) (Academic track or Arts & Design track) with minimum grade average of 75%; OR (2018 and onwards) High School Diploma (K-12) with minimum total score of 940 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores.

OR High School (K-12 at Academic track or Arts & Design track) - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 80%.

Poland Polish Matura Certificate (2015 and onwards) with minimum average Matura mark of 45 in the best three written extended subjects; where fewer than three extended subjects are presented, make up with the best remaining written standard.

Polish Matura Certificate (2015 and onwards) with minimum average Matura mark of 35 in the best three written extended subjects; where fewer than three extended subjects are presented, make up with the best remaining written standard.

Polish Matura Certificate (2015 and onwards) with minimum average Matura mark of 31 in the best three written extended subjects; where fewer than three extended subjects are presented, make up with the best remaining written standard OR Senior High School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 65%.

Portugal Portuguese Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 9 on 20-point scale.

Portuguese Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 7 on 20-point scale.

Portuguese Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 6 on 20-point scale OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 12 on 20-point scale.

Qatar Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Tawjihiyya with minimum overall grade average of 84%.

Tawjihiyya with minimum overall grade average of 75%.

Romania Romanian Diploma de Baccalaureat with minimum overall grade average of 6 on 10-point scale.

Romanian Diploma de Baccalaureat with minimum overall grade average of 4 on 10-point scale.

Romanian Diploma de Baccalaureat with minimum overall grade average of 3 on 10-point scale OR Senior Secondary School with minimum overall agrade average of 5 on 10-point scale OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall average of 7 on 10-point scale.

Russia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR

Certificate of Secondary General Education and the Certificate of Unified State Examination with minimum grade average of 60%.

Certificate of Secondary General Education with minimum grade average of 3 on 5-point scale.

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Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies

Saudi Arabia Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 70%.

General Secondary Education Certificate with minimum overall grade average of 60%;

Scotland Scottish Qualifications Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 7.0. Grades for National Courses at Higher level are counted as follows: A=3, B=2, C=1, Grades for National Courses at Advanced higher Level are counted as follows: A=5.5, B=4.5, C=3.5 and D=2.5.

Scottish Qualifications Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 5.5. Grades for National Courses at Higher level are counted as follows: A=3, B=2, C=1, Grades for National Courses at Advanced higher Level are counted as follows: A=5.5, B=4.5, C=3.5 and D=2.5.

Scottish Qualifications Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 5.0. Grades for National Courses at Higher level are counted as follows: A=3, B=2, C=1, Grades for National Courses at Advanced higher Level are counted as follows: A=5.5, B=4.5, C=3.5 and D=2.5. OR The National 5 with minimum average score of 2. Grades for N5 are counted as follows: A=3, B=2, C=1.

Seychelles Refer to GCE ‘A’ Levels. Refer to GCE A levels. Refer to GCE A levels.

Serbia Serbian School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 30.

Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 * school grade) + (12 * examination grade).

Serbian School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 29.

Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 * school grade) + (12 * examination grade).

Serbian School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 27.

Aggregate is calculated as follows: (8 * school grade) + (12 * examination grade) OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall average of 3.5 on 5-point scale.

Singapore Singapore-Cambridge GCE A Levels with minimum aggregate score 7 in at least 3 H2 subjects and 1 H1 subject. (Course prerequisite still apply.) Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for Higher 2 (H2) subjects. U (ungraded) and S (Sub pass) are fail grades with a notional value of 0. The notional value of a Higher 1 (H1) subject is half of that assigned to a Higher 2 (H2) subject, where A = 2.5, B = 2, C = 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5. Higher 3 (H3) subjects are not included in the calculation of the aggregate.

Singapore-Cambridge GCE A Levels with minimum aggregate score 4 in at least 3 H2 subjects and 1 H1 subject. (Course prerequisite still apply.) Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 for Higher 2 (H2) subjects. U (ungraded) and S (Sub pass) are fail grades with a notional value of 0. The notional value of a Higher 1 (H1) subject is half of that assigned to a Higher 2 (H2) subject, where A = 2.5, B = 2, C = 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5. Higher 3 (H3) subjects are not included in the calculation of the aggregate.

Successful completion of Sec 4 (Express); OR GCE O-levels passes in 3 subjects with a minimum E grade OR GCE N levels with aggregate points of no more than 14 (based on best 3 academic subjects) and no more than 3 in English Syllabus A OR Successful completion of National ITE Certificate (Nitec) with a GPA of between 1 and 2 OR Higher National ITE Certificate (Higher Nitec) with a GPA of less than 1.

Slovakia Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with maximum grade average of 4.0. Ranks on the

Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with maximum grade average of 4.1. Ranks on the

Czech Republic and Slovakian Maturita with grade average of 4.2 or lower. Ranks on the

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Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5.

Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5.

Maturita are calculated on the basis of Excellent = 1, Very Good = 2, Good = 3, Poor = 4, Fail = 5.

Slovenia Slovenian Matura or Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 16 in maximum five subjects.

Slovenian Matura or Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 13 in maximum five subjects.

Completion of third year of Gimnazija (upper secondary) with minimum average of 2.0 on a 5 point-scale OR Slovenian Matura or Secondary School Leaving Certificate with minimum aggregate score of 11 in maximum five subjects.

South Africa South African National Senior Certificate (2008 and onwards) with minimum average score of 53 of best 4 subjects (excluding Life Orientation) and eligible for admission to higher education (Bachelor degree, Diploma of Higher Certificate) in South Africa.

South African National Senior Certificate (2008 and onwards) with minimum average score of 51 of best 4 subjects (excluding Life Orientation).

South African National Senior Certificate (2008 and onwards) with minimum average score of 50 of best 4 subjects (excluding Life Orientation). OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall average of 70%

Spain Spanish Titulo de Bachillerato with a de Acceso a La Universidad (2010 and onwards) with ACCESS score of 7.0. Calculated as follows: (Bachillerato mark x 0.6) + (PAU x 0.4).

Spanish Titulo de Bachillerato with a de Acceso a La Universidad (2010 and onwards) with ACCESS score of 6.6. Calculated as follows: (Bachillerato mark x 0.6) + (PAU x 0.4).

Spanish Titulo de Bachillerato with minimum overall grade average of 6.0 on 10-point scale OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum overall grade average of 7.0 on 10-point scale.

Sri Lanka Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education A Level with minimum aggregate score 7 in best three advanced level subjects excluding General English or the Common General Test. Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S =1.

Must be on one sitting.

Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education A Level with minimum aggregate score 3 for Tertiary Preparation Program (Health Science) with no fail and minimum aggregate score 6 for all other Diplomas in best three advanced level subjects excluding General English or the Common General Test. Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S = 1.

Must be on one sitting.

Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education A Level with minimum aggregate score of 3 in three advanced level subjects excluding General English or the Common General Test. Applicants must not have any fail grade. Aggregate to be calculated on the basis that A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S = 1.

Must be on one sitting.

Sudan Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 74%.

Senior Secondary School Certificate with minimum grade average of 72%.

Sweden Swedish Secondary School Certificate (2014 and onwards) with minimum grade average of 12. Grades based on: A = 20, B = 17.5, C = 15, D = 12.5, E = 10, F = 0.

Swedish Secondary School Certificate (2014 and onwards) with minimum grade average of 10.9. Grades based on: A = 20, B = 17.5, C = 15, D = 12.5, E = 10, F = 0.

Swedish Secondary School Certificate (2014 and onwards) with minimum grade average of 10. Grades based on: A = 20, B = 17.5, C = 15, D = 12.5, E = 10, F = 0 OR Gymnasieskola (Senior Secondary School) - Year 11 with minimum

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grade average of 12. Grades based on: A = 20, B = 17.5, C = 15, D = 12.5, E = 10, F = 0.

Switzerland Swiss Cantonal Maturity Certificate or Cantonal Commercial Maturity Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.8 on 6-point scale OR Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate (2012 and onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 44.

Swiss Cantonal Maturity Certificate or Cantonal Commercial Maturity Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.5 on 6-point scale OR Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate (2012 and onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 42.

Swiss Cantonal Maturity Certificate or Cantonal Commercial Maturity Certificate with minimum grade average of 2.4 on 6-point scale OR Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate (2012 and onwards) with minimum aggregate score of 35. OR Senior Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum grade average of 4.5 on 6-point scale.

Syria Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Al Shahada al thanawiya or Baccalauréat or Technical Baccalauréat with minimum overall grade average of 80%.

Al Shahada al thanawiya or Baccalauréat or Technical Baccalauréat with minimum overall grade average of 75%.

Taiwan Taiwanese General Scholastic Aptitude Test (GSAT) with minimum aggregate score of 50 in five subjects. GSAT Score is calculated from results for Chinese, English, Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences; OR Senior High School Leaving Certificate with minimum average mark of 75% in final year results.

Taiwanese General Scholastic Aptitude Test (GSAT) with minimum aggregate score of 41. GSAT Score is calculated from results for Chinese, English, Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences OR Senior High School Leaving Certificate or Senior Vocational School Leaving Certificate with minimum average mark of 65% in final year results.

Taiwanese General Scholastic Aptitude Test (GSAT) with minimum aggregate score of 28 in the best 4 subjects. OR Senior High School Leaving Certificate or Senior Vocational School Leaving Certificate with minimum grade average of 55% in final year results OR Senior High School or Senior Vocational School- Year 11 with minimum grade average of 60%.

Tanzania Tanzanian Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 9 for two subjects, 11 for three subjects and 13 for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

Tanzanian Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education- A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 7 for two subjects, 9 for three subjects and 11 for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

Tanzanian Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 5 for two subjects, 7 for three subjects and 9 for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

Thailand Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 2.5 on 4-point scale. Grades are calculated A= 4, B = 3, C= 2, D = 1, F = 0.

Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 1.6 on 4-point scale. Grades are calculated A= 4, B = 3, C= 2, D = 1, F = 0.

Thailand Certificate of Secondary Education with minimum grade average of 1.5 on 4-point scale. Grades are calculated A= 4, B = 3, C= 2, D = 1, F = 0 OR Matayom 5 with minimum grade average of 2.5 on 4-point scale.

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Tonga Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with maximum overall grade average of 5.

Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with maximum overall grade average of 6.

Turkey Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Devlet Lise Diplomasi (State High School Diploma) or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi (Private High School Diploma) with minimum grade average of 5.0 on 10-point scale.

Devlet Lise Diplomasi (State High School Diploma) or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi (Private High School Diploma) with minimum grade average of 4.0 on 10-point scale.

Uganda Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 9 for two subjects, 11 for three subjects and 13 for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 8 (7) for two subjects, 10 (9) for three subjects and 12 (11) for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The scores required are 5 for two subjects, 7 for three subjects and 9 for four or more subjects. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

United Arab Emirates

Successful completion of a recognised pre- tertiary or foundation program OR Successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School Studies.

Secondary School Certificate with overall minimum grade average of 80%.

Secondary School Certificate with overall minimum grade average of 70%.

United Kingdom

Refer to GCE ‘A’ Levels. Refer to GCE A level. Refer to GCE A level, GCSE/IGCE 'O' level.

United States of America

High School Diploma with minimum total score of 1370 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores (2015 and earlier);High School Diploma with minimum total score of 1040 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores (2016 onwards); OR Enhanced ACT Assessment with minimum Composite Score of 19.

High School Diploma with minimum total score of 1210 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores (2015 and earlier); High School Diploma with minimum total score of 970 for SAT I Critical Reading, SAT I: Mathematical and SAT I: Writing test scores (2016 onwards); Enhanced ACT Assessment with minimum Composite Score of 17; OR

High School Diploma with an overall grade point average of 2.0 on a 4 scale (where 2 = pass) OR High School - Year 11 with minimum grade average of 2.5 on a 4-point scale.

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High School Diploma with minimum grade average of 2.5 on a 4-point scale.

Vietnam Upper Secondary Education Graduation Diploma (Bang Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong) with minimum grade average of 7.5 in final year results from Gifted High School, or 8.0 from General High Schools for undergraduate programs in Allied Health, Global Studies, Initial Teacher education, Law and Psychology; OR Upper Secondary Education Graduation Diploma (Bang Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong) with minimum grade average of 7.0 in final year results from Gifted High School, or 7.5 from General High School for all other undergraduate programs not specified above.

Upper Secondary Education Graduation Diploma (Bang Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong) with minimum grade average of 6.0 in final year results.

Upper Secondary Education Graduation Diploma (Bang Tot nghiep Trung hoc Pho thong) with minimum grade average of 5.5 in final year results OR Upper Secondary School - Year 11 with minimum grade average of 6.0.

Zambia Refer to GCE ‘A’ Levels. Refer to GCE A levels. Refer to GCE A levels.

Zimbabwe ZIMSEC General Certificate of Education Advanced Level - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The minimum aggregate score required is 10. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

ZIMSEC General Certificate of Education Advanced Level - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The minimum aggregate score required is 8. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

ZIMSEC General Certificate of Education Advanced Level - A minimum score will be calculated based on the number of subjects completed in the same academic year. The minimum aggregate score required is 5. Ranks are calculated on the basis that at the Advanced Level A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1 and must include results in Advanced (A2) or Principal Level only.

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