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If you're thinking of studying with us at London South Bank University (LSBU), our entry requirements, scholarships and details of how to apply are laid out below to help you with your application.
Entry requirements
We accept a range of English language qualifications (PDF File 86 KB). Please contact the international office for further details.
Foundation entry:
- Indian Standard XII: average of 50-55%
- International Baccalaureate Certificate
Undergraduate entry:
- Indian Standard XII: minimum average of 55-65% or higher (depending on exam board and LSBU course applied for)
- 3 passes at GCE A Level (required grades dependant on LSBU course applied for)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
- Accredited UK Foundation programme: minimum 55-60% or higher
- Accredited Polytechnic/College Diploma (2 - 3 years duration) 58% or higher
Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects at Standard XII/A Level/IB etc. See individual course entry requirements for details.
Postgraduate entry:
- Honours Degree from a prestigious Indian university: 53-55% or higher
- Honours Degree from a recognised Indian university: 55% or higher
- Honours Degree from a recognised international university: equivalent to a UK Bachelor's Degree Second Class Honours or higher
Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects for the first degree. A small number of LSBU courses also require relevant work experience. See individual course entry requirements for details.
Research entry
Please see the Research section of the LSBU Website for information about research degree applications and entry requirements.
English Language:
In addition to the standard LSBU English language requirements, we also accept the following from Indian students applying for Bachelor's Degree or Taught Master's level entry:
Additional English language qualifications
Qualification | Bachelor Degree entry | Postgraduate entry |
Indian Standard XII English - ICSE, CBSE and Maharashtra exam boards | Students with high grades in English at Standard XIIth will be considered (please contact us for details) | Students with high grades in English at Standard XIIth will be considered (please contact us for details) |
Indian Standard XII English – all other State Exam Boards | Students with high grades in English at Standard XIIth will be considered (please contact us for details) | Students with high grades in English at Standard XIIth will be considered (please contact us for details) |
How to apply
The process to apply for a course varies to whether you study as an undergraduate or postgraduate student. You should also find out how to apply for any available scholarships.
LSBU in India
A number of academic and International Office staff will be visiting India this year. They will be available to discuss all aspects of the University and assist with admissions. For details of events in India, see what's on at LSBU.
Meet our team in India
Sonam Aggarwal
Head of Recruitment for: South Asia
Email: sonam.aggarwal@lsbu.ac.uk
Harish Chander
Country Manager for: South Asia
Email: harish.chander@lsbu.ac.uk
Nida Syed
Regional Coordinator for: South Asia
Email: nida.syed@lsbu.ac.uk
Lavanya Matturthi
Regional Manager for: India
Email: lavanya.matturthi@lsbu.ac.uk
Contacting LSBU
If you are visiting one of our campuses, please see our maps and travel page for directions and interactive maps. To get in touch with the university, please see the contact details below. If you don’t see a relevant contact address for your enquiry, please contact our switchboard.
| University Switchboard | Contact our general university switchboard on +44 (0)20 7815 7815. |
| Prospective (future) students – Home and International | If you are an international student, to ensure you are receiving the most up to date information, please contact our dedicated international team using the contact details below. If you are an agent or international student seeking specialist advice about higher education in the UK, contact our team on global@lsbu.ac.uk or call +44 (0)20 7123 4842 for support. Visit our Study Hub to schedule one-to-one consultations, sign up for guided campus tours, book onto Open Days at LSBU. Did you know that you could chat with LSBU students? Find out more about life and study directly from our students! If you are interested in joining LSBU or wish to speak to an advisor about one of our courses, submit your enquiry here. You can also contact us on live chat or call us on weekdays on +44 (0)20 7815 7500. |
| Applicants and offer-holders | Contact our Admissions team for support with applicant related enquiries or interviews. Alternatively, please call us on +44 (0)20 7815 6100 and choose option 3, or start a live chat with us for assistance. |
| Applicants with enrolment questions | Contact our Enrolment team for support with enrolment related enquiries. Alternatively, please call us on +44 (0)20 7815 6161 (between 10am to 5pm, Monday to Friday), or contact us by live chat. |
| Current Students | If you are a current LSBU student and wish to speak to Student Support, please call +44 (0)20 7815 6454. |
| Alumni | If you would like to contact the alumni team, please email alumni@lsbu.ac.uk or visit our website for more information: https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/about-us/alumni For copies of transcripts or degree certificates, please email formerstudents@lsbu.ac.uk, unless you are an HSC alumnus. For HSC transcripts, please email hsctranscripts@lsbu.ac.uk. For academic references, please email references@lsbu.ac.uk If you are a former student, you can sign up for an alumni account via LSBU Alumni - Login or Register, where you can keep your contact details up to date, sign up to receive our regular alumni communications and access exclusive alumni benefits. |
| LSBU Employment | LSBU Employment is available for all current students and recent graduates to access. Employers can post vacancies to the job board without charge. If you'd like to discuss any aspect of our Employability services you can contact employability@lsbu.ac.uk |
| Media Enquiries | If you are a journalist, please contact our Media Team with your enquiry: press@lsbu.ac.uk or 07583 075 111. |
| Data Protection | Contact our Data Protection Team on dpa@lsbu.ac.uk if you have any questions or concerns about how we use your personal data or to submit any data requests. The Team deal with queries from students, applicants, prospective students, alumni and anyone else who uses our website. More information about LSBU and Data Protection can be found in our Data Protection Policy. |
| Freedom of Information | Submit Freedom of Information (FOI) requests through our team on foi@lsbu.ac.uk |
| Company information and Legal documents | LSBU is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales. It is an exempt charity within the meaning of the Charities Act applying in England and Wales and its principal regulator is the Office for Students. The following details apply to it: Legal Name: London South Bank University Service of documents (not for use for application or alumni queries) |
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