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  "scrapedEntryRequirements": "Entry requirementsAll candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.Home / UK studentsEU / International studentsAlternative qualificationsQualificationMResDegree2:1 (or international equivalent) in an arts, humanities or social science subjectQualificationMResDegree2:1 (or international equivalent) in an arts, humanities or social science subjectInternational and EU equivalentsWe accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.For information on entry requirements from your country, see our country pages.IELTS7.0 (no less than 6.5 in each element)English language requirements As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications.This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English.Meeting our English language requirementsIf you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a presessional English course. P"
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