Welcome to students from Sri Lanka
Just one hour from Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool, and 1.5 hours from London, Keele is located in the heart of England on a 600-acre campus that was voted as one of the most beautiful in the UK. Keele was founded in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, and is world-renowned for the breadth of its teaching and research.
Everything is on your doorstep at Keele. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is self-contained with student accommodation, teaching buildings, restaurants and cafés, a sports centre, and medical centre all within easy reach.
We deliver a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching as highly as our cutting-edge research.
Facts and figures
No.1 in the UK Britain's best university, as ranked by students Student Crowd University Awards, 2022
4th in England for Medicine (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 250 for Law (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Geography and Environmental Studies (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Top 20 in the UK for Nursing and Midwifery (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Global Top 300 for Education (Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings, 2023)
Top 20 in the UK for Health Professions (Guardian University League Table, 2022)
Meet us in the UK
Representatives in your country
You may wish to speak with one of our authorised agents who represent Keele in your country. They can provide you with additional information, support you through the application and visa process and liaise with the University on your behalf.
Colombo
AECC Global
Elegance
31 Queen's Road
Colombo-03, Western Province
00300
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 70 612 5475
Email: info.srilanka@aeccglobal.com
Web: www.aeccglobal.com
AH&Z Associates Ltd
No 47A Daham Mawatha Maharagama
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 76 217 4000
Email: srilanka@ahzassociates.co.uk
Web: ahzassociates.co.uk
Hoque Consultancy
01-34Y, First Floor,
Liberty Plaza
R.A. De Mel Mawatha
Colombo 03
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 117 367 264
Email: info@hclimited.org.uk
Web: www.hclimited.org.uk
IDP
4th Floor, Serendib Tower 324
Galle Road, Colombo 3
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 11 771 1888
Email: kavindya.bodaragama@idp.com
Web: www.idp.com/srilanka
KC Overseas Canada Inc trading as KC Overseas Education
Home tree co-working
16 Station Road, Bambalapitiya
Colombo 4
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 76 833 1333
Email: colombo@kcoverseas.com
Web: www.studies-overseas.com
Study Atlas Limited
Lotus Building - 2nd Floor, 275 Nawala Road
Nawala
Colombo 11222
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 11 271 0077
Email: info@studyatlas.com
Web: www.studyatlas.com
SI-UK
517-2/1, Second Floor, Mayfair House
Galle Road
Colombo 3, 00400
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 740434321
Email: colombo@studyin-uk.com
Web: www.studyin-uk.lk
Jaffna
SI-UK
No. 85, 2nd Cross Street
Main Street, Sri Lanka
Jaffna
Sri Lanka
Phone: +94 7712 15879
Email: jaffna@studyin-uk.com
Web: www.studyin-uk.lk
| Date | Location | Event | Time | Name of Representative | Contact information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Wednesday 6th March 2024 |
No 320, Galle Road Colombo 03 |
AECC Admissions Day (Sri Lanka) |
11:00 am to 4:00 pm |
Alice Atkey |
a.atkey@keele.ac.uk |
|
Saturday 9th March 2024 |
Taj Samudra Hotel |
IDP Sri Lanka - UK Education Fair 2024 |
11:00am to 5:00pm |
Alice Atkey |
a.atkey@keele.ac.uk |
|
Sunday 10th March 2024 |
TBC |
SI-UK Sri Lanka University Fair |
10:00am to 5:00pm |
Alice Atkey |
a.atkey@keele.ac.uk |
In order to speak to agents, your personal data and information relevant to your application will be shared between the agent and the University for the purposes of assessing you for admission. The agent you choose to work with will be copied in to all communications relevant to your application until you enrol at the University after which time they will only be included in emails to you with your express written permission.
Like the University, local representatives are data controllers in their own right but are expected to abide by the University's Code of Good Conduct which includes the safe handling of personal data. Should you have any concerns regarding the services provided, please contact the International Office at international@keele.ac.uk.
Full details of how the University handles your personal data can be found at keele.ac.uk/informationgovernance/informationgovernanceforthepublic.
Entry requirements
Have a question about our international entry requirements? Email us at international@keele.ac.uk.
The actual grades you require in particular subjects will vary according to the degree course you wish to study. You will also require an English language qualification.
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into Year 1 of our undergraduate (bachelor) degree courses you can apply for a place on our Foundation Year. Information regarding A levels, BTEC, International Baccalaureate qualifications and subject-specific requirements can be found on our course pages.
We need to make sure that your level of English is good enough for you to study at Keele University. Click here to view a list of the English Language qualifications we accept. For UK students, we normally ask for a minimum of a grade 4/C in GCSE English Language. For EU and International students, we accept qualifications from several countries, as well as a range of international qualifications and tests.
| Foundation | Undergraduate Year 1 | Undergraduate Year 1 English Requirements |
| Our International Foundation Year is delivered on the Keele campus through Keele University International College. Please see the KUIC website for academic entry requirements. | Please see A level requirements for UK students. |
Sri Lankan O Level grade A/Distinction for UG only. IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each subtest. |
| Postgraduate 2.2 | Postgraduate 2.1 | Postgraduate Courses English Requirements |
| Special Bachelor degree with Lower Second (55% or above). | Special Bachelor degree with Upper Second (60% or above). | IELTS or equivalent required - check the requirement for your chosen course. IELTS not required if study has taken place within the past two calendar years in Sri Lanka for a degree awarded by a UK university. Further information can also be found on the English Language page. |
Funding and scholarships
We’re committed to rewarding excellence and potential and offer several scholarships for international students. Students may be automatically considered for some awards, with no extra application necessary. Please see our international fees and funding web pages for further details, including the eligibility criteria for each scholarship.
Our Undergraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £5000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine, veterinary medicine, foundation year and online programmes). Discover more undergraduate scholarships.
Our Postgraduate Global Scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, and offer up to £6000 tuition fee discount across a wide range of subject areas (excluding medicine and online programmes). Discover more postgraduate scholarships.
Careers and alumni
Keele has been welcoming students from Sri Lanka to study with us for many years, and we are proud of the success our graduates have achieved in a wide range of occupations in government and industry.
Keele graduates are globally sought after and work in some of the world’s most prestigious organisations, from international governments to the World Bank, and in corporations from Apple to Volkswagen.
"Studying MSc Computer Science at Keele University has been an incredibly rewarding journey, made even more fulfilling by being honoured with the Vice Chancellor's Scholarship (2024). The academic support I received here, both from faculty and through dedicated international student services, has made my transition as an international student seamless. Keele's commitment to nurturing talent extends beyond the classroom, enriching my university experience and broadening my horizons. As a Student Ambassador, I've had the privilege to represent Keele, guiding prospective students and sharing my positive experiences. Through this role and the friendships I've made, I've felt a strong sense of belonging within the Keele community. Beyond academics, Keele has offered me a platform to grow personally and professionally, preparing me for the global tech industry. My time here has been defined by support, friendship, and invaluable experiences, making Keele University my home away from home."
Life at Keele and societies
Keele offers a friendly and supportive environment for international students, with regular gatherings and events that help new students to settle in.
Keele delivers a unique and international learning experience. We teach in small groups, provide one-to-one access to our academics, and value the quality of our teaching. We were awarded the ‘Gold Award’ in the first teaching excellence framework - the highest rating.
We guarantee accommodation on campus for all September start international students who apply by 30 June, with the option to live on campus for the full duration of your course. Our accommodation is clean and secure, with staff available 24 hours a day to offer support and advice.
There is a regular, direct bus service to the nearest town of Newcastle-under-Lyme which takes just 15 minutes. Here you will find cinemas, restaurants, music venues and a range of shops and supermarkets.
There is also a direct bus from campus to the bigger city of Stoke-on-Trent where you can take a train to London (90 minutes), Birmingham (45 minutes) and Manchester (35 minutes).
Our friendly Student Services Team give practical academic advice and also look after the welfare of our students. All students are assigned a Personal Tutor who will support and guide them through their studies at Keele.