What are the entrance requirements?
To be eligible for admission, applicants should normally hold a recognised Bachelor’s degree and preferably a recognised teacher’s qualification, or equivalent. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview/test. Applicants whose entrance qualification is obtained from an institution in a non-English speaking system should normally fulfil one of the following minimum English proficiency requirements: a) IELTS 7.0 with subtest no lower than 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 580 (237 in computer-based test) for TESOL and English Language Education specialisation; b) IELTS 6.5 with subtest no lower than 5.5 or a TOEFL score of 550 (213 in computer-based test) for other specialisations; or c) Band 6 in the Chinese Mainland’s College English Test; or d) Other equivalent qualifications.
Entry Criteria For students with an English speaking background we are looking for a good undergraduate degree equivalent to a 2.1 or better in a business related programme. There is some flexibility with regard to acceptable degrees and we will tend to accept people who have majored in a subject not normally associated with Business but who have carried a business or organisational subjects as a minor. In addition to this we will take into account work experience so if a student has a good degree meeting the above broad criteria but not in a business related field and has two or more year’s organisational experience we will seriously consider their application. Qualification Level Business experience will carry weight in the evaluation of applications. Applications should include references for the business related experience. We would normally expect the first degree to be at 2.1 honours or better. Acceptable grades according to the US system would be B+ or better. We do not require
You must have a high school degree and show a capacity for college-level education including a good understanding of the English language and solid writing skills. You must remain calm under pressure, be willing to accept the authority of your trainers, commit to conveying a difference of opinion in a respectful manner, and be willing to work as a positive team player. All applicants must submit an application along with a one-page handwritten essay, as well as have an oral interview (which can be done by phone) with the program manager. Non-native speakers need a minimum TOEFL score of 550 for the written test or 213 for the computerized version, or an IELTS Band 6.0 or higher. Non- native speakers must also have a second interview to ensure their listening/speaking skills are adequate to take the course and to teach English. All participants must show a willingness to plan and teach in groups and to work reflectively.
While schools of public health look for high graduate entrance exam scores and GPA, other aspects of an applicant’s record, such as a career achievement, professional experience, and clarity of career goals also are equally important. Admissions decisions are based on an overall assessment of the ability of the applicants to successfully complete the degree track area selected. Each program or track within a given department may set additional requirements for admission, therefore, applicants should refer to the individual programs for details.
