We have a large community of international students here at Solent University and understand that the process of relocating to a new country can be challenging. Students coming from Barbados can find a range of advice about obtaining a visa and studying in the UK right here on the Solent website.
For more specific advice about coming from Barbados to study, please see the information below. Alternatively, you can contact the British Council's Caribbean offices or our own international advice team.
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Entry requirements
As a general guide, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British high school A-levels. A portfolio is also required for most of our art and design courses.
Students should hold either:
- Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
- Associate Degree, or
- GCE A-levels.
For postgraduate courses, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British bachelor's degree, such as:
- Bachelor's degree (from the University of the West Indies).
Visa information
As a Barbadian national, you will need to apply for a visa to come and study in the UK. When you have met all the conditions of entry for a full-time course at Solent University (including payment of deposit and course acceptance), you will be sent a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS) number. You will need this document to apply for a student visa.
You should make your application for a visa at the local visa application centre.
Speak with an official representative
Our International Recruitment Officers are available to answer any queries you may have about direct application to study at Solent University. The course application process is straight forward, and most students find it easy to apply directly.
If you have a question for our team, simply fill in the form below:
