Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees
Standard international tuition fees apply for most of our courses but there are some that may vary. For more details on standard and non-standard fees visit our undergraduate fee and postgraduate fee pages.
You can also check your chosen course page to see if a non-standard fee applies to your course. Find the course page by searching our undergraduate course and postgraduate course listings.
Scholarships
The Royal Agricultural University offers a number of scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across a range of subject areas. In addition to this, a number of external organisations grant awards which may be of interest to RAU applicants.
Please click for details of the funding opportunities available to international undergraduate students.
Please click for details of the funding opportunities available to international postgraduate students.
Entry Requirements
International Foundation Year
We run an International Foundation Year programme in partnership with our partner, INTO London World education Centre based in London.
To enquire about the programme please get in touch with our admissions team: admissions@rau.ac.uk.
Undergraduate Degrees (Bachelors)
All applicants must have Grade 11 Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) Maths & English pass & one of the following Canadian qualifications to meet the min. entry requirements:
Alberta and Northwest Territories
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 55% in five grade 12 subjects |
British Columbia & Yukon
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.C. Certificate of Graduation or "Dogwood Diploma" | 67% in five grade 12 subjects | 67% in five grade 12 subjects | 62% in five grade 12 subjects | 57% in five grade 12 subjects |
Manitoba
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Diploma | 65% in four subjects and 5 credits at 300 level | 65% in four subjects and 5 credits at 300 level | 60% in four subjects and 5 credits at 300 level | 55% in four subjects and 5 credits at 300 level |
New Brunswick
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Graduation Diploma | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 55% in five grade 12 subjects |
Newfoundland & Labrador
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Graduation Diploma | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 55% in five grade 12 subjects |
Nova Scotia
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Completion Certificate | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 55% in five grade 12 subjects |
Ontario
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School Diploma (OSSD, Canada) | 65% in 6 grade 12U, U/C or M courses | 60% in 6 grade 12U, U/C or M courses | 60% in 6 grade 12U, U/C or M courses | 55% in 6 grade 12U, U/C or M courses |
Prince Edward Island
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School Graduation Diploma | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects |
Quebec-Diplôme d’Études Collégiales (DEC)
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (DEC) awarded after 2 years of study | DEC) awarded after 2 years of study | DEC) awarded after 2 years of study | DEC) awarded after 2 years of study | DEC) awarded after 2 years of study |
Saskatchewan
| Type of qualification | BCC | CCC | CCD | CD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record of Secondary Level Standing | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 65% in five grade 12 subjects | 60% in five grade 12 subjects | 55% in five grade 12 subjects |
Postgraduate Taught Degrees
For courses that require Bachelor Honours degree 2:1 or higher
- Min 73%, B, GPA 3.1/4.0, 8/12 (4 year degrees)
- Min. 80%, B+, 3.3/4.0, 10/12 ( 3 year degrees)
For courses that require Bachelor Honours degree 2:2
- Min. 62%, GPA 2.5/4.0, 6/12 (4 year degrees)
- Min. 73%, GPA 2.9/4.0, 8/12 (3 year degrees)
Canadian nationals who have completed a bachelor degree meet the English language requirements.
Postgraduate Research Degrees
- Honours degree at Upper Second Class or higher
- Canadian nationals who have completed a bachelor degree meet the English language requirements
Mature candidates with significant relevant work experience and lower academic qualifications may also be considered for entry, following personal interview with the Director of Research.
GDA
Canadian nationals who have completed a bachelor degree meet the English language requirements.
UK Visas and immigration
International students would normally require a visa for studying in the UK. For further information and guidance visit:
Preparing for your studies in the UK
- English language test information
- The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)
- To assess and compare your current qualifications, UK ENIC
- #We Are International - Support for International Students applying to study in the UK
- Prepare for Success
Applying to the RAU
Undergraduate
All students intending to study an undergraduate degree in the UK are required to apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). To learn more about UCAS, application deadlines and the support we provide to help you make your application see:
Postgraduate
You can apply for postgraduate taught and research programmes directly to us via our online application form. These forms can be found on the relevant postgraduate course pages:
Representatives
Meet us
Our international team regularly travels to countries around the world, attending conventions and fairs and visiting schools and colleges. For further information and to view upcoming trips, visit our international events page.
Representatives in your country
We work with a small number of approved international representatives who can help you apply and enrol on your chosen programme. Please email us if you would like to contact a country representative: international@rau.ac.uk