Stevenson College Edinburgh welcomes over 1000 international students every year from countries all over the world. Students from Nigeria who have finished their WAEC, usually have to complete a foundation programme for entry into a UK university. Therefore, the general foundation programmes at SCE are very popular amongst Nigerian students since they can lead to any UK university.
Student Spotlight – Quinet Okeke, International Foundation Programme, Nigeria
"I am studying a range of science based subjects on the University Foundation Programme, which I started in September. This is my second year at Stevenson, before coming onto Foundation, I was studying an Access to Computing course. I have found the lecturers at the College to be helpful and approachable. There are staff from all over the UK teaching at the College who bring different experiences to the programme. When I finish my foundation programme, I hope to go to the Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen to study pharmacy."
How do I travel from Nigeria to Edinburgh?
It is easy to travel to Edinburgh from Nigeria. You can fly from Lagos, Kano or Abuja via many international hubs, for example Amsterdam (KLM) or London (British Airways, Lagos and Abuja only) and onto Edinburgh in approximately one hour. An airport pick up service is available when you arrive.
Entrance Requirements
The entry requirements will vary according to course, however for most courses you will have to have completed your WAEC senior certificate exams in related subjects. The International Centre will be able to advise you on the exact entry requirements for each subject. If you have been schooled in English, IELTS may not a requirement, although it may assist with the successful processing of your visa.
*It should be noted that for visa purposes, applicants from Nigeria are normally advised to make a £2000 deposit towards the cost of tuition fees upon receipt of their conditional offer letter.
| SCE Course | Entry Requirement |
|---|---|
| International Foundation Programmes | Grades 1 - 6 in the WAEC Senior School Certificate or NTC/NCC. IELTS score of at least 5.5 / TOEFL / PTE, or international equivalent. |
| HNC/D Programmes | Varies depending on subject, however as a general guide applicants are usually required to have completed some additional years of study following the WAEC Senior School Certificate or NTC/NCC. The International Centre can provide more specific information. IELTS score of 5.5 / TOEFL / PTE, or international equivalent. Applications without IELTS may be considered, although IELTS may subsequently be requested. |
| English Language Programmes | Various programmes for all levels of English. We assess your level of English and place you on a suitable programme. |
Local Representatives in Nigeria
All applicants from Nigeria are advised to contact our official representative, United Education Consultants to assist with the application processing to SCE.
United Education Consultants
No. 254A Ikorodu Crescent
Dolphin Estate
Ikoyi
Lagos
Email: feliciaokafor@rocketmail.com
Tel: + 234 1 72 35945, + 802 3128330, + 704 0107876, + 234 1 7618408, + 805 6908732
Events in Nigeria
June 2008 - Visit to UEC offices in Lagos
February 2008 - Attendance at the Education UK exhibitions in Lagos.
November 2007 - Attendance at the Education UK exhibitions in Lagos.
June 2006 - Visit to representatives in Lagos.