A minimum of a 2-1 first degree in a relevant discipline subject area with a minimum 60 percent mark in the project element or equivalent with a minimum 60 percent overall module average. In the event of a first degree classification of less than 2-1 a Masters Degree in a relevant subject area will be considered as an equivalent. The Masters must have been attained with minimum overall marks at merit level 60 percent In addition the dissertation or equivalent element in the Masters must also have been attained with a minimum mark of merit level 60 percent. Or higher where stipulated against a specific opportunity. At the point of application international applicants are required to demonstrate their English language proficiency through the attainment of or booking of an approved English language test The tests accepted for admission to a research degree at Coventry University are. IELTS Academic IELTS for UKVI Academic demonstrating an overall score of 7.0 or above with a minimum of 6.5 in each of the four sections. TOEFL iBT TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition Online demonstrating an overall score of 95 or higher with no section below 21.