A track record of high academic achievement, demonstrated by a good undergraduate degree with at least a second class (upper division) pass or equivalent
Good research methodological skills as demonstrated through relevant research experience and/or a good Masters level degree with at least a pass with merit (or equivalent)
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral (see also the section on English language Requirements)
Excellent planning and time-management skills.
English requirements
For students whose first language is not English, the following qualifications will meet the English language requirement for entry to a postgraduate course of study:
A first degree from a UK university or from the CNAA.
A first degree from an overseas institution recognised by City as providing adequate evidence of proficiency in the English language, for example, from institutions in Australia, Canada or the USA.
GCE O-level/GCSE English language or English literature, grade C minimum.

An overall score of 7 in the English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 7.0 in writing.
Satisfactory standard in the verbal section of the Princeton Test (GMAT).
US SAT with 500 in verbal performance.
Warwick English Language Test (WELT) with pass grades of BBC minimum.
Other evidence of proficiency in the English language which satisfies the Board of Studies concerned.