Applicants should demonstrate the following:

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.

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)