Prove your knowledge of English for citizenship and settling
If your degree was taught or researched in English
You can prove your knowledge of English by having a degree that was taught or researched in English.
Your degree must be academic. You cannot use a vocational degree as proof. If you鈥檙e not sure whether your degree is academic or vocational, contact your university.
If your degree is from a UK university, you only need your degree certificate.
If your degree is not from a UK university you鈥檒l need:
- a copy of your degree certificate
- (formerly UK NARIC) confirming the degree is equivalent to a UK qualification.
If your degree is from a non-majority English-speaking country you鈥檒l also need confirming the degree was taught in English.
If you鈥檝e lost your certificate or you鈥檙e waiting for graduation
You must have proof that you鈥檝e passed your degree. This can be either:
- an official transcript with your name, the name of the institution, your degree and confirmation of the award
- an official letter from your university confirming it cannot reissue your certificate or when it will be issued
Your letter must include:
- your name
- your degree
- the date the degree was or will be awarded