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Find out about applying to Escape Studios - 艺斯凯普游戏与动画学院 - as an international student from China.

Access information on academic entry requirements, English language requirements and further information specific to your country.

Kickstart your creative career with Escape Studios - 艺斯凯普游戏与动画学院. Approved and endorsed internationally as a Rookies and Toon Boom Harmony certified school, we offer a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and short courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the creative industries.

This page will provide you with all the information you’ll need to know about applying to Escape Studios from China.

Any questions? Get in touch with our friendly team of Applicant Advisors.

艺斯凯普 - Our Chinese Identity

We are proud to announce 艺斯凯普游戏与动画学院 as our new official Chinese name and brand identity.

The name combines 艺斯凯普, a phonetic transliteration of "Escape" that incorporates the character 艺 (art), with 游戏与动画学院, describing our focus on Games and Animation. Through this new identity, we are bringing Escape Studios closer to our Chinese students.

Brochure titled "Escape Studios International Student Guide 2027/28," showcasing courses and accolades with a vibrant mechanical background.

国阮学生指南 - Guide in Mandarin

Our International Student Guide is now available in 中文 - Mandarin!

Check it out for all the latest information on applying to Escape Studios as a student from China.

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APPLYING FROM CHINA

How to apply

Undergraduate

International undergraduate applications can be submitted through our applicant portal (which can be found on the individual course pages).

You may also apply through UCAS.

If your application is accepted, you will receive an email asking you to submit a creative portfolio of work. Check out our creative portfolio guide for guidance on what we expect to see.

Postgraduate

Postgraduate applications are submitted directly to Escape Studios using our online application form, which can be found on the course pages.

If your application is accepted, you will receive an email asking you to submit a creative portfolio of work. Check out our creative portfolio guide for guidance on what we expect to see

Securing your student visa

International students who require a visa to study in the UK should ensure they have sufficient time to apply and obtain a student visa ahead of the course start date. Typically, we recommend allowing at least two months for this process.

For more detail on applying for a student visa, please see the 'Visa Advice' section on our International Hub.

Academic entry requirements

Undergraduate entry requirements

If you're applying for an undergraduate degree, you will need to meet the following criteria:

Chinese students who have completed three years of High School should achieve overall grade of 80% or above. Graduation certificate and transcript is required when submitting your application.
Students who have completed the first year of four-year university degree should achieve overall 70% or above.
Students who have completed their 3-Year College Diploma should achieve overall grade of 70% or above.
Students who have completed the China International Foundation programme should achieve Pass or average grade of 75% or above.

Undergraduate applicants will also need to submit an undergraduate portfolio.

Postgraduate entry requirements

If you're applying for a postgraduate degree, you will need to meet the following criteria:

Students who have completed four-year undergraduate study should achieve an overall grade of 70%. Grading system transcript and a copy of your degree certificate are required when submitting your application.
Students who successfully completed five-year College Diploma/Undergraduate Graduation Certificate of Adult/Self-Taught Education with overall grade of 75%, plus minimum three years of relevant work experience is required.
Students who completed China Pre-Master should achieve Pass or an overall grade of 75%.
Students who completed a two-year top-up programme (3+2) should achieve overall 75% or above. Please note you will need to submit your degree certificate, transcript and grading system along with the application form.

Postgraduate applicants will need a good undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (or significant professional experience) and a postgraduate portfolio.

Short courses

We welcome and encourage applications from students with a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Our short course entry requirements are as follows:

Be over 18
Have a good understanding of written and spoken English
Feel comfortable using a computer.

If you have specific questions about your qualifications or would like to discuss your circumstances, please contact admissions@escapestudios.ac.uk.

English language requirements

All our courses are taught in English. If your first language is not English, you may need to complete an English language test, such as a Pearson English language test (PTE Academic) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, to demonstrate you have the language skills needed to complete your degree.

Qualification	Score required
IELTS for UKVI (Academic)	6.0 IELTS (with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading and Writing and 5.5 in Speaking and Listening)
PTE Academic UKVI	62 including 60 in each subtest
LanguageCert for UKVI (SELT)	65 Overall (With a minimum of 65 in Reading and Writing and 60 in Speaking and Listening)

International students will be required to hold a Secure English Language Test (SELT) at B2 in order to be able to apply for a visa to study at Escape Studios on a student visa. Visit the government website for guidance.

You may be exempt from proving your English level if you are from an English-speaking country listed as recognised for visa purposes or have a degree level qualification obtained in one of these countries. The latest list is available on the UK Government website.

For students who have a SELT at B2 but who do not meet our requirements, we can also consider alternative qualifications. Please contact admissions@escapestudios.ac.uk for more information.

Tuition fees

Undergraduate

The international tuition fees for September 2026 entry are:

£17,995 per year for undergraduate (bachelors) degrees*. Duration: three years for BA/BSc, four years for the integrated masters MArt/MSci.

Postgraduate

The international tuition fees for February 2026 entry are:

£19,995 per year for postgraduate (MA/MSc) degrees*. Duration: one year.

Fees for short courses vary. Please refer to our course pages for the latest and most accurate information including tuition fees, or contact us.

*Fees are provisional and subject to change.

Accommodation

You can find out more here about our recommended accommodation used by students at Escape Studios.

We also partner with Funliving, an accommodation platform which provides accommodation information and support in Mandarin for students from China and their families.

中文资源

Frequently asked questions

View FAQs in Mandarin (中文） for Chinese students.

International Student Guide - Mandarin edition

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My course is great! Dan Shutt is our tutor - he's the best teacher I've ever had!

My classmates are really nice too. We're currently working on a studio project, and it's the best group I've ever worked with on a group project. Everyone's proactive and conscientious.

Cui Aihui

MA Visual Effects Production (3D) Escapee