Bachelor Top-up Admission Requirements
Asia Pacific — Entry Requirements & Application Process
Lincoln University Asia Pacific Center offers a fully online Bachelor Top-up program designed for students who have completed a diploma, associate degree, or equivalent qualification and wish to upgrade to a full Bachelor degree.
Eligibility
Bachelor Top-up Entry Requirements
Applicants to the Bachelor Top-up program must meet one of the following academic criteria:
- Diploma / Advanced Diploma (any discipline)
- HND (Higher National Diploma)
- Associate Degree
- 2–3 Year College Diploma (Dazhuan)
- Partial undergraduate studies (minimum 1 year completed)
Note: All applications are assessed individually. Professional experience and prior learning may also be considered.
Language
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:
| English Test | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Overall 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | Overall 50–58 |
| TOEFL iBT | Overall 60–78 |
| Duolingo English Test | Overall 105–110 |
English Requirement Waiver
Applicants whose most recent qualification was completed in an English-speaking country may be considered for a waiver.
Documents
Required Application Documents
- Application Form
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts (from all previous studies)
- Graduation Certificate (if applicable)
- English Test Results (if available)
- CV / Resume (for mature-age or work experience entry)
Investment
Bachelor Top-up Tuition
Full Bachelor Top-up program
USD $18,000
Full Bachelor Top-up program tuition (indicative). Final fees will be confirmed in the official Letter of Offer.
Flexible payment plans are available. Contact our admissions team for details.
Online Learning
Flexible Online Delivery
The Bachelor Top-up program is delivered entirely online through a flexible learning platform. Study from anywhere in the world while balancing work and personal commitments.
Study from anywhere in the world
No campus attendance required
Balance work, life, and study
Internationally recognised Bachelor degree