University of Leicester
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University of Leicester is in Leicester, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £21,500–£26,000 (≈ US$28,500–34,500) per year (reference). Standard entry requirements: A-levels ABB; IB Diploma 30 points. Language: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: September. Scholarships: 5 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £21,500 per year (≈ US$28,500) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 4 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Leicester-King Power Thai Scholarship: only for students from Thailand. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: ABB. IB Diploma: 30 points. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ Reference: A-level grades ABB (typical offer, Economics BSc). English minimum: IELTS 6, TOEFL (1–6) 4, TOEFL 80, Duolingo 105, PTE 59. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Jan 14 (UCAS equal-consideration deadline) Last round: Late applications, Jun 30. |
| Where and how students live | Leicester · 27 km from EMA airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed |
| Working while studying | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. |
| After graduation | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). · 76.2% of graduates employed or studying (2022-23) |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (2)“This merit-based scholarship, worth £5,000 tuition fee discount per year, is offered to international-fee-paying students* applying for both undergraduate** and postgraduate taught programmes.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Eligible students will be automatically considered. If successful, you will be notified when you submit your final results.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption applies
Sources (14)“You can demonstrate your English language ability in any one of these ways:”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“- Education in English: You attended secondary (high) school or university in a country approved by the University as teaching in the medium of English.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“IELTS 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT (taken after 21/1/2026) - 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL (taken after 21/1/2026) - Listening - 4.0 - Reading - 4.0 - Speaking - 4.0 - Writing - 4.0”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT - 80 90 100 110”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“TOEFL - Listening - 17 - Reading - 18 - Speaking - 20 - Writing - 17”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“IELTS - Listening - 5.5 - Reading - 5.5 - Speaking - 5.5 - Writing - 5.5”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) 95 105 120 130 140”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test - Literacy - 95 - Production - 95 - Comprehension - 95 - Conversation - 95”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 59 61 68 75”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Pearson Test of English - Listening - 59 - Reading - 59 - Speaking - 59 - Writing - 59”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)“If you are an international student who does not currently meet our entry requirements, you can improve your English language skills at Leicester before starting your degree with a pre-sessional language course at our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU).”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Scholarships for first-year students
International Undergraduate Tuition Fee Waiver
Full tuition
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: Full tuition
- Number of awards: 30
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Jun 4
Sources (4)
“A full tuition fee waiver is available for up to 30* international fee-paying undergraduate students starting an eligible undergraduate programme** in September 2027. The award covers tuition fees for each year of the course, up to a maximum of three years***.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Applications are now open and will close at 11.59pm UK time on 4 June 2027.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“To be considered, you need to create a short video (no more than two minutes) which answers these three questions:”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“- No other University scholarships or discounts may be applied in addition to this fee waiver unless explicitly stated. If you apply for and are shortlisted for more than one scholarship, you will only be eligible to receive the highest-value scholarship.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12International Citizens of Change Scholarship
£10,000 (≈ US$13,300) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £10,000 (≈ US$13,300) / year
- Number of awards: 10
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Jul 25
Sources (4)
“A £10,000 tuition fee discount will be awarded to 10 undergraduate international fee-paying students starting an undergraduate programme* in September 2027 for each year of their course for up to three years**.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Applications are now open and close at 11.59pm UK time on 25 July 2027.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“To be considered, you need to create a short video (no more than two minutes) which answers these three questions:”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“- No other university scholarships or discounts may be applied in addition to this fee discount (unless explicitly stated).”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
£5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“This merit-based scholarship, worth £5,000 per year, is offered to international-fee-paying students* applying for (or progressing onto**) an undergraduate degree*** at the University of Leicester who achieve or exceed the academic grades outlined below.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“There is no need to apply for this scholarship. Eligible students will be automatically considered. If successful, you will be notified when you submit your final results.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“In accordance with scholarship guidelines, students are allowed to hold only one University of Leicester scholarship. If you are awarded more than one scholarship, you will only receive the higher value award.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You must be starting a full-time, campus-based undergraduate course***, including eligible undergraduate top-up degrees commencing January 2027, April 2027, September 2027, January 2028 or April 2028.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Leicester-King Power Thai Scholarship
£5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Who can receive it: Students from Thailand
- Amount: £5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“Under this scheme, all Thai-domiciled international students commencing a full-time, campus-based undergraduate* or postgraduate taught (PGT) programme in September 2027 will automatically receive a tuition fee discount of £5,000.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“- Undergraduate (UG): £5,000 per year”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“3. The discount will be automatically applied to eligible offer holders – no separate application is required.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“5. The fee stated in your offer letter will be the final fee, and no other University scholarships or discounts may be applied in addition to this award (unless explicitly stated).”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Chancellor's International Scholarship
£3,000 (≈ US$4,000) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £3,000 (≈ US$4,000) / year (2027-28 figure)
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“If you meet (or exceed) the standard entry criteria for your course, you will be awarded £3,000 discount from the standard tuition fee per year.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“This scholarship is offered to international-fee-paying students* applying for an undergraduate degree** (including all foundation year programmes) at the University of Leicester and applies to students starting their course in the academic year 2026-27 and 2027-28.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“There is no need to apply for this scholarship. Eligible students will be automatically considered. If successful, you will be notified when you submit your final results.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“In accordance with scholarship guidelines, students are allowed to hold only one University of Leicester scholarship. If you are awarded more than one scholarship, you will only receive the higher value award.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Business and Management BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Business and Management BSc , 3-4 years”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“| Course Business and Management | Qualification BSc | Duration 3 years full-time | UCAS Code N100 | Availability How to apply”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Computer Science BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Computer Science BSc , 3-4 years”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“| Course Computer Science | Qualification BSc | Duration 3 years full-time | UCAS Code G400 | Availability How to apply”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Economics BSc · 3 years Source (2)“Economics BSc , 3-4 years”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“| Course Economics | Qualification BSc | Duration 3 years full-time | UCAS Code L120 | Availability How to apply”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | Business and Management BSc: A-level grades ABB — typical offer Source (2)“Typical offer ABB”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“A/AS-levels : ABB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels may be considered in place of one A-level.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Business and Management BSc: IB Diploma points 30 points — typical offer (reference) Source (1)“International Baccalaureate : Pass Diploma with 30 points overall with a minimum of grade 3 in SL Maths Analysis and Approach, grade 3 in HL Maths or grade 4 in SL Maths Application and Interpretation if not held at GCSE grade 4/C.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Computer Science BSc: A-level grades ABB — typical offer Source (2)“Typical offer ABB”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“A/AS-levels : ABB. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. General Studies accepted.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Computer Science BSc: IB Diploma points 30 points — typical offer (reference) Source (1)“International Baccalaureate : Pass Diploma with 30. Minimum of 4 in HL Maths, or 5 in SL Maths, or 6 in Maths Studies required if grade 5/B not held at GCSE.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Economics BSc: A-level grades ABB — typical offer Source (2)“Typical offer ABB”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“A/AS-levels : ABB. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. Own language may be considered.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Economics BSc: IB Diploma points 30 points — typical offer (reference) Source (1)“International Baccalaureate : Pass Full Diploma with 30 points, including a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths Analysis and Approach or 6 in SL Maths Application and Interpretation or 4 in HL Maths if not held at GCSE.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September |
| Interview | Not offered (reference) |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required (reference) Source (1)“IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)“Your UCAS personal statement is your opportunity to showcase who you are and prove you deserve a university offer. It is submitted as part of your UCAS application and is a crucial element of your application.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required ×1 (reference) Source (2)“After checking your details and adding the academic reference, your school will submit the completed application online to UCAS.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You are responsible for paying the correct UCAS application fee, for obtaining and attaching the academic reference and for submitting the completed application online to UCAS.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS equal-consideration deadline — Application | Jan 14Source (1)“14 January 2027 (6.00pm UK time): equal consideration deadline for all other undergraduate courses.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Late applications — Application | Jun 30Source (1)“Of course. You can still apply through the regular UCAS application system until 30 June 2027 (6.00pm UK time).”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Business and Management BSc: £21,500 per year (≈ US$28,500) (reference) Computer Science BSc: £26,000 per year (≈ US$34,500) (reference) Economics BSc: £21,500 per year (≈ US$28,500) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Student visa applicants must pay the immigration healthcare surcharge as part of the visa application; the amount depends on visa length. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | £1,171–£1,529 per month (≈ US$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (8)
“International Students Starting in 2027 £21,500 per year”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Start date: September 2027”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International Students Starting in 2027 £26,000 per year”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Start date: September 2027”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“International Students Starting in 2027 £21,500 per year”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Start date: September 2027”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Source (1)“Any new undergraduate student who applies for university accommodation before 1 September of their year of entry to university is guaranteed to have a room with us for the academic year!”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 1 Source (1)“Any new undergraduate student who applies for university accommodation before 1 September of their year of entry to university is guaranteed to have a room with us for the academic year!”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. government rule Source (1)“Full-time course at degree level or above Then the following work is permitted: - part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week) - full-time during vacations, including the period before the course starts”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)“- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). government rule Source (1)“2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027 If you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 76.2% (2022–23 figure) (reference) Source (1)“It comes as HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) has also released new data showing that University of Leicester graduates are holding their own in the job market, as 76.2% of Leicester’s 2023 graduates have positive outcomes 15 months after completing studies, with more than 77% of them securing highly skilled roles.”le.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Location
| City / state | Leicester |
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| Nearest major airport | East Midlands Airport (EMA), about 27 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q1333399 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).