University of Nottingham
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University of Nottingham is in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £26,200–£33,500 (≈ US$34,700–44,400) per year (2027-28 figure). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90. Applying: intake: September. Scholarships: 4 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £33,500 per year (≈ US$44,400) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 2 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students. Deng Yaping Sports Scholarship: only for students from China. Hong Kong Alumni Scholarship: only for students from Hong Kong. |
| Chances of admission | Reference: A-level grades AAA (typical offer, Computer Science BSc Hons). |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Jan 13 (UCAS equal-consideration deadline) |
| Where and how students live | Nottingham · 15 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). · 91.1% of graduates employed or studying |
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)“Automatic scholarships for outstanding international undergraduate students.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you achieve AAA grades or your international equivalent, you will automatically be awarded a scholarship of £5,000 to be deducted from your first year tuition fees.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption appliesSources (2)“When applying to study at the University of Nottingham you must be able to evidence you have met the English Language requirements for your chosen course.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you're a native English speaker, or you have studied in an English-speaking country or institution, we may be able to accept your academic qualifications as evidence of your English language ability.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)“If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesSources (1)“As part of your offer, you will be required to meet a certain level of written and spoken English. This is so you can get the most out of your course at Nottingham, which will be delivered in English.”nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Scholarships for first-year students
Hong Kong Alumni Scholarship
£10,000 (≈ US$13,300) / year
- Who can receive it: Students from Hong Kong
- Amount: £10,000 (≈ US$13,300) / year
- Number of awards: 1
- Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
- Can be combined with other awards: No
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (4)
“The Hong Kong Alumni Scholarship is designed to support outstanding undergraduate students from Hong Kong who demonstrate academic excellence and strong potential.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“For 2026 entry, we are offering one scholarship covering £10,000 per year towards tuition fees, for up to three years of study.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“are permanently domiciled in Hong Kong”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Our international scholarships cannot be combined with other University scholarships. Where you are awarded multiple scholarships, the single highest-value award will be applied.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12International Sporting Excellence Award
£1,000–£7,000 (≈ US$1,300–9,300)
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £1,000–£7,000 (≈ US$1,300–9,300)
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
Sources (3)
“We're offering scholarships of £1000-7000 towards full-time tuition fees for international students at any study level with outstanding sporting ability.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“be of academy, national or international standard in any sport or show strong evidence of future outstanding potential”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“hold an offer to start a full-time academic course in any subject area at the University of Nottingham UK”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12International Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship
£5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Who can receive it: International students only
- Amount: £5,000 (≈ US$6,600) / year
- Minimum grades / scores: A-level grades AAA
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Sources (4)
“Automatic scholarships for outstanding international undergraduate students.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you achieve AAA grades or your international equivalent, you will automatically be awarded a scholarship of £5,000 to be deducted from your first year tuition fees.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“be an international fee-paying student”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“be starting year one of a full-time undergraduate degree programme (RQF level 4) that is UK campus-based (excludes Bachelor programmes in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, Pharmacy, Medicine or Foundation Year)”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Deng Yaping Sports Scholarship
Amount not published
- Who can receive it: Students from China
Sources (2)
“Deng Yaping Sports Scholarship - Table Tennis and Badminton”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“We're offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for table tennis or badminton athletes from China.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Computer Science BSc Hons · 3 years Source (2)“Computer Science BSc Hons”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Duration 3 years full-time”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Economics BSc Hons · 3 years Source (2)“Economics BSc Hons”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Duration 3 years full-time”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12English BA Hons · 3 years Source (2)“English BA Hons”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Duration 3 years full-time”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | Computer Science BSc Hons: A-level grades AAA — typical offer Computer Science BSc Hons: IB Diploma points 34 points — typical offer Economics BSc Hons: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer Economics BSc Hons: IB Diploma points 36 points — typical offer English BA Hons: A-level grades AAB — typical offer English BA Hons: IB Diploma points 32 points — typical offer |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Source (2)“Select start date September 2027”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Select start date September 2027”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required (reference) Source (1)“If English isn't your first language and you haven't previously studied in an English-speaking country, you may need to provide evidence of your English language skills as part of your application.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (2)“Write your personal statement”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Your personal statement is your chance to bring your application to life.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required Source (2)“Add a reference”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Your reference should come from someone at your most recent school, college or Foundation Year provider, and should include your predicted grades.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| UCAS equal-consideration deadline — Application — September intake | Jan 13Source (1)“Applications for other courses must be submitted by 13 January 2027.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Computer Science BSc Hons: £33,500 per year (≈ US$44,400) (2027–28 figure) Economics BSc Hons: £27,600 per year (≈ US$36,600) (2027–28 figure) English BA Hons: £26,200 per year (≈ US$34,700) (2027–28 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | £800–£1,200 per month (≈ US$1,100–1,600) (reference) |
| 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$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (7)
“Undergraduate tuition fees 2027/28”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“G400 BSCH Computer Science BSc Hons £10,050 £33,500”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“L100 BSCH Economics BSc Hons £10,050 £27,600”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Q300 BAH English BA Hons £10,050 £26,200”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Most students spend between £800 and £1,200 per month, including accommodation, food, and transport.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-11US$ 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 (2)“We offer an accommodation guarantee for all first-year students.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“This means that if you meet the eligibility criteria and apply for accommodation, you will receive an offer of a room in University-arranged accommodation.”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 1 Source (1)“We will guarantee you a room in University-arranged accommodation for your first year if you:”www.nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Housing available during breaks | Yes Source (1)“If you plan to leave your room during the vacation period for any length of time, please sign out for Fire/ Health and Safety reasons.”www.nottingham.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) | 91.1% (reference) Source (1)“Furthermore, the most recent Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) data shows that the university leads the Russell Group universities, with 91.1% of its graduates in sustained employment or further study at both three and five years after graduation.”nottingham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Location
| City / state | Nottingham |
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| Nearest major airport | East Midlands Airport (EMA), about 15 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q472316 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).