Tuition and Living Costs
Tuition and Living Costs
Understanding The Cost Of Tuition
With the cost of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees varying between universities and a range of potential scholarship opportunities, we know that there is a lot to consider.
Pursuing a university degree is a significant investment of time and money. Undergraduate degrees in the U.K. range from £13,000 per year to £23,000 per year, depending on your selected institution. Similarly, the cost for a master’s degree in the U.K. ranges from £13,000 to £25,500. These fees could increase further if you are looking to study courses such as medicine or an MBA.
Average Tuition Fee for International Students
Working with a wide range of universities located all over the U.K. we are able to provide a detailed average university costs for international students looking to study in the U.K.
Average fees for the 2021/2022 academic year have been set out here.
Cost |
Undergraduate (BSc, BA) |
Postgraduate (MSc, MA, MRes) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Course Fee | £13,000 | £13,000 |
| Highest Course Fee | £23,000 | £25,500 |
| Average Tuition Cost (across all partners) | £15,218 | £16,348 |
Please note the above fees are full fees and not inclusive of any academic or sport scholarship that the student may qualify for. It is also important to note that the average U.K. undergraduate degree will take 3 years to complete (4 if you opt for a placement year) whereas the average full time postgraduate degree in the U.K. will take 1 year to complete.
Average tuition fee for international students
Working with a wide range of universities located all over the U.K. we are able to provide a detailed average university costs for international students looking to study in the U.K.
Average fees for the 2021/2022 academic year have been set out here.
Cost |
Undergraduate (BSc, BA) |
Postgraduate (MSc, MA, MRes) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest Course Fee | £13,000 | £13,000 |
| Highest Course Fee | £23,000 | £25,500 |
| Average Tuition Cost (across all partners) | £15,218 | £16,348 |
Please note the above fees are full fees and not inclusive of any academic or sport scholarship that the student may qualify for. It is also important to note that the average U.K. undergraduate degree will take 3 years to complete (4 if you opt for a placement year) whereas the average full time postgraduate degree in the U.K. will take 1 year to complete.
Living Costs
Outside of the annual tuition cost, it is important to consider how much you are likely to spend on your living costs during your time in the UK. The amount of money you spend on living costs can vary greatly on both the location of your selected university and also your lifestyle.
When studying at a London based university
As of December 2020, any incoming student who wishes to study at a London based university would need to demonstrate that they can afford £1,334 in living costs for each month of their course or a maximum of £12,006 if the student is studying a course lasting nine or more months.
Studying at a university outside of London
For study in other parts of the U.K. outside of London the cost of living is less and therefore the amount you must demonstrate to secure you visa are also lower. Students studying outside of London will need to demonstrate that they can support living costs of £1,023 for each month, or a maximum of £9,207 for a course lasting 9 or more months.
Whilst the amount you spend on living costs each month will vary, the U.K. Home Office sets financial requirements that an incoming international student must prove they can meet in order to obtain their visa to pursue their studies in the United Kingdom. If you are unable to provide confirmation of your financial standing, you will not be approved for a student visa.
The amounts set by the home office may or may not accurately reflect your own personal lifestyle but are required for the purpose of securing your visa. Incoming international students may find themselves paying more or less depending on their own personal choices.
Estimated Weekly Expenses
To provide you with an insight into a typical week in the U.K. we have listed a range of potential expenses you may wish to consider ahead of your year in the U.K.
Feel free to use this table to work out your own estimated weekly expenses based on your current lifestyle.
| Expense | Cost Per Week |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | £95.97 – £236.04 |
| Food | £40 |
| Study Materials | £5-£10 |
| Travel | £21 |
| TV License | £3 |
| Mobile Phone & Internet | £10 |
| Entertainment | £20 – £50 |
| Misc (Toiletries/Clothes etc.) | £20 |
U.K. University Scholarships
Whilst the costs involved with studying at U.K. university may be daunting, there are a wide range of potential scholarships that student’s can apply for to help them fund their studies. These include Academic and International Scholarships, as well as Sport Scholarships.
Whether you are a student with ambitions of studying at a prestigious U.K. university or a talented student-athlete seeking a sport scholarship, we will help you to consider all available potential scholarship opportunities and guide you through the various application processes.
U.K. University Scholarships
Whilst the costs involved with studying at U.K. university may be daunting, there are a wide range of potential scholarships that student’s can apply for to help them fund their studies. These include Academic and International Scholarships, as well as Sport Scholarships.
Whether you are a student with ambitions of studying at a prestigious U.K. university or a talented student-athlete seeking a sport scholarship, we will help you to consider all available potential scholarship opportunities and guide you through the various scholarship application processes.
