Country guideStudy in United Kingdom
World-recognized universities, one-year masters options, and broad subject choice.
United Kingdom at a glance
2,459 programsat 116 universities
- 1,239 master's
- 1,193 bachelor's
- 12 phd
- 9 foundation
- 4 diploma
- 1 medicine/dentistry
- 1 postgraduate diploma
- Typical tuition
- £15,950–£29,916 per year
- Living costs
- GBP 10,000-15,000 per year
- Common intakes
- September and January
Figures come from the programs listed on iAdmission and can change; confirm fees, intakes and visa rules with the university and official sources.
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Universities in United Kingdom
University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom
24 programs · from £24,800/yr
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
18 programs · from £22,740/yr
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
27 programs · from £23,160/yr
University of Southampton, UK
Southampton and Winchester, United Kingdom
21 programs · from £23,400/yr
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
20 programs · from £26,000/yr
Durham University
Durham, United Kingdom
23 programs · from £26,500/yr
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom
22 programs · from £23,810/yr
University of Nottingham
England, United Kingdom
20 programs · from £23,000/yr
Programs
Programs to consider in United Kingdom
Medicine MBBS
Brunel University of London
MD / DMD3 years£49,395
per year
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (with Work Placement)
University of Strathclyde
Bachelor's3 years£29,350
per year
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Plymouth
Master's1 year£18,150
per year
BA (Hons) Media and Communications
Teesside University
Bachelor's3 years£17,000
per year
Acting BA (Hons)
Norwich University of Arts
Bachelor's3 years£18,500
per year
Advanced Computer Science MSc
University of Sussex
Master's1 year£26,250
per year
BA (Hons) Anthropology
Goldsmiths
Bachelor's1 year£21,200
per year
BA (Hons) Criminal Law, Policy and Practice (Undergraduate Foundation)
Birkbeck
Bachelor's9 - 12 months£22,440
per year
Studying in United Kingdom: the essentials
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Why study in United Kingdom?
- Shorter masters pathways
- Large range of universities and cities
- Strong global degree recognition
- Graduate route options for eligible students
Tuition fees in United Kingdom
£15,950–£29,916a year · 2456 programs on iAdmission
- Undergraduate: GBP 12,000-25,000 per year
- Postgraduate: GBP 14,000-30,000 per year
- Clinical and laboratory programs can cost more.
Cost of living in United Kingdom
- London is significantly more expensive than many regional cities.
- Students should budget for rent, transport, food, and health surcharge.
- Scholarships and regional choices can reduce total cost.
Funding to ask about
- University merit awards
- International student scholarships
- Early payment discounts
- Subject-specific awards
Application documents
- Academic transcripts
- Passport
- English proof
- Personal statement
- References
- Portfolio for selected creative programs
English requirements
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, or accepted equivalent
- Typical IELTS range: 6.0-6.5 overall
- Some universities accept prior English-medium education.
Intakes and deadlines
- Main September applications should begin early in the year.
- January intake is available at selected universities.
- UCAS deadlines apply to many undergraduate routes.
Student visa: the steps
- Receive unconditional or conditional offer
- Meet conditions and pay deposit
- Receive CAS
- Prepare funds and documents
- Submit Student visa application
Documents for the visa stage
- Passport
- Academic documents
- English test
- Personal statement
- References
- CV for postgraduate programs
- Financial proof for visa
Working while you study in United Kingdom
- Part-time work during studies
- Placements for selected programs
- Graduate route for eligible graduates
Student cities in United Kingdom
Aberdeen
1 university or campus
Bailrigg
1 university or campus
Bangor (The College on the hill)
1 university or campus
Bedfordshire
1 university or campus
Belfast
1 university or campus
Birmingham
4 universities and campuses
Birmingham and London
1 university or campus
Bloomsbury
1 university or campus
Bradford
1 university or campus
Questions about studying in United Kingdom
Why choose the UK for a masters?
Many UK masters programs are one year, which can reduce time away from work and total living costs.
Is January intake available?
Yes, but program availability is narrower than September intake.