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About University of Leicester
University of Leicester — public non-profit university. It is located in Leicester, United Kingdom. University of Leicester is working together with Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), European University Association (EUA), 1994 Group, Universities UK.
The university is one of the top-270 universities in the world. The educational institution is in the top-200 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
At University of Leicester, you can get a bachelor, master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.
- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Establishment year
- 1921
- Students
- 15,045
- International students
- 3,645
- Female students
- 54%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#272
- Rating THE
- 2024#201-250
By subject
| Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | 218 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 220 |
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 401-450 |
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University of Leicester tuition fees
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at University of Leicester is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 5,308 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 10,204 USD. The university offers scholarships and financial aid to some students. Scholarships are available to both locals and foreigners. For up-to-date information on scholarships and the cost of education for each program, check the official website of the educational institution.
Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local9,250USD/year
- Foreign17,500USD/year
- Master
- Local10,163USD/year
- Foreign10,204USD/year
- Doctorate
- Local5,308USD/year
- Foreign18,502USD/year
Study programs at University of Leicester
Law
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Law with Criminology LLB
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Applied Sciences & Professions
Criminology BSc
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Criminology with Forensic Psychology
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- BSc
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Medicine
Applied and Environmental Geology BSc
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Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) BSc
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Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) MBiolSci
Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) with Year in Industry BSc
- Study degree
- BSc
Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) with a Year Abroad MBiolSci
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science BSc
- Study degree
- BSc
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Computer Science with Enterprise with Year in Industry BSc
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- BSc
Computer Science with Foundation Year BSc
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- BSc
Computer Science with Foundation Year with Year Abroad BSc
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- BSc
Computer Science with Year Abroad BSc
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- BSc
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Applied and Environmental Geology BSc
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Applied and Environmental Geology with Year Abroad MGeol
Applied and Environmental Geology with a Year in Industry BSc
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- BSc
Biological Sciences (Zoology) BSc
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- BSc
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Geography
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- BA
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Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Applied and Environmental Geology BSc
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Biological Sciences (Biochemistry) BSc
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Biological Sciences (Microbiology) BSc
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Biological Sciences (Physiology with Pharmacology) BSc
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Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Ancient History BA
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- BA
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English BA
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- BA
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English and American Studies BA
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- BA
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English and History BA
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- BA
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English with Creative Writing BA
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- BA
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Economics & Business Management
Accounting BSc
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- BSc
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Accounting and Finance BSc
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- BSc
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Business Economics BSc
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- BSc
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Business Economics with Year Abroad BSc
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- BSc
Business and Management BA
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- BA
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Humanities
American Studies with Year Abroad BA
- Study degree
- BA
Ancient History BA
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- BA
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Ancient History and Archaeology BA
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- BA
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Ancient History and Classical Archaeology (Distance Learning)
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- BA
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Ancient History and History BA
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- BA
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History, Philosophy & Theology
Ancient History BA
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- BA
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Ancient History and Archaeology BA
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- BA
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Ancient History and Classical Archaeology (Distance Learning)
- Study degree
- BA
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Ancient History and History BA
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- BA
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Archaeology BA
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- BA
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Physical Sciences
Aerospace Engineering MEng
- Study degree
- BEng
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- Study degree
- MEng
Aerospace Engineering with Year in Industry MEng
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- MEng
Applied and Environmental Geology BSc
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Biological Sciences (Zoology) BSc
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- BSc
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Engineering & Technology
Aerospace Engineering MEng
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- BEng
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Engineering with Foundation Year BEng
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Engineering with Foundation Year with Year Abroad BEng
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- BEng
Engineering with Foundation Year with Year in Industry BEng
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- BEng
General Engineering BEng
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- BEng
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Accounting & Finance
Accounting BSc
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- BSc
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Accounting and Finance BSc
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- BSc
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Accounting and Finance with Year Abroad BSc
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Accounting with a Year Abroad BSc
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Business Economics BSc
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Journalism & Media
Film Studies BA
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Journalism and Media
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Journalism and Sociology
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Arts & Humanities
Ancient History BA
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English BA
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Physiotherapy BSc
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Social Sciences & Management
Accounting BSc
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Ancient History and Archaeology BA
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Applied Psychology BSc
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Other
Accounting and Finance with Placement Year BSc
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Accounting with a Year in Industry BSc
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Aerospace Engineering BEng
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- BEng
Aerospace Engineering with Year Abroad BEng
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Applied Sciences & Professions
Art Museum and Gallery Studies MA
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- MA
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Museum Studies (Distance Learning)
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Museum Studies - Hong Kong (Distance Learning)
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Museum Studies MA
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Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management (Distance Learning)
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Law
Crime, Justice and Psychology MSc
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Criminology MSc
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History
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Arts & Humanities
Art Museum and Gallery Studies MA
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Creative Writing MA
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English Language and Linguistics MA
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English Studies MA
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Film and Film Cultures MA
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Humanities
Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning)
- Study degree
- MA
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Applied Linguistics and TESOL MA
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- MA
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Archaeology and Heritage (Distance Learning)
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- MA
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Archaeology and Heritage MA
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Creative Writing MA
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Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning)
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- MA
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English Studies MA
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- MA
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History (Local History) MA
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Modern and Contemporary Literature (and optional Creative Writing) MA
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Translation Studies MA
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Medicine
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Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc
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Archaeology MA
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Archaeology and Heritage (Distance Learning)
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Computer Science & IT
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History
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Enter a university abroad
Bachelor degree at University of Leicester
You cannot enter university in United Kingdom after the 11th grade, as school education here lasts longer. Applicants need to eliminate the academic difference. There are two ways to do this: either study for a year at a university in your home country, or complete one of the preparatory programs (A-Levels, IB, Foundation, etc.). When enrolling students, the admission committee of the educational institution pays attention to school grades. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 6. The TOEFL score is not lower than 80. A subject exam is required. The university relies on the A-Level results. Upon admission, an IB diploma is accepted. University of Leicester also provides online undergraduate programs.
- IELTS
- 6
- TOEFL iBT
- 80
Master's degree at University of Leicester
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. In order to enroll at University of Leicester for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 80. IELTS — 6 or higher. University of Leicester provides an opportunity to get a master's degree remotely.
- IELTS
- 6
- TOEFL iBT
- 80
Doctorate degree at University of Leicester
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS, TOEFL or CAE. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 90 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 6.5. At University of Leicester, you can get a doctoral degree remotely.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 90
University of Leicester campus
The campus of University of Leicester is suburban. Students live in a close-knit community and enjoy the benefits of the natural environment around them. However, they also have access to urban entertainment such as shopping malls, restaurants and cinemas. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Foreigners who come to University of Leicester through exchange programs study and live with local students. Thus, the university promotes intercultural exchange and the establishment of interethnic relations.
- Campus Type
- Suburban
- Library
- Yes
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What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in United Kingdom for 1 year. This time is enough to find a job and change your student visa to a work one. University of Leicester graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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