The Cost of Studying in the UK as an International Student

If you are an international student who wants to study in the UK, it is important to be fully aware of how much it will cost so you can budget accordingly. There are pros and cons to studying in different parts of the UK, as well as which fee structure you will be categorised in.

Learn more about the average costs of being an international student in the UK below. If you want to begin your application, arrange a free consultation in Nicosia, Cyprus today.

The Cost of Studying in the UK

Tuition fees for international students

Undergraduate fees for international students from outside the EU begin at around £10,000 per year, whilst at postgraduate level they begin at around £12,000. If you wish to study a medicine degree or MBA though, they can rise up to £32,000 per year.

Average UK living costs for international students

The average living costs for international students is £12,180 per year. This can be much lower or higher depending on where in the UK you wish to study though. For example in London, living expenses are considerably higher than the equivalent cost in a different city such as Liverpool or Birmingham.

There are many great locations in the UK to study, all which offer something different. Cosmopolitan cities such as Edinburgh, Manchester and Leeds offer cheaper living costs than London, whilst still providing an exciting variety of activities which can only be found in a large city.

UK university scholarships

Almost all UK universities offer different types of scholarships, grants and bursaries to help fund your study in the UK. You can search hundreds of scholarships, grants and bursaries at UK universities with our scholarship search.

Study in the UK

If you need help applying to study in the UK, arrange your free consultation with SI-UK in Nicosia, Cyprus today. We can help you understand the different budgeting requirements and also find your dream course.