About the university
De Montfort University (DMU) is a public university in Leicester. Its art and design teaching goes back to 1870, and today it offers more than 300 courses in business, computing, engineering, art and design, law, health and life sciences.
DMU was shortlisted for Times Higher Education's University of the Year 2026. It was the first UK university to move its undergraduate courses to block teaching, where students take one module at a time, and it has opened campuses in Cambodia and Kazakhstan.
For Indian students, most computing and data master's courses cost £19,600 in 2027/28, and DMU gave a £3,000 Global Access Scholarship to eligible international master's students in 2026/27. Many master's courses start in September or January, and new international students are guaranteed a room in halls.
Leicester is a multicultural city in the East Midlands with a large South Asian community. DMU has active Indian, Pakistani and Nepalese student societies.
- Roots
- Creative teaching since 1870 (the university's art school heritage); now a public university in Leicester
- Type
- Public university based in Leicester, with overseas campuses in Cambodia and Kazakhstan
- International community
- International students from more than 130 countries each year (university figure)
- Courses
- More than 300 undergraduate and postgraduate courses
- Intakes
- Most master's courses start in September or January; bachelor's degrees start in September
- Teaching model
- Block teaching for undergraduates: you study one module at a time
Rankings
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
110th in the UK
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,600
- Duration
- 12 months (18 months for a January start)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,600
- Duration
- 12 months (18 months for a January start)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,600
- Duration
- 12 months (18 months for a January start)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,600
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £20,900
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,000
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,600
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,100
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Analytics MSc | 12 months (18 months for a January start) | £19,600 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Artificial Intelligence MSc | 12 months (18 months for a January start) | £19,600 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Computing MSc | 12 months (18 months for a January start) | £19,600 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Cyber Security MSc | 12 months | £19,600 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Global MBA | 12 months | £20,900 | ≈ ₹25.5 lakh |
| Project Management MSc | 1 year | £19,000 | ≈ ₹23.2 lakh |
| Software Engineering MSc | 12 months | £19,600 | ≈ ₹23.9 lakh |
| Engineering Management MSc | 1 year | £19,100 | ≈ ₹23.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at De Montfort University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Full-time bachelor's and taught master's (2026/27 entry)
Global Access Scholarship
Value: £3,000 off a taught master's (£3,500 off the Global MBA); £2,000 a year off a bachelor's
Eligibility: Eligible international students who pay their deposit before the deposit deadline. Awarded automatically. Check the page for 2027/28 terms.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's and taught master's (first year)
Full Fee Scholarship
Value: £500 extra discount
Eligibility: Students who pay their full net first-year tuition fee before the deposit deadline. On top of the Global Access Scholarship.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Selected taught master's
Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship
Value: 20% off tuition fees
Eligibility: DMU graduates moving on to an eligible postgraduate course.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - One-year master's at any UK university
Chevening Scholarships
Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee
Eligibility: Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- At least 65% average in your four best Class 12 subjects (excluding Hindi). DMU may also check your Class 10 English and Maths.
- Entry to Year 2 or 3 may be possible with detailed course and grade information.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with 50% to 60%, depending on your university and the course.
- Course pages ask for a 2:2-equivalent degree; computing and engineering master's courses expect a relevant subject.
- Deposits for Indian students depend on your state: applicants from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat pay the full first-year fee (minus any scholarship) before the CAS; others pay at least £10,000 if using Medium of Instruction, or 50% of the net first-year fee with an approved English test.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for postgraduate courses)
- IELTS or equivalent English evidence, or a Medium of Instruction letter where accepted
- Personal statement
- Portfolio or CV where the course asks for one
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band for most business, computing and engineering courses on this page. Health courses such as Public Health ask for 6.5 with 6.0 in each band. |
| Medium of Instruction | Indian applicants from states other than Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat can use Medium of Instruction for admission, with a higher minimum deposit of £10,000. |
| Pre-sessional English | DMU's Centre for English Language Learning runs pre-sessional courses if you need to improve your score. |
Accommodation and living costs
DMU guarantees accommodation to new international students, with a choice of seven self-catered halls. Prices range from £95 to £180 a week in 2026/27, on contracts of about 41 to 43 weeks. International students can move in early for International Registration Week.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Bede Hall (standard room, DMU contract)£3,908.57 for 41 weeks | £95per week | ≈ ₹11,590 |
| New Wharf Hall (standard room, DMU contract) | £119per week | ≈ ₹14,457 |
| Liberty Park or Castle Court (en suite with double bed)43-week contract | £128–148per week | ≈ ₹15,616 – ₹18,056 |
| Newarke Point or The Glassworks (en suite)43-week contract | £142–165per week | ≈ ₹17,324 – ₹20,130 |
| Newarke Point studio | £180per week | ≈ ₹21,960 |
Campus and location
DMU's campus is a short distance from shops, bars and restaurants in Leicester city centre. Business master's students have access to The Yard, a new £5.5 million building extension with extra study space.
- Seven halls of residence to choose from, with accommodation guaranteed for new international students.
- Block teaching for undergraduates, so you focus on one module at a time.
- Active Indian, Pakistani and Nepalese student societies.
- Overseas campuses in Cambodia and Kazakhstan.
- Optional placement year on many bachelor's and some master's courses.
Careers and graduate outcomes
DMU says its careers offer gives students guaranteed access to work experience, placement years that count towards the degree and career support tailored to each student. Graduates can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the current rules.
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FAQs
How much is a master's at DMU?
Computing, data analytics, AI and cyber security master's courses are £19,600 in 2027/28. Finance courses are £19,500 and engineering master's £19,100. Some business courses still show 2026/27 fees, such as Project Management at £19,000.
Is there a scholarship for Indian students?
In 2026/27 DMU gave eligible international master's students a £3,000 Global Access Scholarship (£3,500 for the Global MBA) if they paid the deposit on time, plus £500 for paying in full. Check the page for 2027/28 terms.
How much deposit do Indian students pay?
It depends on your state. Students from Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat pay the full first-year fee before the CAS. Others pay at least £10,000 if using Medium of Instruction, or 50% of the net first-year fee with an English test.
Can I start in January?
Yes. Data Analytics, AI, Computing, Cyber Security, the Global MBA, Project Management and the engineering master's courses list January starts. Some January routes last 16 or 18 months.
Is accommodation guaranteed?
Yes, for new international students. Rooms in DMU's seven halls cost £95 to £180 a week in 2026/27.
Sources
- De Montfort University: international tuition fees and deposits (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: Data Analytics MSc (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: Global Access Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: entry requirements by country (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: South Asia (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: accommodation prices 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: international student accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- De Montfort University: THE University of the Year 2026 shortlist news (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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