About the university
Keele University was founded in 1949 as the University College of North Staffordshire, the first new university of the 20th century, and received its Charter in 1962. It is a campus university with over 15,000 students on 600 acres of Staffordshire countryside.
Keele is one of only 15 broad-based English universities with TEF Gold in both 2017 and 2023, and it says its research on musculoskeletal disorders is No. 1 in the world. Its alumni number over 100,000 in 120 countries.
Indian students mostly choose one-year master's courses in computing, AI and data science, business analytics, management, finance and public health. Most of these cost £18,900 for 2027/28, can start in September or January, and come with an optional 6–12 month placement. A Postgraduate Global Scholarship of £3,000 to £5,000 is available, and international students who apply by 30 June get guaranteed campus housing.
Manchester and Birmingham are about an hour away, and campus rents start well below London levels.
- Founded
- 1949 as the University College of North Staffordshire; Charter as the University of Keele in 1962
- Type
- Public campus university
- Total students
- Over 15,000
- Campus
- Single 600-acre campus in the Staffordshire countryside, about an hour from Manchester and Birmingham
- Teaching
- TEF Gold in both 2017 and 2023
- Intakes
- Most master's courses start in September or January; undergraduate courses start in September
Rankings
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
54th in the UK
The Guardian University Guide (UK) 2027
55th in the UK
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- See course page (English language qualification required)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
Financial Technology (FinTech) MSc
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
- Postgraduate
Accounting and Financial Management MSc
- Fee / year
- £18,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in all components)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Computer Science MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Business Analytics MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Management MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Project Management MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Financial Technology (FinTech) MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 lakh |
| Accounting and Financial Management MSc | 1 year (full time); with placement +6–12 months | £18,900 | ≈ ₹23.1 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 Keele University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Taught postgraduate
Postgraduate Global Scholarship (international) 2027
Value: £3,000 to £5,000 one-off tuition fee discount
Eligibility: International students on eligible postgraduate taught courses (see the scholarship terms).
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Postgraduate
Keele Alumni Discount (international)
Value: 20% tuition fee discount (10% for online courses)
Eligibility: Keele graduates progressing to postgraduate study.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate
Keele UG Global Scholarship 2027
Value: £3,000 tuition fee discount
Eligibility: International undergraduate students (see the scholarship terms).
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate (advanced entry)
Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG) 2027
Value: £3,000 tuition fee discount
Eligibility: International students entering an undergraduate course with advanced standing.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Computer Science, for example, asks for an average of 70% in four subjects in ICSE, CBSE or West Bengal Standard XII, or 75% from other boards; Biomedical Science asks for 75%/80% with science subjects.
- Standard XII Maths is required for some courses, such as Computer Science.
- Students who do not meet direct entry can take an International Foundation Year at Keele University International College.
Postgraduate
- Most master's courses ask for 55% or a CGPA of 6/10 in a degree of three years or longer (three-year Indian degrees accepted).
- MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) asks for 60% or a CGPA of 6.5/10 in a health science or exercise degree of at least three years.
- International students can only study full time. 2026/27 places (including January 2027) are closed to international applicants on many courses, so apply for September 2027 or January 2028.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test score or Standard XII English result
- Personal statement
- Reference
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 | Group A (most bachelor's degrees): 6.0 with 5.5 in all components. Group B (most master's): 6.5 with 5.5. Group C: 6.5 with 6.0. Group D (e.g. physiotherapy): 7.0 with 6.5. |
| PTE Academic | Group A 59 (54 in each component); Group B 62 (54 in each); Group D 69 (62 in each). |
| TOEFL iBT | New scale: Group A 4; Group B 4.5; Group D 5, with component minimums. |
| Indian Class 12 English | Accepted if it is your most recent English study and within 5 years: 70% in ICSE or CBSE English, or 75% from accepted state boards (including Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal). |
Accommodation and living costs
All September-entry international students who apply by 30 June are guaranteed a room on campus, with the option to stay for the whole course; January 2027 entrants are guaranteed a room if they apply by 6 December 2026. Postgraduates take 51-week contracts. Prices below are 2026/27 weekly rates.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Plus room (51 weeks)£7,393.47 for 51 weeks | £145per week | ≈ ₹17,686 |
| Standard shared flat (51 weeks)£8,107.47 for 51 weeks | £159per week | ≈ ₹19,394 |
| En suite room (51 weeks)£9,946.02 for 51 weeks | £195per week | ≈ ₹23,792 |
| Superior en suite (51 weeks)£11,830.98 for 51 weeks | £232per week | ≈ ₹28,302 |
Campus and location
Keele has one self-contained 600-acre campus with forests and lakes, where teaching buildings, halls, shops and sports facilities are all within walking distance.
- Central Science Laboratory worth £34 million, with a full floor of computer labs.
- The campus is used as a testbed for real-world research, such as the SIMULATE smart highways project.
- About an hour from Manchester and Birmingham.
- Keele University International College runs foundation and pre-master's routes.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Most master's courses offer an optional 6–12 month placement after the taught part, and many bachelor's degrees have a placement or international year. For post-study work rules see our UK country guide.
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Keele?
For 2027/28 entry, most master's courses on this page cost £18,900 for international students. The MPH is £17,800 and MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) £21,600 a year. A placement year costs extra (£2,010 for 2027/28 entrants).
Can I start in January?
Yes, most master's courses have September and January starts. Many courses are closed to international applicants for 2026/27 (including January 2027), so the next options are September 2027 or January 2028.
Does Keele accept Class 12 English instead of IELTS?
Yes, if it is your most recent English study and within five years: 70% in ICSE or CBSE English, or 75% from accepted state boards.
Is accommodation guaranteed?
Yes. September-entry international students who apply by 30 June are guaranteed a campus room. A standard shared flat costs £158.97 a week in 2026/27.
Are there scholarships?
The Postgraduate Global Scholarship gives £3,000 to £5,000 off tuition for international master's students, and the UG Global Scholarship gives £3,000 off for undergraduates.
Sources
- Keele: MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (fees 2026/27 and 2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: postgraduate tuition fees (international students) (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: BSc Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: January start postgraduate courses (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: English language requirements (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: postgraduate bursaries and scholarships (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: undergraduate bursaries and scholarships (international) (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: accommodation fees (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: guaranteed accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: about and history (opens in a new tab)
- Keele: rankings and league tables (opens in a new tab)
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