Course overview
International Business and Strategic Management MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at lancaster-university in Lancaster, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), with intakes in October.
lancaster-university is a public institution, ranked 164 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | lancaster-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Lancaster, United Kingdom |
| Course | International Business and Strategic Management MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year (full time) |
| Tuition per year | £30,900 (≈ ₹37.7 lakh) |
| Intakes | October |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each element) |
Interested in International Business and Strategic Management MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £30,900 a year, about ₹37.7 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room with shared bathroom (cluster flat, 40 or 50 weeks) | £149per week | ≈ ₹18,165 |
| Room in a four-bedroom house (40 or 50 weeks) | £186per week | ≈ ₹22,631 |
| En suite room (40 or 49 weeks) | £203–206per week | ≈ ₹24,817 – ₹25,142 |
| Single studio (40 or 50 weeks) | £241per week | ≈ ₹29,446 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at lancaster-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Most master's courses on this page ask for a 2:2 honours degree (UK or equivalent); some ask for a relevant subject, such as computing or finance.
- Lancaster treats Indian degrees as follows: first class 70% to 85%, 2:1 60% to 80%, 2:2 55% to 75%, depending on the university.
- There is no application fee for postgraduate study starting in 2027.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each element).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill for the master's courses on this page; undergraduate courses ask for 6.0 to 6.5 with 5.5 in each component. |
| PTE Academic | 58 overall with 50 in each skill (for the IELTS 6.5/6.0 band); test-centre tests only. |
| TOEFL iBT | 87 overall (19 reading, listening and speaking, 22 writing) for tests before 21 January 2026; 4.5 overall with 4 in each skill after. |
| Class 12 English | Indian Standard XII English at 80% or above, or 75% or above from CBSE and ISC boards. Punjab and Haryana state board English is not accepted. |
Intakes
This course starts in: October.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Degree transcripts and certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score or Class XII English result
- Personal statement
- References where the course asks for them
Scholarships
Postgraduate India Scholarship
Taught master's, 2027 entry (full time, on campus)
Value: £10,000 off tuition fees
Nationals or permanent residents of India with a first or 2:1 average (or equivalent) who accept an offer for 2027. Considered automatically; can be combined only with the Alumni Loyalty Scholarship.
Official pageUndergraduate India Scholarship
Undergraduate
Value: £3,000 off tuition fees each year of study
International students from India starting an undergraduate degree.
Official pageEarly Acceptance Scholarship
Taught postgraduate, 2027 entry
Value: £2,000
Eligible international students who accept their place before 23:59 GMT on 7 April 2027.
Official pageMaster's Excellence Scholarship
Taught postgraduate
Value: 15% off tuition fees, up to £4,635
Students with a 2:1 or first-class undergraduate degree (mainly for students not eligible for the India Scholarship).
Official page
About lancaster-university
Lancaster University is a campus university in north-west England, built at Bailrigg in the 1960s. Every student belongs to one of its colleges, which gives the campus a close community feel. It teaches 29,000 students from over 130 countries, including at partner locations overseas.
Lancaster ranks 10th in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027 and 164th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Its Management School (LUMS) is known for business, finance and marketing, and the university is also strong in data science, statistics and cyber security.
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FAQs
What is the fee for International Business and Strategic Management MSc at lancaster-university?
The tuition for international students is £30,900 a year (about ₹37.7 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is International Business and Strategic Management MSc?
The course takes 1 year (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each element). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: October. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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