About the university
Queen Mary University of London is a public research university in east London and a member of the Russell Group. Its history goes back to 1785, and it now teaches across the full range of subjects, from engineering and computer science to law, business, medicine and dentistry.
It is best known for medicine and dentistry, law, economics and its School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. Most master's courses take one year full time and start in September.
Indian students look at Queen Mary for a Russell Group degree in London at fees that are a little lower than at some central London universities. The university says more than 1,500 students from South Asia, including India, enrolled in 2024. Global scholarships of £5,000 to £8,000 are open to international master's students.
The main Mile End campus sits beside Regent's Canal in east London, with its own halls of residence. Some halls are in nearby Stratford, and postgraduate law is taught in central London at Lincoln's Inn Fields.
- Roots
- History dating back to 1785, growing from charitable institutions in London's East End
- Type
- Public university, a member of the Russell Group and of the University of London
- Total students
- About 24,800 (24,760 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 46% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 13.7 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Campuses
- Five campuses in London, with Mile End the main one and Whitechapel the medical and dental hub
- Intakes
- September for most courses; a few master's courses (for example MSc Management and MSc Marketing) also start in January
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
103 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
=129 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
40th of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Conversion Programme) MSc
- Fee / year
- £34,650
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027; January 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time); a CFA pathway is also offered
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £36,950
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Conversion Programme) MSc | 1 year (full time) | £34,650 | ≈ ₹42.3 lakh |
| Data Analytics MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| Advanced Computer Science MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| Artificial Intelligence MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| Business Analytics MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| Management MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| Finance MSc | 1 year (full time); a CFA pathway is also offered | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 lakh |
| International Business MSc | 1 year (full time) | £36,950 | ≈ ₹45.1 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 Queen Mary University of London with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Master's
Global Excellence Scholarship (postgraduate taught, September 2027)
Value: £8,000 off tuition fees
Eligibility: International (overseas fee status) offer holders on an eligible master's course with a first-class honours degree or overseas equivalent. Rolling allocation; applications open October 2026.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's
Global Talent Scholarship (postgraduate taught, September 2027)
Value: £6,000 off tuition fees
Eligibility: International offer holders on an eligible master's course with at least a 2:1 honours degree or overseas equivalent. One form considers you for all three Global scholarships.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's
Global Merit Scholarship (postgraduate taught, 2027)
Value: £5,000 off tuition fees
Eligibility: International offer holders on an eligible master's course with at least a high 2:2 honours degree or overseas equivalent. Pre-master's programmes are excluded.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Standard XII is used for direct entry. As a guide, an AAA offer equals 85% from CBSE/ISC, 80% from the West Bengal board and 90% from other state boards; A*AA equals 90%, 85% and 95%.
- Typical offers vary by course: AAA for BSc Computer Science and BSc Business Management, AAB for BEng Mechanical Engineering (with Mathematics and Physics or Chemistry).
- Students with 60% to 80% in Standard XII may be considered for the International Foundation Year.
- Apply through UCAS (institution code Q50).
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree of at least three years from a selected institution. As a guide, a UK 2:1 equals 60% to 70% and a 2:2 equals 50% to 60%; the exact mark depends on your university.
- Offers for Indian applicants may be made on the GPA scale.
- The Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.) is not accepted for master's entry.
- Most master's courses on this page ask for a 2:1; the Data Science and AI conversion course is for STEM graduates from outside computing.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Degree certificate and transcripts for each university qualification (or results to date)
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score, or CBSE/ISC Class 12 English marks where accepted
- Personal statement
- References or CV where the course asks for them
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 | Most master's courses and business, economics and finance degrees: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each skill (Band 4). Computer science and engineering bachelor's degrees: 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill (Band 3). |
| PTE Academic | Band 4: 71 overall with 65 in each skill. Band 3: 65 overall with 59 in each skill. |
| TOEFL iBT | Band 4: 92 overall with 21 Writing, 19 Reading, 18 Listening and 21 Speaking (0–120 scale, tests up to 20 January 2026), or 4.5 on the new 1–6 scale. |
| Class 12 English (CBSE/ISC) | Accepted instead of a test: 70% in Class 12 English for Band 4 courses, 60% for Band 3. Selected state boards are also accepted. Must be within 7 years of the course start. |
Accommodation and living costs
Queen Mary has halls at Mile End, Stratford, the Student Village and Whitechapel. For 2026-27, single rooms cost £176.75 to £329.07 a week, including energy, water, Wi-Fi and contents insurance. Undergraduate contracts start at 38.3 weeks; postgraduate contracts are for 51 weeks.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Single standard room, shared bathroom (Albert Stern House, Mile End)2026-27; minimum 38.3 weeks | £179–196per week | ≈ ₹21,838 – ₹23,912 |
| Single en suite, Student Village (Beaumont, Creed, Pooley and others)2026-27; minimum 38.3 weeks | £223–229per week | ≈ ₹27,206 – ₹27,938 |
| Single en suite plus, Sherren House (postgraduates only)2026-27; 51-week contract | £251per week | ≈ ₹30,622 |
| Single en suite, Aspire Point (Stratford)2026-27; 51-week contract | £219–284per week | ≈ ₹26,718 – ₹34,648 |
Campus and location
Mile End is one of the few self-contained campuses in central London, with teaching buildings, library, halls and the Students' Union on one site beside Regent's Canal.
- Five London campuses: Mile End, Whitechapel, Charterhouse Square, West Smithfield and Lincoln's Inn Fields.
- The School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science has a newly refurbished Informatics Teaching Laboratory.
- A new six-storey Queen Mary Business School building beside the canal near Mile End station is due in 2027.
- Postgraduate law is taught at the Centre for Commercial Law Studies in Lincoln's Inn Fields, in central London.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Queen Mary has a central Careers and Enterprise team, and many master's courses offer industry-linked projects. East London is close to the City of London and Canary Wharf, two of the UK's largest finance and technology job markets. For post-study work rules, see our UK country guide.
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Queen Mary?
Most business, finance and computing master's courses on this page cost £36,950 for September 2027. Engineering courses are £33,150, and the Data Science and AI conversion course is £34,650.
Does Queen Mary have a January intake?
Yes, for some courses. MSc Management and MSc Marketing list a January 2027 start at £35,250. Most other courses start only in September.
Can I use my Class 12 English marks instead of IELTS?
Yes, in many cases. Queen Mary accepts 70% in CBSE or ISC Class 12 English for Band 4 courses and 60% for Band 3, plus selected state boards. Check your course's band first.
What percentage do I need for a master's?
As a guide, a UK 2:1 equals 60% to 70% from an Indian university and a 2:2 equals 50% to 60%. The exact mark depends on your institution.
Are there scholarships for Indian students?
Yes. The Global Merit (£5,000), Global Talent (£6,000) and Global Excellence (£8,000) scholarships for September 2027 are open to international master's offer holders, depending on your degree result.
Sources
- Queen Mary: Data Science and AI MSc (2027) (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: Management MSc (2027) (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: Computer Science BSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: entry requirements for India (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: accepted English tests and qualifications (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: English bands by school (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: Global Excellence Scholarship 2027 (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: residential fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- Queen Mary: about us (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Queen Mary University of London (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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