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University of Buckingham

Buckingham, United Kingdom · Private · Est. 1976

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1976

Type

Private

Location

Buckingham, United Kingdom

Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

124th of 130 UK universities

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About the university

The University of Buckingham, founded in 1976, is a small independent university in the market town of Buckingham. It is the only independent UK university with a Royal Charter and says it pioneered the two-year bachelor's degree, saving students time and money. It describes itself as one of the smallest UK universities, with one riverside campus.

For Indian students the main points are the two-year degrees, January as well as September starts, and English waivers for 75% in Class 12 English from CBSE or CISCE (not Punjab or Haryana). Several one-year MSc courses are £18,000 for September 2027 entry, and the MBA Strategic Leadership is £22,144. Fees vary by course, so check each course page.

Founded
1976
Type
Independent (private) university; the only independent UK university with a Royal Charter (university's About page)
Total students
About 3,700 students (About page text; the page's summary says around 2,700)
Alumni
More than 26,000 alumni in 185 countries
Intakes
September and January for many courses
Course length
Many bachelor's degrees take 2 years instead of 3; most master's 1 year full time

Rankings

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    124th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
MSc Applied Data Science1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
MSc Cyber Security1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
MBA Strategic Leadership1 year full time£22,144≈ ₹27 lakh
MSc Finance and Investment1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
MSc Accounting and Finance1 year full time£18,000≈ ₹22 lakh
BSc (Hons) Business Management and Leadership2 years full time£22,200≈ ₹27.1 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.

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Scholarships

  • Undergraduate

    International Undergraduate High Achiever Scholarship

    Value: £2,500

    Eligibility: International students with AAB at A level or the equivalent in their own country's qualifications.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Postgraduate

    Postgraduate First-Class Scholarship

    Value: 33% off tuition fees

    Eligibility: New UK and international postgraduate students with a first-class bachelor's honours degree.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Class 12 (CBSE, CISCE, state HSC or NIOS) with two subjects at 65% or above and two at 75% or above.
  • Foundation: 12 years of education and Class 12 with four subjects at 50%.
  • Law applicants are normally expected to hold an additional qualification, such as a first degree.

Postgraduate

  • A bachelor's degree from a recognised institution, normally a second class or division (50–64%), equal to a UK 2:2, depending on the school.
  • Some courses ask for more: MSc Applied Data Science and MSc Cyber Security want a 2:1 in a STEM subject and some programming; finance MSc courses want a first or good second in a related subject.
  • The MBA Strategic Leadership accepts a good 2:2 in any subject, and work experience can make up for a lower degree.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts for master's courses
  • English test certificate, or Class 12 English marks for a waiver
  • Personal statement and reference

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS6.5 with at least 6.0 in each component for the bachelor's and data science courses on this page; MSc Cyber Security asks for 6.5. Foundation: 5.5 (5.0 in each) for September or 6.0 (5.5 in each) for January.
Class 12 English waiver75% in English from CBSE, CISCE or the Indian 12th Standard, taken no more than three years before the course starts. Not available for applicants from Punjab and Haryana.
English-medium degreeA degree taught and assessed in English and finished no more than three years before the course can be accepted, with the same Punjab and Haryana exclusion.
PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT (postgraduate)PTE Academic 59–65 with 59 in each component (test centre only); TOEFL iBT 79 (Listening 12, Reading 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21)
Pre-sessional EnglishAvailable for applicants who do not meet the requirement.

Accommodation and living costs

Buckingham has halls at Hunter Street, Moreton Road, Mount Pleasant and Verney Park, with standard, en suite and self-contained rooms. Rent includes Wi-Fi, utilities, heating, contents insurance and communal cleaning, and first-year students are guaranteed a room if they apply by the deadline. Rent is charged weekly and paid each term. Prices below are 2027 weekly rates (1 January to 31 December 2027).

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Standard room (Hailsham House, Caine House, Bateman House and others)About £6,960 on a 48-week licence or £7,250 on 50 weeks£145per week≈ ₹17,690
En suite room (Beloff House, Harris House and others)About £7,920 (48 weeks) or £8,250 (50 weeks)£165per week≈ ₹20,130
Premium en suite (Sunley House, Hailsham House)About £9,360 (48 weeks) or £9,750 (50 weeks)£195per week≈ ₹23,790
Self-contained flat£235per week≈ ₹28,670
Accommodation security bondRefundable when you move out, less any charges£700one-off≈ ₹85,400

Campus and location

The university is on a riverside campus in Buckingham, a small market town, with halls at several sites in the town.

  • Many bachelor's degrees take two years; a September start on a two-year degree runs for two years and one term.
  • Halls are spread across Hunter Street, Moreton Road, Mount Pleasant and Verney Park.
  • Won Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025 for lecturers and teaching quality, student support and postgraduate study in South-East England.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Finishing a bachelor's degree in two years means you can start work or a master's a year earlier. Buckingham does not publish graduate salary figures on the pages we checked. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide.

Graduate outcomes
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Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much does Buckingham cost for international students?

Several one-year MSc courses cost £18,000 for September 2027 entry, the MBA Strategic Leadership is £22,144, and the two-year BSc Business Management and Leadership is from £22,200 a year. Fees differ by course.

What is a two-year degree?

Buckingham teaches many bachelor's degrees in two years instead of three, so you pay tuition and living costs for fewer years. A September start on a two-year degree lasts two years and one term.

Can I skip IELTS with my Class 12 English marks?

Yes, with 75% in English from CBSE, CISCE or the Indian 12th Standard taken in the last three years. This waiver is not available to applicants from Punjab and Haryana.

Does Buckingham have a January intake?

Yes. Many courses, including the MBA, MSc Applied Data Science and the finance MSc courses, start in January as well as September.

Sources

  1. Buckingham: MSc Applied Data Science (opens in a new tab)
  2. Buckingham: MBA Strategic Leadership (opens in a new tab)
  3. Buckingham: MSc Finance and Investment (opens in a new tab)
  4. Buckingham: fees and finance (opens in a new tab)
  5. Buckingham: students from India (opens in a new tab)
  6. Buckingham: scholarships and bursaries (opens in a new tab)
  7. Buckingham: student accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  8. Buckingham: 2027 accommodation prices (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  9. Buckingham: postgraduate English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  10. Buckingham: About (opens in a new tab)
  11. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.buckingham.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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