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University of Huddersfield

Huddersfield, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1992

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1992

Type

Public

Location

Huddersfield, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

=521 in the world

About the university

The University of Huddersfield became a university in 1992, but its origins go back to 1841. It has five academic schools: Applied Sciences; Arts and Humanities; Business, Education and Law; Computing and Engineering; and Human and Health Sciences.

It is known for practical, career-focused courses, optional placement years and a business school with AACSB accreditation. It ranks 1st in the world for Reduced Inequalities and No Poverty in the THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.

For Indian students the main draws are moderate fees, lower living costs and flexible starts. Most taught master's courses cost £18,700 a year, take one year, and start in September or January, and many business courses also start in May. Merit scholarships of £2,000 or £4,000 are considered automatically.

Huddersfield is a West Yorkshire town between Leeds and Manchester. The university says it is a top 10 UK location for affordable student rent, with halls a few minutes' walk from campus.

Roots
Traces its origins to 1841; university status in 1992
Type
Public university with five academic schools
Total students
About 13,300 (13,295 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
29% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Student–staff ratio
20.9 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Campuses
Main campus in Huddersfield town centre, plus a London campus for selected postgraduate courses
Intakes
September and January for most master's courses; many business master's also start in May

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    =521 in the world

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    451–500 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    =68th 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
Data Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Computer Science MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Business Intelligence and Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Cyber Security and Digital Forensics MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
International Business MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Project Management and Operations Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,700≈ ₹22.8 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

  • Taught master's

    International merit-based scholarship (postgraduate taught)

    Value: £4,000 for a First class (Hons) equivalent; £2,000 for meeting the general entry requirements

    Eligibility: Self-funded international fee-paying students on a full-time taught course with at least a 2:2 equivalent who meet the English and academic requirements. Considered automatically and shown in the offer letter. Not for business master's with placement or MA TESOL with Placement.

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  • Bachelor's, each year of the course except the placement year

    International merit-based scholarship (undergraduate)

    Value: £4,000 a year for AAB A-level equivalent; £2,000 a year for meeting the general entry requirements

    Eligibility: Self-funded international fee-paying students on a full-time undergraduate course. Considered automatically. Cannot be combined with other university or external scholarships.

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  • All taught courses

    Early Payment Discount

    Value: £1,000 off the first year's fee

    Eligibility: Students who pay the full tuition deposit by the published deadline (31 October 2026 for the January 2027 intake). Check the page for later intakes.

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  • One-year master's

    Chevening Scholarships

    Value: Full tuition fees and living expenses

    Eligibility: Indian citizens with leadership potential who meet Chevening's criteria. Cannot be combined with the university's merit scholarships.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Indian applicants need at least 65% in Class XII for undergraduate courses, according to the university's India entry requirements.
  • Students who do not meet direct entry can take a pathway programme at the University of Huddersfield International Study Centre.
  • Apply through UCAS; most courses on this page start in September and offer an optional placement year.

Postgraduate

  • Indian applicants need at least 60% in a bachelor's degree for any postgraduate course, according to the university's India entry requirements.
  • Course pages ask for a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent; many business and data courses accept any subject, while computing and engineering courses need a related degree.
  • The MBA also needs at least three years' relevant work or managerial experience.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or another accepted test)
  • Personal statement
  • CV and references where the course asks for them

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic6.0 overall with no element below 5.5 for most courses (online test not accepted). Some courses ask for more: the Business Intelligence and Analytics (Professional Practice) MSc page states 7.0 with no element below 6.5.
PTE Academic59 overall and 59 in each skill (Home Edition not accepted)
TOEFL iBT87 overall (Reading 22, Listening 21, Speaking 23, Writing 21); Home Edition not accepted
Other testsOxford ELLT Global, LanguageCert International and PSI Skills for English are also accepted. Duolingo is not listed.
Medium of instruction letterNot accepted: an approved English test certificate is required.

Accommodation and living costs

HudLets, the university's approved accommodation service run by the Students' Union, lists halls and private housing near campus with no admin fees. Halls are a few minutes' walk from campus and all hall rooms are en suite. The university quotes the prices below; check HudLets for current contracts.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
HudLets halls (bronze room, starting price)£95per week≈ ₹11,590
Average student rent in Huddersfield (university figure)Compared with a UK average of £211£136per week≈ ₹16,592

Campus and location

The main campus sits in Huddersfield town centre, with halls of residence a short walk away. The university has spent £198 million on campus buildings since 2015.

  • Compact town-centre campus with halls a few minutes' walk away.
  • National Health Innovation Campus buildings built to WELL Building Standards.
  • International Kitchen on campus with hot meals from £2.75.
  • A London campus offers selected Huddersfield postgraduate courses for international students.
  • Pre-sessional English and International Study Centre pathways for students who need them.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Many courses offer a placement year or a Professional Practice route with a work placement. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa: 18 months for bachelor's and master's graduates who apply from 1 January 2027.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Postgraduates in work or further study 15 months after graduating98% (UK-domiciled)HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, quoted by the university
Average postgraduate salary 15 months after graduating£38,500 (UK-domiciled, full-time UK work)HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, quoted by the university
Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 202718 months (bachelor's and master's)GOV.UK

Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much is a master's at Huddersfield?

Most taught MA and MSc courses are £18,700 a year for international students (2026/27 fee, shown on the 2027-28 course pages). Business master's with Professional Practice are £19,800 and the MBA is £19,690. Merit scholarships of £2,000 or £4,000 can reduce this.

What marks do I need from India?

At least 65% in Class XII for undergraduate courses and at least 60% in a bachelor's degree for postgraduate courses, according to the university's India entry requirements.

Can I start in January or May?

Yes. Most master's courses on this page start in September and January, and many business courses such as Management MSc and Business Intelligence and Analytics MSc also start in May.

What IELTS score do I need?

Usually 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5. The online IELTS is not accepted, and a medium of instruction letter cannot replace a test.

Do I need to apply for the merit scholarship?

No. Self-funded international students are considered automatically when they apply, and any award is shown in the offer letter.

Sources

  1. University of Huddersfield: Data Science and Applied AI MSc (2027-28) (opens in a new tab)
  2. University of Huddersfield: Management MSc (2027-28) (opens in a new tab)
  3. University of Huddersfield: international fees and funding (opens in a new tab)
  4. University of Huddersfield: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
  5. University of Huddersfield: international entry requirements (India) (opens in a new tab)
  6. University of Huddersfield: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  7. University of Huddersfield: cost of living (opens in a new tab)
  8. University of Huddersfield: about and history (opens in a new tab)
  9. THE World University Rankings 2027: University of Huddersfield (opens in a new tab)
  10. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
  11. GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)

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