About the university
The University of Leicester opened in 1921 as a college founded as a war memorial, and received its Royal Charter as a university in 1957. Genetic fingerprinting was invented here by Sir Alec Jeffreys in 1984, and in 2012–13 a Leicester team identified the remains of King Richard III under a city car park.
Leicester is known for law, business, medicine and life sciences, space science and criminology. Its campus is just south of Leicester city centre, next to Victoria Park.
Leicester is one of the UK's most diverse cities, with a very large Indian community, Diwali celebrations on the Golden Mile that are among the biggest outside India, and easy access to Indian food and groceries. London is about an hour away by train.
Course fees for 2027 entry could not be confirmed for this page; check each course on the university's website, or ask our counsellor for the latest figures.
- Founded
- 1921 as Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland College; Royal Charter as a university in 1957
- Type
- Public research university
- Total students
- About 17,200 (17,170 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 33% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 14.2 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Main intake
- September
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=314 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
=209 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
33rd of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September and January
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September and January
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
MSc Accounting, Finance and Management
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September and January
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
Master of Engineering Management (MEM)
- Fee / year
- £24,500
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September and January
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
MSc Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September and January
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
MSc Actuarial Science with Data Analytics
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £24,250
- Duration
- 1 year full time
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Check the course page (Leicester sets IELTS by course)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| MSc Advanced Computer Science | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| MSc Accounting, Finance and Management | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| MSc Management | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| Master of Engineering Management (MEM) | 1 year full time | £24,500 | ≈ ₹29.9 lakh |
| MSc Advanced Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| MSc Actuarial Science with Data Analytics | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 lakh |
| MSc Data Science (Geospatial) | 1 year full time | £24,250 | ≈ ₹29.6 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 University of Leicester with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- One-year master's at any UK university
Chevening Scholarships
Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee
Eligibility: Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Master's linked to development
Commonwealth Master's Scholarships
Value: Full tuition, return airfare and a monthly stipend
Eligibility: Indian citizens nominated through an approved national nominating body.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate and postgraduate
University of Leicester scholarships
Value: Varies by award
Eligibility: The university offers scholarships for international students; check the current awards for India on its website.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Each course page lists its entry requirements and accepted international equivalents, including Indian Class 12.
- UCAS lists IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) for BSc Computer Science starting in 2027.
- Apply through UCAS. Leicester's institution code is L34.
Postgraduate
- Master's courses usually ask for a UK 2:2 or 2:1 honours degree or an international equivalent; check the course page.
- Apply online directly to the university.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (undergraduate)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (postgraduate)
- Personal statement
- English test score
- References
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 | Set by course; for example, UCAS lists IELTS 6.0 for BSc Computer Science (2027 entry). |
Accommodation and living costs
Leicester has university halls close to campus and in the Oadby student village. Check prices for 2027-28 on the university's accommodation pages. The figure below is the amount UK Visas and Immigration expects you to have for living costs.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Money you must show for the Student visaOutside London, for up to 9 months, for applications from 30 November 2026 | £1,203per month | ≈ ₹1.5 lakh |
Campus and location
The main campus is about a mile south of Leicester city centre, beside Victoria Park.
- Most teaching is on the main campus; many halls are in Oadby, a short bus ride away.
- Leicester railway station has trains to London St Pancras in about an hour.
- East Midlands and Birmingham airports are within reach.
Careers and graduate outcomes
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.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 2027 | 18 months (bachelor's and master's) | GOV.UK |
| Students per staff member | 14.2 | THE World University Rankings 2027 |
Studying in the UK
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the UK. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
What are Leicester's fees for 2027?
We could not confirm 2027 fees for this page. UCAS says undergraduate fees for 2027/28 have not yet been published. Check the course page or ask our counsellor.
Is Leicester a good city for Indian students?
Leicester has one of the UK's largest Indian communities, Indian food and groceries across the city, and large Diwali celebrations on Belgrave Road's Golden Mile.
What is Leicester known for?
Law, business, medicine and life sciences, space science and criminology. Genetic fingerprinting was invented here.
Can I work after graduating?
Yes, through the UK Graduate visa: 18 months for bachelor's and master's graduates who apply from 1 January 2027.
Sources
- University of Leicester: India (opens in a new tab)
- UCAS: University of Leicester BSc Computer Science (2027) (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: University of Leicester (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
- GOV.UK: Student visa – money you need (opens in a new tab)
- GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)
Official website: le.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)
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