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University of Surrey

Guildford, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1966

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1966

Type

Public

Location

Guildford, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

=246 in the world

About the university

The University of Surrey received its Royal Charter on 9 September 1966. Its roots go back to Battersea Polytechnic Institute in London, founded in 1891, which moved to Guildford in the 1960s.

Surrey teaches engineering, computing and AI, satellite and space engineering, business, and hospitality and tourism management, and is known for its professional training placements, with more than 2,300 placement partners. It was named Daily Mail University of the Year 2027 for student experience.

Indian students choose Surrey for one-year master's degrees in data science, AI, cyber security, business analytics and finance, many with a two-year 'with placement' option and a February start. Most technical master's cost £26,900 for September 2027.

The university is based in Guildford, Surrey, and offers campus accommodation for postgraduates on 50-week contracts.

Founded
Royal Charter on 9 September 1966; roots in Battersea Polytechnic Institute, founded in 1891
Type
Public research university
Total students
Over 15,000 (university figure)
Placement partners
2,300+ organisations for professional training placements
Campus
Stag Hill campus and Manor Park in Guildford
Intakes
September and February for many master's courses

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    =246 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    21st 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 MSc1 year (2 years with placement)£26,900≈ ₹32.8 lakh
Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (2 years with placement)£29,100≈ ₹35.5 lakh
Business Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£26,900≈ ₹32.8 lakh
Cyber Security MSc1 year (2 years with placement)£26,900≈ ₹32.8 lakh
International Business Management MSc1 year (full time)£21,500≈ ₹26.2 lakh
Master in Management (MiM) MSc1 year (full time)£26,900≈ ₹32.8 lakh
Data Science (Conversion) MSc1 year (full time)£26,900≈ ₹32.8 lakh
Accounting and Finance MSc1 year (full time)£25,800≈ ₹31.5 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

  • Full-time master's starting September or February

    International Excellence Award (postgraduate)

    Value: £5,000 off tuition fees (first year only for two-year courses)

    Eligibility: Self-funded international fee payers of any nationality. Application-based, decided by a panel on a first-come, first-served basis, and must be finalised before your CAS is issued. Deadlines: 8 January 2027 (February 2027) and 20 August 2027 (September 2027). The MBA and some other courses are excluded.

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  • Master's

    Discounts for Surrey graduates

    Value: 20% off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Graduates of the University of Surrey who meet the discount conditions.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Standard XII grades are mapped to A-levels. For example, ABB equals 75% from ICSE/CBSE/ISC, 65% from the West Bengal board or 80% from other boards.
  • You also need 70% in Standard XII English from CBSE or ISC, or 80% from most state boards, and at least 40% in Standard X maths from CBSE or CISCE (50% from a state board).
  • An International Foundation Year is available at the University of Surrey International Study Centre.

Postgraduate

  • For courses needing a UK 2:2 (most master's on this page), you need an overall average of 55% or 60%, depending on your university.
  • For courses needing a UK 2:1, you need 60% or 65%, depending on your university.
  • The MBA also needs at least three years of postgraduate managerial work experience.
  • Pre-Masters programmes are available at the University of Surrey International Study Centre.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • English test score or Class 12 English mark
  • 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 Academic or IELTS OnlineMost master's need 6.5 overall, either with 6.0 in each element (business courses) or with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in the others (technical courses). Computer Science BSc needs 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
Class 12 English70% in Standard XII English from CBSE or ISC, or 80% from the majority of state boards, is accepted where the university considers it sufficient.
PTE Academic67 overall with 64 in each component for the IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each) level; 67 with 64 in writing and 59 in the others for the IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing) level. PTE Academic Online is not accepted.
Duolingo English Test120 overall with 110 in each component for the IELTS 6.5 (6.0 each) level.
TOEFL iBTAccepted, including the Special Home Edition. New-system scores: 4.5 overall with 4.0 in each section for the IELTS 6.5 level.

Accommodation and living costs

University accommodation is on campus in Guildford. Prices include gas, electricity, water and belongings insurance. Postgraduates pay for 50 weeks. You apply by fee band, not by a specific building. Prices below are 2026/27 weekly rates.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Budget room (bands C1–C2)£6,875 to £7,375 for 50 weeks£138–148per week≈ ₹16,775 – ₹17,995
Standard en suite (bands D2–D4)£10,425 to £10,850 for 50 weeks£209–217per week≈ ₹25,437 – ₹26,474
Premium en suite (band E)£12,100 to £12,350 for 50 weeks£242–247per week≈ ₹29,524 – ₹30,134
Self-contained studio (band F)£15,100 to £15,600 for 50 weeks£302–312per week≈ ₹36,844 – ₹38,064

Campus and location

Surrey's main Stag Hill campus and Manor Park are in Guildford, with teaching, research and student accommodation together. The Surrey Research Park is home to more than 100 companies.

  • Professional training placements with 2,300+ partner organisations.
  • Surrey Research Park with more than 100 companies.
  • Stag Hill and Manor Park accommodation on campus.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Placements are a big part of Surrey: many master's courses have a 'with placement' version and undergraduate courses offer a placement year. See our UK guide for post-study work rules.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Undergraduates in work or further study (UK-domiciled, full-time)93%University of Surrey, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026 highlights
Undergraduates in graduate-level roles (UK-domiciled, full-time)81%University of Surrey, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026 highlights

Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much is a master's at Surrey?

Most data, AI-related, cyber security and engineering master's are £26,900 for September 2027 (£25,900 for February 2027). MSc Artificial Intelligence is £29,100 and the MBA is £29,000. Hospitality and tourism courses are £20,700 to £21,500.

What percentage do I need for a master's?

For most courses (UK 2:2), Surrey asks for an overall average of 55% or 60% depending on your university. Courses needing a 2:1 ask for 60% or 65%.

Can I start in February?

Yes. Many master's, including Data Science, AI, Cyber Security and Business Analytics, have a February 2027 start as well as September 2027.

Can I use Class 12 English instead of IELTS?

Surrey may accept 70% in Standard XII English from CBSE or ISC, or 80% from most state boards. Check your course page and offer conditions.

Is there a scholarship for Indian students?

The International Excellence Award gives £5,000 off master's fees to selected self-funded international students. You must apply before your CAS is issued, and places go first come, first served.

Sources

  1. University of Surrey: Data Science MSc (opens in a new tab)
  2. University of Surrey: Artificial Intelligence MSc (opens in a new tab)
  3. University of Surrey: MBA (opens in a new tab)
  4. University of Surrey: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. University of Surrey: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  6. University of Surrey: International Excellence Award (postgraduate) (opens in a new tab)
  7. University of Surrey: accommodation prices 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
  8. University of Surrey: facts (opens in a new tab)
  9. University of Surrey: our history (opens in a new tab)
  10. University of Surrey: graduate employability (opens in a new tab)
  11. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

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