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University of West London

London, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1992

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1992

Type

Public

Location

London, United Kingdom

THE World University Rankings 2027

1401–1600 in the world

About the university

The University of West London traces its roots to the Lady Byron School, founded in Ealing in 1860. It became Thames Valley University in 1992 and took its current name in 2011. Its main site is on St Mary's Road in Ealing, with further sites in Brentford and Reading.

UWL is known for career-focused teaching in hospitality, aviation, music, nursing, computing and business. It won a Queen's Anniversary Prize for hospitality education in 2009, and the university says it ranked second among London universities for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2026.

For Indian students, UWL offers some of the lower master's fees in London: most one-year master's courses cost £17,750 for a September 2027 start. Many courses also run with a placement year or as Extended Master's routes for students who need more preparation, and an early-payment bursary can take £3,500 off a master's fee.

Ealing is a green, residential part of West London, with central London a few stops away on the Tube and Heathrow Airport to the west. As a London university, students need to budget for London living costs.

Roots
Traces its history to the Lady Byron School, founded in 1860; university status in 1992 as Thames Valley University, renamed University of West London in 2011
Type
Public university
Total students
About 16,150 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
60% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Student–staff ratio
23.4 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Campuses
St Mary's Road in Ealing (main), Brentford (Paragon) and Reading
Intakes
September and February for most master's courses; Extended Master's options also start in June and October

Rankings

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    1401–1600 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    83rd 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 Computer Science1 year full time (2 years with placement)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MSc Artificial Intelligence1 year full time£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MSc Business Analytics1 year full time (16 months from February)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MSc Cyber Security1 year full time (16 months from February; placement option)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MSc International Business Management1 year full time (16 months from February)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MBA Master of Business Administration1 year full time (2 years with placement)£19,750≈ ₹24.1 lakh
MSc Applied Project Management1 year full time (16 months from February)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 lakh
MSc Software Engineering1 year full time (placement and internship options)£17,750≈ ₹21.7 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

  • Master's

    International Tuition Fee Bursary: master's (September 2027)

    Value: £3,500 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Overseas fee-paying students who pay £10,000 of tuition upfront by 2 July 2027. Not for online courses. Can be combined with the Early Settlement Discount.

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  • Enhanced Extended Masters

    International Tuition Fee Bursary: Enhanced Extended Masters

    Value: £5,000 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Overseas fee-paying students who pay £10,000 upfront by the deadline for their intake (1 December 2026 for February 2027; 2 July 2027 for September 2027).

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  • Bachelor's

    International Tuition Fee Bursary: undergraduate

    Value: £2,000 off tuition fees, repeated in later years if conditions are met

    Eligibility: Overseas fee-paying students who pay £10,000 upfront by the deadline. Later years need 100% assignment submission, 80% attendance and no fee debt.

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  • Undergraduate or postgraduate, first year

    International Ambassador Scholarship

    Value: £1,000 towards first-year tuition fees

    Eligibility: International students selected as International Ambassadors.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Indian Standard 12/HSC with a minimum average of 65%, depending on exam board.
  • Students below 65% can be considered for a degree with an integrated foundation year.
  • A recognised foundation course is also accepted.

Postgraduate

  • An Indian bachelor's degree (three or four years) with more than 55% from a recognised college or university.
  • Many courses ask for a related subject, for example computing for MSc Computer Science and MSc Cyber Security, or a quantitative background for MSc Business Analytics.
  • Extended Master's and Enhanced Extended Master's routes add preparation time; Enhanced Extended Master's accepts IELTS 6.0.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (for postgraduate)
  • English test score, or Class 12 English marks if you use that route
  • Personal statement
  • £2,000 non-refundable tuition deposit before your CAS

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic (UKVI centre)Master's: 6.5 with 5.5 in each skill. Undergraduate and Enhanced Extended Master's: 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill.
PTE AcademicMaster's: 58 with 51 in each skill. Undergraduate: 51 in all components.
TOEFL iBT (test centre only)Master's: 4.5 overall (4.5 in writing, speaking and one other skill, 4 in the remaining skill). Undergraduate: 4 overall.
Duolingo English TestMaster's: 120 with 100 in each subscore. Undergraduate: 105 with 100 in each subscore. A video call is also required.
Class 12 English70% or above in Standard 12 English for undergraduate courses, and 75% or above for postgraduate courses.

Accommodation and living costs

UWL works with private providers near its sites. Booking through UWL means no deposit and no agency fees, and utility bills are included. Contracts are usually 51 weeks. London rents are much higher than in other UK cities.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
The Paragon, Brentford: classic en suiteFrom £263 on a 51-week contract or £290 on a 41-week contract£263–290per week≈ ₹32,086 – ₹35,380
The Paragon, Brentford: premium en suiteFrom, 41-week contract£295per week≈ ₹35,990
Chapter White City, East Acton: studioFrom, 51-week contract£320–325per week≈ ₹39,040 – ₹39,650
The Paragon, Brentford: studioFrom, 51-week contract£370per week≈ ₹45,140
Money you must show for the Student visaLondon, for up to 9 months, as shown on GOV.UK in October 2026£1,529per month≈ ₹1.9 lakh

Campus and location

The main St Mary's Road site in Ealing has been transformed with more than £200 million of investment in teaching, library, leisure and study spaces. A free shuttle bus links Ealing with the Brentford site and partner halls.

  • St Mary's Road, Ealing: library, Heartspace social area, students' union, gym and teaching spaces.
  • Brentford (Paragon) site with student accommodation, about 10 minutes from St Mary's Road.
  • Reading campus for nursing and health courses, including a nursing simulation centre.
  • Home to the West London Food Innovation Centre and the Heathrow Archives.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Many UWL master's courses can be taken with a placement or internship. 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
Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 202718 months (bachelor's and master's)GOV.UK
International students as a share of all students60%THE World University Rankings 2027

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FAQs

How much is a master's at UWL?

Most one-year master's courses cost £17,750 for international students starting in September 2027, or £17,250 for a February 2027 start. The full-time MBA is £19,750. Placement routes cost more because they last two years.

Can I reduce the fee?

Yes. If you pay £10,000 upfront by 2 July 2027, a September 2027 master's student gets a £3,500 bursary. Undergraduates get £2,000, and this can repeat in later years.

Does UWL accept Class 12 English instead of IELTS?

Yes, for many courses. You need at least 70% in Standard 12 English for undergraduate courses and 75% for postgraduate courses.

When can I start?

Most master's courses start in September and February. Extended Master's routes also start in June and October.

What IELTS score do I need for a master's?

IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each skill for standard master's courses. Enhanced Extended Master's routes accept IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each skill.

Sources

  1. UWL: MSc Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
  2. UWL: MBA Master of Business Administration (opens in a new tab)
  3. UWL: international entry requirements for India (opens in a new tab)
  4. UWL: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. UWL: international scholarships and bursaries (opens in a new tab)
  6. UWL: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  7. UWL: our history (opens in a new tab)
  8. UWL: our facts and achievements (opens in a new tab)
  9. THE World University Rankings 2027: University of West London (opens in a new tab)
  10. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
  11. GOV.UK: Student visa – money you need (opens in a new tab)
  12. GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)

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

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