About the university
Walbrook Institute London is the new name of The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF), a specialist in banking, finance and business education founded in 1879 by banking professionals in the City of London. It has held Taught Degree Awarding Powers since 2010 and teaches on-campus degrees from two buildings near Monument, in the heart of the City.
Indian students look at Walbrook for an 18-month MSc in Business and Management or an MBA in London, with options in artificial intelligence or banking and finance, and for finance degrees taught next to the City's banks. Fees are lower than at many London universities, and Walbrook offers scholarships of up to £4,000 for paying in full. It also runs online degrees, which do not lead to a Student visa.
- Founded
- 1879, by banking professionals in the City of London
- Type
- Private higher education institution with Taught Degree Awarding Powers (since 2010)
- Campus
- 25 Lovat Lane and Peninsular House, City of London (near Monument)
- Intakes
- MSc: October; MBA: November and March; BSc: September
- Teaching quality
- TEF 2023: Silver
- Reach
- Students and alumni in 130+ countries
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5; TOEFL iBT 79; Duolingo 110
- Postgraduate
MSc Business and Management with Artificial Intelligence
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5
- Postgraduate
MSc Business and Management with Banking and Finance
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in London
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- November; March
- English
- IELTS 6.5 with no element below 6.0; TOEFL iBT 88; Duolingo 120
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- November; March
- English
- IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £11,000
- Duration
- 18 months full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- November; March
- English
- IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0
- Undergraduate
BSc (Hons) Banking and Digital Finance
- Fee / year
- £18,500
- Duration
- 3 years full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (6.5, no element below 6.0, for direct entry to Level 5)
- Undergraduate
BSc (Hons) Finance, Investment and Risk
- Fee / year
- £18,500
- Duration
- 3 years full time (on campus, London)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5 (6.5, no element below 6.0, for direct entry to Level 5)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Business and Management | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| MSc Business and Management with Artificial Intelligence | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| MSc Business and Management with Banking and Finance | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) in London | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| MBA Artificial Intelligence | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| MBA Banking and Finance | 18 months full time (on campus, London) | £11,000 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| BSc (Hons) Banking and Digital Finance | 3 years full time (on campus, London) | £18,500 | ≈ ₹22.6 lakh |
| BSc (Hons) Finance, Investment and Risk | 3 years full time (on campus, London) | £18,500 | ≈ ₹22.6 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 Walbrook Institute London with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- PG
Master's scholarship: Group 1 (includes ten Indian states and territories)
Value: £4,000 for paying 100% before enrolment (total £12,500), or £2,000 for paying a £10,000 instalment before CAS (total £14,500)
Eligibility: Students from the EU, USA, Canada and Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Delhi, Goa, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Puducherry, on on-campus MSc and MBA courses.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - PG
Master's scholarship: Group 2 (all other regions)
Value: £4,000 for paying 100% before enrolment (total £12,500)
Eligibility: Students from all other countries and Indian states not in Group 1, on on-campus MSc and MBA courses.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - UG
Undergraduate international scholarship
Value: £2,000 a year (fee falls from £18,500 to £16,500)
Eligibility: International students on the on-campus BSc degrees; the course pages do not set out further criteria.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- UK offers are A levels ABB–BBC (112–128 UCAS points) with GCSE Maths at grade 6/B; Indian Class 12 is assessed for equivalence through ECCTIS (UK ENIC).
- Mature applicants can apply with a CV and a 500–600 word personal statement and may be interviewed.
Postgraduate
- MSc: a 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent; overseas degrees are normally checked through ECCTIS (UK ENIC).
- MBA: a 2:2 degree plus typically 2 years of relevant work experience, or at least 2 years of relevant professional experience alone.
- International applicants complete a short video interview before an offer.
- A first payment of £10,000 is needed before the CAS is issued.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of English (test score or English-medium degree evidence)
- Financial evidence for tuition and living costs
- CV (MBA and mature applicants)
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 | MSc and BSc: 6.0 with no element below 5.5. MBA: 6.5 with no element below 6.0. |
| PTE Academic | 59 with at least 59 in each component (on-campus Master's). |
| TOEFL iBT | MSc: 79 (18 reading, 17 listening, 20 speaking, 21 writing). MBA: 88. |
| Duolingo | MSc: 110 with no component below 100. MBA: 120 with no component below 110. |
| English-medium degree | A degree taught and assessed entirely in English may be accepted, with a letter or transcript as evidence. Class 12 English is not listed. Student visa rules may still require a SELT. |
Accommodation and living costs
Walbrook has no halls of its own. It partners with International Students House (ISH) in central London and also points students to private rentals. No prices are published on its campus page.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Walbrook's London campus is two buildings a short walk apart in the City of London: Peninsular House and 25 Lovat Lane, three minutes from Monument station.
- Student Centre with city views, group rooms and quiet study spaces.
- Library with e-library access and a Study Skills hub.
- Personal tutor, free counselling and 24/7 wellbeing support.
- Careers coaching and paid student ambassador roles.
- London Bridge is about 6 minutes' walk away.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Walbrook's roots are in professional banking education, and it is based among City firms. See our UK guide for the Graduate Route.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Career outcomes | 12th in the UK | Walbrook About us page, citing the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2024 |
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FAQs
How much does a Master's at Walbrook cost?
On-campus MSc and MBA courses cost £16,500 in total for 18 months. Paying in full before enrolment earns a £4,000 scholarship, bringing it to £12,500.
Which Indian states get the Group 1 scholarship options?
Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Delhi, Goa, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Puducherry. Group 1 students can also choose a £10,000 first payment with a £2,000 scholarship.
When are the intakes?
MSc courses start in October, MBA courses in November and March, and BSc degrees in September.
Do online degrees lead to a Student visa?
No. Walbrook says online study needs no visa. Only the on-campus London degrees issue a CAS for a Student visa.
Sources
- Walbrook: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: international students (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: fees for international students (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: on-campus degrees (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: how to apply to study in London (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: MBA in London (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: About us (opens in a new tab)
- Walbrook: your London campus (opens in a new tab)
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