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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

York St John University · York, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience

Tuition / year

£12,000 (≈ ₹14.6 lakh)

Intakes

February; September

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Course overview

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at York St John University in York, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience, with intakes in February; September.

York St John University is a public institution, ranked 108th of 130 in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
UniversityYork St John University (Public)
LocationYork, United Kingdom
CourseMaster of Business Administration (MBA)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience
Tuition per year£12,000 (≈ ₹14.6 lakh)
IntakesFebruary; September
English requirementIELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £12,000 a year, about ₹14.6 lakh.

2027-28 fee; the 2-year course with a placement year is £15,600 in total. Taught in York and London

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Limes Court, standard or large room44-week contract (£5,808 to £6,248 a year)£132–142per week≈ ₹16,104 – ₹17,324
The Grange, rooms37 or 44-week contracts£132–180per week≈ ₹16,104 – ₹21,960
St John Central, en-suite or studio41-week contract (£7,380 to £9,389 a year)£180–229per week≈ ₹21,960 – ₹27,938
University Managed Housing45-week contract (£8,235 to £8,685 a year)£183–193per week≈ ₹22,326 – ₹23,546

Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Career outcomes

Graduate employment

85.6%

Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24

Average (median) salary

£35,500

≈ ₹43.3 lakh a year

Median annualised earnings

Job roles

  • Business analyst
  • Management consultant
  • Project manager
  • Marketing executive
  • Human resources officer
  • Supply chain manager

Employers hiring for these roles worldwide

  • Deloitte
  • PwC
  • EY
  • KPMG
  • Accenture
  • McKinsey & Company
  • Amazon
  • Unilever
  • Procter & Gamble
  • IBM

Eligibility

General entry requirements at York St John University for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • An Indian bachelor's degree with 50% or higher, or a second class degree.
  • Some Masters need a degree in a related subject; the MBA also asks for current or recent work experience.
  • Deposit of 50% of the first year's tuition (or 50% of the full fee for a 2-year Masters) before the CAS.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.0 overall with no skill below 5.5 for most courses. Some courses ask for more (for example MA TESOL 6.5).
PTE Academic59 overall with 59 in each skill.
TOEFL iBT75 overall (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 20).
Duolingo105 overall (Reading 100; Speaking, Writing and Listening 95).
Class 12 English (undergraduate)AISSC (including English Core, English Communication or Functional English) 60%; CBSE/CISCE 60%; other state boards 65%.

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Intakes

This course starts in: February; September.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
  • English test score, or Class 12 English marks for undergraduate entry
  • Personal statement
  • CV and work experience evidence (MBA)

Scholarships

  • International undergraduate scholarship (York campus)

    UG

    Value: £1,000 in the first year

    International fee-paying students on any undergraduate course at the York campus. Not available on one-year top-up degrees.

    Official page
  • Early payment discount

    PG

    Value: 5% off tuition

    International postgraduate taught students at York and London who pay 95% of the full course fee before enrolment.

    Official page
  • Alumni discount

    PG

    Value: Reduced postgraduate fees (see the alumni scholarships page)

    York St John graduates progressing to a Masters.

    Official page
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About York St John University

York St John University is a public university in the centre of York, in the north of England. It opened in 1841 as a college for training schoolteachers and became York St John University in 2006. It gained research degree awarding powers in 2015 and opened a London campus in 2018.

Indian students look at York St John mainly for one-year Masters with low fees: most international Masters cost £12,000 for September 2027 entry, and many add an optional Professional Experience year. Computing, data science, AI, project management, public health and healthcare management Masters are taught at the London campus. The MBA runs in both York and London.

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FAQs

What is the fee for Master of Business Administration (MBA) at York St John University?

The tuition for international students is £12,000 a year (about ₹14.6 lakh). 2027-28 fee; the 2-year course with a placement year is £15,600 in total. Taught in York and London. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is Master of Business Administration (MBA)?

The course takes 1 year full time; 2 years with Professional Experience.

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 with no skill below 5.5. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: February; September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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