About University of Leicester

University of Leicester Highlights 

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College Info

Leicester University is based in Leicester, England. Established in 1921, the University of Leicester is one of the top universities in the United Kingdom.

It is also a memorial devoted to those who lost their lives during the First World War.

The university offers a number of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. With a world-class infrastructure and highly experienced faculty members, the University of Leicester is a hub for advanced learning. Leicester focuses on research-based education and has collaborated with government departments, various universities and academic organisations.

Leicester offers more than 150 degrees across 30 subjects. The majority of courses include an optional year abroad in one of the 27 other countries.

About 20,000 students have enrolled, of which 1,500 are foreign students from over 80 countries. This is one of the fastest growing colleges in the United Kingdom and is currently undergoing a $300 million campus expansion programme.

The University of Leicester was named 'University of the Year' by Times in 2008 and placed second in the same category in 2014.

The university is renowned for the discovery of genetic fingerprinting and its contribution to the discovery and identification of the remains of King Richard III. Graduated statistics for the University of Leicester indicate that, six months after leaving the university, 96 per cent of students are employed or studying.

Campus 

The main campus is situated south of the city centre, next to Victoria Park and Wyggeston and Queen Elizabeth I College.

Location Specialities 

Leicester is a thriving metropolitan city situated in the very center of the United Kingdom and one of the most accessible for students (NatWest Student Living Index 2018). Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Leicester is only one hour from London by train and is within easy reach of several other major cities and places of interest, including Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Oxford and Cambridge.

Leicester train station is within walking distance of the campus, although there are nearby supermarkets, a cinema complex, local stores, pubs, and restaurants. The closest airport is East Midlands Airport which serves 28 different nations.

The city also ranks among the country's most economical places to stay. For the second year in a row it was ranked top by HSBC in 2015 as being the most accessible university in the UK.

Accommodation

All new students will be guaranteed a seat in university-allocated accommodation if they strongly accept their place offer and apply for accommodation within the defined time period. Catered and self-catered rooms are available, as are studio apartments and shared accommodations.

Awards 

The University has received Times Higher Awards for Outstanding Communication Team and Outstanding Fundraising drive in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and most recently 2013. It is the first university in seven consecutive years to win awards.

Ranking

• 41st in the Times University Guide 2020
• 84th in the Guardian University Guide 2020
• 239th in the QS World University Rankings 2020
• 167th in the Times Higher Education World Rankings 2019

Teaching Quality

The reputation for teaching has been recognised with a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework.

Student Teacher Ratio ( Number of students per staff)

Academic Divisions

• Leicester Medical School
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Psychology
• School of Allied Health Professions

Why University of Leicester

Affordable student destination: Leicester has been known as one of the most affordable student destinations in the UK, 

World Class Teaching: Leicester University has been providing world class education to its students for nearly 100 hundred years.

Employability: Graduate results for Leicester University indicate that 96 per cent of graduates are in work or further study six months after leaving university.

How to Reach? Or Travel

Leicester has a good local bus service which is cheap.

Road links are strong, and there are many coach services that run to other major UK cities. London is 93 miles away and it takes 65 minutes to go on trains.

East Midlands (less than half an hour away) and Birmingham are the closest airports, both serving a range of domestic and international destinations.

University of Leicester Scholarships/Financial Aid

• University of Leicester offers competitive scholarships to international students.
• Some scholarships available to international students include:

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Amount Awarded
President’s Scholarship Scheme	Must be an international applicant	4,000 GBP (for undergraduates) 3,000 GBP (for graduates)
College of Science and Engineering Undergraduate/ Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme	Must be an international applicant	5,600 GBP
ULSB Scholarship Scheme	Must be an international undergraduate student applying for program in School of Business	2,000 GBP (for undergraduates) 3,000 GBP (for graduates)
Family Loyalty Discount	Must be an international student who is the relative of graduate from the University of Leicester	10% fee reduction

Famous Aluminis

•  Jyrki Katainen (Prime Minister of Finland)
• Atifete Jahjaga (President of Kosovo)
• Martin Löb (Mathematician)
• Bob Parr (Multi-Emmy Award winning television producer)

English Language Requirements:

UG:

• IELTS – 6.0 or equivalent, with no modules less than 5.5.
• TOEFL – 80 overall and a minimum of 20 in Writing and 20 in Listening, 20 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
• PTE – 56 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.

PG:

• IELTS – 6.5 or equivalent, with no modules less than 5.5.
• TOEFL – 90 overall and a minimum of 20 in Writing and 30 in Listening, 20 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
• PTE – 61 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.

The Requirements may Defer for some Programs.

For more Details on Entry Requirements, Click HERE.

University of Leicester Highlights

University Type	Public
Establishment Year	1921
Location	Leicester, England
Campus Setting	Urban
No. of campuses	1
On campus accommodation	Available
Accreditation Agency	Athena SWAN Award/ Stonewall Diversity Champion/ Coeliac UK
Mode of Program	Full-time/ part-time/ online

University of Leicester Cost of Attendance

The estimated fee payable by international students for the 2020/2021 academic session is presented on the table below:

Fees	Undergraduate (GBP)	Postgraduate (GBP)
Tuition Fee	14000	19,400 – 21,515
Rent	4,830	4,830
Food	1,750	1,750
Utilities (gas, electric, water)	525	525
Course costs(books & copying)	420	420
Travel	1,200	1,200
Personal	1,400	1,400
Total	28,125 – 32,125	29,525 – 30,925

Note: The above-listed fees are just estimated as the actual amount may be lower or higher than what is listed above.

University of Leicester Application Process

University of Leicester welcomes applications from both EU and non-EU students. There might be additional requirements for international student admissions. Also, specific courses have their own requirements. The standard admission process has been described below.

How to Apply?

The steps to be followed while applying for admission to the University of Leicester are as follows:

Application Fees: 25 GBP for applying through UCAS; Postgraduate application is free for almost all courses. Some postgraduate courses require an application fee.

Application Deadline: UG applicants: UCAS application deadline – June 30; Medicine and Dentistry programs – October 15; PG applicants – Varies according to program

Entry Requirements: The entry requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate applicants must be fulfilled before applying:

• Undergraduate:
  • Completed the standard XII by the ICSE/CBSE, or another recognized state exam board, with at least 75% overall or higher depending on the course.
  • Undergraduate applicants with incomplete entry requirements can apply for an International Foundation Program which provides academic support to help applicants progress to his/her chosen undergraduate degree at the University.
• Postgraduate: A Bachelor's degree with a First class classification and an average of at least 60/75% (depending on the chosen course).

Supporting Documents: The following documents must be submitted at the time of admission:

• Official high school or college/ university transcripts/certificates
• Degree certificates
• References
• Personal Letter
• Program-specific requirements
• English Language Test
• Resume
• Passport details

English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language but providing English language test results. The minimum test scores required are:

Test	Minimum Requirements
IELTS	5.5
TOEFL-IBT	17 (listening); 18 (reading); 20 (speaking); 17 (writing)
PTE	51
CAE	162
CPE	162
Cambridge ESOL	Pass