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International students

At Leicester you will be part of a truly global community of staff and students from over 150 countries.

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At Leicester, you'll join a welcoming and supportive international community, gain career-focused skills and learn from experts in their field.

Choose from a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including flexible postgraduate study with three intakes each year. Combined with generous scholarships and affordable living costs, Leicester offers outstanding value for your future.

Home to people from across the world, our vibrant city makes it easy to feel part of the community from day one. With London just over an hour away and excellent transport links across the UK, Leicester is the perfect place to start your journey.

Find your perfect course

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International scholarships

Browse information about the different scholarships available to you.

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Region-specific information

Entry requirements, visits to your region, online events, and information on student life.

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How to apply

Find out how to make an application to Leicester.

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Visa support

Get information and support for your visa.

Reasons to study at Leicester

A top-rated UK university

Study at a university ranked 25th in the UK in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, rated 5+ QS Stars, and awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, recognising the outstanding experience and outcomes we deliver for our students.

A welcoming and inclusive community

Leicester is one of the UK's most multicultural cities, and our campus reflects this diversity. With students and staff from over 150 countries, you'll be part of a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home.

A more affordable student city

Enjoy excellent value for money while you study in Leicester, one of the UK's most affordable cities, with rent around 67% lower and groceries around 14% cheaper than in London (Numbeo, July 2026).

Career-focused learning

Our degrees are designed to prepare you for your future, with real-world skills embedded throughout your studies. You'll benefit from expert careers guidance during your course and our lifetime careers support guarantee after you graduate.

Careers and Employability service

Dedicated international student support

Our International Student Experience team is here to help you settle into life in Leicester and thrive throughout your studies. From practical advice and welcome events to the Global Lounge, you'll have the support, guidance and community you need from day one.

Global Community

Guaranteed accommodation

Moving to a new country is a big step, so we make settling in easier. As a new first-year student, you're guaranteed an offer of University-managed accommodation, giving you a safe and supportive place to call home from day one.

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Hear what our students love about Leicester

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Travelling to Leicester

Leicester is within easy reach of several international airports - or you can come here by train on the Eurostar.

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Living in Leicester

From our main campus to the city, we know that Leicester will offer you a vibrant and unique setting to spend the coming years.

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Faith-based support

Browse resources for a number of the faith groups represented on campus and in the city.

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Parents and guardians

We know that parents, carers and family members play a key role in providing support to your child when they are considering their next steps after school or college.

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Exchange students

Learn how you can study at Leicester as an exchange student.

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Applicants supported by agents

Find further information on our official university representatives and how they can support your study plans with us.

We change lives, we are Citizens of Change

Gold Award

We have been awarded gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Top 30 in the UK

We are in the top 30 in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), according to analysis by Times Higher Education

25th in the UK

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026

Top 10 for student experience

The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 and The Daily Mail University Guide 2026

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