It’s widely known that UK university tuition fees are divided into Home Fees and International Fees, but how much do they actually differ? Let’s take a closer look.
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Home Fees for Local Students
You often hear that local students pay £9,250 per year, but is that always the case? In reality, tuition fees for local students in the UK depend on where they live before enrolling and where they attend university. The maximum fees for the 2024/2025 academic year are as follows:
1) For students living in England:
A. Studying in England: £9,250
B. Studying in Scotland: £9,250
C. Studying in Wales: £9,250
Studying in Northern Ireland: £9,250
2) For students living in Scotland:
A. Studying in England: £9,250
B. Studying in Scotland: Free (for those eligible for SAAS funding) / £1,820 (for those not eligible)
C. Studying in Wales: £9,250
Studying in Northern Ireland: £9,250
3) For students living in Wales
A. Studying in England: £9,250
B. Studying in Scotland: £9,250
C. Studying in Wales: £9,250
Studying in Northern Ireland: £9,250
4) For students living in Northern Ireland:
A. Studying in England: £9,250
B. Studying in Scotland: £9,250
C. Studying in Wales: £9,250
D. Studying in Northern Ireland: £4,750
International Fees for Non-Home Status Students
Students without Home Status are required to pay International Fees. With approximately 166 universities across the UK, fees vary widely between institutions and even across different courses at the same university. To give you a general idea, here’s a list of 20 universities with the most affordable International Fees.
Top 20 UK Universities with the Lowest International Fees
After searching through various local websites and forums, when people discuss which universities have the lowest international student fees, several names consistently come up. Below, we have listed 20 of these universities.
1) Wrexham Glyndwr University
- Undergraduate degrees start at £11,750
2) Buckinghamshire New University
- Undergraduate degrees range between £12,000 and £14,000
3) Leeds Trinity University
- Undergraduate (excluding Nursing) £12,000
– BSc Nursing (Adult) / BSc Nursing (Mental Health) / BSc Nursing (Learning Disabilities) £14,500
4) Liverpool Hope University
- Undergraduate degrees £13,000
5) University of Cumbria
- BA, BSc, LLB degrees £13,575
– Bachelors degree in Social Work and pre-registration Health programmes (Diagnostic Radiography / Midwifery / Nursing / Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy) £16,400
6) University of Chester
- Undergraduate degrees £13,950
7) York St John University
- Undergraduate degrees between £14,500 and £15,000
8) University of Suffolk
- Undergraduate degrees £14,610
9) University of South Wales
– Business or Creative Industries Degree £14,950
– Computing, Engineering, Sciences or Education Degree £15,260
10) Royal Agricultural University
- Undergraduate degrees £15,300
11) University of Bedfordshire
- Undergraduate degrees £15,500
12) University of the West of Scotland
- Undergraduate degrees £15,500
13) University of Bolton
- Most degrees £15,950
14) Leeds Beckett University
- Most degrees £16,000
15) University of Sunderland
- Undergraduate degrees £16,000
16) Ulster University
- Most undergraduate degrees £16,320
17) Staffordshire University
- Undergraduate degrees £16,750
18) Coventry University
- Courses range from £16,800 to £20,050
19) Teesside University
- Most degrees £17,000
20) University of Greenwich
- Most degrees £17,000
The Most Expensive UK Universities for International Students
For those seeking the highest-ranked universities, here are the top 10 UK institutions with the highest International Fees:
1) University of Oxford
- Non-medical degrees £38,550 to £48,620
- Medical degrees £43,670 (Year 1-3) to £57,690 (Year 4-6)
2) Imperial College London
- Non-medical degrees £37,650 to £40,940
- Medical degrees £51,950 to £53,700
3) University of St Andrews
- Non-medical degrees £30,160
- Medical degrees £36,990
4) University College London
- Undergraduate Degrees £28,100 to £37,500
- Medical degrees £50,300
5) London School of Economics and Political Science
- Undergraduate Degrees £26,184 to £28,176 (no medical programs)
6) Durham University
– Undergraduate Degrees £25,750 to £31,250 (no medical programs)
7) University of Cambridge
- Non-medical degrees £25,734 to £39,162
- Medical degrees £67,194
8) University of Warwick
– Undergraduate degree £24,800 to £50,430
– Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery £28,930 (Years 1) to £50,430 (Years 2-4)
9) Loughborough University
– Undergraduate Degrees £23,000 to £28,600 (no medical programs)
10) University of Bath
– Undergraduate degree £22,800 to £28,800 (no medical programs)
Conclusion
International tuition fees in the UK range from as low as £11,750 to as high as £67,194 per year, with medical courses being the most expensive. Non-medical international tuition can go up to £30,000 to £40,000 annually, while local students pay a maximum of £9,250 per year. Expensive universities are often traditional, prestigious institutions, while more affordable options tend to be lesser-known schools. Keep in mind that these figures only cover tuition, and students may also face additional living costs if studying away from home. When planning for your child's education, it's essential to account for these expenses in your financial planning.
For those who qualify for Home Fees, tuition alone can cost £27,750 for a three-year program. Whether the family or the student covers the costs, it’s crucial to understand the financial commitment involved. Some may feel £27,750 is a manageable expense, but not everyone has the financial resources to cover it easily, especially after other expenses like immigration fees. Hopefully, this article has provided a clearer understanding of university costs, helping families plan their finances more effectively.
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