How much does it cost to study in the UK as an international student?

British universities are among the best in the world. Academic institutions use this prestige as a marketing tool to attract hundreds of international students. It should not be forgotten that the UK is one of the most expensive countries in the world in which to study. How much does it cost to study in the UK for an international student? This question will be the focus of today's article.

Tuition fees in the UK

Tuition fees in the UK are set by the government for local students and by academic institutions for international students. Fees vary according to the candidate's level of study, the university and the subject studied. 

Tuition fees for undergraduate study in England range from £11,400 to £38,000 per year. It should be noted that undergraduate study in England, Wales and Northern Ireland lasts three years, and four years in Scotland.

For the second and third cycles, fees vary between £9,000 and £30,000 per year. 
Apart from tuition fees, the international student should add the cost of living and health insurance imposed by the British government.

It is important to note that the UK government recently increased tuition fees for local students. This increase is likely to be replicated in international students as well

Cost of living

According to the British Council's official website, the average cost of living in the UK for an international student is £15,600-16,800 per year if you live in London and £10,800-15,600 in the rest of the UK. When applying for your visa, 
You will need to prove that you have enough money to support yourself, unless you have been in the UK on a valid visa for at least 12 months at the date of your application. The amount you need depends on where you will be studying:

• 1,334 GBP per month (up to nine months) for courses in London,
• GBP 1,023 per month (up to nine months) for courses outside London.

National Health Service (NHS) Surcharge

The exact amount you pay depends on the duration of the visa you are granted. A visa may last longer than your course of study or period of employment. You will have to pay £776 per year, or £1,552 for a 2-year visa.