Bachelor's Universities in United Kingdom
160+
Universities
600,000+
International Students
2 years
Graduate Route Work Visa
3 universities
(Imperial #2, Oxford #4, Cambridge #5)
QS 2026 Top 10
£524
+ IHS £776/year
Visa Fee
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Studying for a Bachelor's Degree in United Kingdom
Choosing where to study for your bachelor's degree in United Kingdom means weighing academic reputation, entry requirements, tuition, and life as an international student. Below is a quick guide to help you plan your application with confidence.
- Entry requirements. Most universities in United Kingdom ask for your high-school diploma and transcript, proof of English (usually IELTS or TOEFL), and — for selective programs — standardised tests such as the SAT. Requirements vary by institution and field.
- Tuition & living costs. Annual tuition and living expenses differ widely by city and program. Compare fees, scholarships, and on-campus vs. off-campus accommodation before you decide.
- Application timeline. Start 12–18 months ahead: shortlist universities, sit any required tests, prepare documents and essays, then submit before each deadline and arrange your student visa.
Dream Uni's advisors help you shortlist the right universities in United Kingdom, get your documents and essays ready, and manage every deadline — from first application to visa.
Universities in United Kingdom
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University of Warwick
Coventry, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 28200
Times Higher Ed.#122
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University of Southampton
Southampton, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 24000
Times Higher Ed.#129
78/ 100Learn More
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Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 25250
Times Higher Ed.#134
66/ 100Learn More
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University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 27200
Times Higher Ed.#143
75/ 100Learn More
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University of Nottingham
Nottingham, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 24000
Times Higher Ed.#145
72/ 100Learn More
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Newcastle University
Newcastle, UK, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 24000
Times Higher Ed.#157
75/ 100Learn More
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University of Leicester
Leicester, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 19700
Times Higher Ed.#163
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University of Exeter
Exeter, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 25050
Times Higher Ed.#170
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Lancaster University
Lancaster, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 23100
Times Higher Ed.#184
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Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom·State
Annual Fee£ 23450
Times Higher Ed.#201
75/ 100Learn More
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2026 data
Cost of Living in United Kingdom
Average monthly student living costs — including accommodation and transport.
| City | Monthly Living | Accommodation | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £1,483 | £700–1,200 | £105 |
| Manchester | £1,023 | £500–700 | £65 |
| Edinburgh | £1,100 | £550–800 | £55 |
| Brighton | £1,150 | £600–900 | £60 |
| Birmingham | £980 | £480–680 | £60 |
Visa process
United Kingdom Student Visa: Step by Step
Application Steps
- Obtain Your CASThe university that admitted you issues a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS); it is a mandatory element of the application.
- Online Application + Visa FeeThe Student Visa form is completed on gov.uk and the £524 visa fee is paid.
- IHS Health InsuranceFor NHS access, the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) — £776 per year (for each year of study).
- Biometrics AppointmentFingerprints + photo at the TLScontact centres in Istanbul / Ankara / Izmir.
- Decision Time3 weeks on average; 5 working days with Priority Service (+£500), 1 working day with Super Priority (+£1,000).
Fees
- healthSurcharge£776/year
- priorityService£500
- visaApplication£524
- superPriorityService£1,000
Required Documents
- ✓Proof of financial means: £1,483/month × 9 months = £13,347 for London
- ✓Proof of financial means: £1,136/month × 9 months = £10,224 outside London
- ✓UKVI-approved IELTS (Academic or UKVI), TOEFL or PTE Academic
- ✓Tuberculosis (TB) test result (Türkiye is on the list)
- ✓Valid passport (min. 6 months at visa expiry)
Popular cities
Most Popular Student Cities in United Kingdom
Londra
UCLImperial CollegeKing's College LondonLSE
Manchester
University of ManchesterManchester Met
Edinburgh
University of EdinburghHeriot-Watt
Brighton
University of SussexUniversity of Brighton
Cambridge
University of CambridgeAnglia Ruskin
Oxford
University of OxfordOxford Brookes
Sources used for this page
- gov.uk — Student Visa(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- gov.uk — Graduate Visa(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- gov.uk — Immigration Health Surcharge(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- gov.uk — National Minimum Wage(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- UCAS — Application Process(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- QS World University Rankings 2026(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- HESA — Higher Education Statistics(last checked: 2026-05-12)
- British Council — English Tests(last checked: 2026-05-12)
All figures have been verified against official sources. Be sure to check the official pages to confirm the information is up to date.
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