Fees and Funding
Typical international (non EU) tuition fees shown are for a single year of study (2007/2008). Please remember that tuition fees will increase each year, although normally only at a rate equivalent to inflation.

Sample Programme Fees
Undergraduate programmes - £7,368
Taught Masters programmes - £7,879 - £8,391
MPhil/PhD programmes - £7,879
Foundation Programme for International Students - £6,100
Pre-Sessional Course in English for Academic Purposes (4 weeks) - £710 - commences

International Scholarships
British Universities offer a small number of International Scholarships for non-EU students. These are offered on a competitive basis and successful candidates are awarded a part remission of fees. Scholarships constitute a yearly reduction in tuition fees of no more than £1,000 per annum, normally for the duration of the course, subject to a satisfactory annual performance review. Applications are considered only when a firm offer of a place has been made. The deadline for application is normally in July, although late submissions might be accepted until the second week of August.

Other sources of funding
Other sources of funding may well be available for your chosen course of study and we would strongly recommend that you seek advice in your country of origin. The British Council offices may be able to advise you of possible awards. Details of their offices world-wide are listed at:
www.britishcouncil.org/home-contact-worldwide.htm  

Details of additional scholarship awards available to International students can be found at:
www.britishcouncil.org/learning-funding-your-studies.htm
Cost of Living and Studying in Britain

Accommodation
Accommodation charges for the last academic year (2006-07) are shown below:

Self-catering standard accommodation (shared bathroom facilities): £75.04 per week (40 week contract)
On-Suite: £82.39 per week (40 week contract)
Deluxe On-Suite: £86.17 per week (40 week contract)
Part-board accommodation: from £97.86 per week (30 week contract)
Living ExpensesAs well as funds to pay for your tuition fees, you will need enough money to support yourself whilst studying. Basic living expenses for one year (based on a twelve month stay) are approximately £7350.

£3750 - University Hall of Residence/private accommodation
£1600 - Food
£400 - Personal/leisure
£300 - Books/equipment
£1000 - Travel
£300 - Other expenditure

NB!
Please note that these figures are only approximate, as they depend on a student’s personal lifestyle. Costs will be lower if you return home over the summer vacation. Sources of funding Many international students pay for their courses privately, but study can be costly and some need to apply for scholarships or grants which must be accomplished prior to study to secure entry into the U.K. The British Government, Charities and other organisations provide a number of scholarships and awards to assist international students studying here. The following is a flavor of possible sources of funding for International students.

Students from the United States of America should note that many British Universities are eligible to certify loan applications for the Federal Family Education Loan Programme (FFELP).

Canadian Students should be aware that many British Universities are also able to process any documentation that requires official College certification as part of an application for financial assistance.

Guide to Funding
There is a basic guide to possible sources of funding for international students who want to study in the UK produced jointly by the British Council, UKCOSA and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The guide is entitled "Studying in the UK: Sources of funding for international students" and can be downloaded from the UKCOSA web site.

Postgraduate Study
British Council - offers details on scholarship schemes. Students should apply in their own country. (if there is no British Council the British Embassy or High Commission can assist) 

British Chevening Scholarships
(Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office)
Selection is carried out by British Embassies and High Commissions in consultation with a British Council Director. Some awards are jointly funded with private companies, trusts and other organisations. Contact - the scheme is advertised in the countries where the awards are offered. U.S. citizens are not eligible.

Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan
(Funded by the Department for International Development and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office)

Scholarships are mainly awarded for postgraduate study or research but exceptions are made in some circumstances for undergraduate study. Grants are for 1-3 years and cover, travel, tuition and living expenses. Contact - Commonwealth Universities Yearbook

Overseas Research Awards Scheme (ORSAS)
(Funded by the Department for Education and Skills D.F.E.S)
These grants are for postgraduate students undertaking full-time study for a higher degree as registered research students at British Universities. Selection is on merit and research potential. Awards meet the difference between home and overseas level of tuition fees only. Contact Postgraduate Admissions (Taught Masters) or the Research & Innovation Centre (Research Degrees).

Fulbright Scholarships
(Funded by the Department for Education and Skills and the US Government)
Awards for U.S. graduate students studying in the U.K. No restrictions on age or subject. Awards made on a competitive basis and for an initial 9 months but may be extended to 1 year - Contact - The Fulbright Commission.

Undergraduate students
Most scholarships for study in the U.K. are for postgraduate courses but the Commonwealth Scholarship fellowship Plan and the DFID Shared Scholarship Scheme are sometimes willing to consider applications from undergraduates.

European Union
Provide schemes to promote the exchange of students and academic staff within Europe such as SOCRATES and LEONARDO programmes. The EU sometimes offers grants to students from developing countries - Contact E.C Brussels.

EU students
EU students may be eligible for assistance with their tuition fees and should apply to the Department for Education and Skills (DfES). It is expected that application forms will be distributed by UCAS.Non-UK EU students are not eligible for a UK student loan, supplementary grants, hardship loans or Access funds.If you would like to know more about the financial support that may be available, you should contact the Student Support Division at the DfES website.

International Agencies
UNESCO and WHO operate schemes for developing countries - Contact own Government Ministry of Education.

Voluntary Organisations
Religious bodies and charities award scholarships but hey are very specified and tailored to individual needs. The British Council or UKCOSA could advise. Most appear only to offer small amounts in the final years of study.

Other Useful Links:
British Council
A guide for international students listing grants to study in the U.K. from Directory of Social Change Prospects website for general information on funding
The Arts and Humanities Research Board includes information on grants in this field -
Scholarship Search UK have an on-line search facility to enable students to locate undergraduate funding
Education UK

What is my Fee Status?
For fees purposes students are classified as either "Home" (UK/EU) or as "Overseas". The tuition fees that are charged to these two categories of student are significantly different and it is important that you know which category you fall into. To be eligible for Home (UK/EU) fees you must normally be a national of an EU country and have been ordinarily resident within the European Economic Area (EEA) during the three years immediately preceding the start of your programme. Alternatively, you must have permanent residency rights in the UK and have been ordinarily resident in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man during the same period. In both instances, absences in connection with temporary employment are permitted. Students whose residence in the EEA or the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man has been primarily for full-time educational purposes are ineligible to pay fees at the UK/EU rate.

A number of additional categories of student are eligible to pay fees at the Home (UK/EU) rate. If you wish to ascertain in advance of submitting your application whether you fall into the overseas fee category you are invited to write to the Registrar for advice.
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How Can I Pay my Tuition Fees?
English language courses and Foundation Programme for International Students
Students applying to any of these programmes are asked to send a deposit with their application (£500 for the Foundation programme or £200 for other full-time courses). The remainder of the tuition fees are payable at enrolment or within the first week of joining the course.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes

Overseas students can pay tuition fees either:
In full at enrolment or
In two equal instalments, with payment deadlines at the beginning of each semester (term). Please note that payment by instalment should be agreed with the Finance Office at enrolment.

EU students can pay tuition fees either:
In full at enrolment or
In two equal instalments, with payment deadlines at the beginning of each semester (October and February). To pay by instalments, EU students will be charged an extra £15 administrative charge with their first instalment

Methods of payment
Payments will be accepted:
By cash at the Finance Office counter
By cheque in pounds Sterling and drawn on a UK Clearing Bank (payable to Sterling Education’ or to the chosen college)
By debit card (e.g. Switch) or credit card (e.g. Visa/MasterCard)
By bank transfer. Please note that this option is only available to Overseas Students. For further details please contact Sterling Education.