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Tawjihi with an average of 50% in four relevant subjects is accepted for the Foundation Year; Engineering and Business and Social Science pathways also need 50% or more in Maths.
Partner university · Chester, United Kingdom
University of Chester
A university with roots as one of England's oldest teacher training colleges, founded in 1839, now broad across health, business and the sciences.
GESCO is listed as an official representative on the University of Chester's websiteFrom GBP 14,950Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1839Higher education institution
About the university
Why students choose the University of Chester
A university with roots as one of England's oldest teacher training colleges, founded in 1839, now broad across health, business and the sciences.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
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Photos: University of Chester, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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Tawjihi plus foundation
Tawjihi with 50% overall (a pass in each subject) plus an accepted UK International Foundation Programme with 55% or more gives entry to year one of a bachelor's.
Community college diploma
A three-year community college diploma from a recognised institution with 60% or above is accepted for year one entry.
Master's
A bachelor's equivalent to a UK 2:2 (CGPA 2.5, 68% or C+) is required; courses asking for a 2:1 need higher grades.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked November 2026.
Fees
What the University of Chester costs in 2026/27
Graduate Entry Medicine (MBChB) GBP 46,000 a year. The foundation year of a four-year bachelor's is GBP 11,250. All undergraduate and 12-month taught postgraduate students are eligible for an International Scholarship Award.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at chester.ac.uk. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateGBP 14,950per year
PostgraduateGBP 15,500 - 15,700per year
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Chester
Data Science BSc Hons
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Accounting and Finance BSc Hons
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Business Management BA Hons
Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Chester, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Chester is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Chester: common questions
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Tawjihi with an average of 50% in four relevant subjects is accepted for the Foundation Year; Engineering and Business and Social Science pathways also need 50% or more in Maths.
How much does the University of Chester cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026/27 start from GBP 14,950 a year and go up to GBP 14,950, depending on the course. Graduate Entry Medicine (MBChB) GBP 46,000 a year. The foundation year of a four-year bachelor's is GBP 11,250. All undergraduate and 12-month taught postgraduate students are eligible for an International Scholarship Award.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Chester?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Chester.
Where is the University of Chester?
The University of Chester is in Chester, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1839.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Chester?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Chester directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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