Bachelor's
Students taking A-levels or the IB can start year one of a bachelor's; students on other curricula are asked to contact the university to discuss entry.
Partner university · Leicester, United Kingdom
University of Leicester
A civic university known for genetics, space research and archaeology, with a strong medical school. Leicester, United Kingdom. Direct entry through GESCO.
QS World #314QS World Rankings 2027
From GBP 22,200Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1921Higher education institution
17,825Students
About the university
Why students choose the University of Leicester
A civic university known for genetics, space research and archaeology, with a strong medical school.
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.
Ways inDirect entryFoundation pathway
Photos: University of Leicester, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Transfer from a Jordanian university
Students transferring from an undergraduate degree at a recognised Jordanian institution are accepted subject to assessment.
Master's
A relevant bachelor's from a recognised Jordanian university, usually graded Very Good (jayyid jiddan) with GPA 3.0 out of 4.00 or 80% and above.
PhD
A bachelor's graded Very Good with GPA 3.0 out of 4.00 or 80% and above, usually in a related subject, plus knowledge of research methods.
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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 and scholarships
What the University of Leicester costs in 2026/27
Medicine (MBChB) GBP 30,150 a year in Years 1-2 and GBP 48,900 in Years 3-5.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at le.ac.uk. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateGBP 22,200 - 26,550per year
International Merit ScholarshipGBP 5,000 off tuition per yearMerit-based award for international undergraduate and taught postgraduate applicants, considered automatically (excludes Medicine, LLB Maitrise and foundation years).
Chancellor's International ScholarshipGBP 3,000 off tuition per yearFor international students who meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree; considered automatically with your offer.
Global Excellence ScholarshipGBP 7,000 off tuitionTen awards for top international postgraduate applicants in the 2026/27 cycle.Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Leicester
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Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence BSc
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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 Leicester, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Leicester 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 Leicester: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does the University of Leicester cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees for 2026/27 start from GBP 22,200 a year and go up to GBP 26,550, depending on the course. Medicine (MBChB) GBP 30,150 a year in Years 1-2 and GBP 48,900 in Years 3-5.
Does the University of Leicester offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. International Merit Scholarship (GBP 5,000 off tuition per year); Chancellor's International Scholarship (GBP 3,000 off tuition per year); Global Excellence Scholarship (GBP 7,000 off tuition). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Leicester?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Leicester.
Where is the University of Leicester?
The University of Leicester is in Leicester, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1921.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Leicester?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Leicester directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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