Top 5 Low Cost Universities in the UK and their Courses

Introduction

Many students desire to study in the United Kingdom, but the cost of tuition can often be a barrier. Fortunately, numerous universities provide great education at very affordable prices. The following list looks at low-cost universities in the UK, covering their many courses and programs. Whether you're interested in the arts, sciences, or business, there are several options that provide great value without sacrificing educational quality.

 

Courses	Average Fees
UG	INR 10.34 L - 21.25 L
PG	INR 9.95 L - 21.25 L

Cost per year*

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1. Staffordshire University  

Renowned for its fields of science, Staffordshire University was founded in 1992 as a public university in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, UK. The university has grown to become one of the top 100 universities in the United Kingdom. The institution is recognized for its cutting-edge research facilities and high-quality education for its students.

Average Tuition fees

Course	Average Fees
Nursing & Healthcare Programmes	£19,000
Law LPC	£14,000
MBA	£16,750
Master of Business Administration	£11,000
MSc Computer Science (full-time)	£16,750 per course
Standard postgraduate taught courses	£16,750

Cost per year of study*

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2. Teesside University  

Teesside University is ranked in the 801-1000 band of global universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020. These include almost 1,400 universities across 92 countries, standing as the largest and most diverse university rankings ever to date.

Average Tuition fees

Courses	Average Fees
Full-time Undergraduate degree	£15,000
Full-time Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip)	£14,250
Postgraduate taught degree (MSc/MA) one-year	£15,000
Full-time MBA one-year	£14,300
Full-time MBA (Applied) two-year master's	£17,000 total (£8,500 per year)

Cost per year of study*

3. Leeds Beckett University  

Leeds Beckett provides high-quality education and skills at reasonable prices. The institution has collaborated with a variety of industries and organizations to ensure that students get the greatest professions after finishing their studies. It has some of the lowest tuition fees among British universities. According to the most recent study, the university moved up 40 positions in the Complete University Guide, 2024, the largest increase of any national table institution.

Average Tuition Fees

Courses	Average Fees
Foundation	£13,500
Undergraduate/Bachelors (most courses)	£14,000
Postgraduate/Masters (most courses)	£16,000

Cost per year of study*

4. Leeds Trinity University  

Leeds Trinity University is a top UK university for teaching excellence, particularly in journalism. Recent graduates rate one-fifth of undergraduate courses as having 100% overall satisfaction. It is also regarded as the safest institution in Leeds and ranks first in Yorkshire and the Humber for student happiness, according to The Times and Sunday Times Good institution Guide 2023. 95% of its graduates find work or continue their education within 15 months (HESA 2023).

Average Tuition fees

Courses	Average Fees
Three-year undergraduate degree course	£12,000 (per year)
Two-year undergraduate degree course	£12,000 (per year)
MA Childhood and Education	£11,500
MA Creative Writing	£11,500
MA Criminology and Criminal Justice	£12,500
MA Family Support	£11,500
MA International Business	£12,500
MA Journalism	£12,500
MBA	£12,500
MA Mental Health in Children and Young People	£11,500
PhD, MPhil or MbR (cost per year)	£12,500
MSc Project Management	£12,500

5. University of Chester  

The University of Chester is an educational facility located in Chester, England. It began as a teacher-training college and eventually became the University of Chester. The institution is affiliated with the Cathedrals Group, the North West Universities Association, the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and Universities UK.

Average Tuition Fees

Courses	Average Fees
Undergraduate	£13,450
Postgraduate	£14,250
MBA	£14,500
MA Social Work	£17,000 (full course)
MRes/MPhil/PhD (Classroom)	£13,643
MRes/MPhil/PhD (Laboratory)	£17,574