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Every year over 2,700 international students choose to study at De Montfort University, Leicester. The institution is a recognised for its teaching excellence achieving Gold in the UK-Government endorsed Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Additionally, the International student support team are on hand to provide students with support and guidance before, during and after their studies. There are many benefits in helping students settle in to life in Leicester including, welcome week, airport pick-ups and the buddy scheme.  

Leicester is a city located in the East Midlands with a rich history alongside many modern and contemporary successes. The city is one of the best-connected cities in the country and happens to be one of the most sustainable locations in the UK with over 130 parks and open spaces. Living in Leicester students will be able to experience a range of independent and local shopping options, brilliant music and festival scenes, and many coffee shops and cafes. 

Finding the perfect place to live whilst studying is very important. Students have the option to choose from 13 halls of residences provided by the university, within easy walking distance from the university campus and the city centre. All of the institution's halls are self-catered, and vary in terms of contract lengths to suit individual needs. International students are guaranteed accommodation, subject to meeting the university’s qualifying criteria. 

De Montfort University, Leicester has a wide range of courses available to all students including a range of foundation courses, English courses, research degrees and undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Students will be able to choose courses from a variety of departments within the institution, this includes, Art and Design, Business, Computing, Engineering, Humanities, Law, Media, Performing Arts and Science Courses. 

Each course has a specific set of entry requirements that students will need to meet in order to be eligible to study at the institution. The university accepts qualifications from all over the world, students whose qualifications are not in English may need to get translated copies to submit their application. For particular courses, portfolios, interviews and auditions may be required. Additionally, in order to study at any university in the UK must provide an English language qualification. 

Tuition fees for international students vary depending on the following factors, the course or the department and any additional course costs whether they are optional or mandatory. Tuition fees vary by course, so it is important that students research their chosen course thoroughly in order to ensure they can pay their tuition fees as well as cover their living costs. 

International Students who wish to apply to study at De Montfort University, Leicester may apply directly to the university. Students may download and complete an application form and return it to the admissions team via email with all the relevant documents. Alternatively, students may apply to study at the institution via UCAS.