About the University of Chester
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Founded in 1839, one of the oldest universities in the UK
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Over 20,000 students from 130+ countries
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Modern facilities, historic buildings, and a strong student support system
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Career-focused programs with placement years, internships, and real-world experience Study in Chester
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Campuses in Chester, Warrington, and Shrewsbury
Why Study in Chester?
✅ Affordable tuition & cost of living
✅ Strong in employability, placements & student support
✅ Recognized for Business, Health, IT, Education, and Media
✅ Safe, beautiful city near Liverpool & Manchester
✅ Welcoming for Indian students, with an active South Asian community
Top Courses for Indian Students
Undergraduate (UG)
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BSc Computer Science / Cybersecurity
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BBA Business Management
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BSc Artificial Intelligence
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BA Media and Film Studies
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BSc Psychology
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BEng Mechanical or Electronic Engineering
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BSc International Tourism Management
Postgraduate (PG)
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MSc Data Science / Cybersecurity
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MBA Global
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MSc International Business
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MSc Public Health
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MSc HRM (CIPD-accredited)
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MA Journalism
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MSc Sports Science
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
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CBSE/ISC/State Board with 60–70%+ in 12th
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IELTS 6.0 overall (5.5 in each section)
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No entrance exams required
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Statement of Purpose (SOP) + 1 Reference
Postgraduate
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Bachelor’s degree with 55–65%+ from a recognized Indian university
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IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 in each section) or TOEFL/PTE equivalent
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CV + SOP + 1–2 References
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Work experience preferred for MBA (but not mandatory)
Tuition Fees (Approx. Per Year)
| Course Type | Fee (GBP/year) |
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| UG Programmes | £13,950–£14,250 |
| PG Programmes | £14,250–£15,500 |
| MBA | £15,250–£16,500 |
Scholarships for Indian Students
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Automatic £2,000–£3,000 International Scholarship
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University of Chester India Scholarship (merit-based)
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Additional country-specific awards may be available
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Chevening, Commonwealth, and other external scholarships are also accepted
Accommodation Options
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On-campus and private housing available
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Rent: £300–£600/month (includes bills in many halls)
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Guaranteed university accommodation for international students
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Safe, walkable city with good transport options
Living Costs in Chester (Approximate/Month)
| Expense | Cost (GBP) |
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| Rent | £400–£550 |
| Food | £100–£150 |
| Transport | £30–£50 |
| Personal | £50–£100 |
UK Student Visa
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Student Route Visa (Tier 4)
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Documents needed:
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CAS Letter from University
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copyright (tuition + £1,023/month for 9 months)
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English test score (IELTS/PTE)
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Academic transcripts
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Visa processing: ~15 working days
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Post-study Graduate Route Visa (2 years) available
Part-time Work & Job Prospects
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Work up to 20 hours/week during term, full-time during vacations
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Strong support from Career & Employability Service
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Paid internships & placements available in business, tech, healthcare
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Chester students have gone on to work in IBM, NHS, BT, KPMG, and UK government roles
Life in Chester
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Historic, Roman city with a beautiful cathedral, river, and walls
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Friendly and student-safe
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Close to Manchester & Liverpool airports (easy India connectivity)
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Indian grocery stores & restaurants available
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Active Indian Society, cultural events, Diwali/Holi celebrations