Can I study in the UK without IELTS?

Some universities accept other evidence of English in certain cases, but an IELTS or PTE score gives you the widest choice of courses.

Can my family come with me?

Only in limited cases. Since January 2024, most taught master’s students cannot bring dependants; postgraduate research students can.

How much money do I need to show?

Your remaining first-year tuition plus living costs for up to nine months, held for 28 consecutive days. We calculate the exact figure for your course.

Study destination

Study in the United Kingdom

One-year master’s degrees, three-year bachelor’s degrees and universities with long academic records.

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Main intakes: Sep, Jan
Bachelor’s: 3 years
Master’s: 1 year
English tests: IELTS, PTE

Why study in the United Kingdom

The UK is one of the most popular choices for students from Bangladesh. Most master’s degrees take one year, which keeps the total cost of tuition and living lower than a two-year programme, and there are two main intakes a year.

Shorter degrees
A master’s usually takes 12 months and a bachelor’s three years (four in Scotland), so you finish and start working sooner.
A wide choice of universities
Research universities, modern universities and specialist institutions, in large cities and smaller towns with lower living costs.
Two intakes a year
Most universities take students in September and many again in January, which gives you time to prepare.
Work after you graduate
The Graduate Route lets eligible graduates stay and work after their course.

Universities

Leading universities in the United Kingdom, with what each is known for
University	Known for
King’s College LondonLondon	Law, health sciences
University of ManchesterManchester	Business, engineering
University of BirminghamBirmingham	Engineering, medicine
University of LeedsLeeds	Business, computing
University of GlasgowGlasgow	Medicine, engineering

Also on our list

Anglia Ruskin University
Coventry University
Northumbria University
Teesside University
Ulster University
University of East London
University of Greenwich
University of Hertfordshire
University of Portsmouth
University of Sunderland

Intakes and deadlines

September
Classes start
September
Apply
October to June
The main intake. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS.
January
Classes start
January
Apply
June to October
Fewer courses, popular for master’s degrees.
May
Classes start
May
Apply
November to February
Offered by some universities.

Tuition and living costs

Typical figures for international students. Fees and visa amounts change every year, so a counsellor confirms the current figures for your course.

Bachelor’s tuitionMedicine and some London courses cost more.: £12,000 to £25,000 a year
Master’s tuitionFor a one-year course.: £13,000 to £30,000
Living costs, LondonShown for up to 9 months for the visa.: £1,483 a month
Living costs, elsewhereShown for up to 9 months for the visa.: £1,136 a month

Entry requirements

English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 to 6.5 overall for most courses
- Some universities accept PTE Academic or other evidence
Academic
- Bachelor’s: HSC or equivalent, often with a foundation year for lower results
- Master’s: a relevant bachelor’s degree with the CGPA the course asks for
Visa
- A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your university
- Funds held for 28 consecutive days
- A tuberculosis test certificate from an approved clinic

How to apply, step by step

01
Choose courses
Shortlist universities by subject, budget and entry requirements.
02
Take an English test
IELTS Academic, or another test your universities accept.
03
Apply
Through UCAS for undergraduate courses, directly to the university for postgraduate ones.
04
Meet your offer conditions
Send final results and pay the deposit to receive your CAS.
05
Prepare funds and the TB test
Hold the required funds for 28 days and get a TB certificate.
06
Apply for the Student visa
Online, followed by a biometrics appointment.

Student visa

You apply online after receiving your CAS, up to six months before your course starts, then attend a biometrics appointment in Bangladesh.

Visa application fee: £524
Immigration Health SurchargePaid with the application, for the length of the visa.: £776 a year
Processing timeAfter the biometrics appointment.: About 3 weeks

Documents you need

Valid passport
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
Bank statements showing funds held for 28 days
Tuberculosis test certificate
Academic documents listed on the CAS
English test result, if required
ATAS certificate, for some science and engineering courses

Working during and after study

While you study
Up to 20 hours a week during term for degree-level study, and full time during vacations.
After you graduate
The Graduate Route, for eligible graduates. The government has announced a shorter route from 2027, so we explain the rules that apply to your intake.