De Montfort University
United KingdomDo you want to study at a university that has attained the highest possible standard in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for its world-class teaching?
De Montfort University offers to reward eligible prospective international students with the International Scholarship Award for 2023/24 if they are enrolled for a full-time or part-time degree.
The DMU's award-winning Careers Team has already helped students to gain industry experience with companies such as ASOS, Disney, and Rolls-Royce, amongst others!
De Montfort University was named the first-ever University of the Year for Social Inclusion and also enjoyed its ranking among the top 50 universities in the world for sustainability by the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings.
The most popular De Montfort University courses are as follows:
- BA (Hons) Business Management
- BSc (Hons) Computer Science
- BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
Are you anxious about adapting to a new country and academic setting? Do you have questions about whether your chosen university provides resources that recognise and aid students from various backgrounds? Perhaps you're curious to know if attending this university increases your opportunities for securing a favourable international job after graduation?
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Facilities
De Montfort University is based in Leicester and has its origins in the Leicester School of Art, which was established in 1870. Over the years it merged with other colleges and by the late 1960s it was the City of Leicester Polytechnic. In 1992 it became De Montfort University and today it has around 30,000 students including international students from more than 130 countries.
It is ranked in the top 800 global universities in the Times Higher Education rankings. It is also in the top 120 UK universities by the Complete University Guide, The Guardian and The Times/Sunday Times. In the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings it was rated 50th in the world for sustainability.
There has been significant investment in recent years to ensure the De Montfort campus has the modern facilities needed to provide the right education. Business students can enjoy the restored Great Hall of Leicester Castle, while the spectacular Vijay Patel Building is home to art and design students.
De Montfort’s International Student Support Team provides support before, during and after students are there. This includes an international welcome week, free airport pick-ups and a buddy scheme matching international students with local students. There is also free English language support of up to 2 hours a week.
The cost of living in Leicester is low: Leicester was ranked inside the top ten most affordable cities for students to live in the UK, according to a NatWest survey in 2021. It is around 25% cheaper than London on average and only one hour away by train.
New international students (at all levels) who are enrolled full-time on DMU courses are guaranteed accommodation by De Montfort University.
International students have nine different halls of residence to choose from that are all self-catered. All accommodation is within easy walking distance of the redeveloped campus, and prices range from £95 to £156 per week.
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Why De Montfort University?
The university participates in groundbreaking research, such as:
- The development of an AI assistant for older people to manage their health better
- A development that turns waste cooking oil into biofuel
- Exploring funding cuts at third-sector organisations
Picture yourself completing your studies at De Montfort University, equipped with the skills, networks, and self-assurance to thrive in your desired profession. Visualise the sense of accomplishment that comes with earning a degree from a top-notch university celebrated for its excellence. Envision the freedom, personal development, and opportunities that come with university life.
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Location
De Montfort University is situated in Leicester, in the east midlands region of the UK. Known for being a student city, the town centre's shopping centre, multiple restaurants, cinema, and nightclubs are mere footsteps away from the university’s award-winning campus.
Leicester was named the sixth most vibrant city in the UK according to the Top Cities Vibrancy Report, 2023.
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Employability
De Montfort University has been ranked in the top 25 universities for graduate employability in the UK. The average salaries for its international graduates are £27,100 for undergraduates and £38,760 for postgraduates. More than 170 of its courses are accredited by professional bodies, keeping them relevant to industries and helping students get jobs after graduation. Students can benefit from part-time paid work experience through the university’s internship scheme, Frontrunners, or the on-campus recruitment agency Unitemps. There is also an Employability Mentoring scheme providing students with the opportunity to make connections within their chosen industry.
Alumni
Akram Khan
Dancer and choreographerBryan Avery
ArchitectLouis de Bernières
NovelistFAQs
The De Montfort University acceptance rate is between 43-45%.
The De Montfort University employability rate is 97.3%.
The De Montfort University is ranked 801-1000th in the QS World University Rankings, 119th in The Guardian University Guide and 601–800th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
The International Scholarship Award for 2023/24 rewards eligible prospective international students joining a full-time or part-time undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree at De Montfort University in September.
Its Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship is also open to international students, offering De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) graduates a tuition fee discount of 20 per cent.
The Leicester Postgraduate Partnership offers graduates a 20% fee discount on a selection of postgraduate taught courses.
Approx. 2700
No. of international students
Approx. £15,250
Fees
Ranking
by QS
801-1000th
by THE
601–800th
by GUARDIAN
119th
