Home to over 1300 international students, Worcester offers an excellent environment in which to study, with superb learning facilities and the high quality teaching you need to get the most from your studies. We look forward to welcoming you into our international student and staff community.
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Quality Education
The University has been ranked in the top 5 in the UK for Quality Education in all years of the Times Higher Education’s University Impact Rankings.
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Student Experience
The University was shortlisted for Best Student Experience in the annual Student Nursing Times Awards 2022.
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Employability
96% of Worcester graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022)
Scholarships
Students have to be studying full-time to be eligible for any of the scholarships and bursaries. These scholarships and bursaries do not apply to our graduate entry Medicine MBChB course.
Please note that only one scholarship, bursary or discount can be redeemed by each student with the exception of the early payment discount which can be added to any other amount.
Scholarships, Bursaries & Discounts
Students have to be studying full-time to be eligible for any of the scholarships and bursaries. These scholarships and bursaries do not apply to our graduate entry Medicine MBChB course.
Please note that only one scholarship, bursary or discount can be redeemed by each student with the exception of the early payment discount which can be added to any other amount.
International (Non-EU) Merit Based Scholarship – Undergraduate
Depending on your academic achievement you are automatically awarded a scholarship on full-time programmes, please see the table below for more information.
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• 144 UCAS points or equivalent
• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 1st Class
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3,000 For each year of study with progression
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• 128 UCAS points or equivalent
• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 2:1
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2,000 For each year of study with progression
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• 112 UCAS points or equivalent
• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 2:2
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1,000 For each year of study with progression
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International (Non-EU) Merit Based Scholarship – Postgraduate
Depending on your academic achievement you are automatically awarded a scholarship on full-time programmes, please see the table below for more information.
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• UK 1st Class Honours or 2:1, or equivalent
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3,000 For each year of study with progression (up to 4 years for Postgraduate Research Programme)
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• UK 2:2 or equivalent
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2,000 For each year of study with progression (up to 4 years for Postgraduate Research Programme)
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Undergraduate Academic Achievement Scholarship
The University awards scholarships of £1,000 to eligible undergraduate students in their second and third year of a degree course at the University. Students do not apply for these scholarships as they are awarded to eligible students who achieve 120 credits at Grade A- or higher during the 22/23 academic year.
Sports Scholarship
If you have an outstanding record of achievement in a particular sport and want to combine this talent with study at a university with a proven reputation, then you may be eligible for a sports scholarship at Worcester. Our sports scholarships and bursaries represent a very special partnership with some of the region’s top sports teams, including Worcestershire County Cricket Club (WCCC), Worcester Hockey Club and Worcester Wolves Basketball Club.
Visit the Sports Scholarships page for more details.
Alumni Loyalty Bursary
University of Worcester EU and non-EU graduates who have successfully completed a BA, BSc or LLB award and then move on to a full-time Masters or PhD course at Worcester will receive a 20% discount on their tuition fees if they apply without the help of an agent.
Family/Sibling Bursary
Family/Sibling bursary is available to the sibling, spouse or child of someone who is either currently studying on, or has graduated from, a full-time course at the University of Worcester. The eligible applicants will receive a 15% discount on their tuition fees if they apply without the help of an agent.
Early Payment Discount
A £500 early payment discount is available to International (non-EU) students who pay full tuition fees to the University by 30th September (for September starters) or 31st January (for January starters).
Study Abroad Discount
A 15% study abroad discount is available to International (non-EU) students from a partner University studying an undergraduate full-time course for one year or one semester.
The University of Worcester gave me the confidence I needed to start my career. The amazing support and guidance of lecturers helped affirm my decision to travel abroad to Worcester. Three years at the University of Worcester gave me a great stepping stone into the workplace.
Lauren Pizzicaroli (Canada/BA Creative Writing & Screenwriting)
International Fees Summary
The standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees in the 2025/26 academic year is £16,700 per year.
The standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on a Postgraduate Masters Degree in the 2025/26 academic year is £17,900 per Year.
For more details, please visit our course fees page.
General Entry Requirements
Please use the information below as a guide. Other qualifications, such as work experience, may also be taken into consideration in addition to the requirements listed below and all applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation (FdA/FdSc) courses may ask for a lower grade and some specialist BA/BSc courses may have a higher requirement. Specific course requirements can be found on individual course pages.
Candidates with other qualifications should contact the International Recruitment Office with full details on international@worc.ac.uk, in order to check their eligibility.
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Applicants who have passed the USA High School Diploma with an overall GPA 3.0
The University of Worcester still accepts the SAT, ACT and AP; however, it is now test optional instead of mandatory entry requirements.
Other equivalent English qualifications will be considered.
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Pass the USA bachelor degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 2.7. For English requirements please see our Language Requirements and Support page
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Local Representative
Attending the University of Worcester has opened so many doors for me and granted me so many opportunities for my future. I know that I will fully be prepared for a career in Nursing having attended this university as they provide all the necessary training to make me a qualified Nurse. I’m proud to be a student here.
Lydia Joy (USA/BSc Nursing)
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Visa Applications
For information on visa applications and requirements please see our dedicated Visa, CAS and application webpages.