How much does it cost to study in the UK? | IDP Vietnam

The cost of studying in the UK will vary depending on which country in the UK you choose to live in, what level of study you choose, and what field of study you choose. This is subject to regulation and valuation by the governments of the four single countries in the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland). Generally, courses in Science, Social Sciences, and Humanities are usually lightly costly, while Medicine, Law, or MBA have higher tuition fees.

Unlike in other countries, it only takes you 3 years to complete a Bachelor's degree and one year to get a Master's degree in the UK. This is a factor that helps you save 1 year of living costs, and your total cost of studying in the UK is also lighter than in other countries.

So how much does it cost to study in the UK for 1 year? Based on the latest update, the cost of studying in the UK for 1 year is about 700 million to 1 billion VND. You can see each cost in detail as shown in the table below.

The cost of studying in the UK for 1 year according to the table above always includes the cost of buying books, using library materials, using a series of functional rooms such as gymnasiums, modern computer systems, and printing machines. Therefore, don't forget to find out so that you can take full advantage of the benefits for students throughout the learning process.

Currently, universities in the UK always have scholarships to study in the UK worth from GBP 3,000 to GBP 5,000, from 30% to 100% for a variety of study programs. If you want to own the latest list of scholarships to study in the UK in 2024, please contact IDP for free scholarship-hunting support and guidance!

See more: Study abroad for a Master's degree in the UK

The average cost of housing in the UK ranges from 350 - 900 GBP/month (about 11 - 26 million VND), including all utility bills. The accommodation fees depend on the city and type of house. You can have a look at the table below:

Those who are studying abroad for the first time, will certainly feel overwhelmed when having to keep up with a new environment and new culture. Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of different accommodation types below will help you make a clear financial plan for your choice.

From January 2, 2025, the cost of living in the UK will increase to £10,224 GBP/year for the non-London area and £13,347 GBP/year in London. You can experience the IDP Cost of Living Calculator here.

To balance your studies and daily life, you also need to pay for other expenses such as shopping, entertainment, sports or travel... Take advantage of these discount codes or offers for international students in the UK. Throughout your study journey in the UK, paying attention to managing your expenses is an important skill you need to maintain. In addition, hunting for scholarships and taking advantage of discount programs for international students will help you save money on studying in the UK more effectively.

Related article: How to calculate the cost of living by location in the UK

Most schools in the UK do not charge an application fee, only a few Russell Group schools will charge between GBP 25 and GBP 60.

In the process of preparing your study abroad application, the translation fee for applying for a UK student visa is up to 1,000,000 VND, but you will be free of a translation fee of up to 1,500,000 VND when applying to study in the UK at IDP.

At IDP, the promotions at the time you apply will vary. You can contact IDP to stay up-to-date on the latest preferential policy.

In addition to translation fees, you can take advantage of the free support at IDP to reduce the cost of studying in the UK, including:

Support to book flight tickets at preferential prices

Support for applying for a free student visa

Study abroad route advice: choose a school, choose a course

Introduction and guide to the scholarship hunt from 30-100%

If you are an international student with a study program in the UK lasting more than 6 months, you need to purchase international student health insurance. For those of you who have a shorter study program of less than 6 months, you will not have to buy health insurance.

This costs from £776 per year and you'll have to pay for the total amount of time you study in the UK. When you buy insurance for the duration of your study abroad, you will be able to use the same free health policies as natives under the National Health Service in England (NHS). However, for some diseases related to the eyes, teeth, or treatment of serious diseases, you still have to pay part of the hospital fee.

To study in the UK with courses longer than 06 months, you need to take a Tuberculosis test (TB Test) at clinics designated by the Consular Department. The cost for a visit is 105 USD/time, this certificate will be valid for 06 months from the date of the examination

In addition, experienced consultants at IDP will guide you through the most convenient and fast health check-up process to study in the UK.

You must pay USD 490 to apply for a UK student visa, or an additional USD 500 if you need an urgent visa, which can go up or down depending on the exchange rate and changes of the Consulate.

The processing time for a UK student visa is usually 15 working days, which can be faster or slower depending on the number of applications.

You need to apply for a visa at least 3 months before the admission period to avoid receiving visa results later, affecting your study abroad plans.

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Refer to the experience of studying in the UK from international students

In summary, the average cost of studying in the UK for an international student when studying for a bachelor's degree in the UK will be estimated as:

IDP understands the difficulties of students and parents when preparing documents to study in the UK and many questions that need to be answered. If you want to find out the conditions for studying in the UK in the near future, please contact IDP for answers. Free support services from IDP include:

Consulting on choosing the right school and course, and finding out what the process of preparing a study abroad application includes. IDP supports students in applying for admission to the school and monitor their progress until they receive a confirmation letter from the school.

In addition, IDP is ready to introduce scholarships to study in the UK from 20 - 100% for students who apply at IDP. You will be guided by experts on how to hunt for scholarships, practice interviews, and complete your application for a free UK student visa with a success rate of over 95%.

IDP also accompanies students in finding accommodation, booking air tickets at preferential rates, free phone sim cards (UK), and equipping them with skills before leaving (Pre-departure session). We will connect with you throughout your study abroad journey.

Contact IDP to start consulting on studying abroad in the UK today