In the UK, international students pay different tuition fees to students from the UK or European Union (EU). Your fee status determines how much you'll pay. It's decided based on your nationality and where you live.
You’re usually considered an international student if you've not lived in the UK or EU for the last 3 years.
You’re usually considered a UK/EU student if:
From September 2021, students from the EU will pay international fees. They will not be able to get loans or financial help from the UK government.
Your situation might be different from what’s described here. The UK Council for International Student Affairs provides more information on determining your fee status.
We'll assess your fee status when you apply. We use government guidance and the information you provide to make a decision on how much you'll pay.
We'll usually let you know your fee status in your offer letter. Sometimes we might ask you for more information to help us make the right decision.
You can contact the Student Services Centre or the Students' Union if you have any questions about fees or funding.