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University of Leicester

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world rank  288

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Overview

Established in 1957, the University of Leicester is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Leicester (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Leicester is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Leicester offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 67-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. University of Leicester also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Leicester's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Leicester's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Leicester' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Leicester's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1957 Origins date back to 1921 as Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland University College
Motto Ut Vitam Habeant
So that they may have life
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official University of Leicester general video presentation.

University Location

Address University Road
Leicester
LE1 7RH East Midlands
United Kingdom
University of Leicester's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Leicester Phone Number +44 (116) 252 2522
University of Leicester Fax Number +44 (116) 252 2200

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Leicester's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Leicester's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Leicester: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Leicester's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Leicester's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Leicester.

University of Leicester: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Leicester's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Leicester's admission information.

University of Leicester's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Leicester's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Leicester a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Leicester's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Leicester's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Leicester has more than 4900 international students.

University of Leicester's Admission Office Admission Office

University Road
Leicester LE1 7RH
(116) 252 5281


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Leicester's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Leicester.

University of Leicester's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Leicester has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Leicester's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Leicester's Control Type Control Type

University of Leicester is a public higher education institution.


University of Leicester's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Leicester is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Leicester's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


University of Leicester's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Leicester does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Leicester's main facilities:


University of Leicester's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Leicester's Library


University of Leicester's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Leicester's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University of Leicester's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Leicester's main services:


University of Leicester's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Leicester's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Leicester's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Leicester's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Leicester's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Leicester's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Leicester's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Leicester is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1957


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Leicester's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Geological Society
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS)
  • Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM)
  • Institute of Measurement and Control (InstMC)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of Leicester as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Leicester's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Leicester 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Leicester's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Leicester's Facebook page University of Leicester's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Leicester's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Leicester's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Leicester's YouTube channel University of Leicester's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Leicester's Instagram page University of Leicester's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Leicester's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

University of Leicester's Wikipedia article

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