University of London International Programmes
London, England, United Kingdom
from ₹96K/yrTuition
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Guide · updated September 2026
Cheapest Universities in United Kingdom
We compared 150 universities in United Kingdom — typical tuition is ₹6.16 L a year.
Universities150
Typical tuition₹6.16 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹96K – ₹45.1 Llowest course fee
Cities91
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Cheapest Universities in United Kingdom
Ordered by lowest published tuition.
Heriot Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
from ₹1.7 L/yrTuition
1Courses
81.5Accepts
University of the West of Scotland
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
from ₹2.45 L/yrTuition
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Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
from ₹2.85 L/yrTuition
1Courses
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University of Kent
Canterbury, Medway and Tonbridge, United Kingdom
from ₹2.98 L/yrTuition
89.8Accepts
University of Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
from ₹3 L/yrTuition
2Courses
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Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
from ₹3.13 L/yrTuition
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At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of London International Programmes | London, England | — | ₹96K | — |
| Heriot Watt University | Edinburgh, Scotland | — | ₹1.7 L | 1 |
| University College Birmingham | Birmingham, England | — | ₹2.22 L | — |
| Robert Gordon University | Aberdeen, Scotland | — | ₹2.32 L | — |
| University of the West of Scotland | Glasgow, Scotland | — | ₹2.45 L | — |
| University of Chichester | Chichester, England | — | ₹2.46 L | — |
| Glasgow Caledonian University | Glasgow, Scotland | — | ₹2.55 L | — |
| University of Westminster | London, England | — | ₹2.58 L | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best cheapest universities in United Kingdom?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are University of London International Programmes, Heriot Watt University, University College Birmingham, Robert Gordon University, University of the West of Scotland. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in United Kingdom?
Across 150 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹6.16 L a year, ranging from ₹96K to ₹45.1 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in United Kingdom?
University of London International Programmes has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹96K a year.
How many universities are covered?
150 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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