De Montfort University

De Montfort University (DMU) has been ranked twice in the top 150 young universities in the world by Times Higher Education (THE) University Rankings. Founded in 1869 in the city of Leicester, England, it is now home to over 22,000 students, including over 2,700 international students from 130 countries.

DMU’s four faculties collectively offer over 300 programmes in fields including arts, engineering, media, business, computing and law. Available at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate levels, the programmes are crafted to develop globally employable skills.

The university received a gold ranking in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2017, reflecting its excellence in teaching quality and student experience. Known for its innovation and research-driven education, DMU adopts international standards and specialists for over 60% of its research. 

Students of DMU have the unique opportunity to participate in international academic trips and volunteering services through the #DMUglobal international experience programme. This programme was also awarded by THE in 2016 under the Outstanding International Strategy category.

Outside of its classrooms, students can benefit from DMU’s three facility centres that boast swimming pools, gyms, sports halls with courts, dance studio, a rock-climbing wall and more. The university has invested GBP 2.5 million in its Beaumont Park centre which includes a 3G sports pitch, grass pitches and clubhouse. Students can also utilise safe and modern accommodation facilities offered by DMU’s 12 halls of residences.

With a dedicated International Student Support Team, DMU provides counselling and network building services to international students. DMU also offers many scholarships and discounts of up to GBP 6,000 for international students based on merit, sports and early application. 

In addition to DMU’s wide alumni network, its global and strategic partnerships with global organisations enhance employability of its students.

There are four separate faculties at De Montfort University, providing over 400 courses from foundation to postgraduate level. All courses commence in September, with several additional start dates in January.

The Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities offers programmes which span architecture, arts, design, fashion, textiles and humanities. Guest lectures have featured Jimmy Choo and Adele Parks.

The Faculty of Business and Law covers accounting, law, politics, business, marketing and more. Courses are tailored to industry needs and include optional study abroad years at partner institutions.

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences provides numerous accredited or professionally-endorsed healthcare courses, sufficiently preparing students with specialist knowledge and skills.

The Faculty of Technology’s course provision ranges from forensic computing to radio production. Plenty of practical experience is incorporated into courses, helping students to develop into graduates with qualities that are highly attractive to employers.

There is also the Leicester School of Pharmacy, which delivers a number of professionally accredited courses, and boasts over 100 years of education.

A number of scholarships are available for eligible international students at De Montfort University (DMU). This includes the Principal’s Scholarship for Leicester Castle Business School, which awards GBP 3,000 to eligible students who have accepted an offer for certain courses taught by the school.

In addition, there are a number of different sports scholarships on offer. Up to GBP 6,000 can be awarded to talented and ambitious individuals.

International students can also take advantage of the early deposit payment scheme, which awards a discount of up to GBP 3,000 to those who pay their deposits far in advance.

DMU allows students to pay tuition fees either in full at the beginning of the course, or through one of the installment plans. Both plans require a payment of 50% of the year’s tuition fees within four weeks of enrolling on a course. The remainder can be paid in either three or seven installments across the academic year.