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Rankings

QS · 2027#851-900

QS 2027 scores, out of 100

Academic Reputation
7.4
Employer Reputation
9.7
Faculty Student Ratio
6.7
Citations per Faculty
13.6
International Faculty Ratio
74.2
International Student Ratio
98.2
International Research Network
63.2
Employment Outcomes
11.4
Sustainability
68.7

QS World University Rankings. Source: QS Quacquarelli Symonds (www.qs.com). With permission from QS Quacquarelli Symonds. Copyright © QS Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd. topuniversities.com

Courses at De Montfort University

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Entry requirements by country

45 countries

Undergraduate

Academic

High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.0, Advanced Placement, 2 subjects from group A or group B with grade 3 or above If you hold an associate degree from a community college you may be eligible for direct entry onto year 2 of our undergraduate courses. Our normal criteria is a GPA 3.0, plus you will need to submit a copy of your transcript so that course leaders can check the modules and syllabus match.

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

A bachelor’s degree with GPA 2.8 for courses requiring a 2.2 classification, and GPA 3.2 for courses requiring a 2.1 classification. Some courses have additional entry criteria such as a portfolio, work experience or require you to have a degree in a related field.

From De Montfort University's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.

Scholarships

5 scholarships
Global Access Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
September 2026, October 2026, February 2027

Undergraduate - £2,000. Postgraduate - £3,000. Global Access Scholarship offering is a £3,500 discount.

Eligibility

We are proud to present the Global Access Scholarship for 2026/27 entry, which rewards eligible prospective international students joining a full-time undergraduate and postgraduate taught degree at De Montfort University. Through our Empowering University strategy, DMU strives to provide international students with access to the international jobs market through a world class education. The Global Access scholarship offers a fee reduction for all years of study when entering a bachelor degree or the single year of a postgraduate taught programme. This award is only applicable to international students who meet the criteria specified. Undergraduate Students commencing undergraduate taught study at DMU in October 2026 and February 2027 are automatically awarded the progressor element of the Global Access Scholarship should you pay the deposit fee before the deposit deadline. This entitles students to a £2,000 scholarship in each of year of study irrespective of point of entry. The Global Access Scholarship offers a £3,000 fee deduction to international students’ scholarship across all Postgraduate Taught programmes except the Global MBA programme where the Global Access Scholarship offering is a £3,500 discount. Full Fee Scholarship A further £500 full fee payment discount is awarded to all students entering an undergraduate or postgraduate programme who pay full fees (full tuition fees minus any eligible scholarships) before the deposit deadline. This discount applies only to the first year of study and is awarded in addition to the Global Access Scholarship.

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Please contact the university for further details.

Global Partnerships Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes
Eligibility

Global Partnerships Scholarship [international-scholarship-banner] Partnerships with purpose are a strong theme of DMU’s Empowering University strategy. We believe strong global partnerships enable us to deliver our vision in Leicester and enable students and graduates to access international opportunities. The following merit-based scholarships will be awarded on an application basis to students meeting a defined criteria who are applying for any level of an undergraduate degree. We welcome applications to the Global Partnership Scholarship from prospective students who will contribute to our Partnerships with purpose strategy and can demonstrate the championing of the partnership between the UK and their home country or institution. Awards available are: 3 x Full Scholarship Awards 9 x £8,500 Scholarship Awards The Global Partnership Scholarship is only awarded for the first year of study; however can be combined with the Global Access Scholarship for progressing years of study. Academic entry requirements – China Meets one of the following: SQA AD: GU BB or above Overall, 85% and all modules passed GPA 3.5 BTEC HND: 10 D, All Pass IETLS 5.5 and no components lower than 5.0 (or equivalent) Academic qualification requirements – rest of the world Equivalent of a 2:1, 60% GPA or Merit Award

Academic excellence

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

There are two parts required to apply for this scholarship. Complete the application form, including three written questions Submit a 2-minute video. Further details can be found in the application form. Submissions may be filtered through AI detection software.

Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship20% of feespostgraduate
Award
20% of fees
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
part_time
Intake
All intakes

The DMU Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship offers De Montfort University graduates an exclusive 20% discount on tuition fees.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Our dedicated Postgraduate Alumni Scholarship provides DMU graduates with a tuition fee discount of 20 per cent. The discount is available on selected full-time, part-time and distance learning postgraduate taught courses running across multiple start dates. Studying a postgraduate course at DMU empowers you to go further in your knowledge and your career. You can: Become a specialist within your field Increase your earning potential and ability to move into senior, managerial positions Explore your subject area with leading researchers Gain accreditation Change your career trajectory

Mature students

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Please contact the university for further details.

Sanctuary Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Cost of living | Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
September 2026
Eligibility

Students seeking asylum in the UK are not able to apply for funding from the Student Loans Company and are charged international student fees. DMU offers eight Sanctuary Scholarships for undergraduate students unable to access student funding. Please note - the Sanctuary Scholarship is only available to students looking to start an undergraduate level programme. The Scholarship consists of: A full fee waiver for the duration of the course plus, up to £3,500 contribution towards living costs per year One Scholarship recipient will also be eligible for free accommodation costs in a DMU hall of residence for three years. The recipient must be under the age of 25 on 1 September 2026 to receive this element. The Sanctuary Scholarship is open to those who do not have access to student finance and are: seeking asylum in the UK, or a dependent or partner of someone seeking asylum or who has been granted Discretionary/Limited Leave to Remain as a result of an asylum application and have applied to start a full-time undergraduate degree course at DMU starting in September 2026

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Application form.

Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
3 per year (avg)
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

There are three scholarships available. Each scholarship provides: 50% off the cost of tuition fees, and £3,500 cash bursary each academic year.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements The Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarship aims to support aspiring, talented students from disadvantaged backgrounds providing a tuition fee reduction and an annual cash bursary. The Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarship is specifically offered to students in year 1 (Level 4) studying one of the following courses: Architecture BA (Hons) Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) Criminology BA (Hons) Health and Wellbeing in Society BA (Hons) Journalism BA (Hons) Law LLB (Hons)

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

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