University of Chester
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- World Rank : 1001
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About University of Chester
Founded in 1839, the University of Chester is one of the oldest institutions in the country. Although we are a Church of England institution guided by Christian values, we provide an open and supportive environment to over 18,000 students from 130 countries.
The University of Chester offers in excess of 120 undergraduate courses and 80 postgraduate courses, across our campuses (Parkgate, Kingsway, Queen’s Park, Riverside, Thornton, University Centre Shrewsbury, University Centre Reaseheath, Warrington).The University of Chester has eight faculties and in 2013, we acquired the Shell Technology Centre in Thornton, which is now home to the Faculty of Engineering and Technology.
The University of Chester is a public institution and as such, is reviewed and audited regularly by numerous government agencies. We are committed to maintaining high academic standards and the quality of our educational provision has been praised by higher education evaluators such as QAA and OFSTED.
Why University of Chester?
- True British Experience
- Smaller class rooms - Individual attention
- Competitive Tuition Fess - one of the most affordable universities in the uk
- Affordable Living cost - Chester is one of the best places to live in the UK
- Study in saftes city in the north west and 5th pretiest city in Europe
- One of the oldest institution in the UK - Estabilished in 1839
- 5 star rated Careers and Employability centre
- 95% of Graduate employability - Best performing university in the North west of UK
- Free English language classes for International students
- Best business school in the north of UK by Educate North, nominated for the best business school award by Times Higher Education.
University of Chester Rankings
- #1001+ University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #94 University Ranking (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #81 University Rankings - The Guardian 2021
University of Chester Course Rankings
University of Chester Business Courses Ranks
- #71 Accounting & Finance Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #84 Business & Management Studies (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #33 Business, Management & Marketing - The Guardian 2021
- #8 Accounting & Finance Rankings - The Guardian 2021
University of Chester Engineering Courses Ranks
- #61 Mechanical Engineering Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #29 Chemical Engineering Ranking - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #13 Chemical Engineering - The Guardian 2021
University of Chester Computers Courses
- #77 Computer Science - The Complete University Guide 2021
University of Chester Tuition Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering (1 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 12750 |
| Science (6 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 11950 - GBP 12750 |
| Arts (2 Courses) | 12 Month - 3 Year | GBP 12450 - GBP 12750 |
| Law (1 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 12750 |
| Information Technology (IT) (2 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 12750 |
| Management (5 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 12750 |
University of Chester Entry Requirements
| Courses | Exam |
|---|---|
| Information Technology (IT) | IELTS |
| Management | IELTS |
University of Chester International Students Admission
Although the entry criteria for domestic and foreign students are similar, the University of Chester admission process requires the latter to meet Student Visa, Language Proficiency requirements, and some additional details. The following parts go into greater detail:
- Application Portal: Online Application Apply Now
- Application Fee (non-refundable): Single choice- GBP 20 | Multiple choices- GBP 26
- General Requirements:
- Complete Application
- Official high school transcripts
- Statement of Finances
- Valid Passport
- Official scores of English Proficiency Tests
- Statement of Purpose
- Letter of Recommendation.
- CV
University of Chester English Proficiency Tests score for International Students
Students who want to take Admission at the University of Chester and study in the UK for studies are required to take English proficiency exams to demonstrate their English proficiency. Here are the exams and minimum marks required to get Admission to University of Chester:
| Tests | Undergraduate | Postgraduate |
|---|---|---|
| PTE | 61 | 65 |
| IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (ibT) | 79 | 88 |
| Trinity College London ISE | ISEII - Merit in all 4 components | ISEII - Merit in all 4 components |
| Language Cert | LanguageCert B2 Communicator – Pass | LanguageCert B2 Communicator – High Pass |
University of Chester Highlights
| University Type | Public University |
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Establishment Year | 2005 |
| No. of Campuses | 3 |
| Acceptance rate | 20–30% |
| Graduate Job Rate | 95.6% |
| Endowment | 395,000 GBP |
| Student-Teacher Ratio | 17:1 |
| Cost of Attendance | 20,250 GBP |
| Applications Accepted | Online |
| Work-Study | Available |
| Intake Type | Semester wise |
| Mode of Program | Classroom and online |
University of Chester Cost of Attendance
Following is the cost of living in the UK for undergraduate courses/programs and graduate courses/programs at the University of Chester.
| Particulars | 2020 Full-Time Fee | 2020 Part-Time Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Year | 9,250 GBP* | Not Applicable |
| Foundation Degree | 7,850 GBP* | 1,310 GBP/20credit module* |
| Undergraduate Degree | 9,250 GBP/anum* | 1,540 GBP/20 credit module* |
| Graduate Courses | 5,940 to 11,610 GBP |
Know more about Studying in UK
| Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
| Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
| Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
| Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
| Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
| Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
| Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
| Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
| Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
| Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
University of Chester Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate
£ 12,760
Postgraduate
£ 13,380
Costs per year
Overall cost of living
£ 9,135
Campus accommodation
£ 2,599