De Montfort University (DMU) is a campus-based university located in Leicester city centre. The university became a degree-awarding body in 1992. Leicester is known for offering the best of both worlds, with easy access to beautiful countryside and vibrant city life. Additionally, it is one of the cheapest UK cities for students. The university has a large student population of around 26,000 students. Furthermore, around 2,600 staff members support students throughout their studies. The university also designs its courses with a strong focus on employability.
De Montfort University holds a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. In addition, its academic staff have excelled in the National Teaching Fellowship awards. The university previously ranked among the top 3% of universities worldwide. Moreover, it has invested £136 million in campus transformations. As a result, students benefit from a modern and inspiring learning environment.
The university has an international student population of around 9,000 students. Around 80% of these students choose undergraduate studies. Additionally, the university offers a guaranteed £1,500 scholarship for international undergraduate and postgraduate students. There are also additional scholarships available worth up to £4,000. DMU offers two intakes each year. It has a smaller intake in January and its main intake in September. Furthermore, students can choose from a wide range of subject areas, including:
- Department of Engineering
- Department of Politics & Public Policy
- Faculty of Business & Law
- Leicester Castle Business School
- Leicester De Montfort Law School
- Leicester Media School
- Leicester School of Architecture
- Leicester School of Pharmacy
- School of Allied Health Sciences
- School of Applied Social Sciences
- School of Arts, Design & Architecture
- School of Computer Science & Informatics
- School of Design
- School of Engineering & Sustainable Development
- School of Fashion & Textiles
- School of Humanities
- School of Humanities & Performing Arts
- School of Nursing & Midwifery
