🚢University of Greenwich

London, UK

QS World 2026 · #801

A London university known for its striking historic riverside campus and accessible entry.

About University of Greenwich

The University of Greenwich offers a genuine London degree across three sites — the historic riverside Greenwich campus, Avery Hill and Medway — combined with a more accessible entry profile than many of the capital's more selective universities. It is popular for business, finance, engineering, computer science, architecture-related fields, public health and hospitality-related courses, taught with a practical, broad-access orientation. The Greenwich campus itself, with its UNESCO World Heritage riverside setting, gives students a visually striking, globally recognisable London base. It suits students who want the London experience and international exposure without needing the highest academic tariff.

Why students choose it

  • A genuinely striking, historic riverside London campus at Greenwich
  • Broad, practical course choice across business, engineering, computer science and architecture
  • A more accessible entry profile than many other London universities

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Typical entry grades

BBB (A Level)  ·  IB 30

Solid tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

£20,000–£28,000/yr

mid tier for UK — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

city campus, London

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or University of Greenwich's financial aid office.

Beyond government-level awards, most UK universities offer their own merit-based international scholarships — commonly a partial tuition reduction for strong A-Level/IB/IGCSE results, sometimes auto-considered from your application and sometimes requiring a short separate form.

  • Chevening Scholarships: UK government-funded, fully-funded, for one-year Master's study — highly competitive, open to students from eligible countries with leadership potential.
  • Commonwealth Scholarships: For citizens of Commonwealth countries, mainly postgraduate, funded by the UK government.
  • University international merit scholarships: Widely offered across Russell Group and other universities — typically a tuition-fee reduction for high entry grades, often renewable each year of study.

Chevening and Commonwealth are postgraduate-only. For undergraduate applicants, the university-specific merit scholarships are usually the more relevant route.

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Popular courses

Business & Finance

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics · TMUA (required or recommended at several universities — check the specific course)

Architecture

⏱️ Typical duration: Often longer than a standard Bachelor's — commonly a 3-year Bachelor's plus a further 2-year Master's for full professional accreditation

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Typical entry: Portfolio

Engineering

⏱️ Typical duration: Often 4 years rather than the country's standard Bachelor's length, especially where the programme includes an integrated Master's (e.g. UK MEng) or an industry placement year

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics + Physics

Computer Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics · TMUA / ESAT (top universities)

Hospitality Management

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Durations are typical for UK — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
September
Typical deadline
Late January (equal consideration deadline)
Note
Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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University of Greenwich FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to University of Greenwich as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into University of Greenwich?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, University of Greenwich expects around BBB at A Level or 30 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for University of Greenwich's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on University of Greenwich's own admissions page before applying.

How much does University of Greenwich cost for international students?

International tuition at University of Greenwich typically falls in the £20,000–£28,000/yr range (mid tier for UK). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not University of Greenwich's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for University of Greenwich?

University of Greenwich follows UK's typical intake calendar: September, with applications generally due late january (equal consideration deadline). Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry. Always verify the exact date on University of Greenwich's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for University of Greenwich?

UK universities, including University of Greenwich, typically ask international applicants for 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0). Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is University of Greenwich known for?

A London university known for its striking historic riverside campus and accessible entry. The University of Greenwich offers a genuine London degree across three sites — the historic riverside Greenwich campus, Avery Hill and Medway — combined with a more accessible entry profile than many of the capital's more selective universities. It is popular for business, finance, engineering, computer science, architecture-related fields, public health and hospitality-related courses, taught with a practical, broad-access orientation. The Greenwich campus itself, with its UNESCO World Heritage riverside setting, gives students a visually striking, globally recognisable London base. It suits students who want the London experience and international exposure without needing the highest academic tariff.

Can I apply to University of Greenwich with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — University of Greenwich accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free UK University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against University of Greenwich and every other UK university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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