📻University of Westminster

London, UK

QS World 2026 · #801

A London university known for media, communications and business degrees in a strong central-London setting.

About University of Westminster

The University of Westminster is based across multiple central London sites and is chosen mainly for its location and subject mix rather than top-tier prestige rankings. It has recognised strength in business, media, communications, architecture-related fields, fashion, international relations and computing, with a practical, career-oriented approach to teaching. The university draws a genuinely international, diverse student body who value being embedded in central London life. Families should budget carefully, since London living and accommodation costs are a significant part of the overall cost of studying there.

Why students choose it

  • Recognised strength in media, communications, fashion and international relations
  • A strong central-London identity and genuinely international student community
  • Practical, career-oriented teaching in professional fields rather than a purely theory-heavy curriculum

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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 Westminster'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

Media & Journalism

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

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Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

Business Management

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

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

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

Fashion

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

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Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

International Relations

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

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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 Westminster FAQ

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

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

As a typical benchmark for international entry, University of Westminster expects around BBB at A Level or 30 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for University of Westminster'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 Westminster's own admissions page before applying.

How much does University of Westminster cost for international students?

International tuition at University of Westminster 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 Westminster'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 Westminster?

University of Westminster 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 Westminster's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for University of Westminster?

UK universities, including University of Westminster, 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 Westminster known for?

A London university known for media, communications and business degrees in a strong central-London setting. The University of Westminster is based across multiple central London sites and is chosen mainly for its location and subject mix rather than top-tier prestige rankings. It has recognised strength in business, media, communications, architecture-related fields, fashion, international relations and computing, with a practical, career-oriented approach to teaching. The university draws a genuinely international, diverse student body who value being embedded in central London life. Families should budget carefully, since London living and accommodation costs are a significant part of the overall cost of studying there.

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

Yes — University of Westminster 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 Westminster and every other UK university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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