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India

The University of Huddersfield is a highly respected UK university and a popular choice for Indian students. It is known for excellent teaching, a welcoming and diverse student community, and strong support to help students build successful careers.

Complete our form below to chat with our International Team. They’ll get in touch within 24 hours (Monday - Friday) via WhatsApp and discuss more with you about studying as an international student with us.

 

Aishwarya N Nair

Recruitment Marketing and Conversion Officer

Get in touch with Aishwarya: A.Nair@hud.ac.uk

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Key information for international students from India

Undergraduate course entry requirements

  • For undergraduate courses: minimum XII 65%

Postgraduate taught course entry requirements

  • For any Postgraduate course: minimum 55% bachelor's degree (Tier 1 universities -50%)
  • Postgraduate courses with placements or professional practice (18-month courses): min. 60% UG (Tier 1 universities- 55%)

The below qualifications will be accepted as meeting the English language requirements. 

Test

Standard required score

Validity

IELTS (Academic)

Online test is not accepted

6.0 with no lower than 5.5 in any element.

2 years

TOEFL
Home Edition is not accepted

87 overall (Reading 22, Listening 21, Speaking 23, Writing 21)

2 years

Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE)

Home Edition is not accepted

Overall - 59

Listening – 59 minimum 

Reading – 59 minimum 

Writing – 59 minimum 

Speaking - 59 minimum 

2 years

PSI Skills for English: SELT

Merit Overall, and no component lower than B2 pass level.

2 Years

Required English Scores in Class XII

  • Most Programs: 70% or above
  • Programs with Professional Practice: 75% or above
  • Health & Nursing- related courses: 75% or above

Waive offs for IELTS/TOEFL/PTE

  • UG/PG: The applicant needs to have min. 65% in their English in Class XII within 5 years gap from CBSE and CISCE national boards.
  • PG with placements or professional practice: min. 70% in class XII English subject within 5 years gap from CBSE and CISCE national boards
  • Nursing or Health programs: Min. 70% in XII English within 5 years of gap to waive off otherwise IELTS with 6.5 overall with no band less than 6 required or TOEFL or PTE.

Indian State Boards

We are newly accepting some Indian State Boards.

  • Maharashtra
  • Kerala
  • Karnataka
  • Tamil Nadu
  • West Bengal
  • Madhya Pradesh

Tuition Fees for international students

Tuition fees for international students can vary depending on the course you choose — some subjects will cost more than others. Once you start your course, your tuition fee stays the same each year. This means what you pay in your first year is the same for the rest of your studies if you stay on track without taking a break.

Find more information on our dedicated International Fees and Funding page.

Scholarships for undergraduate students

For international undergraduate students, you could be awarded up to £4,000 for every year of your course, based on your academic achievements.   

Study level Scholarship amount Grade required
Undergraduate     £4,000 80% or above at XII Standard
Undergraduate £2,000 65-79% at XII Standard

Scholarships for postgraduate students

Scholarships of up to £4,000 are awarded to international students applying for taught postgraduate courses, based on their academic achievements. 

Level Scholarship amount Grade required
Postgraduate taught     £4,000                                70% or above at undergraduate level
Postgraduate taught    £2,000 55% - 69% at undergraduate level

Find out more information on our International Scholarships page.

CAS Deposit

50% tuition fee deposit from first year's fees across India except Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh where deposit requirement is 100%.
 

Early payment discount

Our early payment discount is a £1,000 discount for our students from India, which will be applied for first year of study, if the the full tuition fee deposit by the following deadlines.

Deadline September 2026 and PGCE January 2027 (all courses except MSc Nursing) Jan 2027 MSc Nursing
Early Payment Deadline 31 May 2026 16 October 2026 31 September 2026

Our location and history

Our university is based right in the centre of Huddersfield, with a main campus that’s convenient and easy to get around. Huddersfield is part of West Yorkshire, a stunning region known for its green hills and countryside. The town is lively and well connected, with quick travel links to Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester, each only about half an hour away.

Explore more about our Huddersfield location.

Established as a university in 1992, the University of Huddersfield has a long history of education, with roots in institutions dating back to the 19th century. This reflects more than 200 years of formal learning in Huddersfield. Over time, the university has grown and developed, building a strong reputation for both high‑quality teaching and research excellence.

Discover more about the history of our University.

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Academic excellence

  • The University of Huddersfield has earned the highest possible recognition in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023, achieving an outstanding Gold rating across all areas: overall performance, student experience, and student outcomes.
  • We’re ranked the number one mainstream university in the UK for the proportion of teaching staff with higher degrees and teaching qualifications - and top ten in England for staff holding doctorates. (HESA 2026).
  • The University is second in the country for National Teaching Fellowships, which mark the UK’s best lecturers in Higher Education, winning a total of 24 since 2008 (2025 data).

Helping you become work ready

  • The University is recognised for providing excellent placement opportunities; 100% of our undergraduate students can undertake professional work-related experience during their studies. This includes placements, industry standard projects and real-world case studies (this applies to undergraduate courses of more than 12 months duration).
  • We have excellent employability; 94% of undergraduates and postgraduates securing opportunities within fifteen months.

Student community

The University hosts over 15,000 students from various backgrounds, fostering a close-knit and inclusive environment.

Our modern facilities, including specialist laboratories, studios, and performance spaces, are all located on a compact and accessible campus. We’ve invested £198 million into our campus buildings and facilities since 2015, making it highly conducive to learning and personal development. Some key investments include:

During your studies, you can access our comprehensive support services, ensuring a safe and welcoming atmosphere. These services include academic support, wellbeing and disability services, support for your faith, and career guidance. In addition, our 24/7 security hub, staffed by trained personnel and a dedicated campus Police Officer, ensures your safety with continuous monitoring and assessment.

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