Course overview
Management MSc is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at ulster-university in Belfast, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full time over 3 semesters (Belfast), with intakes in September; January.
ulster-university is a public institution, ranked =595 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | ulster-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Belfast, United Kingdom |
| Course | Management MSc |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year full time over 3 semesters (Belfast) |
| Tuition per year | £18,880 (≈ ₹23 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) |
Interested in Management MSc?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £18,880 a year, about ₹23 lakh.
2027/28 standard master's fee from Ulster's international fee table; the course page shows £18,310 for 2026/27
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast: single en suite roomStarting price | £144per week | ≈ ₹17,568 |
| Coleraine: single room with shared bathroomStarting price | £107per week | ≈ ₹13,054 |
| Derry~Londonderry: single room with shared bathroomStarting price | £103per week | ≈ ₹12,566 |
| Ulster's estimate of living costs for one academic yearExcluding tuition | £5,500–7,500per year | ≈ ₹6.7 lakh – ₹9.2 lakh |
| Money you must show for the Student visaOutside London, for up to 9 months (GOV.UK, October 2026) | £1,171per month | ≈ ₹1.4 lakh |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at ulster-university for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A bachelor's degree with 55% for a 2:2 equivalent or 60% for a 2:1 equivalent.
- Most master's courses on this page ask for a second class honours degree; Accounting MSc asks for a 2:1 in a business subject.
- If you do not yet meet the English requirement you may get a conditional offer.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for most courses; some courses ask for more (for example 7.0 for Management and Corporate Governance) |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall with at least 59 in each part (IELTS 6.0 equivalent). PTE Academic Online is not accepted. |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 total (L17, R18, S20, W17) for IELTS 6.0, for tests taken before 21 January 2026; MyBest scores not accepted |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 with no subscore below 100 (IELTS 6.0 equivalent); tests taken after July 2024 only |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree transcripts and certificate (postgraduate)
- English test score
- Personal statement
- £4,000 tuition deposit after an unconditional offer (counts towards fees)
Scholarships
Global Excellence Scholarship
Undergraduate and taught postgraduate, January or September 2027
Value: Postgraduate £5,000; undergraduate £5,000 in Year 1 then £3,000 a year in Years 2–4
Passport from an eligible country, an offer for a full-time course at Belfast, Coleraine or Derry~Londonderry, and a 2:1 equivalent (PG) or BBB at A level equivalent (UG). Assessed automatically; scholarships cannot be combined.
Official pageInternational Undergraduate Scholarship
Full-time undergraduate, September intake
Value: £2,000 off the tuition fee each year (not the placement year)
Self-funded international students with an offer for a full-time course at a Northern Ireland campus. Awarded automatically.
Official page
About ulster-university
Ulster University is a public university in Northern Ireland with about 25,000 students and a history going back to 1849. Its main campus is in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter, with further campuses in Coleraine and Derry~Londonderry. Times Higher Education named it University of the Year 2024.
It offers business, computing, engineering, health and creative courses. Many master's courses, including Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Management, start in January as well as September.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Management MSc at ulster-university?
The tuition for international students is £18,880 a year (about ₹23 lakh). 2027/28 standard master's fee from Ulster's international fee table; the course page shows £18,310 for 2026/27. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Management MSc?
The course takes 1 year full time over 3 semesters (Belfast).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.