About the university
The University of Bradford became a university in 1966 and has about 10,900 students on one City Campus. It is known for engineering, pharmacy, optometry, health subjects and its School of Management, whose Distance Learning MBA the university says is ranked first in the world for value for money.
Bradford is a strongly inclusive university. It was ranked first in England and Wales for first-generation students in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, and was the Daily Mail's University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2026.
For Indian students the main attractions are low fees and living costs. Most taught master's courses on this page cost £15,700 a year (2026/27 fee), engineering master's £19,500, and Indian nationals get an automatic £2,450 60th Anniversary Scholarship on full-time postgraduate taught courses.
Bradford is a multicultural city in West Yorkshire with a large South Asian community, close to Leeds. The university quotes StudentCrowd's 2026 table, which named Bradford the cheapest UK city for student accommodation, with average rent of about £100 a week.
- University status
- 1966, when Bradford became the UK's fortieth university
- Type
- Public university on a single City Campus in Bradford, West Yorkshire
- Total students
- 10,887 in 2024/25, including 2,562 taught postgraduates
- EU and overseas students
- 2,908 of the 10,887 students in 2024/25
- Staff
- 1,755 staff in 2023/24, including 645 academic staff
- Intakes
- September for all courses; several business master's also start in January (and some in May)
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=497 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
=98th of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
- Fee / year
- £16,092
- Duration
- 12 months (September) or 14 months (January), plus an optional 3-month industry placement
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no sub-test below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
MSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Fee / year
- £16,092
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no sub-test below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £16,092
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc International Business and Management
- Fee / year
- £15,700
- Duration
- 12 months (September or May start) or 14 months (January start)
- Intakes
- September; January; May
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no sub-test below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £15,700
- Duration
- 12 months (September start) or 14 months (January start)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no sub-test below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £19,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Finance, Accounting and Management
- Fee / year
- £15,700
- Duration
- 14 months (January start)
- Intakes
- January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no sub-test below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
- Fee / year
- £19,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics | 12 months (September) or 14 months (January), plus an optional 3-month industry placement | £16,092 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | 1 year (full time) | £16,092 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc Cyber Security | 1 year (full time) | £16,092 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc International Business and Management | 12 months (September or May start) or 14 months (January start) | £15,700 | ≈ ₹19.2 lakh |
| MSc Management | 12 months (September start) or 14 months (January start) | £15,700 | ≈ ₹19.2 lakh |
| MSc Engineering Management | 1 year (full time) | £19,500 | ≈ ₹23.8 lakh |
| MSc Finance, Accounting and Management | 14 months (January start) | £15,700 | ≈ ₹19.2 lakh |
| MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering | 1 year (full time) | £19,500 | ≈ ₹23.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at University of Bradford with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught courses (2026/27 entry)
University of Bradford 60th Anniversary Scholarship
Value: £2,450 off tuition fees for Indian nationals
Eligibility: New, self-funded international students. Awarded on nationality and applied automatically as a fee discount; no application needed. Not for students on discounted partnership programmes.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - One-year STEM master's (2026/27)
British Council Women in STEM Scholarships
Value: Funding for the master's plus a monthly stipend of £1,731.67 for up to 12 months
Eligibility: Women from eligible countries; check the scholarship page for the current country list. Preference for candidates without significant international study.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - One-year master's at any UK university
Chevening Scholarships
Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee
Eligibility: Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bradford converts Class 12 results into UCAS points: 80% equals 136+ points, 75% equals 120–135 and 70% equals 96–119 (ISC, HSC or Standard 12).
- Typical 2027 offers are 112 points for Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering (about 70%), 120 points for Business and Management (about 75%) and 136 points for Pharmacy (about 80%).
- Students who do not meet direct entry can take a foundation year at the University of Bradford International College (UBIC). Apply through UCAS.
Postgraduate
- Most taught master's courses need the equivalent of a UK 2:2. For Indian degrees Bradford treats 60% as a 2:2, 65% as a 2:1 and 70% as a first.
- Many business and computing master's accept a degree in any subject; work experience is not usually required.
- Some courses ask for more: the MPH Public Health needs a 2:1 (about 65%) in a medical, health or social science subject.
- UBIC Pre-Masters courses are available if you need extra preparation.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificates and transcripts (for master's)
- English test score, or Class 12 English marks if you use that route
- Personal statement
- References
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5 for most courses; MPharm needs 7.0 (6.0 in each) and the MPH 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 overall with at least 59 in each sub-test (standard requirement) |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 overall with at least 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening and 20 speaking (standard requirement) |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 overall with at least 100 in each subscore, accepted for 2026 entrants to degree-level courses |
| Class 12 English | 70% in English in CBSE or CISCE (ICSE/ISC) exams is listed on the India page as meeting the English requirement |
Accommodation and living costs
The University of Bradford does not own its own halls. Its preferred provider is The Green student village next to the campus, run by Homes for Students, with en suite apartments for six and cheaper 12-bedroom townhouses. Room prices are published by the provider, not the university.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Average student rent in BradfordStudentCrowd 2026 figure, quoted by the university | £100per week | ≈ ₹12,200 |
| Deposit to secure a room at The GreenRefundable if your place at the university is rejected | £50one-off | ≈ ₹6,100 |
Campus and location
All teaching is on one City Campus in Bradford, with The Green student village next door.
- Single campus, so halls, library and teaching buildings are close together.
- Strong engineering, pharmacy, optometry and health facilities; Optometry is 2nd in the UK in the Complete University Guide 2027.
- The School of Management runs full-time master's, Executive MBA and Distance Learning MBA programmes.
- University of Bradford International College (UBIC) on campus for foundation and pre-masters routes.
- Bradford was named the cheapest UK city for student accommodation by StudentCrowd in 2026, as quoted by the university.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Courses include optional placements: undergraduate degrees offer a placement year and some master's an optional 3-month industry placement. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the current rules.
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Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the UK. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Bradford?
Most business and computing master's on this page cost £15,700 for 2026/27; computing courses that have published 2027/28 fees show £16,092. Engineering master's are £19,500 (2026/27). Indian nationals get an automatic £2,450 scholarship on full-time taught postgraduate courses.
What percentage do I need for a master's?
Usually a 2:2, which Bradford equates to 60% in an Indian bachelor's degree. Some courses ask for a 2:1 (65%).
Can I use my Class 12 English marks instead of IELTS?
Bradford's India page lists 70% in English in CBSE or CISCE exams as meeting its English requirement. Check with admissions for your course and board.
Is there a January intake?
Yes for several master's courses, including Management, Marketing, International Business and Management and Applied AI and Data Analytics. January starts usually last 14 months.
Does the university have its own halls?
No. Its preferred provider is The Green student village next to the campus, which you book through Homes for Students with a £50 deposit.
Sources
- University of Bradford: MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: MSc Management (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: MSc Engineering Management (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: BSc Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: students from India (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: international English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: 60th Anniversary Scholarship 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: accommodation and The Green (opens in a new tab)
- University of Bradford: About us, facts and rankings (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
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