Skip to content
Admission Mantra
Flag of United KingdomUniversity of Westminster logo

University of Westminster

London, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1838

Updated 28 Oct 2026

Talk to our counsellorCall usOfficial website (opens in a new tab)

Established

1838

Type

Public

Location

London, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

851–900 in the world

About the university

The University of Westminster began as The Polytechnic Institution, which opened at 309 Regent Street in London on 6 August 1838. It was the first polytechnic, and it became a university in 1992.

Westminster is a central London university with courses in business, computer science and data, media, architecture and design. Its business, finance and marketing master's are taught on the Marylebone campus, and computing courses at Cavendish.

For Indian students the main attractions are a central London location, master's fees that are moderate for London (£18,685 for most business and finance master's in 2027/28), January starts on many courses and a £3,000 International Postgraduate Excellence Award.

Students can live in university halls in Harrow and Hoxton or in partner halls run by Unite Students in Tottenham Hale and Wembley.

Roots
The Polytechnic Institution opened at 309 Regent Street on 6 August 1838; university status in 1992
Type
Public university
Campuses
Central London campuses (Regent Street, Cavendish and Marylebone) plus Harrow
Intakes
September for all master's on this page; many also start in January
Master's fee (2027/28)
£15,570 to £20,760 for the courses on this page
CAS deposit
£5,500 deposit to secure your CAS (international students)

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    851–900 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    =115th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

View all 20 courses with filters

Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
Data Science and Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£20,760≈ ₹25.3 lakh
International Business and Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,685≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Applied Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£20,760≈ ₹25.3 lakh
Cyber Security and Forensics MSc1 year (full time)£20,760≈ ₹25.3 lakh
Master of Business Administration (MBA)1 year (full time)£20,760≈ ₹25.3 lakh
Project Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,685≈ ₹22.8 lakh
Software Engineering (Conversion) MSc1 year (full time)£20,760≈ ₹25.3 lakh
FinTech with Business Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£18,685≈ ₹22.8 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 Westminster with similar universities in the UK.

Talk to our counsellorCall us

Scholarships

  • Full-time master's starting January 2027

    International Postgraduate Excellence Award (January 2027)

    Value: £3,000 for a one-year master's; £5,000 for a two-year master's with professional experience

    Eligibility: Overseas fee payers with an offer who have achieved academic excellence. Not available with other fee discounts, and it cannot be used towards the £5,500 CAS deposit. Deadline 30 November 2026.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Full-time master's starting in September

    International Postgraduate Excellence Award (September intake)

    Value: £3,000 towards tuition fees

    Eligibility: The September 2026 round closed on 26 June 2026; check the scholarships page for the September 2027 round.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • One-year master's

    Chevening Scholarships

    Value: Full tuition, living costs and travel

    Eligibility: UK government scholarship for future leaders with work experience; apply through Chevening.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Year 1 of a bachelor's: HSC XII with an overall average of 70% to 80%, depending on your board.
  • A recognised International Foundation course (usually 60% to 65%) is also accepted; Kaplan International College London offers a Foundation Certificate.

Postgraduate

  • A recognised bachelor's degree with an overall average of 55% to 70% (or equivalent CGPA), depending on the university.
  • Most master's on this page ask for at least a lower second-class (2:2) honours degree; computing courses usually want a computing, science or engineering background.
  • The MBA accepts a 2:2 in any discipline; work experience is welcomed but not required.
  • Kaplan International College London offers a Pre-Master's course for some master's.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • English test score
  • Personal statement
  • References where the course asks for them

Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.

Talk to our counsellorCall us

English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS AcademicMost master's on this page need 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each element. Bachelor's degrees usually need 6.0 with 5.5 in each component.
PTE Academic UKVIAccepted for in-person tests, with at least 59 in each component for master's. PTE Online is not accepted.
TOEFL iBTFor master's needing IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each part: 88 (or 4.5 on the new scale) with minimum section scores. TOEFL Home Edition is no longer accepted.
Class 12 EnglishHigh XII English scores from selected boards may be accepted; see the university's English language requirements page.

Accommodation and living costs

Westminster has its own halls in Harrow and Hoxton and partner halls with Unite Students. Marylebone Hall is closed for refurbishment for 2025–26 and 2026–27. Prices below are 2026–27 weekly rents.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Alexander Fleming Hall, Hoxton (undergraduates)2026–27; tenancy 12 September 2026 to 5 June 2027£198–324per week≈ ₹24,151 – ₹39,515
Harrow Hall (undergraduates and postgraduates)2026–27£216–279per week≈ ₹26,397 – ₹34,058
North Lodge, Tottenham Hale (Unite Students)Special offer price£250per week≈ ₹30,500
Olympic Way, Wembley (Unite Students)2026–27£276–277per week≈ ₹33,642 – ₹33,782

Campus and location

Westminster's main campuses are in central London: Regent Street (the original 1838 building), Cavendish (computing and data courses on this page) and Marylebone (business courses on this page). There is also a campus in Harrow.

  • Cavendish campus hosts computer science, data science and cyber security courses.
  • Marylebone campus is home to the business, finance and marketing courses on this page.
  • The Regent Street building was the site of the first polytechnic, opened in 1838.
  • Harrow campus with its own hall of residence.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Several master's, such as International Business and Management, have a two-year version with professional experience. See our UK guide for post-study work rules.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource

Studying in the UK

Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the UK. Our country guide covers them in detail:

Other universities in the UK

Compare all universities in the UK

FAQs

How much is a master's at Westminster?

For September 2027, most business and finance master's are £18,685 and most computing, data and marketing master's are £20,760. The HRM MA is £15,570.

Is there a January intake?

Yes. Many master's, including Data Science and Analytics, International Business and Management, the MBA and Project Management, start in January as well as September.

What percentage do I need in my bachelor's?

Westminster asks Indian applicants for an overall average of 55% to 70% (or equivalent CGPA), depending on the university.

How much deposit do I pay?

International students pay a £5,500 deposit to secure their CAS. Scholarships cannot be used towards this deposit.

Are scholarships available?

The International Postgraduate Excellence Award gives £3,000 off a one-year master's (£5,000 for two-year courses). The January 2027 deadline is 30 November 2026.

Sources

  1. University of Westminster: Data Science and Analytics MSc (2027-28) (opens in a new tab)
  2. University of Westminster: International Business and Management MSc (2027-28) (opens in a new tab)
  3. University of Westminster: MBA (2027-28) (opens in a new tab)
  4. University of Westminster: India country page (opens in a new tab)
  5. University of Westminster: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  6. University of Westminster: International Postgraduate Excellence Award – January 2027 (opens in a new tab)
  7. University of Westminster: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
  8. University of Westminster: Alexander Fleming Hall (opens in a new tab)
  9. University of Westminster: our heritage (opens in a new tab)
  10. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.westminster.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

Check the latest details

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026. Fees, entry requirements and scholarships change every year, so confirm them on the university's website before you apply. Listing a university doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents it.

Talk to our counsellor

Ask about courses, fees, scholarships and your eligibility for University of Westminster.

IELTS / PTE status
Best way to reach you

#YouInspireUs

Stories from our students and parents

#StudyAbroadSample
ft. Student nameMSc Data Science · United Kingdom

#1 Student name

MSc Data Science, United Kingdom · Study Abroad

Sample text. A short story in the student's own words: how the counsellor helped them shortlist universities, understand the full cost and prepare their visa file.

Design preview: sample cards show where real stories will appear. They are replaced by real students' stories (with written consent) before launch.

All student stories