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For the University of Chester admissions, students must apply within the application deadlines listed below:

  • Final UCAS Application Deadline: Jan 29, 2025
  • PG application deadlines vary.

About University of Chester

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Year of establishment
1839
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No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
6
Endowment value
Pound 395,000
Accepted exams
UG/PG course ratio
0.37
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Q:   Is the University of Chester a good choice for international students?

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University of Chester is one of the popular study destination among International students, located in the heart of Chester the campus offers attractive life to the students. the popular courses among students include architecture, art, design, and liberal arts and sciences. Some of the reasons why University of Chester is popular among international students are listed below:

  • Quality of Education: The University of Chester is known for its high quality of education.
  • High Placements: As per the Graduates Outcome Survey 2020-2021, released by the University of Chester, more than 95% of graduates of Chester University are employed, the average salary of graduates of Chester University is in the range of INR 30-40L.
  • Low Student to Faculty Ratio: According to Times Higher Education the student to faculty ratio at University of Chester is 19:1, which provides a quality and interactive classroom experience to its students.

Here is all you need to know about life in UK as an international student.

Q:   Is the University of Chester hard to get into?

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 Yes, it is hard to get into the University of Chester because of its high acceptance rate. The University of Chester acceptance rate is 25%. This means, for every 100 applicants, only 25 students are admitted. Therefore, Chester admission become selective for international students. Candidates need to fulfill the specific course requirements for securing admission. The university has its set requirements for proving a candidate’s English language proficiency and a different set of requirements for other entrance exams like GMAT, GRE, SAT, or ACT scores along with GPA.

Q:   How good is the University of Chester (UK)?

A: 

 University of Chester is surely a good option for international students mainly beacuse of a diverse range of excellent academic programs.Below are some reasons why University of Chester is good:

Academics:  The University of Chester offers over 200 undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degree programs to international students. The University of Chester University offers undergraduate major and minor courses. Students can also pursue master’s or doctoral programs at the University of Chester University.

Location of the university - The University of  is in a location where arts & culture, technology industry and entertainment industry providing endless internship. International Students have access to beaches, outdoor activities, live music/performances and attractions which makes their make campus life more enjoyable. The location gives University of Chester students an additional mark to study at University of Chester. 

Ranking: Many global ranking sources like THE (Times Higher Education), etc., have ranked University of Chester among the top universities in the world since 2021. These bodies consistently rank it among the top universities in UK. 

Fees: : The cost of attending University of Chester for Indian students can vary depending on several factors. Tuition fees for international students at University of Chester are typically higher than for Uk citizens. However, it is important that the tuition fee can change over time, and it is recommended to visit the official website to recheck the fees and accommodation. Indian students should also consider other costs such as housing, health insurance, meals and transportation attending University of Chester. 

Q:   Is the University of Chester offer scholarship to international students?

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The University of Chester offers merit-based scholarships to undergraduate and postgraduate international students. After applying at the university, students will automatically be considered for the University of Chester scholarships and any award given will be shown on the offer letter. Check below the list of other scholarships available at the university:

Also check, the Popular Scholarships to Study in UK for Indian Students 2023-2024

Q:   How long does it take to hear back from University of Chester?

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The University of Chester admission department aims for a simple application process. Upon receiving a completed application form, candidates can typically expect to receive a decision within 24-48 hours. This quick turnaround ensures that applicants are promprtly informed of their admission status, enabling them to paln accordingly to their academics. 

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Q:   Does the University of Chester offer scholarships to international students?

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The University of Chester offers a wide range of scholarships to international students. The scholarships are given on a merit-based for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships provide a significant reduction to the tuition fee for international students. For some scholarships you do not need to apply, you are automatically considered for these scholarships when submitting an application. Some of the popular scholarships are; International Alumni Scholarship, Chevening Scholarship, DIKTI Scholarships, Goa Education Trust Scholarship, Snowdon Masters Scholarships, Commonwealth Scholarships, and many more.

University of Chester Admissions 2025

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Q:   How long does it take to hear back from University of Chester?

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According to the University of Chester admissions department, the decisions regarding the admission and selection of candidates are communicated within 24-48 hours of receiving of duly completed application form.

Q:   What is the application deadline for international students at University of Chester 2024 intake?

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University of Chester has various applications deadlines. Undergraduate programs have a deadline of 30 Jan, 2024, while the deadline for Postgraduate Business programs have a late deadline of 11 Nov, 2023. Applicants must submit there applications before the respective deadlines to secure a place at the University of Chester. 

Check out thye below table of Application deadlines of University of Chester 2024:

Course Level 

Application deadlines 

Undergraduate 

30 Jan, 2024

PG Business

11 Nov, 2023

University of Chester Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(47 courses)
INR 14 L - 20 L
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 65 & Above
B.A.(37 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
Duration2-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 - 7, PTE: 61 & Above
MBA/PGDM(16 courses)
INR 13 L - 16 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 57 - 65
B.Sc.(23 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE: 61 & Above
M.A.(23 courses)
INR 14 L - 19 L
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 65 & Above
M.Sc.(14 courses)
INR 13 L - 16 L
Duration12 months-1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 57 - 65
BBA(15 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
Duration1 year-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE: 61 & Above
MEM(1 course)
INR 16 L
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE: 65 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(8 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE: 51 - 61
B.J.M.C.(4 courses)
INR 14 L - 15 L
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE: 61 & Above
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate for the University of Chester?

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The University of Chester does not release data about acceptance rate, however as per some unofficial sources, the University of Chester has an acceptance rate of 95%, which means out of every 100 applications nearly 95 are selected, which makes it moderately competitive to get into the university.

The university gives preference to students having higher grades or have exceptional academic or research experience. Hence, having higher grades increases your chance of getting selected at University of Chester.

Here is the list of eligibility requirements to get into UK Universities.

Q:   What entry requirements for international students to get into Chester University?

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Entry requirements for combined honours degrees range from 96-112 points and 104-120 points for our single honours degrees. Students can check below the individual course entry requirements:

Program

Academic Requirements

Foundation Year

·  60% from Central Boards and Major State Boards ·  70% from Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujrat, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand Boards.

Undergraduate

·  Overall grade of 65% or above in Senior Secondary School Certificate/Higher Secondary School Certificate from CBSE, CISCE, and IGCSE ·  65% from Central Boards and Major State Boards ·  70% from Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujrat, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand Boards.

Postgraduate

·  3-year Bachelor’s Degree with 60% or above. ·  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ Bachelor of Technology/MBBS/Bachelor of Dental Surgery with 60% or above.

Q:   Which English test was accepted by Chester University?

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International students must satisfy the English Language entry requirements to be eligible to study at Chester. Check below the list of English tests accepted at the university:

Qualification

Undergraduate

Postgraduate

IELTS Academic

6.0 (Min. 5.5 in each-sub-skill)

6.5 (Min 5.5 in each sub-skill)

PTE Academic

61 overall (Min. 59 in each sub-skill)

65 overall (Min. 59 in each sub-skill)

TOEFL iBT

Overall score: 79

Min sub-skill:

Listening: 17

Reading: 18

Speaking: 20

Writing: 17

Overall score: 88

Min sub-skill:

Listening: 17

Reading: 18

Speaking: 20

Writing: 17

Q:   What qualification is required for MBA?

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International students looking to study MBA at Chester can check the below qualifications required for the program:

  • Students must hold a first degree with a minimum of 2:2 honors or equivalent.

  • Must score 50% in the first degree

  • Minimum two years of work experience

  • Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency along with their formal qualifications. Typically, this would be IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 600.

Q:   What is the acceptance rate at university of Chester?

A: 

The acceptance rate at the University of Chester is 25%. This means that only 25 of applicants are admitted annually out of 100. It is also important to note that meeting minimum requirement criteria doesn’t guarantee admission during selection. However, applicants should give their best to present a strong application highlighting their academic achievements, experience and extracurricular activities to increase their chances of acceptance rate.

  (Due to unavailability of current acceptance rate, the above data has been taken from unofficial sources. Hence, it is subject to vary).

University of Chester
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Liberal
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Easy going
  • Friendly
Student Views
  • 75% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.5
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4.8
Student Life4.5
Value for money4
Public transportation4.5
Safety4
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration4
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M.Sc in Sports Management - Batch of 2024
4.3
If education is your top priority, then choose this university.
Tips: A cultural shift is obviously present here, you need to mingle with all students of different ethnicities. I got a 2000-pound scholarship and it's better if we apply before enrolling here. I'm 100 per cent satisfied with the experience and curriculum of the course and post-graduation here in University but not with the country as there are a lot of flaws in the country, I often faced racism here.
Likes (Student Life): Library facilities and sports, gyms and everything in the University has provided a great place for spending time. As a postgraduate student, I really love it here every day there are games of different sports conducted and we need to register to participate. CSU in university is the union which organises all the events and other sports clubs that are there for every sport like cricket, hockey, football, swimming, callisthenics etc.
Dislikes (Part time work): There is very low availability of part-time jobs in the University, canteen and other event day jobs. The payment is the minimum wage in the UK. Part-time is manageable if you do under 15 hours more than that and we won't be able to focus on studies. There are job opportunity facilities here but they don't even give you a proper output of jobs so don't expect that here.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024Read more
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BA in Business Management (Entrepreneurship) - Batch of 2025
4.2
Good university to study.
Tips: I am an undergrad student, first I thought that everything would be easy but it is not. If you also want to come and take up a Bachelors course prepare your mind. Not many Indian students will be in an undergrad class for Masters there are many so at first it feels like something alone but then it gets better. Chester is a small town but a good one, for me it is better as I don't want myself in a big city yet I want abroad exposure. I got an international scholarship of 2000 GBP and my course is good. In this university there are many unique courses mostly for students. Before applying be sure about what you want to study and whether will that help you or not then apply because the course curriculum is very specific.
Likes (Quality of faculty): More focus is given on assignments rather than exams. Some of the exams are MCQ based. The teaching method is more like students teaching the professors about a topic while the professor adds pointers and clear the doubt. I like this method more as it helps to learn and remember fast. Professors are very supportive and helpful at the same time and they motivate us.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer cooking. I learned it myself, before coming to UK I could only make tea but then I realised that it is better to learn cooking as it is cheaper and homemade which is better for health. Some Indian restaurants are in Chester like Chain station for veg food and some halaal options are also available for non veg in balti house.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2023Read more
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M.Sc in Biomedical Science - Batch of 2024
3.1
Assignments and teaching methods are different
Tips: I had a different study experience here compared to India. The teaching methods they follow here are completely different to what I have experienced in India. The assignments we do also differ a lot. Apart from that, the university is just fine with a lot of international students. I don't go to any university events as I live far away but you might like the university as it is much more fun.
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Master of Business Administration - Batch of 2022
4.5
It was absolutely amazing. The city and campus was spot on. I would recommend this to everyone.
Tips: Good grades are not enough to get you a job nowadays. The competition is very high. Make sure to get some work experience alongside your studies. Even if it is just on the weekends, part time jobs and internships will have a great impact on your resume.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): Close to Manchester, Liverpool and Crewe you can find opportunities in various SME’s as well as MNC’s that are willing to offer you a visa sponsorship given you have the right qualifications and work experience for the job. The cost of living in these areas is also very affordable.
Dislikes (Internships): The university was very cautious about everyone’s health and wellbeing and thus not many opportunities were posted on the student job board but as soon as the situation was more stable, there were some really exciting opportunities. They did have many part time options in the university.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2022Read more
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University of Chester Placements

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Q:   Which MSc course has the highest salary?

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Your education level will show your earning potential. Students can check below the list of High-paying jobs with master’s degrees:

Job

National average salary ($) per year

Industrial production manager

117,780

Mathematician

112,430

Physician Assistant

119,460

Economist

120,830

Software engineer

120,990

Computer scientist

142,650

Petroleum engineer

145,720

(Source: Indeed) Note: Due to the unavailability of the highest salary data on the official website, the above data has been taken from an unofficial source. Hence, it is subject to vary.







University of Chester Rankings 2025

C++Overall University Grade
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Q:   How good is Staffordshire University compared to University of Chester?

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Both Staffordshire University and University of Chester are Prestigious universities which offers state of the art education to its students. A broad comparison between the two universities is given in the following table:

Parameters

Staffordshire University

University of Chester

City Located

Stafford, UK

Chester, UK

Type of University

Public

Public

Total Enrollment

 

14,000

Number or percentage of international students

 

17%

Average Tuition fees*

INR 17L

INR 15L

Acceptance rate#

57% (unofficial source)

95% (unofficial source)

Student to faculty ratio

18:1

19:1

*Tuition Fees is given for MBA Course in both Universities

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Q:   How current student review University of Chester?

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As per various student opinion available online on various sources, students review University of Chester on following:

  • Variety of Courses: The University of Chester is a multi-campus university, where each campus has its unique characteristics and facilities. University of Chester offers more than 532 undergraduate and 170 postgraduate degrees
  • Low Student to Faculty Ratio: According to Times Higher Education the student to faculty ratio at University of Chester is 19:1, which provides a quality and interactive classroom experience to its students.
  • International Community: The University has very strong International Community with more than 17% of international students out of total student enrollment of 14,000.
  • Fun Activities: There are plenty fun activities to do in and an around the University of Chester including sports, hiking, and community service.
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With the options of universities that would deliver an MBA, like Top best MBA business school GIBS in combination with the University of Chester, the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), and Ulster University, it presents a choice of all-around varieties. What characterizes a practical approach

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The University of Chester is among the most affordable universities to study MBA in the UK for international students. It offers an MBA program at INR 14 L to INR 21 L for first-year, which varies by specialization. Chester University MBA program is available in multiple specializations and the stud

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The University of Chester MS fees is around INR 15 L to INR 21 L. International students can pursue an MS degree in over 40 specializations at an affordable cost. The below table includes the list of popular specializations at Chester University with first-year fees:

University of Chester MS Specializations

First-Year Fees

MSc in Food Science and Innovation

INR 15.93 L

M.Sc in Cybersecurity (Conversion)

INR 16.49 L

M.Sc in Biomedical Science

INR 15.93 L

Sports Performance Science MSc

INR 15.04 L

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Chester University offers affordable undergraduate and graduate courses to international students. The tuition fee of the University of Chester courses varies between INR 14 L and INR 21 L for first-year. Therefore, the university is not expensive for students because of its low tuition fees. 

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The University of Chester fees vary from INR 14 L to INR 21 L for first-year. International students can complete the first year of bachelor's degree in between INR 14 L and INR 16 L. The below table includes the first-year cost of popular undergraduate and graduate courses at the university:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS

INR 15 L - 21 L

MSc

INR 14 L - 16 L

BE/BTech

INR 14 L - 16 L

BA

INR 14 L - 16 L

BSc

INR 14 L - 16 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 14 L - 17 L

MA

INR 15 L - 19 L

BBA

INR 14 L - 16 L

BHM

INR 15 L

MEM

INR 16 L

MSN

INR 16 L

LLB

INR 15 L

BSN

INR 16 L

MIM

INR 16 L

LLM

INR 16 L

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