Study in UK from Bangladesh 2027 — Cost, Visa & Scholarships
Short degrees at world-famous universities, and a job-search visa after you graduate. Everything a student from Bangladesh needs: tuition fees, the UK student visa requirements, IELTS scores, intakes, scholarships and part-time work rights.
- Intakes
- September / October · January / February · May
- Visa
- Student visa
- Work in term
- 20 hours a week
- After graduating
- 2 years; 18 months from Jan 2027
Why study in UK as a Bangladeshi student?
A UK master's usually takes one year and a bachelor's three, cutting both tuition and living costs compared with most destinations. Large Bangladeshi communities in London, Birmingham and Manchester make settling easier. After graduating you can stay on the Graduate visa to find work without an employer sponsor — though its length is shrinking from January 2027.
One-year master's
Most taught master's degrees take twelve months, so you pay one year of fees and living costs.
World-famous universities
A long tradition of research and teaching, and degrees employers in Bangladesh recognise instantly.
Graduate visa
Stay and work without a sponsor after you graduate — two years if you apply by 31 December 2026, 18 months after that.
A community already there
Large Bangladeshi communities in London, Birmingham, Manchester and beyond.
Cost of studying in UK: tuition and living costs
| Level | Indicative tuition |
|---|---|
| Foundation / International Year One | Check each provider |
| Bachelor's | About £12,000–26,000 a year (lab subjects and medicine more) |
| Taught master's | About £12,000–30,000+ for the year |
Indicative ranges; each course page has the exact fee.
- Living costs for the visa
- £1,529 a month in London, £1,171 elsewhere, for up to 9 months
- Tuition
- Plus any first-year fees not yet paid
- The 28-day rule
- The money must be held for 28 days in a row, ending no more than 31 days before you apply
UK student visa from Bangladesh
- Visa
- Student visa
- Enrolment document
- Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
- Fee
- £558 from outside the UK, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge of £776 a year
- Processing
- About 3 weeks from outside the UK; faster paid services available
- How Bangladeshi students apply
- Online at gov.uk, then fingerprints and photo at a VFS Global centre in Dhaka, Sylhet or Chattogram.
Documents you will need
- CAS number, and the documents the university used to issue it
- Bank statements or a loan letter meeting the funds rule and the 28-day rule
- Birth certificate and parental consent letter if the account is in a parent's name
- TB test certificate from a Home Office–approved clinic in Bangladesh
- ATAS certificate, if your course needs one
- Passport, IHS and visa fee receipts
Part-time work and post-study work rights
Entry requirements and IELTS for UK
- Undergraduate
- HSC or A-levels with strong grades. Many HSC students enter through a foundation year or International Year One.
- Postgraduate
- A recognised bachelor's — a four-year honours degree is preferred. Some universities accept a three-year degree, sometimes only with a master's added.
- English
- Degree courses need English at CEFR B2. Universities can assess it themselves and usually accept IELTS Academic (typically 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for undergraduate, 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for postgraduate), PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo. Courses below degree level need a Secure English Language Test such as IELTS for UKVI.
Popular subjects
- Computer science, AI & data
- Business, MBA & finance
- Engineering
- Public health
- Law
- Project management
Universities in UK popular with Bangladeshi students
- University of ManchesterManchester · Public · SepKnown for Business & MBA, Engineering, Computer Science & IT
- University of BirminghamBirmingham · Public · SepKnown for Engineering, Business & MBA, Public Health
- University of LeedsLeeds · Public · SepKnown for Business & MBA, Engineering, Data Science & AI
- Queen Mary University of LondonLondon · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Law (LLB & LLM), Computer Science & IT, Economics
- University of GlasgowGlasgow · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Data Science & AI, Business & MBA, Education & TESOL
- University of GreenwichLondon · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Business & MBA, Computer Science & IT, Pharmacy
- Ulster UniversityBelfast, London & Birmingham · Public · Sep, Jan, MayKnown for Business & MBA, Computer Science & IT, Nursing & Health
- Anglia Ruskin UniversityCambridge, Chelmsford & London · Public · Sep, JanKnown for Business & MBA, Nursing & Health, Public Health
Recruitment policies change, and some universities pause intakes from Bangladesh. Check with us before you apply. Search all universities →
UK scholarships for Bangladeshi students
- Chevening ScholarshipsFully funded one-year master's — tuition, stipend, flights and visa. Needs two years' work experience. The 2027/28 round closes on 6 October 2026.
- Commonwealth Master's ScholarshipsFully funded master's for talented Bangladeshis who could not otherwise afford UK study, through a national nomination.
- GREAT Scholarships£10,000 towards tuition for a one-year taught master's at participating universities.
- University scholarshipsMost UK universities offer partial tuition awards to international students, often assessed with the application.
Questions about studying in UK
Can I bring my spouse on a one-year master's?
No. Since January 2024, only students on PhD and research degrees, or government-sponsored students, can bring dependants.
Is the Graduate visa getting shorter?
Yes — to 18 months for applications from 1 January 2027. Students finishing in 2026 should apply before the end of December 2026 to get two years.
Do I need IELTS for UKVI?
Only where a Secure English Language Test is required — mainly courses below degree level. For a degree, follow the university's requirement.
How long is the TB certificate valid?
Six months. Make sure it is still valid on the day you apply.
Ready to start your UK application?
Bring your results, passport and budget to our Lalmatia office. We will shortlist courses that fit, check the visa funds rule against your family's documents, and tell you honestly what your chances are.