Fees, accommodation and living costs
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Fees for international students
It is important to think about not only your tuition and accommodation costs but the cost of living too.
The minimum cost of living as recommended by UKVI for studying outside London is £1,136 per month, but will vary from student to student. This is a guideline to cover items like accommodation, food, laundry, books, clothes, toiletries and socialising. For up to date information, visit Student visa: Money you need - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
- Currently the maintenance level is set at £1,483/month for those studying in London and £1,136 for people studying outside of London.
Tuition fees (listed below) will be an additional cost, as well as student insurance, the health care surcharge and transfers to and from the airport.
Top tips for saving money
Please note that most places offer student discounts, so make sure you keep your student ID with you to save money on food, entertainment and shopping:
- Sort out your budget – know your essential outgoings per month so you can work out what’s left to spend
- Go to student events for cheaper prices
- Ask shops, restaurants, hairdressers about student discounts
- Use your UCard (University identification card) to access more discounts
- Search online for restaurant and cinema vouchers and discounts
UCAS has some useful tips on how to manage money with their budgeting tips.
Tuition fees
Our tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year are now live.
Find out how much it costs to study your chosen programme at the University of Sheffield International College, as well as accommodation and other costs.
Fees for studying at the International College
Pathway programme fees
| Programme | Subject route | Number of semesters | 2024/25 | 2025/26 |
| International Foundation Year | Business, Social Sciences and Humanities | 1.5 | £19,250 | £20,250 |
| 2 | No longer applicable | £22,750 | ||
| Science and Engineering | 1.5 | £21,750 | £22,500 | |
| 2 | No longer applicable | £24,250 |
| Programme | Subject route | Number of semesters | 2025/26 |
| International Year One | Business Management and Accounting | 2 | £22,750 |
| Economics | 2 | £22,750 | |
| Psychology | 2 | N/A | |
| 2026/27 | |||
| Psychology | 2 | £23,900 |
| Programme | Subject route | Number of semesters | 2024/25 | 2025/26 |
| Pre-Masters | Business, Social Sciences and Humanities | 1.5 | £20,900 | £21,500 |
| 2 | No longer applicable | £24,900 | ||
| Science and Engineering | 1.5 | £21,500 | £22,250 | |
| 2 | £25,250 | £26,250 |
English language preparation course fees
| Teaching method | Subject route | Course duration | 2024/25 | 2025/26 |
| On campus | For International Foundation Year | 1 term | £5,500 | £5,750 |
| For International Foundation Year | 2 terms | £11,000 | £11,500 | |
| On campus | For Pre-Masters | 1 term | £5,500 | £5,750 |
| For Pre-Masters | 2 terms | £11,000 | £11,500 | |
| Online | For International Foundation Year or Pre-Masters | 7 weeks | £3,300 | £3,500 |
| Online | For International Year One | 10 weeks | N/A | £4,900 |
| Online | For Pre-Masters | 10 weeks | £4,710 | £4,900 |
Tuition fee validity
Fees for the 2025/26 academic year are valid for any programme that commences on, or after, 25th August 2025. Any programme starting before this date will be subject to 2024/25 tuition fees.
Pre-courses
| Pathway | Fee |
| Prepare for Success | Free |
| Enhanced Induction | Free |
Additional fees
| Accommodation fees | For accommodation costs, visit the accommodation page |
| Manchester airport pick-up (one-way transfer) | Coach: Free (depending on your programme start date and arrival date) Taxi: £100 |
| StudyCare Insurance (up to 12 months) | £450 (£8.65 per week). Prices are indicative. |
| StudyCare Insurance (24 months fixed) | £720 (£6.93 per week) |
| Immigration Health Surcharge | Please visit the Gov.uk pages to read more about how much you need to pay |
Confirmation payment & tuition fees
Once you have received an offer of a place at the International Study Centre, you are required to pay a confirmation payment. The security deposit is held to cover damages and any other incidental expenses. Any monies left at the end of your programme will be returned to you. If you do not require a student visa you must pay your confirmation payment and advance tuition fees payment no later than 3 months before the start date of your programme.
| When? | Amount (GBP) |
| Confirmation payment at point of confirming offer to study | £1,000 security deposit £260 administration fee (non-refundable) |
| Prior to applying for your Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (‘CAS’) | £6,000 advance tuition fees payment Please note: this is in addition to the initial confirmation payment taking the total fees paid prior to applying for your CAS to £7,260. |
| 28 days prior to start of 1st semester | Balance of 1st Semester fees (if any) as set out in your offer letter |
| 2 months prior to start of 2nd semester | Balance of 2nd Semester fees (if any) as set out in your offer letter |
For certain territories, you may be required to pay a higher amount in respect of advance tuition fees. Details will be set out in the individual payment plan attached to your offer letter. Some course may be subject to a higher non-refundable confirmation payment that will be set out in the individual payment plan and offer conditions. For full information about fees and refunds read our Terms and Conditions.
Pay your fees
Visit our how to pay page to find out how to pay for your tuition fees.
Additional information
StudyCare Insurance
All international students should have accident and medical insurance for the duration of their time in the UK. This will make you feel more secure because not having the proper coverage can be extremely difficult and expensive.
You can take out our own Study Care Insurance policy or alternative cover with a third party. The StudyCare Insurance policy covers loss of personal possessions as well as providing health and medical insurance. It is specifically designed for international students’ needs during your studies at the International Study Centre and, if required, after progressing to your university. Insurance cover is offered for flexible terms of up to 12 or 24 months (fixed), allowing you to choose a policy duration that fits your needs. If you select 24 months, you will be covered for the duration of your pathway programme plus the first year of your degree.
Guardianship
We ensure that all students under the age of 18 have a UK-based educational guardian in place. For applicants who require support with arranging guardianship, we work with our recommended AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider to help facilitate this.
Scholarships
Explore the scholarship options available for students studying at the International College.
How to pay
Find out more about our fees and how you can view and pay for your tuition on our payment platform.
Entry requirements
Find out the academic and English language entry requirements for your chosen programme at the International College.
Semester dates
You can start at the International College at multiple points during the year. Check the semester dates for your programme.
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