Program Overview

University of Leicester Programs

The University of Leicester offers a wide range of programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Undergraduate Programs

• Accommodation: Apply by 1 September for a guaranteed place.
• Find a course: Browse or search the full range of undergraduate degrees.
• How to apply: Making the application and next steps.
• Fees and funding: Information about loans, grants, bursaries, and scholarships.
• Open Days: An opportunity to visit the campus.
• On demand: Videos, blogs, and more to discover life at Leicester.
• Careers: Employability is embedded into all courses.
• Support and welfare: Support from day one.
• Study Abroad Unit: Extend the degree with a year at a partner university.
• Chat to us: Ways to get in touch for help.

Postgraduate Programs

• Find a course: Browse or search the full range of postgraduate degrees.
• Funding your studies: Information about loans, grants, bursaries, and scholarships.
• How to apply: Making the application and what happens afterwards.
• Postgraduate events: Visit the campus or sign up for a webinar.
• Accommodation: Apply by 1 September for a guaranteed place.
• Careers: Employability is embedded into all courses.
• Online learning: Boost career alongside existing commitments.
• Submit a postgraduate study enquiry: Get an answer as soon as possible.

Research Degrees

• Funded opportunities: Studentship opportunities currently accepting applications.
• Applying: Browse research degrees on offer at Leicester.
• Support and guidance: A great research community and the Doctoral College.

Distance Learning

• How to apply: Application processes designed to be user-friendly.
• How distance learning works: A flexible way to fit study around other commitments.
• Fees, funding, and scholarships: Financial support for distance learning degrees.
• Submit a distance learning enquiry: Get an answer as soon as possible.

International Students

• Information for international students: Part of a truly global community from over 150 countries.
• English language requirements: Demonstrate or improve English language skills.
• Advice for international students: Visas, bank accounts, doctors, travel, and more.
• Centre for International Training and Education: English Language Teaching, Sanctuary Seekers Unit, and more.

Management MSc

Course Description

The MSc in Management combines a comprehensive grounding in the functions of management with a critical analysis of the context in which managers work.

Entry Requirements

• A good UK honours degree or its equivalent.
• A postgraduate diploma from a recognised institution.
• A relevant graduate-level professional qualification.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Fees and Funding

• UK Students: ｣11,200 (starting in September 2026).
• International Students: ｣24,250 (starting in September 2026).

Accreditation

• Accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
• Dual award with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) upon successful completion.

Careers and Employability

• Develops practical transferable skills including independent research and strategic thinking.
• Enhances professional development and career prospects.

Course Structure

• Semester 1: Academic Practice and Professional Skills, Organisational Behaviour, Business Economics, Accounting and Finance for Managers, Management Decisions and Risk Analysis.
• Semester 2: Marketing Management, Managing Change and Uncertainty, Leading, Managing and Developing People, Research Methods for Managers.
• Term 3: Management in Practice, Management Project, Managing Digital Technologies and Business Analytics.

Why Leicester?

• Multi-disciplinary approach to management.
• Wide range of option modules for flexibility.
• Prestigious Small Business Charter Award.
• Signatory to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).

Teaching and Learning

• Mixture of seminars, lectures, group work, case study analysis, and guided reading.
• Personal tutor for pastoral support.
• Assessment through assignments and examinations, plus an 8,000-word dissertation.

Key Dates

• Application deadline: 4 September 2026.
• Deposit payment deadline: 7 August 2026.
• CAS request deadline: 4 September 2026.
• 70% tuition payment deadline: 4 September 2026.