Program Overview

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University of Leicester Programs

The University of Leicester offers a wide range of programs for students, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as research opportunities.

Undergraduate Programs

The university provides various undergraduate programs, including:

• 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 your application and next steps.
• Fees and funding: Information about loans, grants, bursaries, and scholarships.
• Open Days: Visit the campus to learn more about the university.
• On demand: Videos, blogs, and more to discover life at Leicester.
• Careers: Employability is embedded into all courses.
• Support and welfare: The university is there for you from day one.
• Study Abroad Unit: Extend your degree with a year at a partner university.

Postgraduate Programs

The university offers various postgraduate programs, including:

• 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 your 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 your career alongside your existing commitments.

Research Degrees

The university provides research degree opportunities, including:

• 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

The university offers distance learning opportunities, including:

• How to apply: The application processes are 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 your distance learning degree.

International Students

The university welcomes international students, with information available for students from around the world, including:

• Africa
• Asia
• Australasia
• Europe
• Latin America and the Caribbean
• Middle East
• North America

Scholarships

The university offers various scholarships, including:

• Family Loyalty Discount: 10% discount if your sibling, spouse, or parent studied at Leicester.
• Sanctuary scholarships: The university believes higher education should be accessible to all.
• Alumni Discount: 20% off your Master's if you already have a Leicester degree.

English Language Requirements

The university requires international students to demonstrate their English language skills, with equivalent qualifications available.

Advice for International Students

The university provides advice for international students, including information on visas, bank accounts, doctors, travel, and more.

Centre for International Training and Education

The university has a Centre for International Training and Education, which includes:

• English Language Teaching Unit: A wide range of English language and study skills courses.
• Sanctuary Seekers' Unit: The university has been a University of Sanctuary since 2018.
• Study Abroad Unit: Extend your degree with a year at a partner university.

PGCE Primary (Lead Partners)

The university offers a PGCE Primary (Lead Partners) program, which includes:

• Course description: The program prepares students to teach across the full range of the Primary Curriculum.
• Entry requirements: A 2:1 degree, GCSE grade C or above in English Language, Maths, and Science, and a pass in the Professional Skills Tests.
• Fees and funding: ｣9,535 for UK students and ｣19,400 for international students.
• Careers and employability: Many Lead Partners students secure their first teaching post within one of their Alliance's schools.

Course Structure

The PGCE Primary (Lead Partners) program includes:

• Taught Strands: The program covers three taught strands, including Professional Studies, Curriculum, and Specialist Studies.
• School Placements: Students will be placed in three contrasting Partnership schools, with the opportunity to observe skilled class teachers and work alongside experienced teacher-mentors.

Why Leicester?

The university is a great choice for students, with:

• Real-world teaching insights
• Access to over 200 primary and secondary schools
• An Outstanding grade from Ofsted
• A focus on reflection and continuous improvement

Teaching and Learning

The university's teaching and learning approach includes:

• Taught sessions with students from other routes into teaching
• Age-phase groups for specialist study
• A focus on reflection and continuous improvement
• Two written assignments and continuous assessment throughout the course.