The University of Chester has a long and distinguished history. It was established in 1839 by a group of prominent local figures including Britain’s greatest 19th century Prime Minister - William Gladstone. We were the first institution in England set up to train teachers and are one of the oldest higher education institutions in the UK pre-dating all universities except Oxford, Cambridge, Durham and London. Today the University of Chester currently has about 15,000 students enrolled on full-time and part-time degree courses across its campuses. Chester has long been a favoured location for some of the international market’s biggest players. Companies such as Airbus, Bank of America, HBOS, Bristol Myers Squibb and Marks & Spencer all have large scale, long-term operations based in the immediate area along with a myriad of local businesses and SMEs and the University has built strong links with these organisations and the wider business community. This both enhances the relevance of our degrees and helps our students to find professional work-based placements. In choosing Chester, you will be selecting an institution with a strong learning tradition, and one which will challenge you to give the best of yourself in your academic work and your contribution to our student community. In return, we will give you one of the best experiences of your life.

Why study at the University of Chester?

• Located in one of 8 heritage cities in the UK- one of the loveliest and on every tourist’s 'must see' itinerary.
• Safe and pleasant place to study
• Truly British experience: only 3% of our students are from overseas
• 5* rating in supporting our students by British Quality Foundation
• English language and study skills support
• Second most affordable in terms of living costs (2010 Sunday Times)
• Competitive tuition fees and bursaries
• Excellent record of graduate employment: 92% students employed or in further education within a year of graduation
• Hundreds of possible degree combinations
• Many degrees accredited by professional bodies
• Worked based placements for all undergraduate students
• Internship programme for MBA
• Part –time employment opportunitie

Fees and Scholarships Fees for undergraduate and postgraduate taught degrees (2011 entry) are ranging from £7,920 to £11.250 depending on the course and level of study. Tuition fees for research study (MPhil and PhD) range from £9,900 to £12,950.

Detailed information can be found on http://www.chester.ac.uk/international/fees/tuition

International students may be offered a scholarship/bursary of £1,000 - £2,000 to reduce their tuition fees. For details please contact International Office international@chester.ac.uk / www.chester.ac.uk/international