University of Leicester

No, the University of Leicester is not a Russell Group university. Russell Group Universities are the top 25 UK universities. They are also known as an association representing 24 leading, research-intensive public universities in the United Kingdom with difficult admissions, low acceptance rates, and high prestige. 

Comparing the University of Leicester and the University of Reading in the table below, we can say that-

Shiksha's recommendation: For a better global name, the University of Reading can be your choice. But University of Leicester is affordable, easier to get into, focus on employablity better. 

Comparing the University of Leicester and the University of Reading in the table below, we can say that-

Shiksha's recommendation: For a better global name, the University of Reading can be your choice. But University of Leicester is affordable, easier to get into, focus on employablity better. 

Indian students can easily get into the University of Leicester, but they will have to fulfil the entry requirements. The specific requirements for Indian students at the University of Leicester are as follows-

As per Shiksha University of Leicester, the pros and cons for the university are as follows-

Yes, it is hard to get into the University of Leicester as the acceptance rate here is around 39% as per an unofficial source.

To raise the chances of admission, Indian students should have at least 75 to 85% in class 12th for the Leicester UG courses and for PG courses, these students would need a UK 2:1 Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. 

The University of Leicester has just one campus located about one mile South of the city centre, next to Victoria Park.

This main campus is the prime location for academic departments which are the David Wilson Library, the Percy Gee Students Union and landmarks like Attenborough Tower along with the Engineering Building.  

The other is the Leicester Brookfiled campus and it is the School of Business. 

The University of Leicester is ranked well in the UK as well as internationally. As per the QS Rankings 2027, this university has been ranked #34 in the year 2027. Globally, this ranking was #314. 

The Guardian ranks the University of Leicester at #40 in the year 2026 which is an improvement from what it was in the last year (#34).

Yes, Leicester is more affordable for Indian students to live in compared to London. Rated one of the most affordable cities in the UK for Indian students, the average monthly cost of living in Leicester for Indian students ranges between GBP 650 and GBP 1,100 (INR 82.2 K and INR 1.4 Lakhs). 

It costs between GBP 900 and GBP 1,350 (INR 1.13 Lakhs and INR 1.7 Lakhs) to study in London.

1 GBP = INR 126.55

Yes, Indian students can pay their tuition fee in 2 installments at the Uni of Leicester. At least 50% of the annual fee is paid at the start of the course. The rest is paid as per the installment plan mentioned below: