What are UK master's tuition fees, and can my spouse come with me as a dependant?
UK master's tuition typically ranges from GBP 16,000 to 45,000 a year for international students, depending on subject, with MBA and specialised programmes going up to around GBP 50,000. Figures are indicative, and spouse dependant eligibility is mainly for research degrees or government-sponsored students, so check before you apply.
UK master's fees vary a lot by subject, so the figures below are indicative only. Whether your spouse can join you depends mainly on whether you study a research degree or are government-sponsored.
Typical yearly tuition by subject area
| Subject area | Typical yearly tuition |
|---|---|
| All master's (overall range) | 16,000 to 45,000 (approx INR 20.48 to 57.60 L) |
| Arts and Humanities | 16,000 to 28,000 (approx INR 20.48 to 35.84 L) |
| Science and Engineering | 22,000 to 35,000 (approx INR 28.16 to 44.80 L) |
| Business and Law | 25,000 to 40,000 (approx INR 32.00 to 51.20 L) |
| MBA and specialised programmes | Up to GBP 50,000 (approx INR 63.99 L) |
Spouse dependant options
Dependant eligibility is mainly for research degrees or government-sponsored students, and depends on your course type and funding, so confirm it for your exact programme on the official UK government pages. Living expenses and visa costs are extra and can change.
My Advice
Decide whether bringing your spouse is essential before you choose a course, because it can change which programmes are realistic. Then budget for tuition, living costs and visa fees together.
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