Big Changes: Fixed Scholarships for 2026/27

Big Changes: Fixed Scholarships for 2026/27

Big Changes: Fixed Scholarships for 2026/27

Moving away from the older percentage-based system (10%–30%), the University of Northampton has introduced Fixed-Amount Scholarships. This change ensures transparency, allowing students to know exactly how much will be deducted from their tuition fees right from the start.

New Scholarship Tiers:

• £2,000
• £3,000
• £4,000

How it looks in practice:

To help you visualize the impact on your wallet, here are three common scenarios:

University of Northampton Tuition Fees: 2026/2027 Summary

Understanding the base cost is the first step in your planning. Below is the official summary for international students:

Undergraduate Programmes

• Category 1 (Standard BA/BSc/BEng): £17,000
• Category 2 (High-cost: Engineering, Biomedical, Health): £18,000
• 2-Year LLB Intensive: £18,000
• Top-Up Courses: £18,500
• BSc Nursing (All pathways): £20,000
• Sandwich/Placement Year: £1,350

Postgraduate Programmes

• MA / MSc / LLM: £19,000
• MBA: £19,500
• MA Social Work: £20,000
• MSc Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy: £20,000
• Postgraduate Placement (Year 2): £1,000

Entry Requirements: Do You Qualify?

The University of Northampton maintains a balanced entry profile, rewarding both academic consistency and English proficiency.

Academic Requirements

• Undergraduate: Minimum 60% in Standard 12th.
• Postgraduate: Minimum 55% (must be a Second Class degree).

English Language (IELTS)

• Standard Requirement: Overall 6.0, with no single band lower than 5.5.
• Note: Requirements may vary slightly for specific clinical or professional courses.

The "Scholars Green" Accommodation Perk

Finding affordable housing is often the biggest hurdle for international students. Northampton is tackling this head-on with the Scholars Green Student Village Perk.

All new international students for the September 2026 intake are eligible for a 30% discount on rent at Scholars Green. This is a significant saving that directly reduces your monthly cost of living in the UK.

How ARK Education Helps You Navigate This

At ARK Education, we specialize in scholarship-focused admissions. Because UK policies regarding CAS and visas can change frequently, having a trusted partner in Malad-Mumbai ensures you don’t miss critical deadlines or requirements.

We provide:

• Transparent Advice: No hidden agendas, just honest, founder-led counseling.
• Application Support: We handle the heavy lifting of your university and visa applications.
• IELTS Coaching: Our in-house experts help you hit that 6.0+ target with ease.

Important Note: UK immigration and university policies are subject to change. Always verify the latest updates with your counselor before finalizing your application.

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