How much does it cost to study in the UK from Bangladesh in 2027? Official tuition fees, living costs, new visa fund amounts, health surcharge and a sample budget in pounds and taka.
The cost of studying in the UK from Bangladesh in 2027 depends mainly on three things: your tuition fee, your city and the length of your course. As a quick guide, official university fee pages reviewed for this article show international tuition from about £17,600 to £39,700 per year, roughly BDT 28 lakh to 64 lakh. On top of that, the UK government asks Student visa applicants to show living-cost funds of £1,203 per month outside London or £1,570 per month in London (for up to nine months) for applications from 30 November 2026. You will also pay a £558 visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge.
This guide breaks down every major cost for Bangladeshi students and guardians: tuition, accommodation, living expenses, visa and health charges, one-off costs and a sample first-year budget, in pounds and approximate taka. All taka figures use about BDT 162 per British pound, the exchange rate on 7 October 2026, rounded to the nearest lakh or thousand. Exchange rates move often, so recalculate before you pay.
Key Takeaways
Tuition: roughly £17,600 to £39,700 per year in the official examples below (about BDT 28 to 64 lakh). Russell Group universities and high-demand subjects usually cost more.
Visa living-cost funds: £1,203 per month outside London and £1,570 per month in London for applications made from 30 November 2026, for up to nine months.
Visa fee: £558 from outside the UK, plus the Immigration Health Surcharge of £776 per year of your visa.
Accommodation is usually the biggest living cost. University halls listed for 2026/27 range from about £107 to £360 per week at the University of Birmingham.
One-year master's degrees can make the UK more affordable in total than its annual fees suggest.
Fees and visa amounts rise regularly. Always use the latest official figures for your intake.
For the full picture of universities, admission and visas, read our pillar guide to studying in the UK from Bangladesh.
UK Tuition Fees for Bangladeshi Students
International students pay higher fees than UK students. Fees depend on the university, subject, level and year of entry, and many universities increase fees each year. The figures below are taken from official university pages.
Undergraduate tuition fees
University of Sheffield: £27,650 to £34,670 per year for new overseas undergraduates in 2027/28, excluding medicine and dentistry, according to its overseas fees page (about BDT 45 to 56 lakh).
University of Manchester: £39,700 per year for BSc Computer Science, 2027 entry (about BDT 64 lakh).
Coventry University: £17,600 per year for BSc International Business Management (about BDT 28.5 lakh). Check which entry year the fee applies to.
Most bachelor's degrees in England last three years, and many Bangladeshi students first need a foundation year, which adds a year of fees and living costs.
Postgraduate (master's) tuition fees
University of Hertfordshire: MSc Computer Science at £19,950 for 2026/27 and £21,580 for 2027/28, according to its course page (about BDT 32 to 35 lakh).
University of Greenwich (London): MA International Business at £19,450 for 2026/27, according to its course page (about BDT 31.5 lakh).
University of Manchester: MSc Advanced Computer Science at £41,400 for September 2027 entry, according to its course page (about BDT 67 lakh).
Most taught master's degrees in the UK last about one year, which means one year of fees and living costs instead of two.
Living Costs in the UK
What the UK visa rules require
The UK government sets a minimum amount of money you must show for living costs when applying for a Student visa. According to GOV.UK, the current amounts are £1,529 per month in London and £1,171 per month outside London, for up to nine months.
These amounts rise from 30 November 2026. The government's statement of changes HC 584 replaces £1,529 with £1,570 and £1,171 with £1,203. Applications made before 30 November 2026 are decided under the old figures, so most 2027 applicants will need the new amounts:
London: £1,570 x 9 months = £14,130 (about BDT 22.9 lakh)
Outside London: £1,203 x 9 months = £10,827 (about BDT 17.5 lakh)
This is a visa requirement, not a full-year budget. Many courses and accommodation contracts run longer than nine months, so plan for real costs too.
Real living cost estimates from universities
The University of Manchester estimates postgraduate living costs for 2026/27 at about £18,188 per year over 52 weeks, or about £1,510 per month (roughly BDT 29.5 lakh per year), including private accommodation of about £10,000 per year.
The University of Birmingham breaks costs into accommodation and weekly variable costs such as food, travel and personal spending, based on a 42-week session.
Accommodation costs
Accommodation is usually the largest part of your living costs. For example:
University of Birmingham halls (2026/27): £107 to £360 per week depending on the residence and room type, on contracts of 42, 50 or 51 weeks, according to its accommodation fees page.
University of Manchester (2026/27): self-catered halls from about £487 to £1,060 per month, and privately rented shared houses around £645 to £710 per month including average bills.
London is generally the most expensive city for accommodation. Choosing shared rooms, living slightly further from the city centre and comparing university halls with private options can reduce costs.
Other everyday costs
Food and groceries (cooking at home costs much less than eating out)
Local transport, often cheaper with student discounts or travel passes
Mobile phone and internet
Course materials, printing and a laptop
Winter clothing, especially in your first year
Occasional travel and social activities
Visa and Health Charges
Student visa fee: £558 from outside the UK, according to GOV.UK (about BDT 90,000).
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS): £776 per year for students, according to GOV.UK (about BDT 1.26 lakh per year). It is charged for the full length of your visa, which is usually longer than your course, so use the official IHS calculator for your exact amount.
TB test: Bangladesh is on the UK's TB test list, so you must pay for a test at an approved clinic.
Optional faster decisions: priority services may be available for an extra fee.
See our guide to student visa bank statements and financial proof for how to show tuition and living-cost funds from Bangladesh, including the 28-day rule.
One-Off and Pre-Departure Costs
Many families underestimate costs that come before the first term begins:
English test: British Council Bangladesh lists IELTS Academic at BDT 31,100 and IELTS for UKVI Academic at BDT 34,850 for computer-delivered tests in centre.
UCAS application fee: £34.50 for the 2027 cycle for undergraduate applicants.
Tuition deposit: Many universities ask for a deposit before issuing your CAS. Queen Mary University of London, for example, requires £2,000 from overseas students who need a Student visa. Deposits are often non-refundable except in specific cases, so read the terms.
Accommodation deposit or advance rent
Document costs: attestation, translation and courier fees
Flights from Dhaka to the UK
Initial setup: bedding, kitchen items, a UK SIM card and local travel in your first weeks
Sample First-Year Budget: One-Year Master's Outside London
This illustrative example uses the University of Hertfordshire MSc Computer Science fee for 2027/28 and the UK visa living-cost benchmark. It is not a quote, and your real costs will depend on your course, accommodation and lifestyle.
Tuition: £21,580 (about BDT 35 lakh)
Living costs, using the visa benchmark for 12 months: £1,203 x 12 = £14,436 (about BDT 23.4 lakh)
Student visa fee: £558 (about BDT 90,000)
Immigration Health Surcharge: depends on visa length; at least £776 (about BDT 1.26 lakh)
IELTS for UKVI: BDT 34,850
Flights, TB test, documents and setup: varies
Estimated total before flights and one-off costs: roughly £37,350 or more, about BDT 60 to 61 lakh. A London course or a Russell Group university could increase this significantly.
How to Reduce the Cost of Studying in the UK
Apply for scholarships: Chevening, Commonwealth and GREAT Scholarships, plus university merit awards, can reduce or cover tuition. See our guide to scholarships for Bangladeshi students.
Choose a one-year master's to limit living costs.
Consider cities outside London, where the visa requirement and typical rents are lower.
Compare universities carefully: fees for similar courses can differ by thousands of pounds.
Look for early payment discounts, which some universities offer for paying tuition in full.
Budget for part-time work carefully: degree-level students can usually work up to 20 hours a week in term time, but earnings should never be used to meet visa funds or pay core tuition.
UK vs Other Destinations on Cost
The UK is usually more expensive per year than destinations such as Malaysia, China or Russia, but shorter degrees can narrow the gap in total cost. If budget is your main concern, compare total programme costs rather than annual fees. Our guide to the cheapest countries to study abroad from Bangladesh can help you compare options.
Common Budgeting Mistakes
Using only the nine-month visa figure as your full-year living budget
Forgetting the Immigration Health Surcharge and tuition deposit
Using last year's fee or visa amounts
Ignoring the cost of a foundation year for HSC students
Assuming part-time work will cover rent and food from the first month
Not allowing for exchange rate changes between offer and payment
Moving funds too late to meet the 28-day bank statement rule
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to study in the UK from Bangladesh per year?
It depends on your course and city. Using official examples, tuition ranges from about £17,600 to £39,700 per year (about BDT 28 to 64 lakh), and the visa living-cost benchmark for applications from 30 November 2026 is £1,203 per month outside London or £1,570 in London. Many students should plan for a total of BDT 50 lakh or more for the first year.
How much bank balance is needed for a UK student visa from Bangladesh?
You need any unpaid first-year tuition plus living costs of up to nine months: £10,827 outside London or £14,130 in London for applications from 30 November 2026. The money must be held for at least 28 consecutive days.
What is the cheapest way to study in the UK?
Choose a university outside London with lower fees, take a one-year master's if eligible, apply for scholarships and keep accommodation costs low by sharing.
How much is the UK Student visa fee in BDT?
The fee is £558 from outside the UK, about BDT 90,000 at October 2026 exchange rates. The Immigration Health Surcharge is charged separately.
Is a one-year master's in the UK cheaper than two years elsewhere?
It can be. Although annual UK fees are higher, a one-year master's means only one year of living costs, which can make the total cost comparable to longer programmes elsewhere.
Can I work part-time to pay for my studies in the UK?
Degree-level students can usually work up to 20 hours a week during term time. Part-time income can help with daily costs, but it cannot be counted towards visa funds and should not be relied on for tuition.
Do UK universities charge a deposit before the CAS?
Many do. Queen Mary University of London, for example, requires £2,000 from overseas students who need a Student visa. Check your university's deposit and refund rules.
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Costs in this guide were checked against official UK government, university and British Council sources in October 2026. Fees, visa amounts and exchange rates change regularly, so always confirm the latest figures before paying.