University of Brighton Courses and Fees 2026-27

University of Brighton fees for Indian students start at £18,108 (INR 23.32 Lakhs) per year for selected undergraduate programmes in 2026/27, while several popular postgraduate courses charge £18,792 (INR 24.20 Lakhs) for the first year. Popular choices include Computer Science MSc, Data Analytics MSc, Cyber Security MSc, Computer Science BSc, and Business Management BSc.

September remains Brighton’s main intake, while January 2027 is available for selected postgraduate courses. Most postgraduate courses do not have a single university-wide application deadline, so Indian students should check course-specific deadlines and allow sufficient time for CAS and Student visa processing.

• UG tuition: £18,108 (INR 23.32 Lakhs) per year
• Selected PG tuition: £18,792 (INR 24.20 Lakhs) per year
• Vice-Chancellor International PG Scholarship: £2,000 (INR 2.58 Lakhs) first year
• International UG Scholarship: £4,000 (INR 5.15 Lakhs) across three years

A one-year master’s at Brighton can require a substantial upfront budget covering tuition, the £5,000 (INR 6.48 lakh) deposit, visa costs, healthcare surcharge, and living expenses. Students should also account for accommodation and other living costs in Brighton, one of the UK’s more expensive student cities. 

Exchange rate: 1 GBP (pound sterling) = INR 128.77.

Review the University of Brighton admission requirements before choosing an intake.

University of Brighton Tuition Fees by Programme

The 2026/27 fee table separates annual tuition from calculated full-course tuition. Most listed postgraduate routes start at one year, while undergraduate routes usually run three years.

Postgraduate Fees: September 2026 and January 2027

Ten postgraduate courses charge £18,792 (INR 24.20 Lakhs) for the first full-time year. The 2026/27 fee is annual, and optional placement years carry separate charges.

University of Brighton Undergraduate Fees

Five undergraduate (UG) courses charge £18,108 (INR 23.32 Lakhs) annually in the standard 2026/27 examples. The full three-year tuition is £54,324 (INR 69.95 Lakhs) at unchanged current rates.

Cost of Living in Brighton for Indian Students

A 39-week halls contract starts at £6,572 (INR 8.46 Lakhs) for shared bathrooms. Ensuite halls start at £7,176 (INR 9.24 Lakhs). The allocation policy requires a seven-day advance rent payment. Guaranteed autumn accommodation requires booking by 31 July 2026. Late September 2026 applicants should price private housing.

Also read: Cost of Living in the UK for Indian Students  

University of Brighton Scholarships for Indian Students

Eligible postgraduate applicants can receive automatic tuition reductions of £2,000 (INR 2.58 Lakhs) or £2,500 (INR 3.22 Lakhs). Undergraduate applicants can receive a £4,000 (INR 5.15 Lakhs) reduction across the standard three-year course. STEM means science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The table lists awards for international-fee students that need no separate scholarship form.

Also read: Scholarships for Indian Students to Study in the UK

University of Brighton Tuition Deposit and Payment Options

University of Brighton uses one standard £5,000 (INR 6.44 Lakhs) international tuition deposit for September 2026 and January 2027. Computer Science MSc, Data Analytics MSc, and Business Management BSc(Hons) all use the same published deposit.

The deposit supports the CAS request and reduces tuition. Some applicants are exempt, according to the university.

Methods of Payment for International Students

• Bank transfer or telegraphic transfer using the university’s payment instructions.
• University online payment facility through Student View.
• Forex card, which can reduce conversion spread by about 2% to 3%.
• Education-loan disbursement, timed against the university instalment dates.

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Steps to Pay the Tuition Fee for International Students

1. Accept the offer in Student View.
2. Pay the £5,000 (INR 6.44 Lakhs) deposit.
3. Complete the CAS request and receive the CAS reference.
4. Pay 50% of the annual fee by 31 October 2026, then the balance by 31 January 2027.
5. Keep every payment receipt for the visa file.

Hidden Costs of Studying at University of Brighton

• For September 2026, the visa application deadline is 14 September 2026 on the university’s differential-evidence path.
• The Student visa fee is £558 (INR 71,854).
• The IHS costs £776 (INR 99,926) per year for students.
• An estimated 18-month visa period can produce an IHS charge of £1,164 (INR 1.50 Lakhs).
• Shared halls require a seven-day advance payment of £169 (INR 21,762) at the listed starting rent.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) retakes and translations vary by provider.
• Bank transfer charges and exchange spreads vary by bank.

Cash Needed Before Arrival

Cash Needed Before Arrival for a one-year Data Analytics MSc is £6,891 (INR 8.87 Lakhs). This includes the £5,000 (INR 6.44 Lakhs) deposit, £558 (INR 71,854) visa fee, £1,164 (INR 1.50 Lakhs) estimated IHS, and £169 (INR 21,762) first halls payment. The tuition balance, airfare, and variable setup costs remain outside this verified minimum. Budget approximately INR 8.87 Lakhs to INR 8.89 Lakhs for first-year hidden costs. 

Fee Saving Strategies for Indian Students

The biggest controllable saving for September 2026 is the automatic £2,000 (INR 2.58 Lakhs) postgraduate award.

January 2027 remains the next postgraduate-only intake, with scholarship deadlines pending.

• Use the 39-week halls option when it avoids a longer private lease and separate bills.
• A Student visa may permit limited term-time work. Check your visa conditions before budgeting earnings.
• Section 80E of India’s Income Tax Act can allow an interest deduction for eligible education loans.
• Compare course-specific fees because postgraduate tuition spans £17,748 (INR 22.85 Lakhs) to £21,114 (INR 27.19 Lakhs).
• The Graduate Route lasts 18 months for applications made on or after 1 January 2027. Doctoral graduates receive three years.

Source: University of Brighton scholarship pages; GOV.UK Graduate visa guidance.