London South Bank University: Fees, Deposit and Scholarships
TL;DR: London South Bank University (LSBU) charges full-time international students from £16,440 a year for an undergraduate degree and from £16,740 for an MSc, MA or PgDip in 2026/27. To get a CAS you pay a non-refundable deposit of at least 50 percent of the first year's fee, and the January intake is already closed, so the next realistic start is September.
London South Bank University is a London university that publishes its international fees, deposit rules and scholarships in detail. This guide explains what LSBU charges, what you pay before your CAS, which scholarships it offers and why the timing of your application matters now. If you want a quick read on your chances, Check your eligibility with Prosper.
How much are London South Bank University fees for international students?
London South Bank University publishes starting points rather than a single price. For full-time international students in 2026/27, LSBU lists:
| Level | Full-time international fee, 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree | from £16,440 a year |
| MSc, MA, PgDip | from £16,740 |
Your exact fee is on the course page in LSBU's Course Finder. LSBU has more than 2,000 international students from more than 130 countries, and course names in its student stories include MSc Data Science, MSc Business Project Management, MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence and MSc International Marketing. Compare these figures with other London options in our guide to UK tuition fees for international students.
The LSBU deposit and payment plan
LSBU's Tuition Fee Regulations 2026/27 require overseas students who need a Student visa to pay a minimum non-refundable deposit of 50 percent of the first year's tuition fee to secure a CAS. In some cases, such as applicants from countries with high visa refusal rates, LSBU can ask for up to 100 percent. The amount you owe is confirmed in your offer letter.
After the deposit, self-funded students can pay in full or pay 75 percent by enrolment and the remaining 25 percent later. For students starting in January, February or March 2027, the regulations set the second 25 percent for 26 April 2027. You can pay online in pounds through LSBU's portal or by bank transfer.
LSBU also offers an early settlement discount to self-funded students who pay the whole year at once. Its fees page and its fee regulations describe the amount differently, so confirm the figure in writing before you rely on it. Our UK university deposit guide explains how deposits and CAS timing fit together.
London South Bank University scholarships
LSBU groups its international awards as the LSBU Future Global Graduate Awards. Each is a tuition discount, and you can hold only one.
- Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award: £2,000 a year for undergraduates with grades equivalent to AAB or above at A Level.
- Global Success Scholarship: up to £4,000 for undergraduates and postgraduates, depending on the subject. LSBU asks for a £2,000 deposit within four weeks of meeting your offer conditions to secure it.
- LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship: £5,000 off the first year for self-funded international students who completed a recognised Level 3 foundation or, where approved, an International Year One at a listed pathway provider within the past two years.
LSBU's Sri Lanka page says its scholarships have a total value of £1 million. For other funders, see our list of scholarships for international students.
LSBU intakes: why September is the next start
LSBU's How to apply page says applications for the January intake are now closed and no more CASs will be issued for it. Its September deadlines are set in stages by country group, so the first cut-off arrives earlier than many students expect. If you are applying now, plan for September and use the months ahead for your English test, documents and funds.
LSBU lists its accepted English qualifications in a separate document, so check the score for your course before you book. Our comparison of PTE Academic and IELTS UKVI helps you choose. Once you hold an offer, our CAS guide explains the next step.
Applying from Sri Lanka
- Undergraduate entry. LSBU's Sri Lanka page asks for three GCE A/L passes, typically at grade C or higher, with some courses needing specific subjects. Students with O/L and A/L results below that level (S grades or 35 to 49 percent) can apply for a foundation year.
- Master's entry. LSBU asks for a three or four-year honours degree from a recognised Sri Lankan university with Second Class Honours or higher. Some courses ask for specific first-degree subjects or work experience.
- September deadline. LSBU places Sri Lanka in its earliest overseas group, with a first-stage September deadline of 27 July, which LSBU says is subject to review.
- Visa steps. Book the TB test at the IOM clinic in Colombo and biometrics at VFS Colombo. See the IOM Colombo TB test guide and the VFS Global Colombo guide.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the deposit at London South Bank University? LSBU's 2026/27 fee regulations set a minimum non-refundable deposit of 50 percent of the first year's tuition fee for overseas students who need a Student visa, and up to 100 percent in some cases. The amount is confirmed in your offer letter.
Is the London South Bank University January intake still open? No. LSBU's How to apply page says applications for the January intake are closed and no more CASs will be issued for it. The next main start is September.
What scholarships does London South Bank University offer international students? LSBU offers the Future Global Graduate Awards, including a £2,000 a year Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award, a Global Success Scholarship of up to £4,000 and a £5,000 Pathway Progression Scholarship. Each student can hold one award.
What are LSBU's international tuition fees? For 2026/27, LSBU lists full-time international fees from £16,440 a year for undergraduate degrees and from £16,740 for an MSc, MA or PgDip.
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LSBU's starting fees are clear, but the 50 percent deposit and the early September cut-off for some countries mean the money and the paperwork both need to be ready sooner than the start date suggests. To find out whether LSBU fits your grades and budget, Check your eligibility with Prosper. Prosper can apply to London South Bank University for you.
References
- International students, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international (accessed 11/11/2026)
- International fees and funding, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding (accessed 11/11/2026)
- Tuition and Other Fee Regulations 2026/27, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/_resources/pdf/policies-and-regulations/Tuition-Fee-Regulations-2026-27_FINAL_02.06.27.pdf (accessed 11/11/2026)
- International scholarships, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships (accessed 11/11/2026)
- LSBU Pathway Progression Scholarship, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships/lsbu-pathway-progression-scholarship (accessed 11/11/2026)
- How to apply, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply (accessed 11/11/2026)
- Sri Lanka country page, London South Bank University, https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/international/your-country/sri-lanka (accessed 11/11/2026)
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