Queen Mary University of London: Fees, Entry and Intakes
TL;DR: Queen Mary University of London is a Russell Group university in east London with its main campus at Mile End. Most taught master's ask for IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in each part, and many start in January as well as September. A £2,000 deposit comes before the CAS, and the January overseas application deadline is 16 December 2026.
Choosing Queen Mary is the easy part. Getting an offer, paying the deposit and receiving a CAS in time is where applications slow down. This guide sets out the fees, entry rules and deadlines Queen Mary publishes, in the order you will need them. Check your eligibility with Prosper to see which intake is realistic for you.
What does Queen Mary University of London offer international students?
Queen Mary joined the Russell Group in 2012 and describes itself as the only campus-based Russell Group university in London. It teaches over 32,000 students from around 170 nationalities, and its official FAQ page quotes a 110th place in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Its main London sites are:
- Mile End: the main campus, home to many humanities, social science, science and engineering schools, plus halls of residence on site.
- Whitechapel: the base for medicine and dentistry.
- Charterhouse Square: a smaller site in Farringdon.
- Lincoln's Inn Fields: home to the Centre for Commercial Law Studies.
QMUL fees for international students
Queen Mary lists international fees on each course page. These examples come from its course finder, for the intake shown:
| Course | Intake | Overseas fee | UK entry level | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Management MSc | January 2027 | £35,250 | 2:2 in any subject | £2,000 |
| Management MSc | September 2027 | £36,950 | 2:2 in any subject | £2,000 |
| Banking and Finance MSc | January 2027 | £35,250 | 2:2 in any subject | £2,000 |
| Artificial Intelligence (Conversion) MSc | January 2027 | £35,250 | 2:1 in a non-computing subject | £2,000 |
| International Foundation Year | 2026/27 | £25,500 | See the course page | Required before CAS |
Undergraduate fees vary by course and can rise each year. See our guide to UK tuition fees for international students.
Queen Mary entry requirements and English scores
For taught master's courses, Queen Mary converts overseas grades to UK classes: a GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 equals a first, 3.0 a 2:1 and 2.4 a 2:2. Many business and finance master's accept a 2:2; the Artificial Intelligence conversion asks for a 2:1.
Most taught programmes use English Band 4, as set out on Queen Mary's English language requirements page:
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in each part
- PTE Academic 71 overall, with 65 in each part
- Duolingo English Test 120 overall, with 110 in each subscore (tests taken from 1 July 2024)
Results must be under two years old at the start date, and some courses use Band 3 (IELTS 6.0) or Band 5 (IELTS 7.0). See our PTE Academic guide.
Queen Mary January intake: deadlines, deposit and CAS
January starts run on many business, finance, law and medical master's. Queen Mary's key dates page sets these steps for a January 2027 start:
- 16 December 2026: last date for overseas applicants who need a Student visa to apply.
- 4 January 2027: conditional offer holders must send proof they have met their conditions.
- 11 January 2027: last date to request a CAS for a visa application from overseas.
- 1 February 2027: latest arrival date.
January courses take no deposit at the conditional stage. Once your offer is unconditional, you pay the £2,000 deposit, which is usually non-refundable, and only then does the CAS process start. See our guides to UK university deposits and the CAS before you pay.
For September 2027, overseas applications close on 1 September 2027. Some courses then ask for the deposit at the conditional stage, by the date in your offer letter, and decline offers when it is missed.
Queen Mary scholarships and pathway routes
Queen Mary lists these international awards on its scholarships page:
- January 2027 master's: awards worth up to £7,000 for eligible offer holders in business, economics and finance, commercial law, and medicine and dentistry.
- September 2027 master's: Global Talent Scholarships of £6,000 for self-funded overseas students with at least a 2:1 equivalent, awarded on a rolling basis to offer holders who apply.
- September 2027 undergraduate: awards worth up to £20,000.
If your grades are not yet at direct entry level, Queen Mary runs its own International Foundation Year and Pre-Masters Graduate Diplomas. It also accepts foundation and pre-master's study at Kaplan International College London and ONCAMPUS London for progression to a range of its degrees.
Applying from Sri Lanka
Queen Mary considers A/L results for undergraduate direct entry, with grades set by each school; the School of Economics and Finance asks for AAA at Sri Lankan A/L, including Mathematics. For taught master's courses, it asks for a Special, Honours or four-year Professional bachelor's degree from a recognised institution, with the GPA conversions above.
| Your situation | Route to consider |
|---|---|
| Degree meets the course class, English score ready now | January 2027 master's, apply before 16 December 2026 |
| Degree ready, English test not yet taken | September 2027 master's |
| Degree that does not meet the master's entry rules | Ask about the Pre-Masters route |
| A/L results below the course grades | International Foundation Year, Kaplan or ONCAMPUS |
After your CAS, book your TB test at the IOM clinic in Colombo and your biometrics at VFS Global Colombo. Our UK student visa guide covers the rest. Plan your bank evidence early in rupees; the maintenance funds rise on 30 November 2026. To compare options, see our list of universities in the UK for international students.
Frequently asked questions
Is Queen Mary University of London a Russell Group university?
Yes. Queen Mary University of London joined the Russell Group in 2012 and describes itself as the only campus-based Russell Group university in London.
Does Queen Mary have a January intake?
Yes. Queen Mary offers January starts on many taught master's courses. For a January 2027 start, overseas applicants needing a Student visa must apply by 16 December 2026.
How much is the Queen Mary deposit for international students?
Most Queen Mary courses ask international students for a £2,000 deposit before the CAS is issued. It is usually non-refundable.
Can Prosper apply to Queen Mary University of London for me?
Yes. Prosper can apply to Queen Mary University of London for you, directly or through the Kaplan and ONCAMPUS pathways, and checks your documents first.
PS: A January 2027 start at Queen Mary depends on your documents being ready before 16 December 2026. Check your eligibility with Prosper to see which intake fits you.
References
- Frequently asked questions, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/study/faqs/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Sri Lanka entry requirements, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/regions/south-asia/entry-requirements/sri-lanka/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Sri Lanka undergraduate requirements, School of Economics and Finance, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/sef/undergraduate/entry-requirements/international-requirements/sri-lanka/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- English Language Requirements for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/undergraduate-and-postgraduate-programmes/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Accepted English Language Tests and Qualifications, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/englishlanguagerequirements/accepted-english-language-tests-and-qualifications/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Key Dates and Deadlines, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/deadlines/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- January 2027 Start, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/january-2027-start/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- International Tuition Fee Deposits, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/tuitionfees/deposits/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Management MSc, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/management-msc/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Banking and Finance MSc, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/banking-and-finance-msc/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Artificial Intelligence (Conversion) MSc, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/coursefinder/courses/artificial-intelligence-conversion-msc/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Undergraduate tuition fees, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/undergraduate/feesandfunding/tuitionfees/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Scholarships and funding, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/international-students/tuitionfees/feesfinance/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Global Talent Scholarship, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/scholarships/items/global-talent-scholarship-pgt-2027.html (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Other pathways, Queen Mary University of London, https://qmul.ac.uk/international-students/pathway-programmes/other-pathways (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Explore our campuses: Mile End, Queen Mary University of London, https://www.qmul.ac.uk/study/explore-our-campuses/mile-end/ (accessed 09/11/2026)
