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St Mary’s University welcome applicants from all over the world to join our lively and diverse student community. There are currently more than 5,500 students from over 90 countries studying with us at our beautiful and historic campus in Southwest London.

Below you will find lots of useful information for applicants from India. Our International Enquiry Team (link to contact form) is available to support you through the applicant journey:

Study at St Mary's

Below is a list of our course categories:

Undergraduate academic requirements

All applications will be considered however, we do highly recommend the following qualifications to strengthen your application:

Applicants who have completed the Standard XII or All India Senior School Certificate (ISC) or Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) will need to achieve:

  • 65% – For Business, Law, Criminology, and Computer Science from Category A & B boards (See below)
  • 70% – For Business, Law, Criminology and Computer Science from Category C boards (See below)
  • 70% –  For all other courses (Health, life sciences, Journalism) from acceptable boards

 

Category A Category B Category C
CBSE Tamil Nadu

All other boards
ISC Karnataka  
Maharashtra Kerala  
West Bengal Telangana  
Goa Andhra Pradesh  
  Assam  
  Pondicherry  
  Madhya Pradesh  

Postgraduate academic requirements

Applicants who have attained a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) from a recognised institution will normally be considered for postgraduate entry.

2:1 UK Degree Classification

  • Indian degree (%): 65

2:2 UK Degree Classification

  • Indian degree (%): 55

In addition to the information above, there may be entry requirements specific to your chosen Degree Programme. We will also consider relevant work experience. Contact a representative in your county or the Regional Manager for more information.

English language requirements

We understand English may not be your first language and will accept a wide range of English Language tests to support your application. We also offer Pre-Sessional English Language programmes and In-sessional English Language Programmes.

Applicants who have attained Standard XII or All India Senior School Certificate (ISC) or Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) from one of the following boards, may use this qualification as evidence of English Language proficiency if it is 2-years old for undergraduate admission, and 5-years old or less for postgraduate:

Category A Category B Category C
Minimum 70% in English Minimum 75% in English English Language Test Mandatory
CBSE Tamil Nadu

All other boards
ISC Karnataka  
Maharashtra Kerala  
West Bengal Telangana  
Goa Andhra Pradesh  
  Assam  
  Pondicherry  
  Madhya Pradesh  

 

Medium of Instruction (MOI) Waiver

MOI-based English Language Test waiver may be considered if:

  • Letter issued by the University (not affiliated college)
  • Letter confirms medium of instruction
  • Includes course title, student name and student ID
  • Degree completed within the last 2 years from the year of application

MOI waivers will only be accepted for students graduating from Top 100 Indian universities listed in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).

*Exception:
MOI letters will not be accepted from universities located in the state of Punjab.

English Language Test Waiver Conditions

  • UG: Applicants must apply within 2 years of completing High School
  • PGT: Applicants must apply within 2 years of completing their undergraduate degree

If you have already completed an English Language qualification, please include the test results alongside your application as supporting documentation.

You can apply for the programme before you complete an English language qualification or if you are still studying. We will assess your application, including your personal statement and any qualifications you have already attained.

If you are suitable for the programme we will send you a Conditional Offer. This will explain which grades you need to be accepted onto the programme, and the deadline to provide supporting documentation.

There may be other conditions also, check the programme page for more information on entry requirements and contact us if you have any questions.

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Tuition fees

View our tuition fees for 2026/27.

Please note: tuition fees do not include accommodation.

Scholarships and funding

Please note: You are not required to submit a separate application for scholarships. You will be reviewed at the time of application assessment. Please contact our admissions team, or our international recruitment team for any support: south.asia@stmarys.ac.uk

Level Subjects Country Scholarships Excellence scholarships

Undergraduate courses

 Business, Law, Computer sciences, Humanities, Media and communications courses

£1500

 

Offered automatically

£4000 each year

 

Need 75% in 12th standard
  Health and Sports science related courses

£1000

 

Offered automatically

£3000 each year

 

Need 75% in 12th standard
Postgraduate courses Business, Law, Computer sciences, Humanities, Media and communications courses

£1500

 

Offered automatically

£4000

 

Need 60% in Bachelors degree
  Health and Sports science related courses

£1000

 

Offered automatically

£2000

 

Need 70% in Bachelors degree
  MBA

£2500

 

Offered automatically

£4000

 

Need 60% in Bachelors degree

 

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You can apply directly through our website for many of our programmes. Below you will find step-by-step guides to help you through the application process:

Once your application is submitted, it will be assessed by our Admissions office. If information is missing from your application you may be emailed for further documentation before your application can be processed.

Visas and immigration

Before you begin studying in the UK, you may require a Student visa. At St Mary’s we strictly adhere to UK Visa and Immigration regulations and will require you provide supporting documentation which meets UK government guidelines.

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St Mary's in India

We have appointed Agents in India who can provide information on St Mary’s, the UK and guide you through the application process.

We also often travel to India to attend events around the country.

Please contact the in-country representatives listed for more information on their services.

SI-UK (Bangalore)

3rd Floor, Sai Complex, 114, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Haridevpur, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
Email: bangalore@studyin-uk.com
Tel: 91 (0)80 4168 8282

SI-UK (Chennai)

Office No. 6, 6th Floor, Crown Court Building, Old No 34, New No 128, Cathedral Road, Chennai 600086
Email: chennai@studyin-uk.com
Tel: 91 (0)44 4510 8282

SI-UK (Coimbatore)

Tristar Tower - West Wing 1st Floor, No.657, Avinashi Road, Above CITI Bank, Coimbatore 641037
Email: coimbatore@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91 4224962282

SI-UK (Mumbai)

ABM House, 6th Floor Linking Road, Bandra (W), Near Shoppers Stop, Mumbai 400050
Email: mumbai@studyin-uk.com
Tel: 91 (0)22 6236 8555

HGG Study Abroad Consultants (Mumbai)

Arty Harjai
303, 3rd Floor, Advent Atria, Chincholi Bunder Road, Opp. Kingston Tower, Malad (West), West Mumbai 400064
Email: counsellor@hgg.co.in
Tel: (+91-22-) 40556300

iae GLOBAL (New Delhi)

B-1/52, Level 2, Janak Puri, New Delhi, 110058
Email: chanpreet@iaeglobal.net
Tel: 91 11 2554 2106

Global Opportunities Pvt Ltd (New Delhi)

HS-27, Mezzanine, 2nd and 3rd Floor, Kailash Colony Market, New Delhi-110048
Email: info@global-opportunities.net
Tel: 011-47141414

SI-UK (New Delhi)

Suite 8-13, 1st Floor, Indra Palace, H Block, Middle Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001
Email: delhi@studyin-uk.com
Tel: 91 11 4202 8200

Oberois Education Link (New Delhi)

503, 5th Floor, 88 Skipper Corner, Nehru Place, New Delhi-110019
Email: apply@educationlinkhouse.com
Tel: 91 11 4530 4530

Royal Education Services (New Delhi)

UG - 25 & 26, Jyoti Shikhar Building, Janakpuri District Centre, New Delhi 110 058
Email: royaleducationservices@gmail.com
Tel: 9910933144

SI-UK (Pune)

Office No 102, 1st floor Karnik Corner Jangali Maharaj Rd, above Blackberry Store, Shivajinagar Pune, Maharashtra 411004
Tel: +91 2048611079

SI-UK (Kochi)

1st Floor, Raj Soudh Building, M.G. Road, Ravipuram, Kochi, Kerala, 682015
Email: kochi@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91 9310404716

SI-UK (Kolkata)

The Legacy, 25 A, Shakespeare Sarani Rd, 2nd Floor Room Number 27 Kolkata, West Bengal: 700017
Email: kolkata@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91 9903828218

SI-UK (Chandigarh)

SCO 310, First Floor, Beside SBICap Securities Ltd, Above LLoyd showroom Sector 35B, Chandigarh (UT) Chandigarh, 160022
Email: chandigarh@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91 8287256724

SI-UK (Ahmedabad)

301, 3rd Floor, Zodiac Plaza, Beside Nabard Vihar, H L Commerce College Road, Off CG Road, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad 380009
Email: ahmedabad@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91 - 9354937091, +91-79-40391698

SI-UK (Jaipur)

312-313, 3rd Floor, Signature Tower Near Nehru Bal Udhyan, Tonk Rd, Lalkothi, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302015
Email: jaipur@studyin-uk.com
Tel: +91-8882912262, + 91-141-4011629

Fateh Education Consulting ()

Email: apps@fateheducation.com

Cialfo ()

Email: dacomms@cialfo.com.sg

KC Overseas Education (India)

For our full list of agents, please visit our in-country representatives page.

Explore the campus

Open days

If you're able to visit London, attending an open day is a fantastic opportunity to get an insight into what life is like as a St Mary's student. During the day you'll have the chance to:

  • Speak to current students to hear about their experiences so far
  • Meet your future academics to put a name and a face to who you'll be learning from
  • Take a tour of the University and the on-campus accommodation options
  • Get involved with activities going on across campus as you explore new surroundings

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Campus tours

There are plenty of opportunities for you to explore the campus, even if you can't make it to an Open Day.

We run campus tours every Wednesday at 12pm. If you'd like to join us for one of these tours please register your place for your preferred day.

Virtual tour

We know that for it's important to you to see where you'll be living and studying before you make your decision. However, we also know that for many people it's not always easy to make it to the campus.

That's why we've developed a virtual tour of campus, allowing you to explore that facilities and the beautiful views that we have to offer.

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Life at St Mary's

At St Mary's we offer you the best of both worlds: Our campus is in the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames - a safe and green area of the Capital - while offering you access to all London has to offer by way of culture and entertainment, work and business opportunities, and national and international travel links.

Undergraduates

We have high quality university halls available for new undergraduate students, including Superfast Wi-Fi, 24 hour security, and breakfast and dinner included (brunch on weekends) during the academic semester.

Students may also decide to live off-campus in a private accommodation within Twickenham, Teddington, Richmond and Kingston. IQ Student in Kingston offers private halls with short and long contracts for students. You’ll find more information on our private sector accommodation pages.

Postgraduates

Postgraduates usually need a longer contract and a different study environment to undergraduates. Our postgraduate students will usually share a house or apartment in the local area with other postgraduate students, and use the St Mary’s StudentPad and the St Mary’s Find a Flatmate Facebook page to find a room or property to rent and other students to share with.

Some of our International undergraduates and postgraduates will choose to live in private student halls such as IQ Student in Kingston which offer short or long contracts for students. You’ll find more information on our private sector accommodation pages.

St Mary’s is one of London’s top-performing sports universities, and Sport St Mary's offers fitness classes, gym memberships, coaching and sports clubs for students of all abilities. We have state-of-the-art sports facilities equipped to world-class standards, as well as scholarships and funding opportunities for high performance athletes.

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a degree in sport or joining one of St Mary’s sports clubs, you will find all the sports facilities and quality training that you need to get involved and keep healthy and active..

Useful links

High Commission of India in London

The High Commission of India in London has useful information for nationals from India living in the UK

UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)

The UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) is the UK's national advisory body serving the interests of international students and those who work with them.

British Council

The British Council provides comprehensive advice on many aspects of studying in Britain.

UKVI information on student visas

The gov.uk website has all the information you need to know about study visas.

Study London

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Visit Britain

Useful information for people visiting Britain.

Visit England

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Visit London

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