The University of Warwick is a public research university on the edge of Coventry, England, founded in 1965.[1] It is ranked 68th in the world and 10th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2027, six places higher than the year before.[2] Warwick says it has over 28,000 students, around a third of them from overseas.[3]
For 2026/27 the undergraduate fee for UK students is £9,790.[4] International undergraduates pay £27,870 (Band 1) or £35,530 (Band 2) a year for full-time courses, depending on the course; Medicine is higher.[5] Undergraduates apply through UCAS.[6]
Key facts
| Official name | University of Warwick |
| Location | Coventry CV4 7AL, England; campus on the outskirts of Coventry[7] |
| Type | Public research university[1] |
| Founded | Approved by the government in 1961; Royal Charter of Incorporation in 1965; first 450 undergraduates in October 1965[3] |
| Students | Over 28,000 at the end of 2023, of which over 9,000 postgraduates; Wikipedia, citing national statistics, gives 27,880 for 2024/25[3] |
| International share | Around a third of the student body comes from overseas[3] |
| Faculties | Arts; Science, Engineering and Medicine; Social Sciences[1] |
| QS World University Rankings 2027 | 68th in the world, 10th in the UK[2] |
| Undergraduate tuition 2026/27, UK students | £9,790 per year[4] |
| Undergraduate tuition 2026/27, international students | £27,870 (Band 1) or £35,530 (Band 2) per year, full-time[5] |
| Medicine (MBChB) 2026/27, international students | £32,510 in year 1; £56,660 in each of years 2 to 4[5] |
| Undergraduate application | Through UCAS; institution code W20[6] |
| English language | Bands A, B and C: IELTS Academic 6.0, 6.5 or 7.0 overall, depending on the course[8] |
| Official website | warwick.ac.uk |
Checked against the sources listed at the bottom of this page on 9 November 2026.
About the University of Warwick
The establishment of the University of Warwick was approved by the government in 1961 and it received its Royal Charter in 1965. The idea of a university in Coventry dates from shortly after the Second World War; the site of about 400 acres was granted jointly by the city and the county. The university admitted a small group of graduate students in 1964 and its first 450 undergraduates in October 1965.[3]
It later took in the former Coventry College of Education.[3] Today it has a main campus on the outskirts of Coventry, a satellite campus in Wellesbourne and a base in central London.[1] Warwick describes a student population of over 28,000 at the end of 2023, with over 9,000 postgraduates and around a third of students from overseas.[3]
It is organised in three faculties (Arts; Science, Engineering and Medicine; Social Sciences) with thirty-two departments.[1]
How is the University of Warwick ranked?
In the QS World University Rankings 2027, published on 18 June 2026, Warwick is 68th in the world and 10th in the UK, up six places on the previous edition. QS evaluated more than 1,500 institutions in 106 countries.[2] Warwick’s strongest UK positions were Employment Outcomes (7th), Employer Reputation (9th) and Academic Reputation (10th); it says it aims to be among the world’s top 50 universities by 2030.[2]
Our UK table listed Warwick at world rank 74 and 10th within the UK. The 74th place was its position in the previous QS edition, before the six-place rise.[2] Rankings differ by publisher and year, so treat one position as one view. See the UK ranking and how we compile rankings.
What can you study at the University of Warwick?
The undergraduate fee list shows the range of degrees. Examples are Accounting and Finance (BSc), Biological Sciences (BSc), Chemistry (BSc), Civil Engineering (BEng and MEng), Computer Science (BSc and MEng), English Literature (BA), Law (LLB) and Theatre and Performance Studies (BA). Many courses also exist with a placement year or a year of study abroad, and Medicine (MBChB) includes a graduate-entry route.[5]
Teaching and research are grouped in three faculties: Arts; Science, Engineering and Medicine; and Social Sciences. Within them there are thirty-two departments.[1]
How much does the University of Warwick cost in 2026/27?
| Student group | Undergraduate fee per year, 2026/27 |
|---|---|
| UK students (Home) | £9,790 |
| International: Band 1 courses (e.g. English Literature, Law) | £27,870 |
| International: Band 2 courses (e.g. Computer Science, Accounting and Finance, Biological Sciences) | £35,530 |
| International: Medicine (MBChB), year 1 | £32,510 |
| International: Medicine (MBChB), years 2 to 4 | £56,660 |
The university publishes a list of overseas undergraduate fees by course, with columns for 2025-26, 2026-27 and 2027-28. The page was last revised on 2 November 2026. Band 1 is £27,870 and Band 2 is £35,530 in the 2026-27 column; a few part-time courses have lower figures.[5] Students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland who started on or after 1 August 2021 pay the overseas fee.[5] Fees for continuing students may rise with an inflationary uplift.[5]
The Home fee of £9,790 applies in 2026-27. The UK government announced on 26 November 2025 that the cap for UK undergraduates would rise to £10,050 for 2027-28.[4]
Postgraduate taught
Postgraduate fees are set by department. For 2026-27 the Centre for Education Studies lists £29,340 for its full-time MA for overseas students (£13,040 for Home students).[9] WMG lists £37,460 for overseas students for 2026 entry (£13,040 Home), with a separate fee note for one MSc.[10]
Tuition is only part of the bill: for rent and living costs, see our UK guide.
How do you apply to the University of Warwick?
You apply for undergraduate courses through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Warwick’s institution code is W20.[6]
We give no deadlines here because they change every year and differ by course. Check the key dates on Warwick’s application pages and on UCAS before you apply. For postgraduate courses, follow the application steps on the page of your course.
Which English level do you need?
All applicants, whatever their visa status, must show that their written and spoken English is good enough to benefit from the degree. The level depends on the type of degree.[8] Warwick’s IELTS Academic requirements are set in three bands:[8]
| Band | IELTS Academic |
|---|---|
| Band A | 6.0 overall, at least 5.5 in each component |
| Band B | 6.5 overall, at least 6.0 in each component |
| Band C | 7.0 overall, at least 6.5 in each component |
Tests such as IELTS and PTE must be taken within two years and one month before your course starts, results must come from one sitting, and an IELTS One Skill Retake is not accepted. Applicants whose academic results are good enough but whose English qualification does not qualify may receive an offer conditional on an acceptable English test.[8] Check your course page to see which band applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are the University of Warwick’s tuition fees for international students?
For full-time undergraduate courses in 2026/27 the fee is £27,870 (Band 1) or £35,530 (Band 2) a year, depending on the course. Medicine is £32,510 in year 1 and £56,660 in each of years 2 to 4.[5]
What is the UK (Home) fee at the University of Warwick?
£9,790 per year in 2026-27. The cap for UK undergraduates is due to rise to £10,050 in 2027-28.[4]
How is the University of Warwick ranked?
It is 68th in the world and 10th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2027, up six places.[2]
How do I apply to the University of Warwick as an undergraduate?
Through UCAS, using institution code W20.[6]
What IELTS score does the University of Warwick require?
It depends on the course: Band A is 6.0 overall (5.5 in each component), Band B 6.5 (6.0) and Band C 7.0 (6.5).[8]
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Sources
[1] Wikipedia: University of Warwick (type, campuses and faculties; student total cites national statistics for 2024/25)
[2] University of Warwick: Warwick rises to 68th in QS World University Rankings (press release of 18 June 2026)
[3] University of Warwick: History of the University (page without a date; student figures refer to the end of 2023)
[4] University of Warwick Student Finance: UG Home Fees (page last revised 30 Oct 2026)
[5] University of Warwick Student Finance: UG Overseas Fees (page last revised 2 Nov 2026)
[6] University of Warwick: How to apply (undergraduate) (page last revised 3 Nov 2026)
[7] University of Warwick: About the University (page without a date)
[8] University of Warwick: English Language Requirements (undergraduate) (page last updated 6 Nov 2026)
[9] University of Warwick, Centre for Education Studies: Postgraduate fees and funding (page last revised 10 Sep 2026)
[10] WMG, University of Warwick: Master’s tuition fees (page last revised 25 Aug 2026; fees for 2026 entry)
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