Facts and Figures
Type
Public
Total Students
19,466
International students
6,787
Total programs
287
Nationalities
140+
Total campus
1
Established year
1921
The University of Leicester is where DNA fingerprinting was first discovered in 1984 by Professor Sir Alec Jeffreys.
Times Rating
290
QS World University Ranking
272
Times Higher Education World Ranking
301-350
US News World Ranking
212
Shanghai Ranking
301-400
User Ranking
4.3
Bachelors
IELTS
6.0
TOEFL
80
PTE Academic
59
Required documents
Completed application form
Certified academic transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency
Valid passport
Personal statement or motivation letter
Letters of recommendation
Health insurance
Masters
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
90
PTE Academic
62
Required documents
Completed application form
Certified academic transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency
Letters of Recommendation
Motivation letter
Health insurance
Valid Passport Field
Main Campus
University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom