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Why Choose University of Northampton?
Exceptional Student Satisfaction & Rapid Improvement
Ranked in the top 50 UK universities for student satisfaction, UON has moved up 40 places since 2024. The university boasts strong ratings across 27 subject areas ranked in the top 10 nationally, including psychology, business, education, and health sciences.
95% Graduate Employment Rate & Unique Guarantee
Six months after graduation, 95% of UON graduates are employed or in further study. The university offers a unique Employment Promise: if you are unemployed 6 months post-graduation, you receive free careers support or a paid internship/master's discount.
World-Leading Research & Unique Facilities
UON is the only university in Europe with an on-site tannery (ICLT). It hosts global research centres like the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact (ISII) and the Institute for Public Safety and Criminal Justice (IPSCJ), featuring the immersive Hydra Suite training facility.
£300 Million State-of-the-Art Waterside Campus
Opened in 2018, the 27-hectare Waterside Campus features Learning Hubs, Creative Hubs, specialist STEM laboratories, mock crime scenes, and 4G sports pitches. The campus is designed for sustainability with a net-zero carbon target by the 2030s.
Affordable Fees & Automatic Merit Scholarships
International undergraduate fees range from £14,500–£17,700/year, with master's fees at £17,495. All international applicants are automatically assessed for scholarships offering a 10%, 20%, or 30% fee reduction based on academic merit.
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Rankings &
Achievements
#1201–1400 (global mid-tier)
QS World University Rankings 2026
#93 UK overall
Complete University Guide 2026
#93 UK
Guardian University Guide 2026
#Top 50 worldwide for UN SDG 10
THE Impact Rankings 2025
Campus Locations
Waterside Campus (Primary)
- Location: UON's flagship facility, located on a 27-hectare regenerated site opposite the River Nene, just 500 metres from Northampton town centre.
- Learning Hub: Houses healthcare, education, and science courses, with a 24/7 library and Skills Hub.
- Creative Hub: Specialist studios for arts, design, and media.
- Hydra Suite: Immersive training environment for policing and criminal justice.
- ICLT: Features the UK's only pilot-scale tannery and analytical laboratories.
- Living: Student Village with 1,000+ bedrooms (Cluster flats, townhouses).
St John's Halls (Town Centre)
- Facilities: 449+ single en-suite rooms located 5–10 minutes walk from Waterside Campus.
Historic Campuses
- Innovation Centre: Houses performance disciplines opposite the railway station.
- Development Hub: Accommodates fine arts and pre-sessional English (~10 min from Waterside).
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Course Highlights
|
Programme |
Level |
Duration |
Annual Fees (GBP) |
Intakes (2025/26) |
Graduate Route (Years) |
Special Features |
|
BA Business |
UG |
3 years |
UK £9,535; Intl £15,700 |
Sept, Jan, May |
2 |
Merit scholarship auto-assessed (10–30% reduction) |
|
BSc Computing |
UG |
3 years |
UK £9,535; Intl £15,700 |
Sept, Jan, May |
2 |
Linux labs; coding bootcamp prep |
|
BEng Engineering |
UG |
3–4 years |
UK £9,535; Intl £17,000–£17,700 |
Sept, Jan, May |
2 |
STEM premium; year-in-industry option |
|
BA Primary Education (PGCE) |
PG |
1 year |
UK £8,500; Intl £17,495 |
Sept, Jan |
2 |
GCSE Maths/English grade C required; school placements |
|
MSc Computing |
PG |
1 year |
UK £8,500; Intl £17,495 |
Sept, Jan, June |
2 |
Coding assessment; industry projects |
|
MA/MBA |
PG |
1 year |
UK £12,300; Intl £18,000 |
Sept, Jan, June |
2 |
GMAT/GRE optional; 2–5 years work exp. recommended |
|
Executive MBA |
PG |
2 years distance |
£6,150/year |
Sept, Jan |
2 |
Flexible online; same fees UK & Intl |
|
Foundation Year (Navitas) |
Bridge |
6 months |
£10,700 |
Sept, Jan, May |
N/A |
Direct progression to UON Year 1 |
|
Pre-Master's (Navitas) |
Bridge |
3 months |
£7,100 |
Sept, Jan, May/June |
N/A |
English language + subject prep; progression guarantee |
|
Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) |
UG |
4 years (1 FY + 3 degree) |
£5,760 (FY only); then £9,535/year |
Sept, Jan |
2 |
Full integration; personal tutor; 4-year path to degree |
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Popular Study Areas
Accounting & Finance
Business & Management
Nursing & Midwifery
Psychology
Education
Law
Communication & Media
Health Studies
Computer Science
Leather Technology
Engineering
Social Work
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Entry Requirements
Undergraduate Entry:
- UK Domestic / General:
- A-Levels: BBC–DDM (104+ UCAS points minimum).
- BTEC: Level 3 Extended Diploma MPP (64 points).
- IB: 28+ points.
- India-Specific:
- Standard XII: 75%+ overall; science stream for STEM.
- Subject Prerequisites:
- Engineering/Finance: GCSE Maths Grade C/4.
- Law/Health: GCSE English Grade C/4.
- English Language:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall (min 5.5 each band).
- TOEFL iBT: 70 overall.
- PTE: 59 overall.
Postgraduate Entry:
- General:
- Master's: Minimum UK 2:2 (Second-Class Lower) or GPA 2.5+/4.0.
- MBA: Bachelor's degree required; 2–5 years work experience recommended.
- Entrance Assessments:
- MBA: GMAT ~590 (waiver possible with experience).
- Creative: Portfolio + interview.
- English Language:
- Master's: IELTS 6.5 overall (min 6.0 writing, 5.5 others).
- PhD: IELTS 7.0 overall.
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Scholarships at University of Northampton
Automatic 10%, 20% or 30% tuition fee reduction for eligible international UG/PG students, assessed on academic merit at offer stage. No separate application.
30% tuition fee reduction for eligible UON bachelor’s graduates progressing to a full-time taught master’s at the UK campus. Applied automatically with the offer.
UK Student Finance loan up to £12,858 for eligible master’s students (full-time or part-time). Repay after study based on income; apply via Student Finance England.
£400 per year for eligible UK undergraduates with household income ≤£25,000, typically paid in two instalments. Assessed automatically via Student Finance.
£500 cash award for eligible UK final-year students from IMD Q1/Q2 postcodes. Automatically assessed through Student Finance and paid in final year.
Financial support for eligible UK students with disabilities or specific learning differences. Covers specialist equipment and support; apply via Student Finance England.
Automatic bursary for eligible UK students on HND/FDA/FdSc: £500 in Year 1 and £400 in Years 2–3. Not for apprentices/distance/employer-sponsored.
UK government scholarship for international graduates on eligible master’s programmes. Competitive, country-specific and may cover tuition and living costs; apply via Chevening portal.
Competitive funding for eligible Commonwealth citizens for UK study. May cover tuition and living costs; apply via the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission process.
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Student Support Services
24/7 Learning Hub, Skills Hub, Subject Librarians, and Personal Tutors.
Orientation programmes, Buddy Scheme, and visa/immigration support.
Student Health Centre, Counselling, Multi-faith Chaplaincy, and Disability Support (ASSIST).
Student Finance Office and FlyWire payment portal.
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