International - University of Staffordshire

The UK is home to one of the most respected education systems in the world, with degrees that are internationally recognised and open doors worldwide.

At University of Staffordshire, you’ll gain more than a qualification, you’ll join a technology-led, innovative and supportive community where learning prepares you for the future, staff are invested in your success, and courses are shaped by professional and industry needs.

We offer a warm welcome to students from 70 different countries across the globe. All our international students receive a £3,000 Smart Scholarship to demonstrate how committed we are to you to join our community.

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Courses at our London campus

Our innovative, tech-driven campus is designed for the careers of the future. Choose from courses in games, computing, esports, business, law and education. Become part of our supportive student community – with one of the world’s most exciting cities on your doorstep.

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Discover country-specific guidance on entry requirements, English language support, and more.

What’s it really like to study at the University of Staffordshire?

£3,000 smart scholarship

Available to all our international students as part of our welcome

Future focused learning

Accredited courses, designed with employers for real-world impact

Inspirational staff

Including leaders in their fields, expert educators, and experienced practitioners

World-leading research

Overall 68% of our research was recognised internationally excellent or world leading, whilst 87% was recognised as outstanding or very considerable, in impact (REF 2021)

Cutting Edge facilities

From creative studios to high-tech labs, everything is designed to bring your learning to life

Accommodation

A wide variety of modern accommodation to suit your individual needs

Scholarships and discounts

We offer a wide range of scholarships and discounts for international students to help fund your studies. Visit our scholarships page if to read more about what scholarships are available to you and to see if you meet the criteria to be eligible.

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Hear from our international students

Law graduate, Danushan talks about moving from Sri Lanka to study law in Stoke-on-Trent, the confidence he has gained in communication and making new friends. Fashion student, Nunika, chats about how the university location is accessible and convenient, and there's even a picturesque victorian park on the doorstep.

Earn while you learn

Unitemps is our on-campus recruitment service, set up to support students in finding flexible work. You can apply for part-time and temporary jobs both within University of Staffordshire and with local employers. It’s a great way to earn extra money, gain valuable experience, and meet new people while you study.

Explore opportunities at Unitemps

Student life

Our Residence Life team is here to help you settle in. They run a welcoming programme of events where you can make friends and discover new interests, helping you feel part of the community from day one.

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Accommodation in Stoke-on-Trent

Our safe and secure campus is supported by a friendly safety team, available 24/7.

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Support for international students

Our dedicated student life team is also here to support you throughout your studies. Whatever your question, there’s always someone ready to help.

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Life in Staffordshire

Staffordshire is one of the reasons our students love studying here. Discover what makes our county such a great place to live and study.

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Life in the UK

Our guide to living in the UK, covering need to know topics such as banking, healthcare and local culture.

Application guidance

Everything you need to know about making your application as quick and straightforward as possible.

How to apply

Your application journey

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Our Alumni Community

Once you graduate, your connection with University of Staffordshire continues. As part of our Alumni Connected Community, you’ll expand your professional network, and stay updated with graduate stories, ensuring your University of Staffordshire journey carries on long after graduation.

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StaffsVerse

Explore University of Staffordshire inside Fortnite

Built by our talented games students, StaffsVerse is the UK's first university campus to be recreated as a Fortnight island where you can get to know our facilities from anywhere in the world.

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We're here to answer any questions you may have about being an international student at University of Staffordshire.

International students