All About Leicester University

The University of Leicester is a public research university based in Leicester university, England. The main campus is south of the city Centre, adjacent to Victoria Park. The university’s predecessor, University College, Leicester, gained university status in 1957.

The university is known for the invention of genetic fingerprinting, and for partially funding the discovery and the DNA identification of the remains of King Richard III in Leicester.

University of Leicester welcomes international students from over 100 countries across the world for their study abroad programs. University has range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, many with industry options. Leicester University provides scholarship for all international fee-paying students ranging from £3,000 to £5,000 per year to study. Leicester’s vibrant, low-cost and multi-cultural city environment will make us feel like home. University of Leicester is only one hour away from London by train and has great transport links to other UK cities including Nottingham, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester.