International Tuition Fees and Living Costs
Financial considerations are one of the most important issues when considering studying abroad. As well as the international tuition fees, you will need to factor in the cost of living in the United Kingdom during your studies.
International applicants must pay the full tuition fee for their course before they can be issued an unconditional offer.
All international tuition fees include access to
- student support services
- campus facilities including library, computers, and WiFi
- course certification
- international student induction
- access to the College’s online learning platform and self-study resources
Tuition Fees
Tuition Fees – Access and Higher Education courses 2023/24
| Course | Duration and Fee |
|---|---|
| Introductory & Access Courses (SCQF level 6) |
1 Semester: £3,750 1 Year: £7,500 |
| HNC - Higher National Certificate (SCQF level 7) | 1 Year: £8,000 |
| HND – Higher National Diploma (SCQF level 8) | 2 Years: £8,000 per year |
| UAL Foundation Art & Design Diploma (SCQF level 6) | 1 Year: £8,000 |
| UAL Foundation Art & Design Diploma (SCQF level 6) with IELTS Preparation | 1 Year: £9,800 |
Please note that advertised fees are subject to change and cover tuition only. Tuition fees for Access and Higher Education courses do not include additional costs (e.g. course materials).
Summer School and International English Language courses 2023/24
Students can choose to study General English (15 hours/week) or Intensive English (20 hours/week). Summer School runs in July/August and students can choose a course duration of 2-8 weeks. For International English Language courses, students can choose a course duration of between 2 and 44 weeks.
| Course | Duration and Fee |
|---|---|
|
General English All levels, flexible course duration between 2 – 44 weeks |
The fee per week depends on the duration (length) of the course. Students can choose a course duration that suits them.
2-8 weeks: £240 per week 9-23 weeks: £220 per week 24-35 weeks: £205 per week 36- 44 weeks: £200 per week |
|
Intensive English
Elementary level and up, flexible course duration between 2 – 44 weeks |
The fee per week depends on the duration (length) of the course. Students can choose a course duration that suits them.
2-8 weeks: £300 per week 9-23 weeks: £280 per week 24-35 weeks: £265 per week 36- 44 weeks: £260 per week |
|
Summer School Tuition fees - General English
15 hours per week, elementary level and up, flexible course duration between 2 – 8 weeks |
£240 per week |
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Summer School Tuition fees - Intensive English
20 hours per week, elementary level and up, flexible course duration between 2 – 8 weeks |
£300 per week |
Please note that advertised fees are subject to change. Course materials and placement test included in the price.
Additional Service Fees
Homestay Accommodation
Edinburgh College offers homestay accommodation for our international students. Students have the option to choose half board (breakfast and dinner included) or self-catering. There is an additional £25 per week fee for students staying in homestay over Summer (July/August) and the 3-week Christmas period.
| Accommodation | Price per week |
|---|---|
| Homestay Accommodation (Half-board) Single Room | £200 |
| Homestay Accommodation (Half-board) Shared Room | £170 |
| Homestay Accommodation (Self-catering) Single Room | £170 |
| Homestay Christmas & Summer School Supplement | £25 |
Airport Transfers and Local Transport
Our International Team can arrange airport transfers and local transport passes for our international students. Local transport passes include travel on Edinburgh buses and trams.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Airport Transfer – Arrival | £65 (one-off) |
| Airport Transfer – Departure | £35 (one-off) |
| Edinburgh Travel Pass (1-3 weeks) | £22 per week |
| Edinburgh Travel Pass (4 weeks – 36 weeks) | £17 per week |
| Edinburgh Travel Pass (36 weeks+) | £590 (one-off) |
Social and Cultural Programme (Summer)
Many of our international students who study with us over the Summer choose to take part in our exciting Social and Cultural programme. This is a great way to discover some of Edinburgh’s amazing attractions and hidden gems and explore other parts of Scotland.
| Programme | Price per week |
|---|---|
|
Summer Social and Cultural Programme Includes 1 x full day, 1 x evening and 2 x afternoon excursions per week – all transportation and entry fees included. |
£80 |
Living Costs
As well as the international tuition fees, you will need to factor in the cost of living in the United Kingdom during your studies.
When preparing a budget for studying at Edinburgh College it is important to understand what your expected costs will be and what you should have enough money to pay for. You should research and consider costs such as rent, bills, insurance, and meals as well as spending money for clothing, eating out and activities.
For Student Visa holders, the recommended UK Visa and Immigration maintenance amount is £1,023 per month for 9 months (£9,207 total) for full-time courses.
Free Support Services for International students
All international students can access our free Support Services listed below.
- Accommodation advice & homestay placements
- Application, admissions & visa support
- College & course induction
- Edinburgh College Student’s Association
- On-campus library and IT facilities
- International student support
