Overview
Location
Cranfield, United Kingdom
Institution Type
Public
Established
1946
Total Students
5,000
Popular Intakes
January, May, September
Average IELTS Requirement
UG: 6.0 · PG: 6.5
QS Ranking
Not Ranked
Updated October 2026Source: cranfield.ac.uk
Fees & costs for international students
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition per year (range across courses) | £18,000 – £47,335 | ₹22.7 – ₹59.6 lakh |
| Scholarship, per year (up to) | £10,000 | ₹12.6 lakh |
| Deposit to confirm your place | £3,000 | ₹3.8 lakh |
| Application fee | Waiver | – |
| Living cost, per month | £1,171 | ₹1.5 lakh |
INR at about 126 per £, approximate. Figures from our stored university data.
Admission requirements for Indian applicants
Backlogs accepted
0 - 15
IELTS
6.5, no band below 5.5
PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo
65 / 92 / 120
English waiver
No
Deadline
ASAP
Intakes
January, May, September
How to apply
- Pick a course and check the entry rules above.
- Apply online or through AdmitKard.
- Pay the £3,000 deposit to receive your CAS.
- Apply for your UK Student visa.
Courses & Fees
PostgraduateGBP 27,910/yr *
Computer and Machine Vision option - MSc in Computational and Software Techniques in Engineering
View Full DetailsUpdated October 2026Source: cranfield.ac.uk
Cost of Living
Monthly Living Cost
GBP 1,171
(UKVI financial requirement, outside London)
Estimated Total
GBP 10,539
(For up to 9 months)
Updated October 2026Source: gov.uk
Scholarships 2026
Merit
Cranfield Excellence International Scholarship
GBP 10000
Full-time taught MSc offer holders paying overseas fees.
cranfield.ac.uk
Updated October 2026Source: cranfield.ac.uk
Rankings 2026
What rankings are available for Cranfield University?
QS RankingSource: QS World University Rankings (no rank listed)
Not Ranked
US News Best Global UniversitiesSource: U.S. News Best Global Universities 2026-2027 edition
908
Cost & ROI Calculator
Subject (for salary lookup)
Business & Management
Tuition fee / year
GBP 28,470
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 28,990
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 32,522
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.1 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Graduate Job Prospects: Pay vs Competition
See what graduates in a subject typically earn in the UK, and how many Cranfield University students graduate in it each year. Better pay with fewer graduates means less competition for jobs.
Subject
Business & Management
Figures are for the whole subject, not this single course.
Typical UK salary
£28,990
UK median for Business & Management (HESA 2023/24)
Graduates, 2024/25
615
Students who qualified in this subject at Cranfield University
Opportunity score
7/10 Good
Higher pay and fewer graduates score higher
Salary is the UK national median for the subject (HESA 2023/24). Graduates are Cranfield University qualifiers in that subject (2024/25, HESA). The score is AdmitKard's own estimate, not an official statistic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the IELTS and entry requirements for Cranfield University?
Taught master's courses need IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 as the standard. Some courses ask for more, for example 6.0 in every component for the Management and Leadership MSc. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. cranfield.ac.uk
Source: cranfield.ac.uk
What scholarships are available at Cranfield University?
Cranfield Excellence International Scholarship: Tuition fee reduction of up to GBP 10,000 for self-funded international students on full-time taught MSc courses (GBP 10,000 for the rest of the world, GBP 15,000 for Europe and Central Asia on the School of Management scheme; Excellence Merit awards of up to GBP 10,000 also exist). Applied to fees, not paid as cash; one application only. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. cranfield.ac.uk
Source: cranfield.ac.uk
What makes Cranfield University's campus unique?
Cranfield University is located directly on Cranfield Airport, giving students access to real aircraft, a Rolls Royce turbofan engine, F1 cars, and a hydrogen production plant — notable for aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy students. Watch: Real student experience
Source: Study Abroad with Piyush
What student societies are available at Cranfield University?
Cranfield offers societies including the Green Team and an F1 racing society open to all students, alongside sports facilities such as a sports hall, cricket, and volleyball. Watch: Real student experience
Source: Study Abroad with Piyush
Are there part-time job opportunities near Cranfield University?
Cranfield's campus is in a relatively remote area with fewer part-time jobs directly nearby; students often travel to nearby Bedford (about 30 minutes away) for more options. Watch: Real student experience
Source: Study Abroad with Piyush