University of Greenwich

About University of Greenwich

• The University of Greenwich is a UK public university with campuses in London and Kent (Medway). Their homepage states: “We are a diverse community with students from all over the world, so you’ll feel at home from the moment you arrive.”

• They have a dedicated International page: “International students can apply directly to the university, with multiple entry points throughout the year.”

• Student support: They also provide an International Student Advice Service for visa & immigration guidance.

Why choose University of Greenwich?

• Global student community & support: With students from many countries and dedicated services (visa workshops, international student advice) this makes it more accessible for international applicants.

• Location: Based in and around London (one of the world’s major cities) and also with the Medway campus — this offers a blend of metropolitan experience and campus life.

• Diverse programmes & good support for placements: For example, one source states that many UG students have a placement or work-experience year, and the School of Computing etc. emphasises employability.

• Scholarships & funding opportunities: There are discounts for international students and various bursaries – this can help manage costs. (More on this in the Scholarships section)

University ranking

• According to the official site: UG “ranks in the top 7% of universities worldwide” according to the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) list for 2020-21.

• From QS World University Rankings: UG is ranked in the #691-700 band globally in 2025.

• On their “Awards & Rankings” page, they mention top rankings in student satisfaction (London wide) for particular subjects like Law, Mathematics and Hospitality at earlier dates.

• Note: Rankings give a general indication of reputation; you should also check subject-specific strength, research output and employability for your field.

Campus locations

• Main campuses:

  • Greenwich Campus (London)

  • Avery Hill Campus (London)

  • Medway Campus (Kent)
    These provide different settings (city vs suburban vs regional) and may affect your student experience. (Various sources list multiple campuses)

• For international students: the London address is a major draw because of proximity to global business, transport links, etc.

• Transportation & resources: Being in/near London gives good connectivity (airports, rail, bus) and access to cultural amenities.

Types of courses & study levels

• Levels offered: Foundation/Pre-sessional English → Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) → Postgraduate (Master’s, MPhil, PhD) → Professional/short courses. The International page says: “Choose from a broad range of subjects at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate level.”

• Subjects & disciplines: Business, Engineering, Computing & Data Science, Health & Social Sciences, Architecture, Arts & Design among others (based on course listing summaries)

• Mode of learning: Primarily on-campus (onsite) study is implied. Many UK universities have blended/online options but for UG/PG full degrees at Greenwich you should check the specific course page. Their “Study” pages mention you can apply online from abroad.

• International admissions page notes multiple intake options and direct applications for overseas students.

Number of programmes offered

• According to one source: “extensive portfolio of over 200 undergraduate programmes and over 150 postgraduate programmes for international students.”

• The official site homepage states: “Explore our 150+ postgraduate courses…”

• So you have a wide variety of programmes to pick from (both for UG & PG) across many fields.

Highlights & strengths

• Strong international student support: Dedicated advice service for visas and immigration.

• Placement/opportunity focus: One source says ~95% placement rate within 3 months of graduation for certain courses.

• Subject-specific high student satisfaction: For example, in earlier years Greenwich was #1 in London for student satisfaction in certain subjects like Law, Mathematics.

• Large and diverse programme offering: With hundreds of UG & PG courses and several intake options from abroad.

• Location advantage: Being in London region gives access to companies, industry links, and major global city amenities.

Practical next steps for you

Here’s what you should do if you’re considering Greenwich from India (or elsewhere):

• Visit the course page of your subject of interest and check entry requirements, tuition (international rate), mode, intake entry-months.

• Check English language requirements (UG/PG) for your country.

• Identify and apply for scholarships you may qualify for: note deadlines, nationality eligibility and whether you must apply separately or you’ll be considered automatically.

• Check visa and immigration support: You’ll want to use the International Student Advice Service for guidance.

• Consider living costs, accommodation, transport (London region tends to cost more than provincial campuses).

• Determine whether you want placement/internship opportunities and check the course supports it (sandwich year, work-integrated modules).

• Apply early (especially if you want scholarship, since many have rolling or early-deposit deadlines).

Scholarship

International Scholarship Award

• This award offers a tuition fee discount of up to £2,500 (or possibly a higher amount in some cases) for international students starting in the January 2026 intake.

• Eligibility:

  • You must hold an offer to begin a full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate course at Greenwich in January 2026.

  • You must be paying international tuition fees (i.e., assessed as an overseas fee payer).

  • You must not be receiving another scholarship from the University or another source.

  • You must be domiciled in one of certain specified countries: the current list includes India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nigeria, Ghana. (Note: other regions have a separate “Regional Scholarship Award”).

• Key conditions:

  • The award is a fee reduction for the first year only. Subsequent years will be charged full tuition.

  • The award cannot be used instead of your required deposit payment (i.e., you must still pay the deposit).

  • You must pay your tuition fee deposit (or accept offer if sponsored) within 21 days of being notified, in order to secure the scholarship.

  • The intake is non-deferrable — if you defer to a later intake, you may lose the award.

  • Allocation may depend on programme availability / demand — the Scholarship team may withdraw applications for certain programmes when demand is high.

• Application:

  • There is a separate application form you must complete for this award. Timing is important (there are rounds with deadlines).

Regional Scholarship Award

• For international students domiciled in specified regions outside the above list (for example the Americas, MENA, East Asia, Central Asia, East Africa, Europe excluding the EU).

• Available for January 2026 intake only (for the call listed).

• Eligibility:

  • Offer for full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate in the January intake.

  • International tuition fee payer.

  • Paid the required £3,000 deposit.

  • Must not hold any other University scholarship or bursary.

• Award:

  • It is a tuition fee reduction for the first year only. Subsequent years revert to full fees.

  • This award is automatic (no separate application) once criteria are met and deposit paid.

International Hardship Fund

• This isn’t a standard scholarship but a discretionary support fund for international and EU students who are in unexpected financial difficulty (emergency short-term costs).

• Eligibility:

  • You must be an international fee-paying student or EU student without a maintenance loan.

  • Must be fully registered at the University.

  • Cannot apply in the first semester of first year (for new entrants).

  • Must demonstrate that you have made adequate provision for tuition fees + living costs before you started the course; the fund is for unforeseen costs.

• Value: Up to £1,000 per academic year.

External / National Scholarships (Partner Schemes)

• The University of Greenwich also lists support for major external national programmes such as the Chevening Scholarships. These are not run by the University but you can apply while studying at Greenwich (or using Greenwich as your UK institution).

• These external awards often cover full tuition, living costs, etc. (depending on the scheme) and have very competitive selection.

Eligibility & General Conditions — What you should check

Here’s a summary of the common conditions you need to satisfy in order to benefit from these scholarships:

• You must hold an offer of admission for a full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate programme at the University of Greenwich in the specified intake (e.g., January 2026) for that scholarship if required.

• You must be assessed as paying international tuition fees (i.e., not UK/“home” fee status).

• You must pay the deposit required (e.g., £3,000) within the timeframe set by the university. Without meeting the deposit requirement the scholarship may be withdrawn.

• You must not already be in receipt of another scholarship from the University of Greenwich (or other external funding, depending on scheme) unless the scheme allows stacking. Most schemes say you cannot combine them.

• The awards typically apply to the first year only (or first year of the programme) – you’ll pay full fees in subsequent years unless otherwise specified.

• The awards are non-deferrable (in many cases) — if you defer your study to a later year or intake, the scholarship may not be available.

• For hardship funds: You must show genuine unexpected costs; these are not intended as primary funding sources.

• Understand that meeting eligibility does not guarantee the award — selection depends on availability, competition, demand for courses, deadlines, and meeting all conditions.