Cost of studying in the UK from Bangladesh
Your UK study cost is the course’s actual international tuition plus living, travel and setup costs. The Student visa financial requirement is a separate minimum evidence test; it is not a promise that your full expenses will fit that amount.
Which tuition figure should you use?
Use the international fee for your exact course, intake and year from the university, not a national average. Confirm whether the quote covers one academic year or the full program, any deposit, placement or laboratory charge, and whether a scholarship is already reflected. Your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies lists the course fee relevant to the visa calculation.
How do living costs and visa funds differ?
The UK government sets a location-based Student visa maintenance requirement, with different rates for London and elsewhere and a maximum period used in the calculation. Check the live government page before applying. Your real rent, bills and travel may be higher or lower; price housing in the city where you will actually study.
What should a Bangladesh budget include?
Add tuition, accommodation, food, local travel, study materials, visa-related charges, flight and initial settlement. Convert quotes with a dated exchange rate and leave room for movement before payment. Confirm rules for the source and holding period of financial evidence directly with UKVI.
Common questions
Is the London maintenance amount the same as rent?
No. It is part of the visa financial requirement, not a rent quotation or a complete living budget.
Can a scholarship reduce the amount to show?
It depends on how the scholarship is documented and the current visa rules. Check the university’s CAS details and UKVI guidance for your case.
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Official sources
Sources reviewed 29 September 2026. Requirements, fees and awards can change; check the issuing organization before applying.