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DMK President MK Stalin recently visited the graduation ceremony of his grandson Inban Udhayanidhi in Manchester in the UK. The family members graced the occasion to see the latter receiving his degree in Sports Development.
As the pictures of the event went viral on social media on July 4, the Tamils across the country have been looking forward to know about the Leeds Beckett University and the course details.
DMK President MK Stalin attended his grandson Inban Udhayanidhi’s graduation in Sports Development at Leeds Beckett University, UK. Estimated tuition fees range from ₹21 Lakhs yearly for undergraduate to ₹23 Lakhs for postgraduate programs, with additional living costs.
Leeds Beckett University is known for its sports-related courses and it is internationally recognized for turning specialized fields into global benchmarks.
It offers offers highly rated programmes in sports science and sports management and has built a reputation for practical, industry-oriented learning.
According to information published by the university, around 94% of its graduates are either employed or pursue further studies shortly after completing their courses.
Business and Management (including MBA), Data Science and Computing and Art, Design and Media Studies are some of the most sought-after programmes of the university.
So Much Does It Cost To Study Here?
According to an exclusive report in Oneindia Tamil, the undergraduate courses approximately costs ₹21 Lakhs per year. Postgraduate courses costs (MSc, MA) around ₹23 Lakhs per year while MBA Program (20-Month Duration) costs around ₹25 Lakhs total for the entire course.
According to the report, Leeds is generally considered more affordable than London for international students. However, accommodation, food, transport and other living expenses can still add up to roughly ₹1.6 lakh per month, depending on lifestyle.
Based on these estimates, an Indian student pursuing a long-term course in the UK could spend close to ₹2 crore on tuition and living expenses combined over five years. The overall cost may be higher after factoring in airfare, visa charges, health insurance and other personal expenses.
Note: Tuition fees and living costs are approximate and may vary depending on the course, accommodation choices, exchange rates and the student’s lifestyle.
