University of Chester January 2027 Intake: Full Course List, Two Year Options & Entry

By Lightning Enrolment Editorial TeamPublished 3 August 2026Updated 23 August 2026 8 min read

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Quick answer: The University of Chester is open for a January 2026/7 intake across Chester Business School, Science and Engineering, Chester Medical School, Education, Health and Wellbeing, Law and Natural Sciences. Most business, engineering and computing Masters also have a two year option with a placement or extended project, which gives you UK work experience inside your student visa before the Graduate Route.

Chester Business School

Course	Two year placement option

MSc AccountingYesMSc Banking and FinanceYesMSc Digital MarketingYesMSc Engineering ManagementYesMSc Financial Technology (FinTech) and Business AnalyticsYesMSc Health Services ManagementYesMSc International BusinessYesMSc International Tourism and Hospitality ManagementYesMSc Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementYesMSc ManagementYesMBA Master of Business AdministrationYesMBA with MarketingYesMBA with International Human Resource ManagementYesMBA with FinanceYes

Science and Engineering

Course	Two year placement option

MSc Advanced Computer ScienceYesMSc Advanced CybersecurityYesMSc Electronic and Electrical EngineeringYesMSc Management of Information Systems and Digital InnovationYesMSc Mechanical Engineering and MechatronicsYesMSc Programme and Project ManagementYes

Chester Medical School

Course

MSc Biomedical ScienceMSc DiabetesMSc HaematologyMSc OncologyMSc OrthopaedicsMSc Respiratory Medicine

Education, Health and Wellbeing

Course

MA Educational LeadershipMSc Exercise MedicineMPH Master of Public HealthMSc Cardiovascular Health and RehabilitationMSc Food Science and Innovation

Law and Natural Sciences

Course

LLM International Business and Commercial LawLLM LawMSc Biotechnology (two year placement option available)

Course availability is subject to change and may be affected by university decisions, so confirm the start date before you submit.

The Two Year Placement Option Explained

On the two year versions, you study the taught Masters in year one and then complete a placement or extended industry project in year two. Your student visa covers the full programme, you graduate with UK experience on your CV, and you still get the 2 year Graduate Route afterwards. It is one of the strongest options for students whose main goal is UK work experience.

Entry Requirements

Academic: a Bachelor degree, normally 2:2 or above. Chester Medical School routes expect a relevant science or health background.

English: usually IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component, higher for some health and medical science routes.

Background: MSc Advanced Computer Science and MSc Advanced Cybersecurity expect a computing or closely related degree.

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January 2027 Timeline

Milestone	When

Application submitted with full documentsNow to late October 2026Offer issued1 to 3 weeksDeposit paid and conditions clearedBy late November 2026CAS issuedLate November to mid December 2026Student Visa submittedWithin 7 days of CASTeaching startsJanuary 2027

Chester is outside London, so you show GBP 1,136 per month for up to 9 months, which is GBP 10,224, held for 28 consecutive days, plus outstanding tuition.

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*Sources: University of Chester January 2026/7 course list issued to international partners, UKVI Student Visa maintenance rules 2026.*

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the University of Chester open for a January 2027 intake?+

Yes. Chester publishes a January 2026/7 course list covering Chester Business School, Science and Engineering, Chester Medical School, Education, Health and Wellbeing, Law and Natural Sciences.

Which Chester courses start in January 2027?+

January starts include the MBA and MBA with Marketing, Finance or International HRM, MSc Accounting, MSc Banking and Finance, MSc Digital Marketing, MSc International Business, MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management, MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Advanced Cybersecurity, MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering, MSc Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics, Chester Medical School MSc routes in Biomedical Science, Diabetes, Haematology, Oncology, Orthopaedics and Respiratory Medicine, MA Educational Leadership, MPH Public Health, LLM Law and MSc Biotechnology.

What is the Chester two year placement option?+

Many Chester business, engineering and computing Masters have a two year version where you study the taught Masters in year one and complete a placement or extended industry project in year two, all inside your student visa, before moving onto the 2 year Graduate Route.

What are the entry requirements for Chester January 2027?+

Most taught Masters need a Bachelor degree at 2:2 or above with IELTS 6.0 overall and 5.5 in each component. Medical School and health routes expect a relevant science background and may ask for a higher English score.

How much money do I need to show for a Chester Student Visa?+

Chester is outside London, so you show your outstanding first year tuition plus GBP 1,136 per month for up to 9 months, which is GBP 10,224, held for 28 consecutive days.