NTU and Africa
Join a university that's been welcoming students from Africa for generations. You’ll meet your NTU advisors on this page and some of our African students . You’ll also find key information about studying here and scholarships.
Sign up here to receive important information and updates or book an individual appointment with your country advisors.
Welcome to NTU
If you have any questions or would like to have a one-to-one counselling session please email Team Africa and we'll be happy to help.
For entry requirements by country and details of upcoming events please visit our Africa country information.
Parents and family
Do you have questions about a family member to study at NTU? Please email Parent or Family Query: Africa.
NTU Kenya Sustainability Challenge
We're proud to have worked with students from across Kenya on a sustainability challenge.
From September 2024 - February 2025, students formed small teams to tackle a major sustainability challenge facing the world right now, explaining how communities in Kenya could help overcome this issue.
Your application
Your application
Everything about applying to NTU as an international student in one place. Entry requirements by country, preparation courses and advice on Student visas. What to do when you receive an offer, planning your journey and preparing for study.
How and when to pay your fees – international students
International payment options for paying tuition fees and advance payment. Includes advice on how to set up payment instalments and how to avoid financial scams.
Applying for your visa
Our international student support team can advise you on making a successful visa application.
NTU-approved education counsellors
Need more advice on applying and visas? We always recommend that you get advice from an NTU-approved education agency. Find one from our worldwide network near you.
International Scholarships
We offer a range of prestigious and competitive scholarships for African students. They can help to make education more affordable and offer many other benefits.
Our African students and alumni
"NTU is so wonderful. It’s an amazing place to study. The support is so awesome. You get so much in-class support and the employability team have also been amazing."
Favour Uzoma Mba, Nigeria
MSc Management and Global Supply Chain Management
Information for Parents and Families
Your family may have lots of other questions about student life at NTU. Please share our web page for parents and families of international students so that they can get to know NTU better and support you in your study plans.
Popular with African students
Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Life in Nottingham
Whether you’re looking for a night out or want to relax and unwind in a quiet cafe, Nottingham has something for everyone in its affordable variety of attractions, shopping venues, nightlife, and natural spaces.
Living costs and managing money - international students
How much does it cost to be a student in Nottingham? Budgeting advice, a breakdown of approximate monthly costs and guidance on working in the UK.
International and European applicants FAQs
Considering studying at Nottingham Trent University as an international student? Explore our frequently asked questions for 2025 entry to find key information on applications, visas, scholarships, and more.
Join NTU on social media
We welcome you to join our Africa Facebook group. This is a good way to keep up to date with latest news, ask us questions and meet fellow NTU applicants, current students and alumni.