Which is better; University of Leicester or De Montfort University?

Both Leicester University and De Montfort University are popular in the UK and are known for their top-rated academic programs and research. Mentioned below are national and global rankings of both universities for comparison.
| Ranking Body | University of Leicester | De Montfort University |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2025 | 285 | 711-720 |
| THE World University Rankings 2025 | 191 | 601-800 |
| The Complete University Guide 2025 | 36 | 104 |
| The Guardian University Guide 2025 | 34 | 118 |
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Yes, an interview or a portfolio review is required for some courses at the De Montfort Uni Leicester. Programs that come under the Faculty of Arts, Design, and Humanities are usually the ones that require students to share a portfolio and give an interview.
Yes, online courses at DMU Leicester carry the same value and status as campus-based courses. The degrees meet the same academic standards as traditional courses.
The degree awarded will look exactly like the same as presented to a student on-campus.
DMU Leicester fees for a placement year is GBP 1,905 (INR 2.4 Lakhs) per year for Indian students. For a study abroad year, students only have to pay GBP 1,430 (INR 1.8 Lakhs) per year.
1 GBP = INR 126.12
Yes, DMU Leicester does refund the initial deposit made if the visa gets cancelled or they fail to meet the entry requirements.
However, if a student changes their mind or fail to meet the maintenance requirements, the university may retain the deposit.
To request a refund students need to use the DMU
Students from Punjab, Haryana, UP, and those using a Medium of Instruction (MOI) from any other state, need to pay GBP 10,000 (INR 12.6 Lakhs) before requesting a CAS letter.
Students from other Indian states using any English test score need to pay a minimum 50% of the tuition fee.
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