UK

The world’s oldest universities and colleges offer a high quality of education to their international students. Due to its strong legacy in education, the UK has become a benchmark for other countries in the world. The main reason for the popularity in the education system is that students can study according to their lifestyle and career aspirations. There are 90 UK universities in the QS World University Ranking 2021.

The United Kingdom or Britain, a sovereign country in north-western Europe, covers an area of 93,628 square miles (242,500 km2). London is the capital city of the UK. The UK consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland English is the official language in the UK, and the currency used is Pound Sterling. Each country has its separate education system.

The UK Institutions are ranked among the best globally and provide the qualification internationally recognized and valued. Moreover, these institutions offer the flexibility of choices that enable students to blend their academic and vocational courses. The well-structured teaching and studying methodology give students an excellent opportunity to be creative and develop their skills and confidence. Since the UK is an English country, students can develop their English skills.

 

Facts about UK

• Tea is the most famous drink in the United Kingdom. They are thought to consume 165 million cups of tea per day.
• In the United Kingdom, the first postage stamp was manufactured. Queen Victoria was featured in the design, completed in May 1840.
• The U.K. does not have a written constitution.
• Killing a swan is illegal in the U.K. Killing one can get you a fine of £5,000 or a 6-month sentence.
• Golf was developed in Scotland and is now regarded as a national sport. In 1457, Golf was invented. It became so popular that James II outlawed it because it interfered with army training.

 

Why Choose UK?

Best Academic Standards

The UK is home to the world’s best universities and colleges that offer internationally recognized and valued degrees/qualifications. British Institutions have excellent academic standards around the globe. There is overall 90 UK Universities in QS World University Ranking 2021. In fact, four of these universities successfully made it to the global top 10, with a further four in the global top 50. The universities and colleges emphasize more practical and utility-based knowledge than textbook learning.

Health Benefits

National Health Service is a British health care service provider in the UK, providing free medical treatment to international students. To access this service, international students need to pay a small amount of International Health Surcharge (IHS). For more information, our experts can guide you.

Opportunity to explore Europe

Since the UK is well-connected with European countries like France, Netherlands, and Belgium, students can travel and explore different countries while studying. Most areas of Europe can be reached within hours by train or direct flights. In fact, with the addition of Channel Tunnels and cheaper airlines, access to Europe has become more convenient.

Standard Quality Education

The education system in the UK is highly reputed. The country is known for some of the oldest universities like Oxford and Cambridge. The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) not only monitors their work through audits and subject evaluations but also assists in identifying the finest educational approaches and provides feedback for improvement.

Shorter duration degrees

While most universities around the globe have undergraduate courses of 4 years and Master courses of 2 years, the universities in the UK offer shorter courses. Most bachelors’ courses take three years to complete, and postgraduate programs last just one year without compromising quality. This is only not save your time but also let you work extra hard and save your cost of tuition fees and living expenses.

 

The Educational System

The United Kingdom aspires to provide international students with higher education in fields such as engineering, art & design, science, business & management, finance, and law. Its history and reputation as the epicenter of numerous scientific breakthroughs inspire the world's brightest minds to pursue higher education in the UK. The United Kingdom is responsible for 8% of all scientific publications worldwide.

 

Academic Year

Thousands of international students begin undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at over 130 UK universities each September. The course offered by the UK Universities are:

• Law
• Computer Science.
• Design Studies.
• Preclinical Medicine.
• Sports and Exercise Science.
• Subjects Allied to Medicine.
• Combinations with Business and Administration Studies.
• Management Studies.

 

Student Visa Requirements

• 1. The first stage in the UK Study Visa application process is to obtain a "confirmation of admission for studies" (CAS) letter.
• 2. Be sure you must have supported papers and enough money to cover your course costs before applying online.
• 3. Register an account on the official UKVI Visa website.
• 4. Please fill out the online application form, print a copy, sign it, and make an appointment to visit the visa application center.
• 5. For the time of your stay in the UK, pay the IHS (Health Care Surcharge) to the bank.
• 6. Once you've finished the online application, you'll receive a confirmation message with your application number.
• 7. You can pay your application fee by visiting a bank location or using Demand Drafts. You can also pay your visa application fee with a Visa or MasterCard online.
• 8. On the given date, go to the visa application center and submit your application and a facial photograph and fingerprints.

 

Employment Opportunities

In the United Kingdom, students can work up to 20 hours each week. You can work full-time on your vacations. This allows students to earn some extra money and gives them an excellent opportunity to gain valuable work experience.

Typical part-time jobs for international students in the UK include:

• Receptionist
• Retail worker
• Mystery shopper
• Shelf packer
• Waiter/barista/bar tender
• Student ambassador/span>
• Library assistant

 

Scholarships Options

Studying abroad is challenging for every international student studying away from their family and home country. Funding is a significant problem they face while studying. Therefore, by taking this into account, British universities provide scholarships opportunity to their international students. The following are the top five scholarships awarded for international students who want to study in the UK:

• The Chevening Scholarships
• Euraxess UK
• The Commonwealth Scholarships
• The Royal Society Grants
• Scholarships from UK universities

 

Process for applying to study in UK

Applying to study in the United Kingdom is a simple procedure that students have to follow step-by-step processes.

• 1. Prepare for English Proficiency Test and secure the desired marks.
• 2. Choose a university or institution as well as a course.
• 3. Register and submit an application.
• 4. Accept your offer.
• 5. Make financial arrangements.
• 6. Make an application for a visa.
• 7. Make preparations for your stay.

 

Documents Checklist for UK

These are the documents needed for applying the student visa in UK.

• A valid passport
• English proficiency test score like IELTS, TOEFL.
• Financial documents in support that cover the costs of your education for the duration.
• A reference number for CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
• Certificate of clearance from the ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme).

 

Cost for study and Accommodation

The average weekly rent in purpose-built student housing in the United Kingdom is £166 for 2021–2022. An attached room costs £155 per week in the private sector, while a studio costs £228. The average cost of university housing in London was £212 per week, compared to £259 in the private sector.

International abroad students' undergraduate fees start at roughly £10,000 per year, while postgraduate fees start at around £12,000. However, if you want to study medicine or an MBA, they might cost up to £32,000 per year.