Study in UK

The United Kingdom, made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, is an island nation in northwestern Europe. Some of the major cities are London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Swansea and Cardiff.

Why Study in the UK

High quality learning

The UK has a long history of providing world-class education and UK universities generally rank high in international university league tables and attract some of the world’s best academics.
British universities are globally known for helping students refine their critical and creative thinking skills and arming them with skills and experiences that will help them succeed in their chosen career.

Furthermore, UK universities offer specialised degrees, even at an undergraduate level. This is ideal if you don’t want to wait until postgraduate level before specialising in a field of study.

Experience a unique culture

The UK is a multicultural country which greatly influences the culture. Regardless of where you come from in the world you will feel at home in the UK.

The UK has an interesting history, the landscape is beautiful. The nightlife is varied and there is always something to do. No matter where you study in the UK, you will find something to do. Pubs, sports venues, markets, concerts and art galleries are just some of the places you can visit when you are not studying.

Respected by employers

If you study in the UK, your degree will be recognized and respected around the world. Receiving a degree from a UK university will provide you with a solid foundation for the real world and will help you get your dream job.

Studying in the UK will make your CV stand out to prospective employers. Most employers in most countries want to hire people with a good grasp of the English language. Studying at a UK university proves to employers that you can live, work and communicate with others in the English language.

Cost

UK degrees take 3 or 4 years to complete depending on where you study in the UK. Degrees from English/NI and Wales generally take 3 years and from Scotland, they take 4 years.

As a single International student living in the UK, the average weekly budget including rent should be approximately £240.89. You can certainly live off of less/more than that depending on the flat you are renting, with an average of £12,000 per year (excluding tuition fees).

Living costs are also much lower in the UK compared to other countries around the world, such as the USA. Plus, there are many discounts available to students.

Work opportunities

An international student in the UK is typically allowed to work up to 20 hours a week during term time, and full-time outside of term time. This will allow you to gain valuable work experience, meet new people and earn money alongside your studies.

There is also a new Graduate Route scheme that will be available to anyone completing a UK degree from the summer of 2021. This will allow you to stay and work in the UK for up to two years after you graduate.

Fees

International undergraduate and postgraduate tuition fees vary considerably, starting at around £10,000 and going up to £35,000 or more for medical degrees and specialisation courses. 

Visa

As a Tier 4 (General) International Student, you will be required to show the funds for 1st year’s tuition fee and living expenses.

Dependents can accompany if the applicant is travelling for the post- graduate course.