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Study in the UK

  • Academic Excellence
  • Superior Courses
  • Internationally recognised universities
  • Post-study job opportunities
  • Great research opportunities
  • Diverse culture
  • Good Quality of life

Why UK?

UK has some of the top ranked Universities in the world, a position it has held for many years with over 50,000 Indian Students going there to study each year.

As the UK is one of the richest nations in the world, its third level education system has produced world leaders in business, science, technology and politics.

The English language is the most widely spoken language in the world. This means that studying in the UK will help improve your language skills and preparation for future employment.

The national qualification frameworks in the United Kingdom are qualifications frameworks that define and link the levels and credit values of different qualifications.

The current frameworks are:
  • The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) for general and vocational qualifications regulated by Equal in England and the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) in Northern Ireland;
  • The Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW) for all qualifications in Wales regulated by Qualifications Wales;
  • The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) for all qualifications in Scotland;
  • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications of UK Degree-Awarding Bodies (FHEQ) for qualifications awarded by bodies across the United Kingdom with degree-awarding powers

Another advantage of studying in the UK is that degrees usually take less time to complete than most other countries, making their courses cost effective and less time-consuming. The duration of an undergraduate program in the UK is three years and post-graduate programs (Masters) is typically one year of course work followed by internship or project*.

Student living in the UK

The UK is culturally diverse and given its popularity among students, there is a large community of international students living there. They have managed to build a strong network, which not only helps students new to the UK but can later help them look for work.

As per Mercer in the UK, Manchester (41) is the highest-ranking city for overall quality of living, followed by Edinburgh (45), Glasgow (48) Birmingham (49), Aberdeen (57), and London (53).

Similarly, as per Best Student Cities’ Ranking, London is ranked with the number one best student city in the world. Additionally, there is Bristol (97th), Sheffield (103rd), Liverpool (106th) and Leicester (118th).

London is a popular destination for Indian students and considered the best place to study with over 50 Universities and 100,000 international students from across the world.

Cost of living in the UK

The average cost of living is steeper in the UK, as it has expensive cities. A student would need around £ 600 to £1,000 per month to maintain a decent standard of living depending on the city they live.

Students are allowed to work while studying. During the regular academic year, students are permitted to work part-time up to 20 hours per week.

The UK is well-connected by buses and trains. London has an extensive underground network whilst all the major cities have large tram systems. Students can purchase a student rail or bus card to receive a discount on fares. Cycling in a city is great option, hiring a bicycle can be both cheap and healthy (just pay a small docking charge).

Tuition fee:

Tuition fees will vary as per universities and courses:

  • Undergraduate Tuition fee varies from £12,000 – £25,000
  • Graduate Tuition fee ranges from £12,000 – £35,000*
  • MBA Tuition fee is expensive than other Master’s programs and tuition fee ranges from £15,000 – £30,000*
  • Tuition at few top ranked universities is Comparatively Higher

Most UK Universities typically offer scholarships from £1,000 – £5,000 based on student’s academic scores and prior work experience.

Major Intakes

Australian universities majorly focus on two intakes

  • February Intake (Also referred as Semester 1)
  • July Intake (Semester 2)

Few Intakes offer limited programs for September & November Intakes. July being the major intake in Australia which most of the Indian students prefer. Both July and February intakes are equally good for most of the programs.

UK Admission Process

To be admitted into UK Universities, an English proficiency test is required.

A student needs to have one of the following examinations:
  • IELTS (The International English Language Testing System)
  • TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language)
  • PTE (The Pearson Test of English)
  • UKVI IELTS
  • Can be waived based on 12th std English Marks in some Universities
Major Intakes
  • UK universities majorly focus on two intakes : January & September
  • Some Universities have a MAY intake
UK Process Flow:
  • Checking Entry Requirements
  • Process Your Application (Documentation)
  • Receive Offer Letter
  • Pay Tuition Deposit
  • Attend Credibility Interview
  • Arrange Financial Document (28 Day Savings)
  • Receive CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Study)
  • Process Application for Visa
Application Checklist:
  • Semester wise Mark Sheets of Graduation
  • Certificate of Graduation/Bachelor’s degree
  • Xth Class &XIIth Class Memorandum
  • Certificate of English proficiency – IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/UKVI IELTS
  • Personal statement (Or Statement of Purpose) with 300 – 350 words
  • 2 Reference letters or Letter of recommendation’s
  • Resume or CV (if applicable)
  • Photocopy of First & Last Page of Passport
  • Experience Certificates (if applicable)
Visa Checklist
  • Completed Visa Application Forms (Online and Appendix8) with two Photographs
  • Valid Passport (Original)
  • Visa Fee (Non-refundable)
  • CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from a UK Institution for a Full time Course)
  • Proof of Funds (Bank Education Loan/Bank Statement/Bank Fixed deposits)
  • Originals of Education Certificates and English Language Test (IELTS) score sheet (if applicable)
  • TB Screening Report
  • Consent Letter & Birth Certificate (If Parents Funds shown)
  • ATAS Certificate incase of Mechanical, Aero & research related Courses
Popular courses in the UK
  • Business: 27 % of International Students in UK Study Business. Many successful businessmen and entrepreneurs who lead some of the most powerful and innovative companies in the world hold a business degree from UK universities
  • Computer science: With a boom in technology, there is a huge demand for graduates who can code, develop software, games and apps. A degree in computer science can up your employability.
  • Economics: London is one of the leading global financial centres in the world, and studying economics close to where many of its theories originated can be of a huge advantage. Moreover, some of the world’s largest banks and accountancy firms operate in the UK.
  • Engineering: According to an independent study by Technopolis, engineering research in the UK is the world leader in productivity and second in terms of technical excellence. Engineering in the UK is responsible for £280bn of the country’s gross value
  • Art and Design : When it comes to the art, the UK offers a slew of courses in design, creative art, fashion, architecture, music and performing arts. London’s design schools and universities have produced some of the world’s best designers and artists
  • Preclinical medicine: The UK is home to some of the world’s finest centres for medical and surgical specialties.
  • Psychology: Most universities cover a wide spectrum of themes associated with the subject, including mental health, the evolution of the child, clinical psychology and forensic psychology. Moreover, the employment level is high among UK psychology graduates.
  • Accounting & Finance
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Media & Communication
Popular UK Universities:
  • University of Oxford
  • University of Cambridge
  • University College London
  • Imperial College
  • London school of Economics
  • University of Manchester
  • Queen’s University Belfast
  • Durham University
  • University of Exeter
  • University of Edinburgh
Most Popular (Frequently Applied) by Indian Students
  • Birmingham City University
  • Bournemouth University
  • Cardiff Metropolitan University
  • Coventry University
  • East Anglia University
  • Middlesex University
  • University of Greenwich
  • University of Hertfordshire
  • University of Leicester
  • University of West London
  • Heriot Watt University
Career prospects and post-study work experience

From September 2020, any international student with a Student Route Visa enrolling at a UK University can stay on after graduation for up to two years to work. This applies to graduates of all higher education providers that are recognized as “licensed visa sponsors”.

Some Universities in UK after the master’s course work, offer a placement - internship. (Work Placement) or advanced placement year is for students to gain knowledge in the area they have studied. For courses with internship, the student can stay in UK up to a period of four years*.

Year One: Course Work. Year 2 & 3 is Graduate Route Visa

Students who want to stay longer in the UK will have to apply for a general work visa (Tier 2) Skill Route For this, your job must fit the visa requirements for a Tier 2 visa, one of its main requirements being, you must be paid at least £25,600 per year.