United Kingdom
The UK is second to the US as the favored destination for international students. It has some of the best-ranked universities in the world, some of which appear in the world university rankings. The degrees offered by the UK higher education institutes are recognized worldwide. Students from UK universities get an opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge at competent levels. There are options to continue with post-graduate studies in most UK universities with some of them even promising to sponsor Tier 4 visas.
Why Study in the UK?
The United Kingdom (UK) and its universities have an undisputed reputation for academic excellence and quality with thousands of courses available for students, as well as being an ideal destination for many decades for over a million international students from all over the world.
- Affordable Education
- Internationally Recognised Courses & Qualifications
- Innovative and Abundant Research Opportunities
- Healthy and Safe Communities
- Scholarships and Financial Support
- Multicultural Nation
- The best possible place to study and learn English
- Choose from over 50,000 courses in more than 25 subject areas
- Shorter courses which indicate a reduction in tuition fees and accommodation costs
- Possible to work while you study
- 2 years of post-study work permit after graduation
The UK has traditionally been one of the world’s leading educational destinations. It boasts of centuries-old universities that have a legacy of producing the finest minds in the world. Today, it remains one of the best destinations for students seeking high-quality education and a welcoming educational environment.
Cost of Studying in the UK
Tuition fees vary between 4 countries that comprise the UK: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The fees can vary widely depending on the type of program you choose and the university you decide to study at.
| Study Program | Average fees(in GBP) |
| Undergraduate Program | £10,000 to £20,000 yearly |
| Postgraduate master’s Program | £10,000 to £30,000 yearly |
| Doctoral Degree | £14,000 to £35,000 yearly |
Top Universities
| QS World University Rankings | University Name | QS World University Rankings | University Name |
| 5 | University of Oxford | 69 | University of Glasgow |
| 6 | University of Cambridge | 74 | Durham University |
| 8 | Imperial College London | 75 | The University of Sheffield |
| 10 | UCL | 79 | University of Birmingham |
| 18 | The University of Edinburgh | 82 | University of Nottingham |
| 29 | The University of Manchester | 93 | University of Leeds |
| 31 | King’s College London | 96 | University of Southampton |
| 38 | London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) | 97 | University of St Andrews |
| 51 | University of Bristol | 119 | Queen Mary University of London |
| 54 | The University of Warwick | 131 | Lancaster University |
UK Student Visa Requitements
- A valid passport or any other documentation for travel
- Proof of funds to cater to your living costs during your course
- CAS reference number – Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies
- Documents used for obtaining the CAS
- Colour photographs of passport size
- If needed, screening for Tuberculosis
- One year tuition fees and living expense in savings account for the over 28 days in some selected Banks
- Your University will make you aware of additional requirements if any prior to your application
Post-Study Work Options
From summer 2021, international students who have successfully completed an undergraduate or master’s degree will be able to benefit from two years’ work experience in the UK upon graduation, through the new Graduate Route. Students who complete their Ph.D. will be able to stay for three years.
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