Overview
The UK higher education degrees and qualifications are recognised by employers and academics worldwide. Students get the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge, critical thinking, and connections to drive forward their careers. The UK is home to some of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world with sprawling campuses, excellent infrastructure, and standards of teaching that make you ready for a successful career ahead.


Why study in the UK?
There are so many reasons why the UK become the most popular among International students. The UK is the second favourite country in the world for International students after the US. The UK University education qualifications are recognized across the globe. The quality of the UK Universities consistently ranked at the top positions in world University rankings.
- International education hub for more than 100 years
- International Recognition of UK Universities and Qualifications
- Top rank positions in World University Rankings for the quality of the UK Universities
- The UK University’s application process is easy and clear, admitting anyone who meets the criteria and requirements.
- The cost of the study is affordable due to a comparatively short period of courses than other countries.
- Easy Visa rules for International students
- The diverse range of courses with a wide range of specialisations
- Sandwich courses: 4-year courses with one-year industry placement
- Permitted to work 20 hours a week during their academic year and full time during holidays helps them to generate money sufficient to cover study and living costs during the time in the UK.
- Free health insurance for students studying in the UK for six months or more
UK Education System and Qualifications Offered
The higher education imparting bodies in the UK are
- Colleges
- Universities
- Institutions of higher education.
The qualifications offered are:
- Degree courses
- Vocational training
- Diplomas
- Postgraduate courses.
- Sandwich courses: 4-year courses with one-year industry placement
- First degree courses of 3-4 years duration.
- Diplomas and vocational courses of 1-2 years with the Vocational and Technical Education Councils conferring the degree certificate.
- Masters for 1 or 2 years
- Postgraduate study may be in one of two forms – either as a work of independent research under supervision or a taught course of one or two year’s duration.
Language Requirements
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE scores, or any equivalent as proof of English Proficiency
- IELTS Waiver is available for eligible candidates
- Diploma programs: Overall band score of 5.0
- Bachelor’s Degree: Overall band score of 6.0
- Masters Programs: Overall band score of 6.0 – 6.5
Intake
- Main intakes are during January and September
- Some Universities offer multiple intakes (February, April, May, October, and November)
Cost of Education
- An average of 10,000 GBP per year*
*Fees information given is of informative nature. It may vary from university to university.
Cost of living
- 11385 GBP (Inner London – 9 months)
- 9135 GBP (Outer London – 9 months)
Work Rights and Stay Back
- About to implement Point-Based Immigration System
- 20 hours per week ( 40 hours during vacation ) full-time work rights for spouses for the Master’s program
- Post-study work permit for students who secure a job offer with a salary of 20,600GBP
- UK Home Office confirms 2 years Post Study Stay back (Graduate Immigration route) for students graduating with Bachelors, Masters, Ph.D., after the summer of 2021.