Study Destination

Study in the UK

The United Kingdom is one of the world's most popular destinations for international education. It offers globally recognised qualifications, specialist courses, advanced research facilities and access to an international professional network.

Students can study in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, each offering distinctive cities, universities and cultural experiences.

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At a glance

Quick Facts

Tuition fees: £18,000 – £24,000 / year
Living cost: £900 – £1,400 / month
Teaching language: English
Intakes: September, February
Working while studying: 20 hours per week during study time, full time during holidays

Why United Kingdom

Why Study in the UK?

Internationally respected universities and qualifications
Wide selection of academic and career-focused programmes
Bachelor's degrees usually completed in three years in most of the UK
Many taught master's degrees completed in one year
Access to modern research and teaching facilities
Opportunities to work during eligible courses
Multicultural and English-speaking study environment
Scholarships for qualified international applicants
Post-study Graduate visa route for eligible graduates

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Costs

Tuition & Living Cost

Study Level	Tuition fee / year	Living cost / month
Bachelors	£18,000 – £25,000	£900 – £1,400
Masters	£18,000 – £25,000	£900 – £1,400
Language / Foundation	£5,000 – £18,000	£900 – £1,400

What you need

Entry Requirements

Requirements vary according to the institution and course, but students commonly need:

Academic certificates and transcripts
A recognised secondary-school qualification for undergraduate admission
A relevant bachelor's degree for postgraduate admission
Proof of English-language proficiency
Personal statement
Academic or professional reference
CV for selected postgraduate programmes
Portfolio for art, architecture and design courses
Admissions tests or interviews for certain competitive programmes
Passport or accepted identification document

Language

Language Requirement

Universities may accept qualifications such as:

IELTS Academic
Pearson PTE Academic
TOEFL iBT
LanguageCert
Cambridge English qualifications
An approved Secure English Language Test
The university's own English assessment

Typical requirements frequently range from IELTS 6.0 to 7.0, although medicine, law and other competitive subjects may require higher results. Each university determines which tests and scores it accepts.

Visa route

Student Visa Process

Most international students studying for longer than six months require a Student visa. Applicants generally need:

An unconditional offer from a licensed student sponsor
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
Evidence of English-language ability
Proof of tuition and living funds
Valid passport
Tuberculosis certificate, where required
ATAS certificate for certain sensitive postgraduate subjects
Parental consent if aged 16 or 17
Credibility interview, if requested

The Student visa application fee is currently £558, and applicants must normally pay the immigration health surcharge. Applications from outside the UK usually receive a decision within approximately three weeks.

What to study

Popular Courses

The UK is particularly recognised for:

Business, finance and management
Engineering and technology
Computer science and artificial intelligence
Medicine and healthcare
Law and international relations
Architecture and design
Economics and accounting
Life and natural sciences
Media and communications
Art, fashion and creative industries

Where to study

Popular Universities

Business, finance and management

London School of Economics
University of Warwick
University of Manchester
University of Bath
Bayes Business School at City St George's
University of Leeds
University of Birmingham
University of Strathclyde

Engineering and technology

Imperial College London
University of Cambridge
University of Manchester
University of Southampton
University of Bristol
University of Sheffield
University of Bath
Loughborough University
University of Strathclyde

Computer science and artificial intelligence

University of Cambridge
Imperial College London
University of Oxford
University College London
University of Edinburgh
University of Manchester
University of Southampton
University of Bristol

Medicine and healthcare

University of Oxford
University of Cambridge
Imperial College London
University College London
King's College London
University of Edinburgh
University of Glasgow
University of Manchester
University of Birmingham
Queen Mary University of London

Medical admission is extremely competitive. International applicants normally require outstanding academic results, a strong UCAT performance, relevant experience and a successful interview.

Law and international relations

University of Oxford
University of Cambridge
London School of Economics
University College London
King's College London
Durham University
University of Bristol
University of Edinburgh
University of Warwick

Art, fashion and creative subjects

University of the Arts London
Royal College of Art (postgraduate study)
Glasgow School of Art
Goldsmiths, University of London
Kingston University
University for the Creative Arts
Arts University Bournemouth
Falmouth University

Russell Group universities

The Russell Group consists of 24 research-intensive UK universities. Members include Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, LSE, King's College London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol, Warwick, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and several others.

Russell Group membership can indicate strong research activity, but it does not mean that every member is superior in every subject. Several non-Russell Group institutions, including Bath, Loughborough, St Andrews, Lancaster and Surrey, are highly respected in particular disciplines.

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the popular courses in the UK?

Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electronic, Chemistry, Biomedical), Medicine, Computer (Engineering, Web Development, AI, Cybersecurity), Art and design.

How many years do students study in the UK to get a school diploma?

13 years.

Do I need to do a foundation to enter the first year of university?

International students that do not meet the entry requirements would have to take a 6 months to one year foundation course.

Do I get a post-graduate visa after graduation?

Yes, there would be an 18 months visa extension after graduation to seek employment.