Study in United Kingdom
OVERVIEW
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is an Island country in Europe, commonly known as the United Kingdom, off the north-western coast of the continental mainland. The major cities in the UK are Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, South Wales, Swansea, Cardiff etc. The UK has attracted more than a million foreign students from all around the world. University fees are lower in the UK. The UK is widely regarded for its excellent educational system and the broad range of educational opportunities. Studying in the UK will provide an amazing opportunity to study factual facts and understand another culture.
ESSENTIAL FACTS TO KNOW
- OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: English
- CAPITAL: London
- CURRENCY: Pound Sterling (GBP)
BENEFITS OF STUDYING IN THE UK
- The flexibility offered by the educational institutions
- High-quality education
- Wide range of course options
- Shorter duration of courses
- Affordable cost of education
- High standard of living
- Scholarship for education
- World-class expertise and practical experience
- Employment opportunities and staying back
- Students studying in the UK can develop their English language skills. This helps in enhancing their employment possibilities globally.
- Most important for any student considering a study abroad experience is the reputation of any possible university.
KNOW THE INTAKE
- January and September are the main intakes
- Universities offer multiple intakes, such as February, April, May, October and November.
LIVING COST
- Inner London – 11385 GBP
- Outer London –9135 GBP
TUITION FEE
- International undergraduate tuition fees vary considerably, starting at around £10,000 and going up to £38,000
YOUR RIGHTS TO WORK AND STAY BACK
- International students can work for a limited time while studying. Non-European students can work up to 20 hours a week.
- The national minimum wage in the UK for international students is the same as the one for the country’s residents. It is the same for part-time as well as full-time employees. The national minimum wage rates are:
- 18 to 20 age group – £6.56 per hour
- 21 to 22 age group – £8.36 per hour
- 23 and over age group – £8.91 per hour
- International students who have successfully completed an undergraduate or master’s degree can apply to stay in the UK for up to two years after their studies.
- PhD graduates can apply to stay for up to three years.
LANGUAGE TEST REQUIREMENTS
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL Scores)
- For the bachelor’s degree, the overall band score is 6.0
- For the master’s degree, the overall band score is 6.0 – 6.5