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DREAMS TO STUDY IN UK
Why Study in UK?
High standards and modern facilities Studying English Variety and choice Value for money Healthcare First-class support A multicultural society Happy students High standards and modern facilities A qualification from a UK institution is very prestigious, as standards are high at all levels. Universities and colleges are continually assessed by official bodies that grade the standard of their research and teaching. The qualifications students gain are recognized worldwide, and UK courses encourage independence, creativity and, importantly, self-reliance. Employers worldwide appreciate all of these qualities. Studying English Every year, over 600,000 people travel from around the world to study English in the UK, where it’s easy to find the right course, easy to register and easy to feel at home. There is a wide variety of English language courses to choose from in the UK. Variety and choice UK universities and colleges offer a huge range of academic and vocational opportunities available at all levels, from further to higher education. The higher education sector ranges from traditional seats of learning that have existed for hundreds of years to modern, state-of-the-art universities. You can choose a college located in the heart of a city or a purpose-built countryside campus with a host of facilities on site. Value for money One of the most attractive features of studying in the UK is that it offers good value for money. Most undergraduate degrees take three years, making them shorter than similar programs in other countries and very cost-effective. Some postgraduate degrees only last for one year (as opposed to two in other countries), which means you can finish your degree more quickly and start earning more in the workforce. There are also a number of scholarships, and some financial assistance is available from UK institutions and possibly from institutions in your own country. Healthcare If you are studying any full-time course in Scotland or a full-time course of at least six months in length in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, you will be entitled to free medical treatment from the British National Health Service. First-class support The UK has a long tradition of welcoming international students, so you can be sure of getting good support during your time here. You may be allocated a personal tutor at your college or university, who will take an interest in your welfare and academic progress. There will also be counselors and advisers to help with accommodation, health, finance and other personal matters. The UK is an exciting place in which to be a student, with thriving music, arts, and sports scenes, and, as there are many opportunities to either experience or take part in these yourself, you should never be short of something to do. A multicultural society The UK is truly cosmopolitan. In every major city, you will find shops selling every imaginable type of food from all around the world, places of worship for all major religions and speakers of many of the world’s languages. Settled all over the UK are communities from the Caribbean, the Indian subcontinent, Africa, Southeast Asia, China, Italy, Cyprus, Poland, Australia and New Zealand. UK institutions also attract students from all over the world, so you will have the opportunity to mix with international as well as UK students. Happy students The latest survey by UKCOSA (the Council for International Education) demonstrates how positive international students feel about their experience of studying in the UK. The vast majority responded positively, with around nine in ten saying they were satisfied with their experience:
89% were satisfied with their stay in the UK.
87% were satisfied with their UK course.
International students are also very positive about the benefits of a UK education. When asked to state the benefits of studying in the UK, students described a wide variety of reasons. The most frequently rated were:
Academic experience
Becoming more independent
Meeting people from all over the world
Improving English language skills
Universities in UK
University of Aberdeen
University of Abertay [Dundee]
Anglia Ruskin University [Chelmsford]
Anglia Ruskin University [Cambridge]
Aston University [Birmingham]
The University of Bath
Birmingham University
The University of Bolton
Bournemouth University
Bradford University
University of Brighton
Bristol University
Brunel University [Uxbridge, West London]
University of Buckingham
University of Cambridge
Canterbury Christ Church University
University of Central England [Birmingham]
University of Central Lancashire [Preston]
University of Central Lancashire [Carlisle]
University of Chester
City University [Central London]
Coventry University
Cranfield University
Derby University
University of Dundee
Durham University
University of Durham Stockton Campus
University of East Anglia [Norwich]
University of East London
Edinburgh University
University of Essex [Colchester]
Exeter University
Glasgow Caledonian University
University of Glamorgan [Pontypridd]
Glasgow University
University of Gloucestershire [Cheltenham]
University of Greenwich [London]
Heriot Watt University [Edinburgh]
Heriot Watt University [Borders Campus, Galashiels [formerly Scottish College of Textiles]]
University of Hertfordshire [Hatfield]
Huddersfield University
University of Hull
University of Hull Scarborough
UHI Millennium Institute [Inverness]
Keele University [Staffordshire]
University of Kent [Canterbury]
Kingston University [South West London]
Lancaster University
University of Leeds
Leeds Metropolitan University
University of Leicester
De Montfort University [Leicester]
De Montfort University [Bedford]
University of Lincolnshire and Humberside [Lincoln]
University of Lincolnshire and Humberside [Hull]
Liverpool University
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool John Moores University
University of London Colleges, Schools, Institutes and Teaching Hospitals
University of London
University of London Birkbeck College
University of London Goldsmiths College
University of London Heythrop College
University of London Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine
University of London Imperial College at Wye [[Kent Link]]
University of London King's College
Courtauld Institute of Art [London]
University of London Queen Mary
University of London Royal Holloway
University of London University College
University of London Eastman Dental Institute
Institute of Child Health [London]
University of London Institute of Cancer Research
Institute of Neurology [London]
University of London Institute of Education
University of London Institute of Psychiatry
The Royal Veterinary College
The Royal College of Music [London]
University of London School of Advanced Studies
University of London St. George's Hospital Medical School [London SW17]
University of London, London Business School
University of London School of Economics and Political Science
School of Pharmacy [London]
University of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
University of London School of Oriental and African Studies
University of London School of Slavonic and East European Studies
University of the Arts, London
University of the Arts London [[Chelsea College, London College of Fashion, Camberwell College, Central St.Martins College]]
Camberwell College of Arts
Chelsea College of Arts and Design
Central St.Martins School of Art and Design
London Metropolitan University
London South Bank University
Loughborough University
University of Luton
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester Metropolitan University [Crewe]
University of Manchester
Middlesex University [West London]
Napier University [Edinburgh]
Newcastle University
University of Northumbria [Newcastle]
The University of Northampton
Nottingham University
Nottingham Trent University
The Open University [Milton Keynes]
Oxford University
Oxford Brookes University
Paisley University
Plymouth University
The University of Portsmouth
Queen's University Belfast
Reading University
Robert Gordon University [Aberdeen]
Roehampton University [London SW15]
St.Andrews University
University of Salford
The University of Sheffield
Sheffield Hallam University
Southampton Solent University
University of Southampton
Staffordshire University
Stirling University
The University of Strathclyde [Glasgow]
Sunderland University
University of Surrey [Guildford]
University of Sussex [Brighton]
University of Teesside
Thames Valley University [Slough]
University of Ulster
University of Wales
University of Wales
University of Wales Aberystwyth
University of Wales Bangor
Cardiff University
University of Wales Lampeter
University of Wales, Newport
University of Wales Swansea
University of Wales Institute [Cardiff]
University of Warwick
University of the West of England [Bristol]
University of Westminster [London]
The University of Winchester
University of Wolverhampton
University of Worcester
University of Yor
Post Graduate Information What qualifications will I need? What sorts of courses are available? Postgraduate certificate or diploma (PG Cert/Dip) Taught master's (MA, MSc, LLM, MEd etc) Research master's (MRes, MPhil) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Doctorate (PhD) New Route PhDs How will I know if my course is a good one? A postgraduate course in the UK gives you the ultimate opportunity to pursue your own specialist interests. You will be expected to initiate and develop original research under the supervision of academics at the top of their fields. You will need to be hard working and demonstrate intellectual independence but there is no doubt that the qualifications and experience you will gain will be worth every minute. Courses last from one year to four years, and you can choose from thousands of opportunities in the arts, sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The broad range and flexible approach of the UK higher education system means that you are free to choose exactly what you want to study. What qualifications will I need? To begin a postgraduate course in the UK, you'll need to hold an undergraduate degree from the UK or overseas. This is the foundation from which you'll be able to go on to a postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or a master's degree and then, afterwards, to a PhD. You'll be expected to have obtained a first or good 2:1 (or international equivalent) in a directly related subject and you'll also need to speak English to at least IELTS 6.5 level. You will find the exact entry requirements for each course explained clearly on the course profiles on this website. To give you an idea, the sort of qualifications you will need are as follows:
Pre-master's Undergraduate degree plus IELTS 5.0-5.5
PG Cert/PG Dip Undergraduate degree plus IELTS 6.5-7.0 or a pre-master's course
Master's degree First or upper second class undergraduate degree plus IELTS 7.0, or a pre-master's course
MBA First degree, 2-3 year's business experience, IELTS 6.5-7.0
PhD Master’s degree, IELTS 6.5-7.0
What sorts of courses are available? Pre-master's courses You may need to take a pre-master's course if your qualifications or English language skills don't quite match the standard required to begin a master's degree. Pre-master's courses can last from one term to a complete academic year and cover academic study, cultural instruction and language training. Many courses will guarantee progression onto a master's course at a particular university. Postgraduate certificate or diploma (PG Cert/Dip) Postgraduate certificates and diplomas are one-year taught postgraduate courses that don't usually involve research. They're often accepted as professional qualifications in the relevant field, such as education or management, giving you a fantastic head start in your chosen career. Taught master's (MA, MSc, LLM, MEd etc) Taught master's courses generally last for one year and consist of two elements: you'll complete a number of modules (which will include attending lectures and seminars, writing essays and taking examinations) and produce a dissertation from original research. Research master's (MRes, MPhil) On a master's degree by research, you won't typically attend lectures - instead you'll devote the entire year to research. Your final mark will be determined by the quality of your dissertation. Master of Business Administration (MBA) An MBA is a specialist business taught master's course that will give you a real step up the managerial ladder. It's the best-known and most popular postgraduate qualification and Doctorate (PhD) A PhD, also know as a doctorate, will take you three to four years to complete, during which you'll be working on a single research project. In you final year, you'll be asked to present a dissertation of approximately 100,000 words. New Route PhDs New Route PhDs include taught elements as well as a research project and give you the opportunity to undertake interdisciplinary study How will I know if my course is a good one? Part of the reason that UK postgraduate qualifications are so highly valued across the world is the strict measures of quality imposed on them. Many of the checks and reports are available online, so you will never be left in any doubt about the validity and quality of the course you choose. The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) ensures that UK higher education is of a standard that's respected and admired across the world. Further details can be found on their website at Every few years, the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) takes place to judge the quality of research being carried out in UK colleges and universities. You can also find information on postgraduate courses on the Teaching Quality Information (TQI) website, which provides information on many different areas of postgraduate education, including results of the national student survey and destination information of recent postgraduates.
Application Process Application Forms Eligibility Application Requirements Standardized Tests Work Experience Details Letter of Recommendation Statement of Purpose Application Forms Send enquiries at least 12 to 18 months before the proposed date of admission. There are two ways to get application forms.
Requesting Application Forms : You can request application forms from the universities website. Most universities have a form on their website which can be completed online to request application material.
Downloading from the university website : Many universities have a downloadable and ready to print version of their application form on the net. These can be used for applying just as regular forms.
Eligibility Most UK universities accept the Indian graduation system of three years for entry into most postgraduate courses. An Indian bachelor degree like B.A., B.Com. or B.Sc. is equivalent to a British Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree. However, some courses and universities may require a qualification equivalent to British Bachelor (Honours) Degree, which requires 16 years of formal education, which would mean another year after graduation or a four year degree course like B.E., B.Tech or other such courses. For most Universities, a good first degree from a leading university in India or its equivalent is essential. Application Requirements Academic records Full details of your education including your course subjects and grades are required in the applications. Transcripts or official records of your previous academic qualifications are crucial for your application. Students applying for admission are required to submit an official transcript from each college or university that they have attended after secondary school with complete details of the subjects, credits involved and other details like correspondence courses, diplomas etc. Most universities ask for the transcript to be sealed in an envelope and signed and attested across the seal by the registrar. This procedure is to be done for each and every college that you have attended. Some universities may ask for more than one transcript but most require only one. If the originals are not in English, copies and a good English translation must be enclosed. If your undergraduate qualification or university is unknown to the admissions tutor, the British Council would be able to advise. Standardized Tests IELTS : For most courses and universities, International students are required to take IELTS (International English Language Test) which is regularly administered by the British Council. Some universities may accept TOEFL as an alternative. GMAT : For most management courses, International students are required to take GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). Note:
Most British Universities do not require the GRE for admission to post graduate courses.
Some Universities may waive IELTS / TOEFL if you have been studying in English medium throughout and they are convinced that you are proficient in English.
Work Experience Details A number of professional and vocational courses require relevant work experience. For instance, many MBAs or master’s courses in information studies require at least a couple of years’ work experience. Most Australian universities are pretty strict about this. A detailed Résumé is an important part of your application. It should include all information of professional work experience along with the details like positions held, achievements and range of work. Letter of Recommendation Letters of reference or recommendation letters play a very important part in your admission especially in courses that earn you a master’s or doctoral degree. A recommendation letter is a signed statement from a person who knows you well professionally or has taught you in a subject that is related to the course you are applying to. It should list your positive and negative qualities, strengths and other such information. The author or teacher must indicate his position, how long he/she has known the applicant and in what capacity. He/she should briefly discuss the need, importance and usefulness of the study the applicant proposes to undertake. Authors are usually asked to rank applicants in their letters of recommendation, which helps admission officers to interpret the academic credentials of foreign students. Students should obtain letters of recommendation (often on the prescribed forms sent by the institutions) from teachers who know them as a person as well as a student. You may like to request your author to give concrete examples that may show your qualities and help your case. Many universities have their own format and questions that have to be answered by the person who is giving the letter of recommendation on your behalf. Letters, which do not give enough information, can jeopardize a candidate’s chances of selection. Statement of Purpose The personal essays, and/or statement of purpose, play a very important role in the process of evaluating your application for both admission as well as financial aid because it gives the faculty assessing your application their most significant impression of you as an individual. This section is the key to distinguish your application from other suitable candidates and a chance to market yourself. A personal statement should include your reasons for choosing a particular course, the suitability of your education and experience for the chosen course, your personal interests and career goals.
Tution Fees
UK postgraduate study offers you great value for money. Course fees can vary considerably between institutions, but the figures below show approximately, what you will need to pay. Costs for individual courses are given in the course profiles on this website.
Arts and humanities courses: £7,000-£9,000 per year
Science courses: £7,500-£12,000 per year
Clinical courses: £10,000-£21,000 per year
MBA: £4,000 to more than £30,000 per year
Student Visa Information Immigration Rules for Students Documents Required For a Student Visa Accommodation The Interview Visa applications have to be made on IM2A forms, which are available free of cost at the British Embassies. This form has to be filled up by the student and submitted to the embassy, along with the Visa application fee and the required documents as mentioned below. Immigration Rules for Students
You must intend to study at a publicly funded university or college, a bonafide private institution or a fee-paying independent school.
You must be able to and intend to follow a full time degree course, or a weekday, full time course at a single institution involving at least 15 hours of organized, daytime study per week.
You must be able to pay for your course and the living expenses of your husband or wife and children (if they are with you) without working in UK or claiming public funds.
You must not intend to work in UK unless you are accepted for a course lasting longer than six months, when you may work part-time or during vacations.
You must intend to leave UK at the end of your studies.
Documents Required For a Student Visa
A letter of acceptance on the course
This will be a letter from your institution confirming that a place has been offered to you and that the course is full-time as defined by the immigration law. The letter should state how long the course will last. Where your course is more advanced and specialized, the letter should also state what level of English is needed for the course (giving minimum test marks, if appropriate) and confirm that you satisfy this requirement.
Evidence that you can pay the course fees and support yourself and your family, if applicable
Depending on your circumstances, this could include evidence of government sponsorship, a letter from a sponsor in UK confirming they can support you, together with evidence that they can do this, and/or your own bank statements. You should also provide a letter from your place of study stating the full cost of the course, what arrangements are acceptable for payment and whether you have already paid fees or a deposit. Accommodation Although the immigration rules do not require unaccompanied students to show that accommodation has been arranged, your place of study may have given you information about its availability, and you should bring this to the attention of the ECO. If your family is coming with you to the UK, you will need to show that there will adequate accommodation for them. If your place of study cannot confirm that family accommodation will be available, you may have to consider travelling to the UK alone and making arrangements for your family to join you when you have found somewhere to live. The Interview Interview is a part of your visa application process. The interview is to give you the opportunity to clarify for the ECO certain parts of your application. The ECO will be aiming to satisfy him or herself that your study plans are genuine and workable. The interview is a normal part of the process, but you may feel quite nervous before it and find it an uncomfortable experience. ECO’s are trained professionals who will try to make the process as painless as possible, but the questions are necessarily very direct and personal. You should prepare for such an interview carefully. In particular:
Be familiar with all your study plans; why you chose the particular institution and course; how the course will help your future career;
Be clear about the cost of living and the course and your finances: do you have enough money to complete the course? Can you prove it?
Be as clear as you can about your likely future career in your country: what are you going to do on your return
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