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Qualifications of the highest standard

UK Universities provide internationally - recognised qualifications of the highest standard. They also offer more opportunities than ever before: there are currently over 50,000 postgraduate taught courses and research opportunities to choose from.

The UK higher education system combines the best elements of tradition and modernity. Some UK universities are among the oldest in the world; others are among the newest. Many provide degrees with a strong vocational foundation and enjoy good links with businesses and professional organisations.

Academic excellence

The quality and standard of UK higher education are guaranteed through the work of various official bodies. The quality of a university's teaching and its general facilities are assessed by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). Research standards are examined by the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), which publishes its findings every five years. The results of all these assessments are freely available on the internet. Information on quality assurance and assessments is also available from the Higher Education Funding Councils.

Value for money

The quality of UK degrees is one reason why so many people come to the UK to study. Another is value for money. Unlike the equivalent programmes in the United States or Australia, most UK Masters programmes can be completed in one year.

An international tradition

The UK has always welcomed students from all over the world. In 2003/2004, there were 96,845 students from the European Union (EU) and 203,210 students from outside of it in the UK at undergraduate and postgraduate level. UK universities are used to looking after the welfare of non-UK students and have well-developed support services and social networks on campus. At postgraduate level, students from outside the UK form over 30% of the entire student body.

The language of business

A major advantage of studying in the UK is the opportunity to perfect your knowledge of the English language - one of the most important skills in the international business world. If you are from outside the EU, especially if you are studying a commercial subject, you may well appreciate the opportunity to observe at first hand the operation of the European market. The UK is a member of the EU, and living and studying here can provide a useful insight into how this major trading bloc functions.

Education Costs are Lower

The cost of education for an international student in the UK is much lower compared to countries such as the USA. Some courses in the USA can be $25,000 plus a year. The majority of UK higher education institutions are in the region of £6,000 to £7,000 a year - considerably less!

If you are trying to obtain your degree or masters in the UK, this will generally take less time than other countries. For a degree in the UK, this generally lasts 3 years and a masters program is typically between 1 to 2 years. When you take this into mind, the cost will be much lower if you only have to plan for 3 years instead of 4 or 5 like many other countries.

Work Opportunities

The visa and immigration regulations in the UK are very different, as you would expect to many other countries. A student in the UK can typically be allowed to work up to 20 hours a week in order to provide some source of income. What is also allowed is holiday work, so if you are out of term time you can work (sometimes full time) in order to gain valuable funds for your education!! More information about this can be found in our immigration pages.

Scholarships/ Loans

The UK has a variety of scholarships and loans that are available to students who attend a school here. To learn more about this and other opportunities, please visit our financing section.

Gateway to Europe

The United Kingdom is the gateway to Europe, with the Eurostar now offering fast, reliable and cheap service to major European destination, the UK is a great stepping stone in which to explore many parts of Europe.

Multicultural Nation

Rather like Australia, the UK has a very multicultural society which is safe, student friendly and open to new traditions and cultures. If you are of a particular religion, you will likely not be far away from a place you can worship and meet like minded individuals.