UK
In an increasingly globalised world economy, people need special skills and qualities to succeed. Employers want employees who can think effectively, creatively and independently. This is an essential part of the UK learning experience. Institutions use a variety of teaching and assessment methods to encourage independence, as well as mastery of the subject.
UK scientists and institutions have won almost 100 Nobel Prizes for their scientific achievements. The UK’s creative brains ‘artists, fashion designers, film and T.V stars, and leisure software designers’ are regarded as among the best in the world.
At degree and postgraduate level in particular, students are encouraged to read widely, to question and analyse what they have read, and to discuss openly their own ideas in seminars and tutorials. Career-based courses are designed to equip you for specific roles in the modern world of work.
English language skills will be important for your future career prospects. English is acknowledged as the language of business, science, IT and the internet around the world. Learning English in the UK allows you to immerse yourself in the language, to live and think in English.
Reasons to Study in UK
Requires only 15 years of education for direct entry into postgraduate programme.
International students studying at UK institutions are not required to obtain permission from the jobcentre to take spare time and vacation work.
One centralized application form for six undergraduate courses and generally no application fee for postgraduate courses.
In UK, most undergraduate degrees take only 3 years while postgraduate degrees take one year; you spend less time away from home and less money on course fees
Educational institutions are constantly monitored and reviewed to ensure that courses offered are of high quality.
Qualifications from the UK are some of the most recognized and respected worldwide.
There is a high success rate for international students in the UK education system.
Health surcharge mandatory for 1 year+ 4 months. ( 150GBP+75GBP = 225 GBP).For bachelor degree – 3 years – 3*150 = 450+75= 525GBP.
There are many routes into education in UK, so chances of accessing the British system are high.
UK is the gateway to Europe, rich in history and has welcomed international students for hundreds of years.
The basic steps for applying are:
Choosing your required programme
Identifying Universities
Health documents, if required
Taking various required tests like IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, etc.
Arranging and preparing essays and recommendation letters
Completing and sending application forms along with required documents
Applying for VISA after obtaining unconditional offer from the universities.
Types of Courses
| Qualifications Offered | Entrance Requirements | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods | Duration |
| MA MSc LLM MEd Others | British or recognised overseas undergraduate degree in a relevant subject plus English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS band six or above). | Programmes are intensive and you should be prepared for a heavy workload. Postgraduate students attend classes and lectures, do a great deal of independent reading and/or experimental work between classes, complete regular written assignments, and write a substantial dissertation. | Taught elements are assessed by continuous assessment and/or final exams. The dissertation forms a major part of the total assessment. | One Year to Two Years (With Internship) |
Research Masters
| Qualifications Offered | Entrance Requirements | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods | Duration |
| M.Phil. MA/M.Sc. by research M.Res. | British or recognised overseas undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, at 2.1 Honours or above plus English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS band six or above). | Students are expected to work on their own under the guidance of a supervisor..The first two-thirds of the programme are spent researching the topic and planning the dissertation. The remaining time is spent writing the dissertation, which describes in detail the research. | Dissertation – typically 30,000 to 40,000 words. | One Year to Three Years |
Research Doctorates
| Qualifications Offered | Entrance Requirements | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods | Duration |
| Ph.D D.Phil. | Taught or research Masters degree in a relevant subject plus English Language proficiency (e.g. IELTS band 6 or above). An outstanding academic record is expected. | Students will be expected to work on their own to a large extent, under the guidance of a supervisor. The research is usually written during the third year. The first two years are spent researching the topic and planning the dissertation. | Dissertation – typically of 70,000-1,00,000 words. | Three Years minimum |
MBA
Business studies are increasingly popular with students from all countries and the MBA (Master of Business Administration) is the most popular business qualification. MBA programmes are designed to develop management skills, knowledge, the ability to analyze complex problems and the ability to make decisions. There are many MBA programmes to choose from in the UK, from those that teach principles of general management to highly specialised programmes tailored to careers like, banking and finance, construction, oil and gas, health care, hospitality, transport, and technology. Many have pipeline to relevant industries to ensure their direct relevance to the working world.
Many postgraduate courses – particularly MBA’s where people tend to need to continue working – are now offered through distance learning. This allows you to study from home with course materials provided by the institution. These can be paper-based, on CD-Rom or accessible on the Internet.
| Qualifications Offered | Entrance Requirements | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods | Duration |
| MBA (Master of Business Administration) Both general and specialised versions are available. | British or recognised overseas undergraduate degree or a professional qualification plus a good GMAT score plus English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS band six or above). | Projects, practical work and simulations or games are important elements. Lectures (sometimes involving guest speakers from industry) and seminars are also used. | Continuous assessment plus dissertation and |
Course Fees (Pound Sterling)
Undergraduate range –
£15,755 – £23,190*
Post Graduate Range –
12,000GBP – 18,000GBP
Living Expenses (Pound Sterling)
| Home stay | £60 – £100 per week |
| Dormitory (single w/o meal) | £100 – £130 per week |
| Dormitory (shared w/o meal) | £70 – £100 per week |
| Dormitory (shared with meals) | £100 – £120 per week |
| Apartment (without meal) | £120 – £200 per week |