Study in the UK

Some of the oldest colleges and universities in the world, dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, are located in the United Kingdom (UK). Because of its long history, UK education has become a model for other nations.

Why study in the UK?

Here’s why the UK has become a popular destination among international students:

Student-friendly cities: According to the QS Best Student Cities 2024, London is ranked #1, and the UK is home to some of the greatest student cities worldwide. Additionally, the UK is home to 15 of the top 100 student cities and 8 of the top 50! Wondering?
Popular with international students: The UK is home to around 6,79,970 international students worldwide.
Internationally renowned universities: The United Kingdom has a long history of education, and several of its oldest universities are currently among the best universities in the world. The UK is home to eight of the top 50 institutions worldwide and four of the top ten, according to the QS World University Rankings 2024.
Appealing scholarships: UK institutions provide eligible students with appealing scholarships.

Programs and Their Duration in the UK

Here are the programs that UK universities offer:

Qualification	Duration	Graduate Immigration Route (GIR)
Degrees (Such as BA, B.Sc., BEng)	3 years	2 years
Sandwich degrees	4 years (including one year in the industry)	2 years
Taught masters (such as MA, M.Sc., LLM, MBA, MREs)	1 year	2 years
Research masters (such as MPhil, PhD, DPhil)	1-2 years	3 years

Cost of living in The UK

Up to nine months in the UK, the cost of living is approximately GBP 1334 per month (within London). Outside of London, it can reach GBP 1023 a month for a maximum of nine months.

Academic Intake to Study in the UK

Colleges and universities in the UK offer three intakes. Intakes may also be referred to as terms in some institutions.

Intake	Start Date
Summer Intake	May - June
Autumn Intake	September - October
Spring Intake	January - February

Deadline for the UK universities

You need to start preparing your application a minimum of 9-10 months in advance before the commencement of your program.

Popular programs to study in the UK

Studying in the UK offers a wide range of programs across various fields, appealing to students worldwide. Some of the most popular and prestigious programs that attract international students include:

Physiotherapy
Law
Actuarial Science
Sports Management
Psychology
Data Science
Medicine and Surgery
Computer Science
Engineering
Business Studies
Business Analytics

Scholarships to study in the UK

Here are some of the scholarships that UK universities offer to international students:

Chevening Scholarship
Common Wealth Scholarship and fellowship
GREAT Scholarships
Scotland Saltire Scholarships
University-specific Scholarships

Universities in the UK

Explore a complete list of universities in the UK here.

Admission Checklist

To ensure a smooth application process, please prepare the following essential documents:

Passports: Present & Previous (Original)
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Language Proficiency Test Scores: IELTS/PTE/TOEFL (Original)
Birth Registration Certificate
National ID Card (if eligible)
Academic Records:
- Result sheets for the last two years (for school students)
- Certificates & Mark Sheets/Transcripts (Original)
Medium of Instruction Confirmation
Study Continuation Report (Original)
Job Experience Certificate (Original, if eligible)
Extra Qualification Certificate (Original, if eligible)