The UK is a popular destination for international students. It has a long history of providing world-class education and UK universities generally rank high in international university league tables and attract some of the world’s best academics. British universities are globally known for helping students refine their critical and creative thinking skills and arming them with skills and experiences that will help them succeed in their chosen career. In 2016/17, there were over 400,000 non-UK university students enrolled on undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in the UK.
Many students choose the UK to get a top education and to enjoy the reputational benefits of having a UK degree. UK universities are consistently at the top of the world rankings for their overall quality. The UK has a reputation for world-leading excellence in research and innovation in a range of disciplines. It is also renowned for its high academic standards and innovative teaching methods. If you study in the UK, your degree will be recognized and respected around the world. Receiving a degree from a UK university will provide you with a solid foundation for the real world and will help you get your dream job. Studying in the UK will make your CV stand out to prospective employers. Most employers in most countries want to hire people with a good grasp of the English language.
UK degrees take 3 or 4 years to complete depending on where you study in the UK. Degrees from English/NI and Wales generally take 3 years and from Scotland, they take 4 years. However Scottish students domiciled in Scotland and going to a Scottish university have their fees paid. A postgraduate degree takes only one year. This means you will spend less on tuition fees. On top of that, there are lots of scholarships, grants, and bursaries available from institutions and the universities themselves.
An international student in the UK is typically allowed to work up to 20 hours a week during term time, and full-time outside of term time. This will allow you to gain valuable work experience, meet new people and earn money alongside your studies. There is also a new Graduate Route scheme that will be available to anyone completing a UK degree from the summer of 2021. This will allow you to stay and work in the UK for up to two years after you graduate.