Why study in the UK?

The UK has a long history of welcoming international students – in fact UCAS state that more than 500,000 international students enrol in UK universities each year. So, aside from being one of the most popular destinations to study higher education, what else makes the UK such a popular choice for international and European students?

The UK is a beautiful and vibrant country

The UK boasts lush green countryside interspersed with vibrant cities

UK universities are renowned for the quality of their teaching

Every university in the UK is inspected by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) to make sure you receive quality teaching

You’ll develop skills sought by employers across the world

All of our undergraduate courses offer a placement year, giving students the option to get real hands-on experience.

Studying in the UK will dramatically improve your English language skills

Did you know that the English language is one of the most commonly spoken languages in the world?

Typically, courses in the UK are shorter than elsewhere in the world

If you study full-time our master’s degrees are typically 1 year long

You can work while you study

Depending on your visa, you may be able to work up to 20 hours a week.

You may be eligible for a scholarship or financial support

Lots of universities, including º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ, offer scholarships and financial support for international students.

We have a rich and welcoming multicultural society

The UK is home to a rich tapestry of cultures, languages and faiths

The UK is home to world-leading research

Did you know that the UK is one of the top country's for research?

Fantastic transport links = gateway to Europe

The UK has fantastic transport links throughout the country and to the rest of Europe
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