Top 10 Reasons to Study in the UK as an International Student

1. Top-ranked Universities
   The United Kingdom is proud to have many of their universities placed in top global league tables such as the QS World Rankings and The Times’ Higher Education Rankings amongst others. Graduating from top-ranked universities will allow you to enter work with a CV that stands out and your subject knowledge will be deeper than the average candidate pursuing employment.
2. Internationally-respected qualification
   Higher education qualifications gained in the UK hold immense respect and high reputation internationally. This will prove to be extremely beneficial when applying for work with top organisations and developing your career.
3. International Work Experience
   Tier 4 student visa gives international students permission to work for up to 20 hours per week. This provides great opportunities not only to earn while studying, but also to gain work experience desired by employers. There are many opportunities for internships, work placements and part-time jobs in the UK.
4. Language of the world
   English is the most used language in the world. Studying in the UK, the home of the English language, enhances career prospects by developing language knowledge and teaching academic and professional language skills that are sought-after by employers.
5. The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
   The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) for Higher Education is a government body which regularly inspects and assesses universities. The standards of teaching, learning and research are upheld to extremely high standards, ensuring top-quality courses and teaching methods are provided to all students.
6. Cultural diversity
   The UK is home to many international communities, it is a friendly and tolerant place with rich and diverse cultures. This provides a homely and familiar environment for visitors and inhabitants alike, with many opportunities to experience new cultures as well as share your culture with the rest of the UK.
7. Rich History
   The United Kingdom is an exceptionally interesting place to live and study, as it is filled with a history of wealth. The extraordinary architecture, castles, historic towns, and many museums, provide scope for exploration and learning.
8. Free Healthcare
   The UK jewel, which is the NHS, is available to all students in the UK who are studying for more than 6 months. This means that there is medical help available 24/7 when needed, with no financial implications.
9. Graduate employability
   According to the QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2019, UK universities often score high in graduate employability. Many universities provide help to their graduates with finding suitable work placements and starting their careers.
10. Shorter course duration and lesser tuition
    Courses in the UK are relatively shorter in duration when compared to the rest of the world. Shorter courses allow for qualification to be obtained sooner, in turn reducing the cost of tuition and living in the country.

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Financial Requirements for International Students to Study In the UK

Studying in the UK is exciting, but it also can be very expensive! In order to receive your Visa, you will need to prove that you have enough money to pay for your course fees and your living costs in the UK. The Home Office calls this the maintenance requirements. We have created this summary to help you understand the financial aspect of your international application.

Course fees

Home Office and the University require you to prove that you have enough money to pay the tuition fees for the first year of your course. The sum of these fees varies depending on which educational institution you have applied for, but they can be as much as £20,000 per year. When you receive your CAS code from your university, the Home Office can use the code to confirm how much money you need for your course fees. Please note that if you have paid your course fees or not, this will be confirmed on your CAS.

Living costs

The Home Office uses fixed amounts to determine if you are able to sustain yourself while living in the UK. These amounts in theory reflect the UK living costs.
Studying in London will require evidence of £1,265 per month, for a maximum of 9 months. Therefore, if you are studying a one year course, the amount which you will need is £11,385 approximately.
Studying elsewhere in the UK the living cost decreases to £1,015 per month, therefore the total required for a full year of study is £9,135 approximately.
The University should provide you with the start and end date of your course, and it should be stated on their website. Alternatively, you can figure out the start and end dates of your course, by simply referring to your CAS. When figuring out the living costs please make sure to round up any incomplete months.
If you need any further assistance regarding the cost of education in the UK, please do not hesitate to contact Study Bridge.

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Experience of International Students Studying in the UK

As an international student, you will quickly find out that studying in the UK differs from studying at home. Factors such as the type of your course, level of study and university location may require you to do things differently than what you are used to.
In the UK, it is common for students to manage their own research and time, instead of being prescribed set work. Coursework is completed in student’s own time and there are numerous exams which tests their knowledge and understanding.

Lectures are a large group of students in your year or studying the same module or course. A lecturer often stands in the front of the lecture hall and presents information about a specific part of the course. It is expected that students complete, recommended reading before/after the lecture to make the most of them.

Seminars are classroom-sized groups of students (20-50). Seminars are designed to allow the students to discuss module topics from reading and lectures in greater detail. Often seminars can hold debates or student presentations.

Exams usually starts in January and May by all students, however there can be smaller tests given during seminars. Exams can be very stressful, make sure you attend all your lectures and seminars, as you will learn the layout and topics of the exams there, eliminating some of the stress.

Course work also known as written assignments, which can take many forms (such as essays, reports, presentations, etc). A deadline is given to the student for the coursework, alongside the assignment brief, stating the main question and points to cover.

Plagiarism means taking someone else ideas or work and presenting it as your own, without crediting the source. It is important all students reference their work properly. If you are found plagiarising, you can fail the exam or assignment, or even be asked to leave your course. You can read more about plagiarism on plagiarism.org

If you have any more questions regarding studying in the UK, please do not hesitate to contact Study Bridge.
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