Home to some of the oldest world-renowned universities, the UK offers a wide range of courses and specializations, making it a hub for international students in fields like business, finance, and healthcare. Degrees from UK institutions enhance career prospects globally. The one-year duration of master’s degrees suits students seeking quick entry into the job market. Prominent firms such as BT Group, Deloitte, KPMG, Unilever, BBC, and GSK offer various opportunities and conduct recruitment drives and campus placements, providing valuable career prospects.
Facts and Rankings
- Over 450,000 international students from more than 180 countries are studying in the UK
- The UK ranks 2nd globally for graduate employability
- Four UK universities are ranked in the top 10 in the QS World University Rankings, with 18 universities in the top 100
- International students can work 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during holidays
- Non-EU/EEA students can avail a 2-year post-study work visa after completing their degree to seek employment
- Estimated living costs for students range from £10,000 to £15,000 per year
- The UK ranks 4th globally on the Global Innovation Index
- The UK is ranked 14th globally for quality of life
Visa requirements
| Student visa | For students pursuing a course of study in the UK |
| Student visitor visa | For students pursuing a short course of study in the UK (up to 6 months) |
Tuition fee
| Level of studying | Average fee annualy |
| Undergraduate degree | £10,000 to £26,000 |
| Postgraduate Masters | £10,000 to £35,000 |
| Doctoral Degree | £10,000 to £35,000 |
Intakes and their respective deadlines
| Intake | Application Deadline |
| Fall (September intake) | January – July |
| Winter (January intake) | September – October |
| Spring (April intake) | November – February |
Common Scholarships
| Scholarship name | Levels | Benefits | Deadline |
| Chevening Scholarship | Masters | Fully funded tuition fees, living costs, and other expenses | November |
| Commonwealth Scholarship | Masters PhD | Fully funded tuition fees, living costs, and other expenses | December |
| GREAT Scholarship | Undergraduate Masters | £10,000 tuition fee reduction | Varies by institution |
| British Council Scholarship | Undergraduate Masters PhD | Fully funded tuition fees, living costs, and other expenses | Varies by institution |
