The UK, a Popular Study Destination

The UK, a Popular Study Destination

The Issue

The UK has an excellent reputation as a global study destination with world-class career prospects, state-of-the-art facilities and a multicultural student community. Studying in the UK goes beyond the classroom – it's a chance to discover its unique culture, cities and countryside.

Highlights of UK as a Study Destination

•   The UK is home to some of the most renowned universities in the world

•    It is also home to four of the world's top ten universities

•    It has the 2nd highest number of Nobel Prize winners in the world

•    Five new winners from the UK were announced in 2016 in the fields of Physics, Chemistry and Economics.

•    Over 33000 students from South Asian countries of which Indians are the second largest international student community in the UK

•    6% increase from 2015 in student visas issued to Indian students

The benefits of studying in the UK

World Leader in many areas of Education 

•         As seen in the highlights, the UK is home to some of the world’s esteemed universities, attracting thousands of students and researchers every year, including many from India.

•         It is also the world leader in many areas of education which include engineering, science, art & design, business & management, law and finance.

•         Its reputation and legacy as an epicentre for scientific research make it a sought-after study destination, especially for some of the best thinkers in the world.

•         In fact, with only 1% of the world’s population, the UK is responsible for 8% of global scientific publications.

Flexible Education System

•        The UK education system is flexible, giving you the possibility to study in a way that suits your lifestyle and career aspirations. UK institutions offer the flexibility of choice and give you an option you to blend academic and vocational courses of your choice.

•        UK degrees can be tailored as per your interests, and they often include specialised modules.

•         When you study in the UK, you meet people from different nationalities, sharing their backgrounds and discovering new perspectives.

Research Opportunities

•         The UK offers remarkable research opportunities as it undertakes 5 percent of the world’s scientific research and produces 14 percent of the world’s most frequently cited papers. Nearly three times the input.

UK Study Options

•        With so many inexpensive universities in the UK for international students and innovative courses to develop your knowledge and critical thinking, you will no doubt gain the skills, qualifications and confidence needed to choose your path.

•         The teaching and study methodology used in the UK gives you the freedom to be creative and develop skills sets and confidence.

Choosing a university or college

•         The UK institutions consistently rank among the best in the world and qualifications are internationally valued and recognised.

·         With over 160 universities and colleges and umpteen courses and study options available, you can make your UK higher education experience as unique as you want to.

·         There are specialist universities and colleges, world-renowned historic institutions, modern, innovative facilities and pioneering and progressive research centres all over the country, offering you the chance to tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals. 

•         As a student you can avail the opportunity of studying under the able guidance of the world's leading academics and experts; you also benefit from their constant academic support.

·         There are many factors worth considering, but with a vast range of choice available, you will always have something to match your interests or chosen career path.

Scholarships and Financial Support

•         There are hundreds of scholarships, bursaries and grant schemes on offer for students who need extra support to pay for their UK course.

•         Depending on your nationality, you can check for your eligibility for a loan or financial support from the UK government.

Develop language skills and enhance employment prospects

•         The UK is the home of English hence an ideal place to develop language skills and enhance employment prospects.

Internships, work-placements, volunteering and dissertation placements

•         You may also get the chance to get involved in internships, work-placements, volunteering and dissertation placements as per the university and course you enrol into. So Study in the UK also gives you an opportunity to gain work experience.

Post Study Work Options

•         Some courses include one year of working in the industry allowing you to gain valuable experience in a profession you might consider after completing your higher education course.

•         To check for Post-Study Work Opportunities in UK, you need to check whether your visa status allows you to do this before applying.

Speaking in a nut shell, the UK has all the features essential in a sought after study destination, as such it has always been the top choice of student community all over the world.

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Manjiri ThakkarPetition StarterI am an overseas education consultant, having five years of experience in overseas education. Interested in writing articles on careers and education abroad and she also guides students for studying abroad.
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The Issue

The UK has an excellent reputation as a global study destination with world-class career prospects, state-of-the-art facilities and a multicultural student community. Studying in the UK goes beyond the classroom – it's a chance to discover its unique culture, cities and countryside.

Highlights of UK as a Study Destination

•   The UK is home to some of the most renowned universities in the world

•    It is also home to four of the world's top ten universities

•    It has the 2nd highest number of Nobel Prize winners in the world

•    Five new winners from the UK were announced in 2016 in the fields of Physics, Chemistry and Economics.

•    Over 33000 students from South Asian countries of which Indians are the second largest international student community in the UK

•    6% increase from 2015 in student visas issued to Indian students

The benefits of studying in the UK

World Leader in many areas of Education 

•         As seen in the highlights, the UK is home to some of the world’s esteemed universities, attracting thousands of students and researchers every year, including many from India.

•         It is also the world leader in many areas of education which include engineering, science, art & design, business & management, law and finance.

•         Its reputation and legacy as an epicentre for scientific research make it a sought-after study destination, especially for some of the best thinkers in the world.

•         In fact, with only 1% of the world’s population, the UK is responsible for 8% of global scientific publications.

Flexible Education System

•        The UK education system is flexible, giving you the possibility to study in a way that suits your lifestyle and career aspirations. UK institutions offer the flexibility of choice and give you an option you to blend academic and vocational courses of your choice.

•        UK degrees can be tailored as per your interests, and they often include specialised modules.

•         When you study in the UK, you meet people from different nationalities, sharing their backgrounds and discovering new perspectives.

Research Opportunities

•         The UK offers remarkable research opportunities as it undertakes 5 percent of the world’s scientific research and produces 14 percent of the world’s most frequently cited papers. Nearly three times the input.

UK Study Options

•        With so many inexpensive universities in the UK for international students and innovative courses to develop your knowledge and critical thinking, you will no doubt gain the skills, qualifications and confidence needed to choose your path.

•         The teaching and study methodology used in the UK gives you the freedom to be creative and develop skills sets and confidence.

Choosing a university or college

•         The UK institutions consistently rank among the best in the world and qualifications are internationally valued and recognised.

·         With over 160 universities and colleges and umpteen courses and study options available, you can make your UK higher education experience as unique as you want to.

·         There are specialist universities and colleges, world-renowned historic institutions, modern, innovative facilities and pioneering and progressive research centres all over the country, offering you the chance to tailor your learning to your aspirations and career goals. 

•         As a student you can avail the opportunity of studying under the able guidance of the world's leading academics and experts; you also benefit from their constant academic support.

·         There are many factors worth considering, but with a vast range of choice available, you will always have something to match your interests or chosen career path.

Scholarships and Financial Support

•         There are hundreds of scholarships, bursaries and grant schemes on offer for students who need extra support to pay for their UK course.

•         Depending on your nationality, you can check for your eligibility for a loan or financial support from the UK government.

Develop language skills and enhance employment prospects

•         The UK is the home of English hence an ideal place to develop language skills and enhance employment prospects.

Internships, work-placements, volunteering and dissertation placements

•         You may also get the chance to get involved in internships, work-placements, volunteering and dissertation placements as per the university and course you enrol into. So Study in the UK also gives you an opportunity to gain work experience.

Post Study Work Options

•         Some courses include one year of working in the industry allowing you to gain valuable experience in a profession you might consider after completing your higher education course.

•         To check for Post-Study Work Opportunities in UK, you need to check whether your visa status allows you to do this before applying.

Speaking in a nut shell, the UK has all the features essential in a sought after study destination, as such it has always been the top choice of student community all over the world.

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Manjiri ThakkarPetition StarterI am an overseas education consultant, having five years of experience in overseas education. Interested in writing articles on careers and education abroad and she also guides students for studying abroad.

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Petition created on 22 March 2018