About UK
Why UK
- Internationally Recognised Universities. …
- Quality Education. …
- Opportunities offered by the UK education system. …
- Unique Culture. …
- Work while study and work permit after study. …
- Scholarships and Financial Support. …
- Strong Research Infrastructure. …
- Support System.
Education System
Primary Education
The United Kingdom benefits from a highly evolved education system. Details are delegated to semi-autonomous regions, although overall the system is the same. At age 5 children enter primary school where they complete their basic first stages and basic second stages of their grounding education.
Middle Education
At age 7 children move on to junior school where they remain for four years while receiving their introduction the basics of an academic education. Although core subjects are prescribed they are encouraged to take extra subjects like art, computer studies and music too
Secondary Education
After completing junior school, students move on to comprehensive school until they reach the age of 16. Here standards are higher asnd programs more challenging. Those who succeed receive a general / vocational certificate of secondary education depending on the stream they followed. Thereafter they either stay on for two more years to complete their advanced level school education, take menial jobs or enroll for advanced vocational training.
Vocational Education
Non-university post-secondary education takes place at a variety of technical schools, colleges of higher education and accredited independent colleges offering a wide variety of courses leading to formal vocational qualifications. Through these, those United Kingdom youths who do not go on the university are assured the opportunities of groundings in successful lifetime careers.
Tertiary Education
The quality of United Kingdom universities is legion and students flock there from the 4 corners of the globe. The prescribed period for an undergraduate degree is 4 years, and these days more weight is gradually being added to assignments as opposed to formal examinations. Some universities offer crash two year programs with no vacations offered or allowed.
Education Cost in UK
Education Costs
Many undergraduates in UK pay up to £9,250 per annum (year) in tuition costs (the cost of education is capped by the government). The average is approximately £6,000 per annum
The main intake offered by all Universities is September / October few universities offer Jan / Feb intake also. IELTS minimum score of 7.0 for Postgraduate and 6.5 for Undergraduate Studies.
Universities in UK
List of UK Universities
Test Requirements
- TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- IELTS: International English Language Testing System
- PTE: Pearson Test of English (Academic)
Work Rights
International students who study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree course at a recognised university are allowed to work part-time during term term for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during the holidays.
Useful links for international students
Welfare
International Student House (ISH)
A source of accommodation for international students living in London.
UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs)
This site offers a great variety of information for overseas students including the following topics: UK immigration control; the regulations on fees, awards and loans; financial aid and sources of funding; and your rights as a European Economic Area student studying in the UK.
BIA-Border and Immigration Agency
Home Office rules and information on immigration for individuals living in the UK. Includes downloadable application forms.
UKVISAS
Home Office rules and regulations for individuals applying to seek leave to enter the UK.
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
ATAS information.
UNIAID Student Calculator
An online tool that helps you plan your money for UK study.
National Union of Students
An organisation representing students across the UK.
Foreign Students
A useful resource for international students coming to the UK.
Education
UCAS
Information about applying to an undergraduate degree programme in the UK.
The British Council Homepage
Links to British Council offices in countries worldwide.
Education UK
British Council information about studying in the UK.
Information on London
Visit London- The Official Website for London
A comprehensive guide to what London has to offer.
Transport for London (TfL)
Information on bus, tube, rail and river transport in London. There is up-to-date information on ticket prices and travelling to and from the airports. Downloadable maps are also available.
National Rail
Information about the mainline rail network throughout London and the rest of the UK.
Time Out Guide to London
Online version of one of London’s best known listings magazines. Details of theatre, cinema, exhibitions and galleries, restaurants, nightlife, etc. for the coming week.
UK Student Life
Useful information on British culture and living in London.
Not all UK scholarships are awarded based on financial need – most will evaluate your academic abilities. You can only apply for scholarships either when you are applying for the course or after you have applied.
UK Study Visa Checklists
( Visa must apply through UK VFS, Lagankhel, Processing time; 1.5 to 2 months)
CAS/Offer Letter:
- Passport
- Academics( Transcript, Pass Certificates, Backlogs Character, Board Certificate, Provisional, Migration, Equivalence Certificate)
- IELTS/TOEFL/PTE/SAT
- Work Experience Letter (Employment Contract, Job Appointment Letter, Salary/Bank Statement, Pay Slips, Staff ID)
- CV/Biodata
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Visa Scan Copy( If Travelled Abroad Previously)
- Previous Passport Copy( If made new passport)
- Marriage Certificate( If married)
VISA/GTE Document (Additional Document)
- Family Income:
Father/Mother/Uncle/Brother/Sister/Grand Father/Grand Mother, Maternity Uncle’s, Husband/Wife Salary, Vehicle Income, House Rent Agreement, Land Lease Agreement, VDC/Municipality Agriculture Income, Business Income: PAN Certificate, Company Registration certificate, Company Tax Clearance, Audit Report, Company Bank Statement, Company renewal certificate, Share Income, Fixed Deposit/Savings Income, Additional Income(Any)
- Relationship Certificate
- Citizenship Copy
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Fund: Bank Balance ( 28 Days Mature Fund – 1265 Pound Inside London, 1015 Pound/per month to outside london) : TOTAL BALANCE REQUIRED : 25 lakhs
- Property Valuation
- Land Ownership Certificate
- Tax Clearance Certificate
- Dual Name Verification Letter( If multiple names)
- Change of Address Verification Letter( If any address changed)
- Medical Report
- Police Report
- Affidavit
- Sponsorship Letter: (If sponsor is living abroad)
- Sponsor Work Experience Letter (Employment Contract, Job Appointment Letter, Salary/Bank Statement, Pay Slips, Staff ID, Visa Scan) : (If currently living abroad)
APPLY TOGETHER WITH YOUR PARTNER?
For Married Applicant (Partner Additional Documents)
Marriage Registration Certificate (Marriage/Travel/Anniversary/Birthday or Any Event celebration Photographs, Weeding Invitation Card, Air/Bus Ticket with Joint Name, Properties ties, Relations ties with babies, Joint Bank Account, Facebook/Viber/Phone Chatting History etc)
- Spouse Passport
- Spouse Academics( Transcript, Character, Board Certificate, Provisional, Migration, Equivalence Certificate)
- Work Experience Letter (Employment Contract, Job Appointment Letter, Salary/Bank Statement, Pay Slips, Staff ID)
- CV/Biodata
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
JOIN YOUR PARTNER LATER?
Documents Reqd. for Partner/ Spouse VISA:
- Passport
- Enrolment Letter( University/ College)
- Accommodation Confirmation (If Any)
- Partner – Visa Scan Copy
- Proof of Fund( 3 months bank balance certificate of 10 Lakhs minimum)
- Relation, Birth Certificate and Citizens: ALL
- Marriage Registration Certificate (Marriage/Travel/Anniversary/Birthday or Any Event celebration Photographs, Weeding Invitation Card, Air/Bus Ticket with Joint Name, Properties ties, Relations ties with babies, Joint Bank Account, Facebook/Viber/Phone Chatting History etc)
- Spouse Academics( Transcript, Character, Board Certificate, Provisional, Migration, Equivalence Certificate)
- Work Experience Letter (Employment Contract, Job Appointment Letter, Salary/Bank Statement, Pay Slips, Staff ID)
- CV/Biodata
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Police & Medical