Most of the UK universities are in the top 10 in the world university rankings. This will not only boost your CV, a qualification from any of the UK universities will stand you in good stead for the rest of your life, putting you in line for the top jobs and allowing you to be part of a global network of influential alumni. The UK offers its international students a 2 year post-study visa which allows them to look for job opportunities in the UK after completing their studies. Studying in the UK allows students to work part-time, giving them the opportunity to learn new skills and earn money while studying. Students have a variety of courses to choose from. The English language is of crucial importance in today’s global business arena. Employers want people with a grasp on English and there is no better way for you to learn English than to learn it in the country of its origin.

The UK education system is one of the oldest in the world with Oxford and Cambridge both having been founded over 800 years ago, thus making the quality of education system being perfected over the years. The UK education standards are highly regarded, with experts on many academic topics. The British higher education system has been the basis for higher education standards around the world for a long time, with revolutionary teaching styles and modern facilities.

Studying in the UK is generally cheaper than studying at equally ranked universities in the United States. International undergraduate tuition fees differ considerably, starting at around £10,000 (~US$14,130) and going up to £38,000 (~US$53,700) or more for medical degrees.
Living expenses
Just like in any other country of the world, even the UK has its most expensive parts of the country as well as its most affordable ones. For instance living in London costs more than any other city in the UK which makes it difficult to set a cost of living in stone. Just to have an idea, the average weekly budget including rent should be approximately £240.89 ($317.92 USD) for a student living in UK. However you can certainly live off of less/more than that depending on the flat you are renting, with an average of £12,000/$15,000 USD per year (excluding tuition fees).

As an international student you will have time for studies and time to relax and enjoy the beauty of the country. To know more about tourist attractions in the UK check this link: Explore United Kingdom

Regarding the UK student visa, our partner SI-UK visa consultant is registered with the Home Office OISC* (Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner) and has extensive knowledge of the latest immigration legislation, rules and regulations. The Tier 4 (General) Student Visa was rebranded as the Student Visa at the end of 2020 and in June 2021, the Graduate Visa was also introduced, allowing international student graduates to look for work in the UK for up to 2 years after graduation. To be eligible for a Student Visa in the UK, you must have received a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, and have at least 70 points on the points-based immigration system. SI-UK’s Student Visa Service offers advice and assistance to international students wishing to obtain a UK visa,
specialising in:

Student visa

Child Student visa

Short-term study visa (for English language courses lasting longer than 6 months)

Family, work, business, EEA national’s family, settlement and British citizenship visa advice is also provided. If you would like to use the Student Visa Service or have any questions, arrange a free consultation with our visa team in London by using the form below.