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Study in UK for Students - All you need to know!

The UNITED KINGDOM is the most sought-after destination for aspiring students who are passionate about upgrading themselves and keen on getting a global recognition. It has been providing world-class education in a variety of areas like engineering, science, art and design, business and management, law and finance, medicine and public health. Credited with innumerable scientific researches and global scientific publications-UK has been responsible for producing the world’s very best thinkers.

This article is dividing into the following sections, which will guide the entire process step-by-step, from selecting the best university and course to successfully applying for a student visa in the United Kingdom.

Why Study in UK?

As Simon Sinek says, ‘First find your Why’! If you are convinced that the United Kingdom is the right place to pursue higher education, then this guide will help in understanding the complete process. The following points help to decide whether to study in the UK.

  • The degrees and diplomas awarded by the colleges and universities in the UK are recognized and respected all over the world.
  • Extensive choice of subjects and masters in a combination of subjects as a part of the course is available.
  • The universities in the United Kingdom rank at the very top of the top-ranked universities list in the world.
  • One can enjoy the multicultural vibes and immerse themselves in the local community while living in the country.
  • One can stay in the UK for two years after graduation on a post-study work visa.

Eligibility Requirements to Study for Bachelors’ in the UK

  • One should provide test scores of English language proficiency tests such as IELTS or TOEFL
  • A minimum score of 65 percent in 12th grade is mandatory to pursue a course in arts and humanities and a minimum of 70 to 80 percent to apply for a course in science and commerce.
  • A minimum score of 65 percent in 12th grade is mandatory to pursue a course in arts and humanities and a minimum of 70 to 80 percent to apply for a course in science and commerce.
  • One should provide test scores of their IELTS or TOEFL test to demonstrate proficiency in English.
  • One should provide test scores of their IELTS or TOEFL test to demonstrate proficiency in English.

Eligibility criteria to study in the UK for Masters program

  • The degrees and diplomas awarded by the colleges and universities in the UK are recognized and respected all over the world.
  • Depending on the course and university applied for, one needs to take the GRE or GMAT and submit their scores at the time of applying for admission.
  • Depending on the course and university applied for, one needs to take the GRE or GMAT and submit their scores at the time of applying for admission.
  • One should score at least 60 to 75 percent in their undergraduate degree to be eligible to apply for MS in the UK.

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Top FAQs Asked by Students Travelling to UK

Students need to qualify for the following tests to get eligible for studying in the UK.
  • TOEFL
  • IELTS
  • PTE

Studying in the UK is possible without IELTS for Indian students by submitting the documents from the university saying that the student can apply without IELTS and an acceptance letter. Students can also take the Secure English Language Test in the UK.

The tuition fees to study in the UK for undergraduate and graduate degrees will be approximate, $17,000 - $25,000 per academic year. And the other expenses will be around, $1,300- $1,700 if the student lives around London. Get a clear picture of the cost of living for UK education to plan your finances.

Documents required for a UK Student visa mainly contains CAS and ATAS certificate. Plus UK admission process for universities is unique when compared to other nations. Check out the application process to Study in UK for complete details.
7 Steps to Apply for Study in UK

Universities and College Administrative system (UCAS) is a central organization that handles all the applications from the students who intend to study in the UK.

How to Apply for Admission through UCAS?

Once zeroed in the course selection and universities to study in the UK, then the next important set of steps is to apply for admission through the UCAS system.

01

Register on the website

Once registered on the website, unique login details will be provided to the applicant to create a personal profile.

02

Fill in details about your education

Know the requirements, including academic records from age 13 onwards, before filling up the application for UK Universities.

03

Personal statement

Write a compelling 4000 character personal statement expressing interest in the course and university, with the help of UK education consultants.

04

Provide a reference

Provide recommendation references or letters from professors or professionals, linked through the college or school or entered directly into UCAS.

05

Work experience and employment history

The employment experience should list it here in chronological order.

06

Select the choice of course

One should select and apply to a maximum of five courses.

07

Apply and pay the application fees

Check the preview before submitting, paying £20 for a single choice or £26 for multiple choices in 2021, or £22 for a single choice or £26.50 for multiple choices in 2022.

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Popular Scholarships to Study in UK

The UK provides various modes of financial assistance through scholarships, bursaries, grants, fellowship, financial awards, etc. The scholarships may range from 1000 pounds to 8000 pounds.

• Scholarships are based on merit, international scholarship, and university grants.

• Students should apply in advance to receive any of the financial rewards.

These range from student finance packages to partially or fully paid merit scholarships. There are many scholarships for study in the UK, which are incredibly difficult, and obtaining these scholarships for your course of study is a matter of great prestige. These scholarships are awarded to some of the most talented students from all over the world.

Types of UK Scholarships:

The UK Scholarships are of 2 categories.

• Scholarships funded by UK Government

• Scholarships funded by Private Organizations

And here we are listing Scholarships Specifically Intended for Indian Students.

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Scholarships funded by UK Government

• Chevening Scholarships for British Citizens
The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and partner organizations fund these scholarships for international students. The scholarships provide full or partial financing to full-time graduate students in any subject in the United Kingdom.

• Commonwealth Scholarships for Commonwealth Developing Countries
These scholarships are intended exclusively for international students from Commonwealth-member developing nations. Students studying post-graduate or doctoral courses are eligible for the award. India is a member country, and Indian students are eligible to apply for the award.

• Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme at Universities in the UK

These scholarships are for international students planning to pursue Master's degrees in the United Kingdom. These programs must be relevant to a field related to technological advancement, the economy, or society, and they must be intended to benefit the student's home nation.

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Scholarships funded by Private Organizations

• Euraxess UK
The European Commission offers this scholarship, and the British Council manages its UK branch. The award provides many graduate research scholarships to overseas students from various nations studying in the United Kingdom.

• CastleSmart Scholarship
This scholarship is given by a private corporation, CastleSmart, and awards 6,000 GBP each year to students pursuing Bachelor's degrees in the United Kingdom. Any nationality student can apply for this. Applicants must submit a YouTube video outlining their educational and career goals.
Reward – 6,000 GBP

• Surfshark Privacy and Security Scholarship
This scholarship is worth 2,000 GBP and is open to any students presently enrolled in high school or higher in the United Kingdom or many other countries. To apply for the award you should submit an essay.
Reward - 2,000 GBP

• The Royal Society Grants
The Royal Society offers several grants and fellowships to talented researchers studying in the United Kingdom.

What scholarships are available to study in UK for Indian Students specially?

There are scholarships that are particularly for Indian students to aid in UK Education.

British Council GREAT scholarships for Indian Students

This category of scholarships is a selection of scholarships provided by the British Council to Indian students going to study in the United Kingdom.

Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships

This scholarship is available to Indian students who seek to study in the UK. It is designed for doctorate students, research students, and visiting fellows from various countries.

Heriot-Watt SML Merit Scholarships for Indian Students

This scholarship is open to all Indian students seeking to study a postgraduate degree at Heriot-Watt University.

Ms. Agatha Harrison Memorial Fellowship at St. Antony’s College

This fellowship is sponsored by the Indian government and is accessible only to very meritorious postgraduate research students continuing their course of study at the University of Oxford's St. Antony's College in the field of social sciences.

Oxford and Cambridge Society of India (OCSI) Scholarships

This scholarship is available to all Indian students studying at Oxford University or Cambridge University in the United Kingdom at any level.

Sir Ratan Tata Fellowships

The Tata Foundation funds these scholarships, which are available to students from India and other South Asian nations studying social science at the London School of Economics.

Sussex India Scholarships

This scholarship is available to all students enrolled in a study at the University of Sussex in the United Kingdom.

University of Lincoln India Scholarship

These scholarships are available to all high-achieving Indian students pursuing post-graduate studies at the University of Lincoln. The scholarships provide 5,000 GBP for tuition fees.

University of Oxford Felix Scholarships for Indian Students

These scholarships are available to all Indian students pursuing a master's degree at the University of Oxford.

University of Sheffield scholarships

These scholarships are meant for Indian students with strong intellectual potential who are enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programmes.

UWE International Scholarships

This scholarship is sponsored by UWE Bristol University to students enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the university and is delivered in the form of a tuition fee reduction.

Post Study Career Opportunities in the UK

After the completion of graduation in the United Kingdom, then students can stay in the UK to find work opportunities. That is through applying for a post-study visa through the Graduate Route. This route, which was introduced on July 1st, 2021, is open for all international students in the UK, who have completed their Bachelor's or higher degree. As per the terms of this program, students who have completed their graduation or are under graduation can stay for 2 years in the UK, while students who have completed their Ph.D. can stay for three years.

Important Features of the Graduate Route for Students in the UK

  • Students can apply for a post-study work visa for UK, through The Graduate Route, if they are holding a valid student visa and have completed their Bachelor’s or higher degree, at the time of application.
  • Once they have successfully applied for a visa through this route, then they will be entitled to stay in the United Kingdom for the terms stated above and look for work or work if they have already found a job.
  • Once the applicant finds a job position where the employer is willing to sponsor a work visa, they can apply for converting the post-study work visa to a work visa.
  • One can apply for this route if they have graduated on or after the 1st of July, 2021.
  • Submit a fresh visa application from within the United Kingdom for The Graduate Route
  • The fee for the visa is 700 GBP for the application, along with an additional payment of 624 GBP per year of stay for an Immigration Health Surcharge
  • The applicant should be required to know the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that they have used for the most recent Student visa application to be able to apply for the Graduate Route.
  • Students who have completed their studies online from the outside UK can still apply if they are eligibile to study in UK. This is due to the concessions given by the UK government for international students on account of the Covid pandemic.

Top Jobs in-demand in UK

Before choosing a career, investigate the future of the career in the UK over the next decade. Based on the predictions, choose the best careers for the future in the UK. Here are the jobs that will be in demand over the next ten years.

Registered Nurses

  • Median Salary: $70,000
  • Projected Job Growth: 15%

Accountants and Auditors

  • Median Salary: $69,350
  • Projected Job Growth: 10%

Software Developers

  • Median Salary: $103,560
  • Projected Job Growth: 24%

Management Analysts/ Consultants

  • Median Salary: $82,450
  • Projected Job Growth: 14%

Postsecondary Teachers

  • Median Salary: $76,000
  • Projected Job Growth: 15%

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