There are over 37,000 undergraduate courses at over 370 providers in UK. Study in UK for Indian students usually ranges to five popular courses that have a high placement chance.




Top Courses




Architecture Building Planning

The course is all about planning and designing structures, then putting those plans into effect. Architecture deals with the design stage – using a blend of creativity and scientific knowledge to develop structures of all shapes and sizes.




Business Management And Maths

A large number of students who decide to study in UK from India usually pursue Business and Management programs, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels of study. At the graduate level, the MBA, is aimed at those who have already gained significant professional experience in a business and management role. This remains a very popular option, and one that continues to promise high returns in terms of career progression.




Computer Science

As UK education consultants we receive an ambit of students who wish to study a Computer Science degree. This deals with the theoretical foundations of information and computation, taking a scientific and practical approach to computation and its applications.




Creative Arts

The Bachelor of Creative Arts program provides students with exciting opportunities for a future in the creative arts. Students will become experts in creative theory and its cultural context.




Engineering

Engineering courses tend to place emphasis on mathematical and scientific knowledge. To study in UK means to put that knowledge into practice through design projects, and networking with industry tycoons. to build on background skills that will be useful in the workplace, such as teamwork and management capability.




Law

A Law degree is generally a preparation for a legal career. As UK education consultants, our students talk about the general skills learnt through this program which include the research, interpretation and explanation of complex subjects, analytical thinking and practical problem solving, oral communication, negotiation, teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to draft formal documents.




Other popular courses to study in UK include, English Literature and Media, Geography, History, Languages, Law, Medicine & Dentistry, Nursing and Health, Politics, Philosophy and Theology, Psychology, Sociology, Sciences & Biosciences, Veterinary Studies and Agriculture, Design courses like Graphic, Animation, Interior, Fashion, VFX, etc.

The UK is one of the largest economies in Europe. Statistics show that in the past few years, UK has seen a significant fall in the unemployment rate. This indicates that study in UK for Indian students is an opportunity for them to pursue a career in the UK.

Part Time Employment In The UK

Students can work upto 20 hours a week during term time and full time during vacations.

If you are looking to pursue courses below the degree level, you will only be able to work 10 hours a week (this has been reduced from 20 hours). However, this does not include Foundation Degree students. Students planning to study in UK can expect to earn around £ 5 - £ 7 per hour i.e. approximately £375 - £525 per month during the term.

As UK education consultants we advice students to look for part-time jobs by looking at local newspapers and job shops as well as the Universities and Colleges career cells where information is available about vacancies. However, please note that students are not guaranteed part time employment by the University.

If you are going to study in UK for six months or less, you cannot work nor extend your visas further.

Employment In UK After Graduating

In an attempt to attract international students, the government altered the study visa rules for international students. Through the new scheme, international students from a range of countries which includes India, can stay back in the UK two years upon the completion of the course. Until recently, those who study in UK from India, received a stay back of mere four to six months respectively.

The new visa applies to students studying any subject at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. The new visa will be a distinct one that requires a new application, compromising of payments of visa and health surcharge.

A major benefit to study in UK for Indian students is that it gives them an opportunity to look for jobs. Once the graduate finds an appropriate job, they can switch to the skilled work segment which is a route towards settlement. Another major pro of the said regime is that it doesn't restrict the type of jobs students are permitted to undertake.

Although universities have opened their doors to international students, the rules still remain stringent in accepting the academically eminent. Therefore, although the stay back option has increased, students still have to be at the top of their game to reap the benefits.

The new route is set to be launched in the summer of 2021, meaning eligible graduates in the summer of 2021 (Academic Year 2020-21) will be able to apply for this route. This also includes students who have already commenced their course.

Thus now, study in UK for Indian students includes application under this route after the completion of the program, within the validity of their visa to gain exposure.

Some of the other career opportunities include Information Economy, Oil and Gas, Construction, Graphic Designers, Animators, Health Care, Restaurants, Medical Consultants, etc.

The cost to study in UK is dependent on many factors, including institution, course, location and funding opportunities. The most apparent cost advantage to study in UK for Indian students is the shorter duration of the programs : 3yrs for UG degree and only 1 year for Masters degree.

Tuition Fees

Subject	Tuition Fees (Per Year)	Tuition Fees in Indian Rupees (Rs)
Arts, Humanities	£ 8,000 to £ 10,000	7,44,000 to 9,30,000
Engineering / Science	£ 10,000 to £ 13,000	9,30,000 to 12,09,000
Business	£ 12,000 to £ 16,000	11,16,000 to 14,88,000
MBA	£ 10,000 to £ 25,000	9,30,000 to 23,25,000

Living Expenses

Places	Living Costs (Per Year)	Living Costs in Indian Rupees (Rs)
Places Other than London	£ 9,135 to £ 10,000	8,49,555 to 9,30,000
Places Near London	£ 11,385 to £ 12,000	10,58,805 to 11,16,000

(The above conversion has been done at Rs 93=£ 1. Subject to change*)

As UK education consultants we can firmly say that the cost of courses in the UK compares favorably with other major education destinations. The rate of international undergraduate student satisfaction with the cost of living in the UK is also higher than that of other top countries for studying abroad.

Further, education courses vary in length. You may have the option of doing a foundation course and deciding later whether you want to carry on studying and ‘top up’ to a full degree. This means you can take a break from your studies to return home, or alternate between periods of work and study. Find out more in Further education and Shorter undergraduate courses.

Types Of Accommodation

Both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students are guaranteed accommodation by many universities in their Halls of Residence, for at least their first year at the university, provided they inform the university within the given deadlines.

• On Campus : College hostels (self catered or fully catered)
• Off Campus : Renting a flat / apartment
• Home stay : With the Families near the institution.

The overall cost to study in UK is dependent on many factors, including institution, course, location and funding opportunities. On an average, an undergraduate student pursuing a 40 weeks long course may approximately spend up to Rs. 8 - 9 lakhs, while a postgraduate student (one year) may approximately spend nearly Rs. 10 - 11 lakhs. Many UK shops and restaurants offer a student discount and you can also get great deals on travel passes to help make life more affordable. Private accommodation can be expensive than most university accommodations. Monthly expenses in UK will vary according to the location of your university. As UK education consultants we provide guidance on how much an international student should expect to spend on living expenses. If you wish to study in London, you should expect to approximately pay £13,521.

Universities in UK are generally funded by the government, which means that in some cases limited funds are available for the university to disburse among students as bursaries and scholarships. Still most universities do have certain awards which are given to students based on their merits as well as their performance during the course.

Students who decide to study in UK from India should be aware that there are special awards for Indian students besides the ones which individual departments may offer to those pursuing their further studies. Another important source of scholarship are the British Government sponsored awards like the Chevening Scholarship, Commonwealth Scholarship, DFID scholarship. These are extremely competitive and the deadlines are much in advance of the session.

Student Name	Scholarship Amount	Program	University
Himaja Kameswari   Tallapragada	17,500.001 GBP	Molecular Genetics   and  Diagnostics	The University of     Nottingham
Chandrika Dhariwal	13000 GBP	MA Advertising	Bournemouth University
Shruti Gupta	1820 GBP and Stipend 13726    per year	PhD EEE	University of Southampton
Saylee Jangam	9000 GBP	BSc Bioengineering	University of Sheffield
Nikhil Gurav	8750 GBP	MSc IT	University of Nottingham
Yash Gupta	6500 GBP	MSc Molecular biology   with biotechnology	Bangor University
Shaivya Ramani	6450 GBP	BA International   Relations	University of East Anglia
Sahebjot Kaur Dhindsa	6000 GBP	MSc Hospitality and   Tourism Management	Bournemouth University
Aastha Dawer	5000 GBP	BA (Hons) Fashion   communication and   promotion	Nottingham Trent   University
Pranav Arneja	5000 GBP	MSc Finance and   Investment	University of Edinburg
Kohinoor Darda	5000 GBP	MSc in Foundations of   Clinical Psychology	Bangor University
Garima Chauchan	5000 GBP	MSc Astrophysics	University of Glasgow
Juhi Parmar	5000 GBP	MSc Foundations of   Clinical Psychology	Bangor University
Nikita Mann	5000 GBP	MSc Management	University of Edinburg
Siddhant Shah	3430 GBP	MA Heritage   Management	University of Kent
Rasika Tamhane	3000 GBP	MSc in Construction   Management	University of Salford
Ajay Pekhale	3000 GBP	MSc Business   Analytics and   Management Science	University of Southampton
Akshat Koradia	3000 GBP	MSc Management	Sussex University
Vineeth Rajan	2000 GBP	MSc Structural   Engineering	University of Sheffield
Mohammed Aslam	1500 GBP	MSc Project   Management	University of Sunderland

Intakes:

The main intake to study in UK is Sep/Oct. Few universities offer Jan/Feb intakes as well.

English Language Requirements: The minimum score for IELTS is 6.5 for PG courses and 6.0 for UG Studies.

Some Universities take into consideration the marks scored in English in XII. If students have scored upto 75%, some universities waive off the English requirement.

*Please note TOEFL and PTE are accepted by selected UK Universities.

Entry Requirements / Eligibility:

Undergraduate: Most ranked Universities require 80-85% for Engineering, Law and Management. Some Universities with high ranking for specific subjects might also require a minimum of 90%. IB : 38-40 points and A levels -AAA preferred.

Entry requirements for Humanities, Arts, Social Science & Computer Science is 70-80%

Students who wish to study in UK from India but have scored lower than 60% in XII have the option to choose Foundation and Diploma courses which help them get into better ranked Universities.

Students pursuing UG studies should have completed 18 years of age before commencing a degree program.

Postgraduate: Most Universities prefer an overall of 60% marks in the UG degree, whilst some also require 70-75% min for a Master's course.

Some Universities will accept 50-60%, any additional qualification or work experience also helps.

Students with a low percentages can apply for a Pre-Masters course.

The duration of work experience required for an MBA program is from 0-4 years. Many Universities accept students without work experience as well.

Most AMBA accredited University requirements will include GMAT + 25 years of age + minimum 3 years of full time work experience after graduation. Moreover, at least 1 year of Senior level Management experience is preferred.

Sandwich and Foundation Programs

Sandwich programs are a combination of periods of study and time spent in the industry. So, the course duration extends to 4 years instead of the usual 3 years.

Documents: To study in UK, students are required to have attested copies of mark sheets of Std X, XII, and all the 3 /4 / 5 years of the Bachelor's degree. Edwise counselors can attest these for you, on sighting the originals.

At least 2 Academic reference letters are required from professors who have taught you most recently. One reference in case of UG application on the UCAS application form itself.

If you have work experience then at least one work recommendation from the employer who knows you well.

Statement of Purpose.

Curriculum Vitae / Resume.

Photocopied score reports of GMAT/IELTS/TOEFL/PTE if available/required.

Portfolio (in case of students applying for Art and Design courses & Architecture programs).

Others (certificates/achievements at the State and National Level and extra curricular activities).

The Process

Applying For Undergraduate Courses: Applications are made only through UCAS (only 1 application can be made in an academic year).

It is an online application method.

One can apply to 5 different Universities on the same application form.

A fee of £ 25 is charged by UCAS to process applications and £ 20 if applying to just one University.

UCAS Deadlines:

Art and Design - 24th March

Oxford / Cambridge -15th October

Other Programs - 1st Deadline - 15th Jan : 2nd & Final Deadline - 30th June

Applying For Post Graduate Programs: Application forms are available at Edwise offices, free of cost.

One can apply to numerous Universities.

Very few Universities charge an application process fee.

Certain universities have deadlines.

As UK education consultants we advice that although, most Universities do not have deadlines, students should apply at least 6/8 months in advance (especially if applying to a popular university).

The education system in the UK gives students the freedom to combine courses and subjects from different areas of studies, so that they can tailor their degree to their own needs and interests.

The Education System in the UK is divided into four main parts, Primary education, Secondary education, Further education and Higher education. Children in the UK have to legally attend primary and secondary education which runs from about 5 years old until the student is 16 years old.

Education Chart / Information

In UK , the "O" level is equivalent to SSC, "A" levels (2 years) is equivalent to HSC, Bachelor's is for 3 years, 4 years are Sandwich programs, Master's are for 1 year and PH.D for 3 years.

• Types Of Certification
• University
• Open University
• College and Institution of Higher Education
• Open College
• College of Technology
• Teacher Training College
• Institute

Grading System

Below given is the usual Grading system in Secondary school In UK, the Alphabetical system of grading is followed i.e. From A to E

• A: Excellent/Outstanding
• B: Above Average
• C: Average
• D: Below Average
• E: Failing.

Main Grading System Used By Higher Education Institutions:

Study in UK for Indian students can be confusing due to the grading system, however below given is a comprehensive framework: In UK, the Alphabetical system of grading is followed i.e. From A to E

• A: Excellent/Outstanding
• B: Above Average
• C: Average
• D: Below Average
• E: Failing.

Other Main Grading Systems:

• Apart from the alphabetical grading system, the Numerical system is also used in UK.
• Types of degrees
• Types of taught courses
• Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas (PGCert; PGDip)
• Master (MA; MSc)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Types of research degrees
• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
• Master of Research (MRes)
• Professional / Taught Doctorates (DEng, DMus, DEd, DBA, DClinPsych)
• New Route Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD)
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD or DPhil)
• Bachelor Degrees
• Foundation Degrees
• Higher National Diplomas Higher National Certificates Diplomas of Higher Education Foundation courses, Foundation years or Access/Bridging courses

A Student visa to study in UK is relatively easy to obtain. The process is further simplified by introducing the PBS (Point Based System) wherein you need to achieve 40 points to become eligible to get the Student Visa.

It is imperative to have a CAS certificate that is issued by a licensed sponsor in the prescribed format to get 30 points and 10 points for maintenance. The normal length of the visa will be the full length of the course plus another 1 to 4 months depending upon the length of the program.

UK Visa Process

Step 1 : Online Application

Step 2 : Visa Appointment

Step 3 : Visa Processing Time

Step 4 : Completing The Application Process

Step 5 : Documents delivery

Step 6 : Submitting your biometric information.

Step 7 : After submission

As UK education consultants here are a few Frequently Asked Questions we receive:

Are there any benefits offered to international students when they decide to study in UK? International students receive two main benefits:

NHS (National Health Service) : All international students who study in UK for a period of 6 months or more qualify for Health Care. There is nominal charge for the same which a student pays at the time of Visa application.

National Union Of Students : Loads of discounts are negotiated on behalf of their student members on things like books, stationery, food, clothes, travel and entertainment. All students are entitled to free NUS membership.

Will I get a refund if my visa is refused ?

If your visa is refused and you have paid a deposit to your institution for tuition fees, then you will receive a refund of the deposit when you send the institution a copy of your visa refusal letter from the High Commission. A few institutions deduct a small amount usually no more than £ 100 for administrative charges.

How can I finance my studies in the UK?

As compared to the cost of studying in India, going abroad can seem to be steeply expensive. However, one must keep the possible returns in mind which are in the form of quality education, international exposure and the boost received to one's career ,when evaluating the costs of studying abroad. Study in UK for Indian students can be sourced through family funds, bank loans, scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships etc. Students can also utilize bank loans, savings accounts and fixed deposits maintained for a period of 28 days. Most nationalized banks offer student loans at competitive rates for considerable time periods, which may enable a larger section of students to study abroad. However, they will ask for collateral security to be pledged. You can even consider the possibility of an international bank loan. Kindly ask your Edwise counselor for further details.

Should I pay a deposit ?

Some universities require the students to pay part of their tuition fees in advance, in order to reserve a place for them in the university. As UK education consultants, we recommend that all students should make a deposit payment as it facilitates in getting a student visa.

How are the Universities in UK rated?

British Universities do not have a formal ranking system, but the government does take the responsibility to monitor and control the quality of education provided by each university through the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education. The Government conducts a Research Assessment Exercise once every 5 yrs,which determines the level of research activity in a university department. The departments are graded as high as 5* and as low as 1. General League Tables prepared by newspapers like the Sunday Times and Financial Times can also be checked.

As a student who has decided to study in UK from India, how do I work out the cost of education ?

The cost of education consists of tuition fee for the first twelve months and food and maintenance for the first nine months @ GBP 1015 -/ GBP 1265 per month (as the case may be) irrespective of the length of your program. If the program is less than 9 months, you can calculate proportionately.