University Study

The United Kingdom is a country that has welcomed international students from all over the world for many centuries. Each year, more than 350,000 international students come to the UK to start their full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies.

International students are attracted to the UK for many different reasons and below is an overview of some of the key reasons why international students choose the UK as their favourite study destination.

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Why study in the United Kingdom?

Academic Excellence

  • Union JackThe UK is home to one of the world’s most well respected and highly regarded education systems and many of the world’s top universities.
  • High academic standards are maintained in UK universities through continuous assessment and monitoring of research and teaching quality.
  • All UK higher education institutions are accredited and monitored by the British government.
  • Students are enjoying strong support and advice services throughout their studies.

UK Degrees Boost Your Career Prospects

  • Qualifications from UK universities are recognized and highly valued by employers around the world.
  • Teaching and learning styles used in the UK encourage independent thought and creativity in students, qualities which are highly valued by employers.
  • Studying in the UK will improve your English, a world business language, which is a crucial skill in many jobs.

Choice and Value for Money

  • The UK has over 160 higher education institutions, including 115 universities, offering a huge range of courses across the Arts, Sciences, Engineering and Business.
  • Universities range from respected academic institutions with hundreds of years of teaching experience to new, modern and cutting edge institutions.
  • Choose to study at a city centre university or a campus university set in the countryside.
  • Most courses at UK universities are shorter than similar courses offered in other countries such as the USA and Australia. Undergraduate courses usually last 3 or 4 years and most Masters courses last only 1 year. Subsequently your living expenses will be a lot lower as well which, combined with the UK's high academic standards, provides excellent value for money for international students.
  • International students that study on full-time courses that last for more than 6 months are entitled to free health care during their studies in the UK.

Life in the UK

The Student Experience

  • Join a community of over 2 million students in the UK.
  • Student Unions are run by students for students in most UK universities. They offer subsidized bars, cafes, restaurants, entertainment and sports facilities and the Student Unions are a unique feature of UK education.
  • Enjoy student discounts in shops, bars, restaurants and get discounts when travelling on public transport in most UK student cities.
  • Try something new and make friends by joining one of the hundreds of student clubs and societies available at UK universities.
  • Student support services offer help and advice on issues such as housing, fees and settling in to life in the UK, so you are never alone.

UK Culture

  • Experience the vibrant and diverse culture of the UK, with different traditions, customs and languages.
  • Visit one of the many world-renowned tourist attractions and cutting edge culture of places such as London; enjoy historic towns such as York or Durham; areas of outstanding natural beaty such as the Lake District or Scotland or visit one of the many museums, historic houses, castles and cathedrals.
  • Travel easily around Europe using one of the many low cost airlines available. Most of Europe is no more than a two-hour flight away.

Work Opportunities

  • Depending on the type of course you take and the course duration, international students can work for up to 20 hours per week during term-time next to your studies to supplement your income, and full time during university holidays.
  • Benefit from the Tier 2 Work Visa Scheme that allows international students that secure work with help of a UKBA licensed Tier 2 employer to remain in the UK to work after completion of their studies.
  • Bright innovative students may also be allowed to remain in the UK following completion of their studies if they satisfy the requirements of the UKBA's Student Entrepreneur Programme.
  • Take advantage of the Careers Services within universities which offer free advice and guidance to students to help you make the best out of the career opportunities available.

The universities we represent

Intercambio represents the following UK universities and institutions: 

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