Study in the UK- 9 amazing factors must know

When you are planning for study in the UK, there is a lot of question has come to your mind.

In this article, you will get some vital information about whether you have to choose this country, for your studies, or not.

The following topics are included in this article.

1. Why study in the UK?
2. Tuition Cost in the UK
3. Living Cost in the UK
4. Requirements of Documents
5. Part-Time Jobs in the UK
6. Scholarships in the UK
7. Visa Processes in the UK
8. Job Scenario in the UK
9. Top Universities in the UK
10. Conclusion
11. FAQs

Why study in the UK?

• While selecting a foreign country for studies, United Kingdom (UK) is one of the most preferred countries for students.
• It is a second-best English-speaking country after the USA.
• It is famous for its world-class education and excellent facilities.
• You are allowed to choose your courses from more than 150 universities.
• The cost of tuition in this country is affordable compared to a country like America.
• This country attracts over 600 thousand students every year for distinct courses.
• The United Kingdom is divided into four countries.
  1. England
  2. Scotland
  3. Northern Ireland
  4. Wales
• Also, you can travel in these countries through various modes of transportation like an airplane, bus, train or by car without any requirements of documents.

Tuition cost in the UK

• In the United Kingdom, the cost of tuition varies from universities to universities.
• Students of this country and any other European country have to pay up to £9,250 per year.
• Students except Europe tend to pay between £5000 to £40000 as per their course demand.
• Note – you can check the courses as well as tuition in the individual college websites.
• More Importantly, If you choose courses like MBA or Medicine than you have to pay higher fees to compare to other courses.
• If you are an international student, the undergraduate applicant, and not from the EU, you have to pay between £10,000 to £38,000.
• In another scenario, if you are an international student, the post-graduate applicant, and not from the EU, you have to pay between £11,000 to £32,000

Living cost in the UK

• The cost of living in this country depends on several factors such as; location, city, personal belongings, and many other things.
• Usually, living in a city like London tends to have more cost compared to living in a city like Cardiff.
• The following are the various sector, where students have to invest in their accommodation.

• You can save your transportation costs up to 30 percent from buying OYSTER Card from any official office in the UK.
• Generally, in this country cost of living is more than countries like Canada, Germany, New Zealand, and many other countries.

Requirement of Documents in the UK

• The following Documents are required while applying to a UK university.
  • Valid Passport copies
  • Attested copies of High school Mark sheet (Only for the under-graduate applicant)
  • Academic Transcripts (Only for the postgraduate applicant)
  • Undergraduate Degree (if available)
  • The score of English Proficiency Exam,
    • IELTS- The minimum score required to enroll in a decent university is 6.0 Bands in all Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking section.
    • The validity of this score is about two years.
    • This exam score is required if the applicant has a desire to get a Permanent Residence Card in the future.
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • Letter of Recommendation (min. 2 letters required)            
  • Portfolio (only for arts and design-oriented student)
  • Certificate achieved in Co-curricular activity (if available)
  • Proof of funds (Students have to submit advance one-year living cost in    their bank account)
  • Work experience letter (if available)
  • Health Insurance letter

Part-Time Jobs in the UK

• In abroad studies, you have to invest a huge amount of money. And with the help of part-time jobs, you can earn some penny which you can add in your fund.
• Students on TIER- 4 visas can work 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during vacations or summer breaks.
• In this country, a part-time employee has the same right as a full-time employee.
• As per the United Kingdom’s official National Minimum Wages (NMW) guideline, a person between 18 to 20 years get at least £6.45 per hour; Above 21 are eligible for at least £8.20 per hour.
• A National Insurance number which ensures all tax and national insurance is required to work part-time.
• There is a wide range of part-time jobs available for students, which are categorized as follow:

1. ON CAMPUS JOBS:

• These jobs demand approval of the administration of college or university.
• This has to job on the campus of the college, which includes the following type of work.
  • Student Assistant-ship
  • Research Assistant-ship
  • Tutor

2. OFF CAMPUS JOBS:

• In this type, you do not worry about approval from college; you are allowed to work with your Visa.
• The following are the off-campus jobs.
  • At the retail store
  • At a restaurant
  • Hospitality
  • Industry-related to your course
  • Baby seating

Scholarship in the UK

• You require a large amount of money for your tuition, living, and many other expenses.
• You can reduce these costs with the help of Scholarship and Fellowship.
• Scholarship can be offered by the government, individual universities, independent organizations, and variable charities.                                                       
• The following are a few scholarships given by the Government.
  • Chevening Scholarships– One-year master program scholarship for outstanding students, around the world, with leadership potential.
  • Marshall Scholarships – only for high achieving students from the USA.
  • Commonwealth Scholarship – Available for citizens of developing commonwealth countries.
• Some Universities also provide various scholarship for the students of their institution, such as,
  • Gates Cambridge Scholarship
  • Clarendon Scholarships at University of Oxford (UK)
  • Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships
  • University of Sussex Chancellor’s International Scholarships
  • Bristol University Think Big Scholarships
  • University of West England Chancellor’s Scholarships
  • Warwick Chancellor’s International Scholarships
  • Developing Solutions Scholarships at University of Nottingham

Visa Process for the UK

• If you are planning for studying a short time then you are eligible for a Short-term Study Visa which is valid for up to six months and can be extended for eleven months.
• The coat of this Short-term Study Visa is around £97.
• If you want to study more than six months then you must have to apply for a TIER-4 visa.
• A person who is above sixteen years of age is eligible for TIER-4 General Study Visa.
• The cost of TIER-4 General Study Visa is £348
• Following Documents required for Visa processes.
  • Valid Passport (Min. 6 months of validity)
  • A letter of acceptance from Institution
  • Proof of Funds
  • Visa Fees payment Receipt
  • Scores of tests, such as IELTS, GRE, GMAT (any of the institution demands)
  • Original Mark sheets (applicable of undergraduate)
  • Academic Transcripts (applicable of postgraduate)
  • 8. Degree Certificate (if available)

#Post-Study Visa

• TIER-4 General Study Visa is valid until the completion of the course.
• After completion of the course, if you want to work in this country then you have to apply for TIER-2 Visa which is meant for a Highly Skilled person.
• For a work permit, you need to apply for a work visa separately.

Job Scenario in the UK

• There are a plethora of jobs available in the United Kingdom’s (UK) market.
• Also, the median starting salaries of a fresh graduate student is about £30,000 annum in the last few years.
• The following are some job areas with its average base salaries.

• You have an opportunity to work in reputed companies like,
  • Amazon
  • JP Morgan Chase & co.
  • GSK
  • Bupa
  • Goldman Sachs
  • Barclays
  • JLL
  • Sainsbury’s
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Associated Food Service
  • Travis Perkins

Top Universities in the UK

• There are a total of 169 universities available in these countries.
• The following are the top 10 universities in these countries.

Conclusion

To sum up, I hope you understood the important factors of the study in the UK. If you have any doubts regarding this, you can always ask questions in the comment section

FAQs

Vatsal Chitaliya