UK has traditionally been a favourite destination for study. There is a choice from over 100 universities and several colleges & other recognised institutions. There is plenty of choice in programmes and subjects. The mode of application for undergraduate courses is usually through the UCAS (Universities & Colleges Admission Service). It is dedicated to assisting and processing student applications to degree courses. Online application, through www.ucas.ac.uk  is also possible. For postgraduate courses, students have to apply directly to the institution.

Cost and Fee

The cost of education varies. Scholarships are available for postgraduate programmes. The average fees for undergraduate studies is Pounds 8,130 p.a for Science, Pounds 15,600 p.a. for medicine and Pounds 6,210 p.a. for others.

The average fees for postgraduate studies is Pounds 8,200 p.a for Science, Pounds 15,450 p.a. for Medicine and Pounds 6,303 p.a. for others.

The cost of living again depends on the city or town with average expenses being in the range of Pounds 3,400 - Pounds 7,000 p.a. Accommodation facilities can be had either on-campus (halls of residence) or off-campus. Part time employment, a student can work up to 20 hours a week part time, during academic session and full time during vacation.

On campus work can also be arranged. Some programmes are called sandwich courses which allow the student to spend separate placements away from university which amounts to one year. The biggest advantage of such courses being practical training, earning potential and gaining of valuable experience during course of study. Academic Session:

Undergraduate Degree programs	Postgraduate Degree programs
Agriculture, Environmental Sciences & Forestry Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Science, Electronics & Mathematics Ocean Sciences Business, Finance, Marketing & Management Education Health Studies History Leisure, Tourism & Heritage Literature, Linguistics, Creative Writing & Film Modern Languages Music Psychology Social Sciences Sports Sciences Theology and Religious Studies	Agriculture, Environmental Sciences & Forestry Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Science, Electronics & Mathematics Ocean Sciences Business, Finance, Marketing & Management Education Health Studies History Leisure, Tourism & Heritage Literature, Linguistics, Creative Writing & Film Modern Languages Music Psychology Social Sciences Sports Sciences Theology and Religious Studies

CHOICE OF INSTITUTION:

Recognition and Accreditation

Establishment

Location

Strengths and Research Excellence

Facilities : Library, Laboratory

ACCOMMODATION:

On and Off Campus

Govt. / Private / Council

CHOICE OF COUNTRY:

Lifestyles and Standards
Cultural and Social Envi

CHOICE OF COURSE:

Types of Courses
Professional Recognition
Honors vs General
Majors / Modules / Syllabus
Admissions Requirements
Duration of Course