Education in UK - Guide for Indian Students

About UK:

When you come to the UK, you get four countries in one: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Each has its own distinctive history, landscape and modern culture. And, because they're all within easy reach of one another, they're easy to explore. Discounts or special rates are generally available for students on most forms of transport. All international students staying in the UK for a period of six months or more will qualify for free healthcare through the National Healthcare Service.
There are more than three thousand educational institutions that welcome international students in the UK. You can choose from a variety of routes through the education and training system, combining different types of course according to your needs and abilities. Many courses can also be taken through distance learning in your home country. 

Importance of UK Degrees worldwide:

UK education are recognized and respected throughout the world. Your UK qualification will be a solid foundation for building your future, boosting your career and prospects for a higher salary. UK universities, colleges and schools will provide a vibrant, creative and challenging environment in which to develop your potential. Quality standards for UK institutions are among the best in the world. Universities, colleges and schools continually have to prove that their courses meet strict criteria. Many other countries are now trying to follow the example of the UK.

Like all UK education; UK postgraduate qualifications are respected and valued all over the world. A master's degree, PhD or MBA from a UK university will give you an edge over the competition. It will prove to employers that you're capable of independent thought and self-discipline, used to conducting and analyzing your own research and will let them know that you can make a real contribution to their company or organization. 
UK postgraduate study offers fantastic value for money alongside the sort of experience you can't put a price on: you'll learn to think for yourself and make your own decisions. You're not just paying for lectures and practicals: throughout your course you'll have access to fantastic libraries, state-of-the art laboratories, ultramodern computer facilities and extensive research resources.

Benefits of studying in UK:

The national air, rail, coach and bus networks will get you almost anywhere in the UK - so you won't need a car, as you might in some countries.
UK degrees can take only three years and postgraduate Master's courses only one year - compared with four years and two years in most other countries. This means you will save a great deal on both tuition fees and living costs - and you will be able to start working and earning money sooner. UK degree courses are shorter because they are more intensive, and therefore more efficient in terms of your time and money.

Education System: 12+3+2

Education system in UK is similar to that of India and Australia, since these two countries follow theirs!

Most universities require good performance at the undergraduate level, in relevant area, in order to consider admission into their Master's level programs. Most Master's programs are of 12 months duration.
MBA admission requires work experience of at least 2-3 years at the managerial level, in all decent UK universities.

English Proficiency Test:
Admission is based on individual institutions' requirements, since there are no pre-requisite tests (other than for English proficiency).
Test such as IELTS before the university will confirm your seat on the course.
The minimum scores usually required are 6.0 to 7.0 for IELTS.
For MBA programs in good universities, a good GMAT score is required, in addition to IELTS scores and work experience of 2-3 years, in addition to decent academic performance at the Bachelor's level.

Cost of Education:
For international students, universities set their own fees and they vary by subject and by institution. The average costs of tuition in various fields are:

Under Graduation (3-4yrs)	: £6,750 to £8,500 GBP p.a.
Post Graduation	: £8,000 to £10,000 GBP p.a.
MBA	: £7,500 to £13,500 GBP p.a.
Scholarships	: Up to  £2000 GBP

Environment at the Campus:
At a UK university you'll be mixing with people from all over the world, whose different backgrounds and new perspectives will add to your experience. There are around 500,000 postgraduate students in the UK and at many universities and colleges more than 30 per cent of these are international. You'll meet students from Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia, and will gain an insight into their customs and culture that will shape your view of the global economy in which you'll soon be looking to make your career.
There are currently more than 10,000 Indian students studying in UK universities and colleges. 

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