Why Study in the UK?

Choosing the UK as the next step in your educational journey is quite exciting as you get to experience culture, diversity, freedom and creativity, whilst all these factors are uniquely inclusive in the following universities. When looking for work in the future, obtaining degrees and qualifications from UK higher education institutions is a great selling point in your favor.

Costs of living in the UK:

The cost of education for an international student in the UK is lower compared to USA and other destinations.

The duration of your degree is compressed and generally less time consuming than other countries, which will save you time and money.You can benefit from a part time job consisting of 20 hours per week to earn you pocket money.

Gateway to Europe:

Low-cost airlines and trains operate from the UK with multiple access to Europe, within a few hours. You can enjoy your weekends/long breaks in a neighboring European country.

Middlesex University Dubai is the first overseas campus of the internationally renowned Middlesex University in London. The campus, which opened in January 2005, has over 3,000 students from over 100 nationalities and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a wide variety of subject areas.

You can now have the chance to complete a UK degree in a Dubai campus!

Rankings:

• 91st in the Times University Guide 2018
• 70th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, Middlesex University was classed as the best modern university in London for research power. 58% of research was ranked internationally excellent and Middlesex is 4th in the UK for Social Work and Social Policy.

Top courses:

• Computing
• Art&Design;
• Accounting&Finance;
• Business

Middlesex University is one of the largest universities in the UK and has a strong reputation for research amongst modern universities and their innovation in education has been rewarded with three Queen’s Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education.

Rankings:

• 91st in the Times University Guide 2018
• 70th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, Middlesex University was classed as the best modern university in London for research power. 58% of research was ranked internationally excellent and Middlesex is 4th in the UK for Social Work and Social Policy.

Top courses:

• Digital Marketing
• Computing
• Business

A forward-looking, modern university with a proud tradition as a provider of high quality education and a focus on applied research.

Students at Coventry University benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and facilities in all academic disciplines including health, design and engineering laboratories, performing arts studios and computing centres.

Located in the centre of the UK, Coventry is one of the top 5 student cities in the country! If students would prefer the study in the Capital, Coventry University also have a campus right in the heart of London’s financial district, offering a range of courses and MBA programmes in Business, Finance, Fashion and Hospitality.

Ranking:

• 12th in the Guardian University Guide 2018
• Top New University in the Complete University Guide 2018
• Top University for Student Satisfaction in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016
• Modern University of the year for three consecutive years: 2014, 2015 and 2016 (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2016)
• 95% of graduates employed or in further study (DLHE Survey 2014/15)
• GOLD in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

Top courses:

• Automotive Engineering
• Art & Design
• GOLD in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

The University of Bradford is located in West Yorkshire, in the north of England. Formed from a technical college in 1966, there are three campuses: the main campus, the School of Health and the School of Management. 11,000 students are currently enrolled at the University from over 150 countries, and Bradford is known as one of the least expensive student cities in the UK.

The University was the first in the UK to establish a Department of Peace Studies in 1973Ranking:

• 75th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 75th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

The University of Bradford has a strong reputation for research and is ranked 49th in the UK based on research funding. Allied Health, Management and Archaeological Science all performed well, while nearly 40% of Bradford’s case studies were ranked world leading and almost 90% world leading.

Top courses:

• Politics
• Business
• Physiotherapy

Aberystwyth University was founded in 1872 and was the first university in Wales and is the only university in the UK to offer every student a year’s work placement as part of their degree, leading to a better than average employability level.

Ranking

• 47th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 81st in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Aberystwyth University ranks highly for student satisfaction in the UK and was rated in the top five in the world in a recent International Student Barometer survey. The University won the award for Outstanding Contribution to Innovation and Technology at the 2013 Times Higher Education Awards. 95% of the research activity submitted by Aberystwyth University for the 2014 Research Excellence Framework is of an internationally recognised standard or higher.

Top courses:

• Politics
• Computer Science
• Biological Sciences

Brunel University London is located in Uxbridge, north-west London, and is one of the UK’s most ambitious, forward-looking universities, with a strong focus on employability after graduation. Brunel graduates currently benefit from the 13th highest starting salaries upon graduation in the UK.The campus is within walking distance of the London underground, just a short 20-minute ride into the city!

Top courses:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Business
• Art&Design

Oxford Royale Summer School (Ages 18-25)

Each summer, motivated students from across the globe join Oxford Royale Academy’s award-winning Summer Schools. Throughout the duration of their courses, participants have the opportunity to explore and discuss their chosen subjects in great detail, be taught by ORA’s experienced and passionate faculty, and to live and study in top educational institutions across the UK. In 2018, Oxford Royale Academy will be running Summer School programmes in the UK’s top three universities – the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge and Imperial College London – as well as prestigious academic centres in England and Scotland.

The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) is a constituent of the University of London specialising in the arts, humanities, languages, cultures, law and social sciences concerning Asia, Africa, the Near East and the Middle East.

SOAS counts numerous heads of state, government ministers, Supreme Court judges and a Nobel Prize laureate amongst its alumni.

Ranking

• 36th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 25th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Despite being a highly specialised institution compared to many other universities, SOAS ranks highly in UK league tables. Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, Music, which was already ranked highly, has risen to 5th  in the UK, while History of Art and Archaeology has seen a dramatic rise up the league tables, from 17th to 8th (out of 25), coming in the top five nationally.

Top courses:

• Politics
• Music
• Middle eastern Studies

Canterbury, home to the main campus, is famous throughout the world for its cathedral, its history and its beauty, and is one of the safest university cities in the country. The town of Broadstairs is the seaside creative centre, and students who study here can take inspiration from its beautiful beaches and stunning scenery.

National Student Survey, Canterbury Christ Church received its highest ever score for student satisfaction.

Ranking

• 111th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 109th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, nearly 90% Canterbury Christ Church University’s research was recognised as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally significant’.

Top courses:

• Politics and International Studies
• History
• English Language and Literature

Southampton is a vibrant and lively city just over one hour from London. There are convenient transport links to UK and European cities. The tourist towns of Winchester, Salisbury and Bournemouth are nearby, as is the New Forest and the world-famous Stoneheng.

Maritime subjects make up the University’s biggest programmes, with an internationally recognised training and research facility for shipping and offshore oil industries part of the main campus

Ranking

• 100th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 103rd in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Top courses:

• Maritime
• Media
• Business
• Shipping Operations

One of the largest cities in the UK, Cardiff features the greatest concentration of castles of any city in the world, as well as striking modern architecture like the Millennium Stadium and the Senedd.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is spread across three campuses in Wales capital city.The University is well known for art & design, which performed very well in the most recent Research Excellence Framework. A National Indoor Athletics Centre compliments Sports at Cardiff

Ranking

• 90th in the Times University Guide 2018
• 87th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Cardiff Metropolitan University has been ranked as the top new university in Wales several times in recent years. In the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, Cardiff Met was ranked as the best post-1992 university in the UK. 80% of the University’s submitted research was rated as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’.

Top courses:

• Art&Design
• Sports Science
• Business

Since 1962, Glion has set high standards for academic quality and hospitality excellence. From its legacy as a Swiss hotel school, Glion has evolved to become a premier higher education institution for the constantly-evolving hospitality industry. With campuses in both Switzerland and London, UK – two thriving hotspots for hospitality, business and beyond

As the hospitality industry continues to change, so does Glion –  programs and specializations ensure you gain the skills, industry insight and hands-on experience you need to succeed in a vast range of areas, including luxury brand management, hotel development, travel and tourism, events and finance.

Ranking

• Ranked among the worlds TOP 5 institutions according to QS ranking
• Best hospitality Management school

Top courses:

• International Hospitality Business
• International Event Management
• Luxury Brand Management

Les Roches prepares students who are committed to an international career in the hospitality and service industries for success. Its model hospitality education programs balance theory with practice, independent learning with strong faculty support and mentorship, providing a solid foundation for lifelong learning.

Les Roches prepares entrepreneurial and innovative graduates across a global network of campuses in Switzerland, Spain, the US and China.

You can alternate semesters between Glion and Le ROCHES-sister institutions.

With worldwide travel and tourism growth and the rise of the experience economy, your degree in hospitality management opens doors to endless career pathways. In this thriving, ever-expanding global industry, it is up to you where to go next.

Ranking

• Top 3 Worldwide Institutions for Employer Reputation
• Top 3 Swiss Institutions for Hospitality Management

Top courses:

• Global Hospitality Management
• International Hotel Management

Bangor University is a Welsh university that was founded in 1884 and is situated on the coast of north Wales.it has built up a strong reputation for Accounting & Finance, Sport Science and Electronic Engineering as well.Bangor is regarded as one of the cheapest university towns to live in the UK, making life much easier for a student.

Ranking

• 55th in the Times University Guide 2018
• Rated Gold in the TEF 2017

The latest National Student Survey ranks Bangor University in the UK top 15 for student satisfaction, and the best in Wales.

Top courses:

• Sports Science
• Engineering
• Accounting

Based in the east of England, Anglia Ruskin University has three modern main campuses in Chelmsford, Cambridge and Peterborough, all less than one hour away from London. Both cities have been rated in the top ten best places to live in the UK.

Many of the courses are recognised by industry and a large number are professionally accredited. Businesses regularly come back for interns, training, research and collaborative programms.

Ranking

• 72nd in the Guardian University Guide 2018
• 113th in the Times University Guide 2018

Top courses:

• Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
• Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience
• Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory

Awarded the European Capital of Culture 2008 in recognition of its rich history and cultural standing, Liverpool is a popular city with students and tourists alike. With world class architecture and more listed buildings than any city outside London, Liverpool was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2004.

Liverpool John Moores is a pioneer of multimedia teaching and has one of the UK’s most state of the art media centres. Many lectures are delivered by computer, maximizing students’ one-to-one tutorial time with their lecturers.

Ranking

• 70th in the Times University Guide 2018T

The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences was ranked world-leading and second in the UK for its research

Top courses:

• Sports Science
• Engineering
• Architecture

The University of Essex’s largest campus is based in beautiful parkland at Colchester, the UK’s oldest recorded town. The University of Essex has a further state-of-the-art campus at Southend, one the UK’s safest towns.

At Essex you’re taught by world-leading academics in a supportive and research-intensive environment.

Now’s your chance to join Nobel Prize-winners, award-winning directors, presidents, well-loved actors, astronauts, and over 75,000 other alumni who have gone on to shape the world and share their Essex spirit.

Ranking

• Ranked as 22nd in The Times Good University Guide 2018
• Top 15 in England for overall student satisfactio

Top courses:

• Social Science
• Politics
• Economics

Queen Mary, University of London is the third largest college of the University of London.It is a member of the Russell Group of research universities and has roots dating back to 1788.

Queen Mary’s main campus is in Mile End, in London’s east end. It hosts the bulk of the teaching at the University, the main library and several halls of residence. The nearby Whitechapel campus is mainly used for scientific research and medicine.

Ranking

• 43rd in the Times University Guide 2018
• 43rd in the Times University Guide 2018

Top courses:

• Law
• Healthcare
• Aerospace Engineering

The University of Surrey’s main campus is located on Stag Hill close to the centre of Guildford and adjacent to Guildford Cathedral.The landscaped grounds which surround the main campus are a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The University of Surrey also has a Professional Training placement programme. It boasts over 2,300 partners across the globe and provides opportunities for students to out their skills into practice and to experience a real working environment.

Top courses:

• Biomedical Sciences
• Electronic Engineering
• Economics

The University of Hertfordshire is located just 25 minutes by train from London in beautiful countryside north of the capital.

The University has many close links with industry, and every British Formula One team has at least one Hertfordshire

graduate and the Universities Careers and Placements Service offers graduates lifelong support on employment and career development.

Ranking

• 89th in the Times University Guide 2018
• In the latest Research Excellence Framework, 90% of submitted research was judged to be of international quality

Top courses:

• Pharmacy
• Nursing
• Psychology

Plymouth is a city on the south coast of England with a long history as a port and shipbuilding city, currently hosting the largest naval base in Western Europe.Plymouth University is one of the largest universities in the UK, with over 23,000 students, including around 2,000 international students from over 100 countries, enrolled.

Ranking:

• 86th in the Times University Guide 2018
• Plymouth University is ranked in the top 40 global modern universities according to the Times Higher Education

Top courses:

• Marine Technology
• Psychology
• Art & Design

The University of East Anglia is a campus university set across 300 acres of rolling parkland just two miles from the centre of Norwich.The University of East Anglia (UEA) is an internationally renowned university based in a campus which provides world-class academic, social and cultural facilities.With international standards of excellence in teaching and research, outstanding facilities and comprehensive support, the University of East Anglia offers a truly unrivalled study experience.

Ranking

• 13th in the Times University Guide 2018
• University of East Anglia founded the first creative writing course in the UK and is famed for its cutting edge environmental science research.

Top courses:

• MBA
• Creative Writing
• Environmental Sciences