Why Study in the United Kingdom (UK)?

• Made up of four countries- England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom is a very popular study destination for Indian students.
• The UK has more than 100 universities and around 165 higher education institutions including universities and colleges.
• With ancient and traditional universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, University College London to modern universities, the UK offers something for every students in a variety of subject areas.
• Taught Master courses are only for 1 year. You do not need 16 years of education to pursue a Masters degree in most subjects.
• Most undergraduate (bachelors) degrees are for 3 years in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
• Scotland has some excellent universities, a different education system than the rest of the UK and a 4 year undergraduate degree.

Post-Study Work

• The current Post-Study Work route has closed from April 2012.
• Those graduating from a UK university with a recognised degree, PGCE, or PGDE will be able to switch into Tier 2.
• There will not be a limit on these switchers.
• They will only be able to switch if they are in the UK, before their student visa expires.
• The normal Tier 2 requirements will apply, except for the Resident Labour Market Test.
• We will ensure that genuine student entrepreneurs with a great idea are able to stay on in the UK to develop their business proposition.