Your home country plays a crucial role in your life and is an ideal destination to continue your studies and pursue higher education. But if you want to broaden your horizons and gain global exposure, you must explore the UK as a study-abroad destination. The excellent educational infrastructure, top-notch distinguished teaching methodology, quality research, rich heritage and diverse culture of the UK make it an amazing place to study.
Learn more about the benefits of studying abroad in the UK below, and if you would like to apply, contact SI-UK India today for a free consultation on your future.
Studying in the UK vs Studying in India
Here are the advantages and opportunities the UK has over your home country for studying for a degree.
1. Internationally Recognised Universities
UK higher education and qualifications have a remarkable international reputation, and the UK degree is globally accepted by international universities, top employers and government bodies, creating many chances to get placed with leading companies.
Universities such as the University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, University College London and University of St Andrews have global reputations for excellence that few global institutions match.
2. Quality Education
Many countries like to follow the UK’s education system, as its quality is considered as the best in the world. QAA regularly inspects UK universities to assess the standards of teaching, learning, and research to ensure that set benchmarks are met. The Indian education system is also based on that of the UK.
3. Opportunities offered by the UK Education System
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A wide choice in selecting your field of study and institution
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The shorter duration of courses in the UK helps reduce tuition and accommodation costs
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The English language support helps you develop excellent language skills, which has crucial importance in the global digital arena and increases one's chances of employment
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Promoting close student-teacher interaction with a provision of combining different subjects into a single course
4. Unique Culture
The unrivalled cultural diversity of life in the UK gives you the chance to experience a multicultural environment, meet fellow international students and develop a range of desirable skills that are necessary to be part of today's global workforce.
5. Post-study Work Visa
Along with your studies, you can work in a part-time job, internship or placement and develop valuable skills that will be added to your CV. Your university may assist in providing placement after your studies. Also, you are eligible to stay in the UK for 2 years after completing your degree under the new Graduate Immigration Route.
6. Scholarships and Financial Support
Most UK universities offer merit-based scholarship programmes and funding opportunities to international students to support their studies and cost of living. To apply, you must first gain acceptance to the course of study.
7. Strong Research Infrastructure
30% of UK university research is classified as 'world-leading' and 46% as 'internationally excellent' by the Research Excellence Framework (REF).
8. Support System
The UK government welcomes international students' lacs with open arms every year. Besides organising parties, conducting events, planning activities and outings, international student societies help in the rough days by advising you on personal problems and assisting you as you fit in.
9. UK Student Visa
To study in the UK, a student needs a Student visa. It is quite easy to obtain, and the process is simpler, more transparent and user-friendly for international students who have received an offer/CAS and can show the required funding available.
Study in the UK
Do you want to join the thousands of international and Indian students currently studying in the UK? Contact SI-UK today for a free consultation on your academic future.
FAQs
To acquire a student visa, Indian students must show a minimum of 12 to 15 lakhs in their bank account. The funding must support their stay in the UK for their entire course duration.
The cost of studying in the UK for Indian students is between 16 lakhs and 22 lakhs per year.
When you are applying to a UK university, you must complete an English proficiency test along with a statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, passport and other ID proof, bank statements to provide proof of financial funds, an offer letter, and a student visa.
Students who have scored more than 70% in English at their 10+2 level examination can study in the UK without IELTS.
You must show a negative TB test report to get a UK student visa. Apart from TB, you also need to show test reports for STDs and other contagious diseases.
If you have a study gap of fewer than two years, you can apply to study at a UK university. However, if the gap is over two years, you will need to check with the universities, as only a handful of universities accept students with a study gap of more than two years.
I sincerely thank SI-UK for getting me accepted to UCL. The MSc in Urban Development and Planning is extremely competitive, but the right guidance provided by SI-UK made my dream of studying at University College London a reality. The services were exceptional from beginning to end. 
