Study in United Kingdom ( UK)
The United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, also referred to as the UK or Britain, is a nation in Europe that lies off the northwestern coast of the continent. England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland are included in it. The United Kingdom is a parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy. London, the country’s main metropolis and capital, is a major international financial hub with a metro population of over 14 million people. Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Liverpool, and Leeds are some further significant cities. Each of the devolved governments of Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland has a unique set of competences.
After the US, the UK is the second most popular country for international students to study. The UK has made a concerted effort to take advantage of the US’s post-9/11 visa restrictions as well as the rising demand for English language education. The top countries sending students to the UK include China, India, USA, Hong Kong, France, and Italy and so on.
The UK’s educational institutions consistently rank among the best in the world, and its degrees are respected and appreciated around the world. The UK conducts 5% of all scientific research worldwide and produces 14% of all articles that are often cited. Moreover, UK educational institutions give you the freedom of choice and let you combine your preferred academic and vocational courses. In addition you have the freedom to be creative while developing your skill sets and self-confidence thanks to the UK’s teaching and study methods.
You also have the chance to learn from some of the top academics and specialists in the world as a student, and you too get to benefit from their ongoing academic support. Last but not the least, the UK degrees often feature specialized modules and can be customized to your interests and this is the place where English originated, it is a great chance to learn the language and improve job opportunities.
Universities like Northumbria University, Greenwich University, University of East London, University of West London, etc. are popular among Nepalese students.
INTAKES:
- September Intake (September to December)
- January Intake (January to April/May)
- April Intake (April/May to July)
TUITION FEE:
If you are a Nepalese student who plans to study in the UK, the first thing you must consider is that UK education is not inexpensive at first glance and can be heavy on the pockets given the exchange rate between the Pound and Nepalese currency. However, in the long run, the overall cost of tuition is significantly lower compared to other countries because the duration of programs in the UK is shorter. At the same time, plenty of scholarships are available for international students. You can check out the university websites to identify the scholarships offered.
The cost of course varies with level, course, universities and even location. However, on average the undergraduate tuition fee can be around 10000-12000 GBP per year for most programs and that for postgraduate or master degree tuition fee starts from GBP 11,000 to up to 32,000 GBP per year for international students.
At the same time, you must show you are financially capable to stay in the UK and have enough money to pay the first-year course fees. As a student, the average cost of living in the UK is around £1000 to £1600, including the rent.
WORK WHILE STUDYING:
There can be limitations on the overall number of hours you can work as an international student. The permitted work hours should be indicated in your passport (usually up to 20 hours per week and full-time during vacations). In order to allow you to devote enough time to your studies, your university will also provide information concerning work hour restrictions.
POST STUDY WORKING VISA:
Previously, candidates having a masters or a bachelor’s degree could stay in the UK for a maximum of 4 months to look and search for a job. After the implementation of new rules by the Government of the UK, international students are now being allowed to stay in the UK for a maximum of 2 years.