Why study in the UK?

The UK higher education is among the best in the world and consistently performs well in world rankings. In the Times Higher Education World Rankings 2018, UK universities have: 

• 3 in the top 10 (with University of Oxford and University of Cambridge being the top 2 universities in the world).
• 7 in the top 50.

• The UK has a global reputation for quality assured education. All universities and colleges in the UK are held to strict standards by the UK government so you know you are getting the best teaching, support and resources available.
• The UK government publishes lists of officially recognised universities and colleges so you can be sure that the one you choose has passed all the tests for quality assurance. See the full list of universities or colleges that can award degrees (known as 'recognised bodies').
• You will also have access to the latest facilities due to the UK’s reputation for world-class research. The UK leads the world in quality research having overtaken the US to rank first by field-weighted citation impact - an indicator of research quality International Comparative Performance of the UK Research Base, Department of Business, Innovation and Skills
• Some universities or colleges are called ‘listed bodies’. These can offer courses that can lead to a degree from a recognised body. This means you can study here, but a recognised body will set and examine your final examinations or coursework. See all ‘listed bodies’. 

The Register of Regulated Qualifications contains details of Recognised Awarding Organisations and Regulated Qualifications in England (Ofqual), Wales (Welsh Government) and Northern Ireland (Ofqual for vocational qualifications and CCEA Accreditation for all other qualifications). For Scottish qualifications, please visit the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework website.

• The UK teaching system is designed to encourage you to ask questions, debate and come up with your own ideas.
• UK universities and colleges combine practical learning with lectures and seminars and embrace innovative teaching methods and high-tech learning environments.
• There is a wide range of opportunities to gain practical experience. Many courses have options for work placements and internships that count towards your degree. Many offer the chance to gain professional accreditation too.

• One of the best things about UK higher education is the chance to really pursue your interests.
• There are a wide range of courses on offer, from the traditional to the cutting-edge, from Computer Games Development to Entrepreneurship. Find the right course for you.
• Many courses also include ‘modules’. These are different options that allow you to choose from a range of subjects within your course to build a programme that suits you.

USEFUL LINKS: 

On the UK government website, you can see a summary of the UK’s qualification levels and what they mean.  UK NARIC offers a paid service giving information on how overseas qualifications compare to UK qualifications.