INTRODUCTION
The British higher education system is one of the oldest and most
sought-after education systems in the world. 6 of its “Ancient Universities”
have been established for more than 430 years, and Oxford and Cambridge are
over 800 years old. A significant percentage of the world’s research is done
in the UK, and its institutions are consistently ranked among the world’s
best. The UK attracts students from all over the world, and UK campuses are
some of the most culturally diverse. British undergraduate and postgraduate
degrees are recognized all over the world as a mark of excellence
The UK’s constituent countries England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
are well connected with public transport links, and the geography ranges
from the vast low-level fens of East Anglia to the mountains of the Scottish
Highlands. The temperate climate means winters are rarely harsh, and summers
are pleasantly warm.
UK Education System
EARLY YEARS EDUCATION
It includes Voluntary Pre-Schools, privately run Nurseries or Child
Minders.
PRIMARY EDUCATION
Age 5 to 12 Years & Grade 1 to 7
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Age 11 to 16 Years & Grade 8 to 10
FURTHER EDUCATION
Once a student finishes secondary education, they have the option to extend into further education to take their A-Levels, GNVQ’s, BTEC’s or other such qualifications. UK students usually plan to go to college or university to complete Further Education.
HIGHER EDUCATION
Undergraduate / Bachelor Degree [ 3 to 4 Years]
This includes First Degrees (honors and ordinary), Enhanced First Degrees,
First Degrees obtained concurrently with a Diploma.
First Degree students in Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Medicine,
interrupt their studies to complete one-year course of advanced studies in a
related topic.
Few Programs are available as Sandwich Course which are 4 Years in duration
and involves one year training at work place.
Postgraduate / Master Degree [ 1 to 2 Years]
This includes Doctorate, Masters (Research and Taught), Postgraduate
Diplomas and Certificates as well as Professional Qualifications which
usually require a First Degree as entry qualification.
VISA PROCESS
