Studying in the UK
Why Study in the UK?
1. World wide recognition of British University Degrees
British qualifications are recognised and respected around the world. Their reputation is such that , when you return home, you'll find that your British Qualification boosts your career and salary prospects. British education leads the world in the field of quality assurance and the UK is at the forefront of scientific and creative innovation. Ambitious acheivers who are seeking a superior education choose to find it in the UK as British education is constantly evolving while retaining the best of its prestigious 800 year heritage.
2. European location – closer to your Home country!
Students find Britain an attractive option as it is closer to home than any of the other well known English speaking countries. This makes it easier and cheaper to return home while carrying on with your education.
3. Shorter Degrees – 3 years!
Unlike other Higher Education offering countries the British Undergraduate degree is typically 3 years long (compared to 4/5 in other countries) and the Postgraduate degree is typically ONE year long (as compared with 2 in most other countries). You can therefore be qualified - and in employment - one or two years earlier with a British qualification.
4. Well resourced University Campuses
The IT, Library, Accommodation and extra curricular facilities that our network of universities offer are truly exceptional.
IT facilities are accessible 24 hours of the day to allow you to keep in touch with home. Accommdation facilities can be in a self catering Halls of Residence or with a host family.
(Part of BCIE's service is to offer you advice as regards to accommodation). For more information on accommodation arrangements please contact your local BCIE office.
5. Work Permits not required
Britain now has a huge advantage over America and Canada as students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week while studying and 40 hours a week while on holidays. Hence you can now cover some of your expenses while studying. For more information on working in the UK as a student please contact your local BCIE office.
6. Sandwich Courses
Some Universities offer Sandwich courses that lengthen your course by one year - but allow you to work and earn a good salary for one year out of this. contact your local BCIE office. To take advantage of these facts - BCIE, has within its network, some well established UK Universities - To find out more see the 'British Universities' page.
To get more information on any of the above areas, please contact your local BCIE office.
