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Undergraduate study

What is it?

Undergraduate study allows you to immerse yourself for an extended period of time in a subject area of your choice. The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) ensures that UK higher education is of a standard that's respected across the world. Further details can be found on their website at www.qaa.ac.uk

Types

  • Bachelor's degree (typically 3-4 years)
  • Higher National Diploma (1-2 years)
  • Foundation Degree (1-2 years)
  • Quick facts

  • There are many opportunities for work experience and study abroad programmes.
  • Overall length of study in the UK is shorter than the United States which makes it cheaper.
  • The UK can offer over 1000 subjects (you name it, you can study it!)
  • The style of learning is progressive and forward thinking to ensure students are able to equally learn and create knowledge.
  • Bachelor's Degree

  • The most popular form of study and most commonly recognised international qualification
  • Bachelor's qualifications are highly regarded by international employers
  • You can often combine two subjects (area of study can be single, joint or combined)
  • There are many work placements, internships, and study abroad opportunities available
  • As you progress through the course there are many opportunities to specialise in a particular area of study
  • Higher National Diploma

  • Tend to be vocational courses
  • Students can progress to the 2nd year of a Bachelors degree
  • Foundation Degree

  • Typically vocational courses
  • Assist with progression into degrees that require specific technical skills/knowledge, such as art/design, hair/beauty, spa management and retail
  • Graduates can enter a Bachelors degree at 3rd year after successful completion
  • Entry requirements

  • IELTS can range from 5.5- 7.0 depending on the university and level of study
  • Completion of a high school certificate in your home country (13 years) or an International Foundation Program
  • Cost

  • Art/design courses £7,000 to £9,000 per year
  • Humanities courses £7,000 to £9,000 per year
  • Social sciences courses £7,000 to £9,000 per year
  • Science courses £7,500-£12,000 per year
  • Engineering courses £9,000-20,000 per year
  • Clinical courses £10,000 to £24,000 per year
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