London is not the only place in the UK for international students!

(Last updated in June 2022)

We know you have been dreaming of studying in London because of its rich academic history. Every year almost 100,000 international students choose London as their dream study abroad destination. Indian students make up the largest group of international students in the UK, second only to China.

Check out our article to find out the universities that are popular among Indian students.

Let me ask you a question: Why do YOU choose London every time as your dream city to study abroad? You would probably say – ‘it has options for every fun activity for a college-goer – pubs, restaurants, cinema theatres, clubs, museums and many more’. Yes, London is famous for all these, along with its rich cultural and academic history.

But, have you ever considered other student cities in the UK? There are many places in the UK which will give you more than what a London city life can offer you. After all, the UK is not restricted to just London!

We are here to break your bubble. You may not like certain things about London, and when you discover that, it might be already late!

Well, what are those? 

Mind your dress code!

When all you want is to roam around in your relaxed pyjamas at night and enjoy the city life, London expects something else. Londoners dress presentably at all times! If you do not want to stand out, you might have to do away with your flip-flops and jammies while in public.

Patience in your pocket!

Needless to say, transport is way too expensive and unpredictable at times in London. You may end up going in late for your classes.

Well, here’s a list of some cheap cities to live in the UK.

Overpopulated

Yes, it is. Too many diversities = too many people. If you are a lover of silence, then London is not for you!

HUUUUGE!

Giant buildings dominate every inch of the city. If you are a lover of greener land, then definitely you will be bored living in London, devoid of activities that you like to indulge in.

Booked out!

While there are over 500 pubs and restaurants, you will find it hard to get a place in any of those.

When all you want is to go on a date somewhere or beat the stress before exams by having a drink or two, you get to hear –‘we are booked out’!

Now let us talk about the study abroad destinations, far away from the hustle and bustle of London:

9. Yorkshire

If Kerala is ‘God’s own country’ in India, it is Yorkshire in England which is famous for its picturesque locations.

Popular universities in Yorkshire include:

• The University of Sheffield
• The University of York
• The University of Huddersfield

8. Swansea

The sheer beauty of the Welsh beach draws your attention.  If you are interested to learn about Welsh culture, Swansea is an ideal place for you.

• The Swansea University is a popular choice among international students
• The University of Wales Trinity Saint David

7. Nottingham

Nottingham is sheer beauty with castles and historic towers all around. Popular universities in Nottingham include:

• The University of Nottingham
• Nottingham Trent University

The University of Nottingham is one of the top 150 universities in the world as per the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022.

6. Manchester

One of the biggest cities in the heart of England. Manchester is the first industrial city and home to various historic architectural beauties. Popular universities in Manchester include:

• The University of Manchester
• Manchester Metropolitan University
• Victoria University, Manchester

5. Leeds

Leeds gives you the opportunity to explore the rest of the Europe and UK. Known for its cutting-edge research opportunities and top-notch colleges and universities, Leeds is a sure gateway for international students to their dreams. Popular universities in Leeds include:

• The University of Leeds
• Leeds Becket University
• Leeds Trinity University
• Leeds Arts University

4. Hertfordshire

Located in Southern England, Hertfordshire is the perfect place to view country estates and cathedral cities.

• The University of Hertfordshire is one of the top-most public research institutions.

3. Edinburgh

Edinburgh is home to ‘Dolly’− the first cloned animal. Edinburgh is a true beauty, with over 4,500 historic buildings. Popular universities in Edinburgh include:

• The University of Edinburgh
• Heriot-Watt University
• Edinburgh Napier University

2. Belfast

The largest city in Northern Ireland, Belfast is known for its rich history and popular film locations. Belfast is a scenic beauty and has everything to offer international students.

• Queen’s University Belfast
• Belfast Metropolitan College

1. Bath

Located in South West England, Bath is a small, beautiful city known for its rich history. One-time residence of Jane Austen, Bath is surely a strong contender to many other beautiful cities. Institutions you should check out in Bath include:

• The University of Bath
• Bath College

Well, we hope you got a gist of the different student cities in the UK. If you are looking for more options, why don’t you check out the cities that were picked by QS as the best student cities in the UK for international students in 2022? You can always reach out to our counsellors for more information. Just fill out the form on this page and our experts will be in touch with you in no time.