The UK: Destination Guides

While most international students who come to the UK are drawn to London, not everyone is so amoured with the hustle-bustle of London life which is understandable. So below we highlight some alternative study destinations in the UK if you want to be a little different...   Manchester Manchester has a thriving arts and music scene that transcends all genres from Indie cool to high cheese – its four main theatres often stage West End musical hits, for example… if

Have you considered studying in Scotland? No? Why not? When most international students think of studying in the UK, they think of studying at Oxford or Cambridge, two of the top universities in the world; however the likelihood of gaining admission to one of these institutions is slim due to the heavy competition. Others automatically think of studying in London; yes, one of the top tourist cities in the world, but everyone heads there.   Why don’t you

Adrian Dutch , Head of International at City University, London addresses some of the key questions for students wishing to study in the UK. Start watching the clips from our Google Hangout with Adrian by clicking on the video below (the full playlist will play one after the other or you can choose a video to watch from the playlist after the video player):     ‘ The perfect application journey to a British university ’ ‘ Applying

Some of the world’s best universities, unforgettable cities, brilliant nightlife and a welcoming environment for international students. Those are just some of the reasons you might have for wanting to study abroad in the UK, but there’s actually so much more. Want to find out more about the University of Edinburgh’s essay proofreading service for students that don’t list English as their first language? Or more about the University of Sheffield’s

The UK has beaten the likes of the USA and Australia to be crowned the best study destination in the world for international student satisfaction.   The Universities UK survey of 11,362 first-year students revealed that around a fifth of international students in the UK indicated the country was the only nation they considered.   The primary alternative country considered for study by the UK’s international undergraduate students was

When most people think of Britain, they conjure images of gents in top hats, sipping tea and speaking the Queen’s English. They imagine warm pints, endless queues and people too conservative and polite to take seriously. This narrow idea of British life is damaging and prevents us from understanding what living like a Brit really means. Dispelling the following myths will no doubt make it easier for you to understand British culture, and make British friends abroad.

Scotland isn’t just the colder and steeper part of the UK, don’t you know? And it shouldn’t be lumped in as just “Even Northern England”. Scotland has its own sense of identity and national pride, along with many social activities unique to the country. So whether you've chosen to study in "Bonnie Scotland" or you fancy a weekend break while studying in England, here are a few things you can do in Scotland:  

Bristol is famous for its ‘Green Capital’ status in the United Kingdom . The city has focused on promoting the green movement extensively, which is why it was the first cycling city of the UK by having formed the National Cycle Network. If you are a person who is keen about maintaining fitness, eating healthy, breathing in a clean and green environment, you will find Bristol to be a very welcoming place. The lifestyle will allow you to get lots

We spoke to  Simon Gomes , a Graphic Design tutor at   University Centre, Doncaster . As well as the course he teaches, Simon highlights why location is important when deciding where in a country to study.   Size isn't everything While the UK may not be as large as the US or Australia, this actually benefits all visitors from abroad. Most visit a new country to immerse themselves in the culture or see particular landmarks. For