Study Abroad

Study in UK

The United Kingdom (UK) is home to some of the world’s oldest universities and colleges having their roots in the 12th and 13th centuries. Coming from such a strong legacy, education in the UK has become a benchmark for other countries.

Why Study in the UK?

Discover why Bangladeshi students choose the UK as a top study destination.

Here’s why the UK is a top choice for international students:

Student-Friendly Cities: The UK boasts some of the world’s best student cities, with London ranked #1 in the QS Best Student Cities 2024. In fact, 8 of the top 50 and 15 of the top 100 student cities are in the UK.
Popular Among International Students: Over 679,970 international students from around the globe are currently studying in the UK.
World-Renowned Universities: The UK is home to some of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. According to the QS World University Rankings 2024, 4 of the top 10 and 8 of the top 50 universities globally are located in the UK.
Attractive Scholarships: UK universities offer a variety of scholarships to qualified students, making education more accessible.”

Programs and their duration in The UK

Here are the programs that the UK universities offer:

Qualification	Duration	Graduate Immigration Route (GIR)
Degrees (Such as BA, B.Sc., BEng)	3 years	2 years
Sandwich degrees	4 years including one year in the industry	2 years
Tauch masters (such as MA, M.Sc., LLM, MBA, MREs)	1 year	2 years
Research masters (such as MPhil, PhD, Dphil)	1-2 years	3 years

Cost of living in The UK

The cost of living in the UK is approximately GBP 1,334 per month for up to 9 months within London. Outside of London, it averages around GBP 1,023 per month for the same duration.

Academic Intake to study in the UK

Colleges and universities in the UK offer three intakes. Intakes may also be referred to as terms in some institutions. The three intakes available in the UK are:

Intakes	Start date
Summer Intake	May-June
Autumn Intake	September-October
Spring Intake	January-February

Top universities in the UK

Here are the top universities for higher education in the UK:

S.No.	Institution	QS Ranking 2024 (Globally)
1	University of Oxford	3
2	University of Cambridge	2
3	Imperial College London	6
4	UCL (University College London)	9
5	The University of Edinburgh	22
6	The University of Manchester	32
7	King’s College London	40
8	London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)	45
9	University of Bristol	55
10	The University of Warwick	67

Easy Application Process

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question: Can I work part-time during my studies in the UK?

Answer: Yes, you can work part-time. As per the mandate, you can work usually around 10 or 20 hours per week, as per what is mentioned in your visa.

Question: How much will I spend while studying in the UK?

Answer: The cost of living varies by location, with London being more expensive than other parts of the UK. Your budget should be around £7,300 to £15,400 annually for living costs, depending on your location. Also, rent tends to be cheaper outside London, and the overall cost of living is relatively lower in cities in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

Question : Can I study in the UK without IELTS?

Answer: Yes, some universities in the UK accept students based on their English marks in the 12th standard or based on a Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate, allowing for admission without IELTS in certain cases. But you will have to check with the university for the same.

Question 4: What is a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), and why is it important?

Answer: A CAS is essential for applying for a UK student visa, indicating an unconditional offer from a university. It includes a unique reference number that must be included in your visa application, used by visa officers to verify the offer from the university