UK

The course fee at most UK universities or institutes is relatively affordable compared to many other countries. Tuition fee may be different from institute to institute and may depend on the type of qualification and university or institute you opt for. Below we have outlined the approximate range of annual tuition fees:

Diploma / Advance Diplomas	£ 8000 to 14000 per year
Undergraduate	£ 10,000 to 17,000 per year
Masters	£ 10,000 to 20000 per year
MBA	£ 19000 to 21000 per year
Doctoral & Phd	£ 13000 to 30000 per year
Research Degrees (PhD, MPhil, DPhil) (Level 8)	2 to 4 years

Apart from the above Living Expenses in UK are:

• For Indian students staying in London, an average of £1,265 per month is required as living expenses according to UKVI
• For Indian students staying in other parts of the UK require a minimum of £1,015 per month as living expenses

Annual living costs for Indian students in the UK may therefore come up to £12,000 - £15,000 in addition to their tuition fees

Yes, the Indian 10+2+3 system is accepted by all institutes as entry into any post graduate (PG) programs.

The following English language tests are commonly accepted for entry into degree-level courses:

• International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Internet-Based Test (IBT)
• Trinity College's Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)
• Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
• English Language GCSE, A-level or IB

What is CAS ? CAS stands for Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies and is an electronic document that your institute/university issues when you accept the offer and fee is paid. The CAS is stored on the database that UK Home Office can see. UK student visa regulations require that the institute/university sponsor your application for student visa and CAS will confirm this. This is a very important document if you are planning to study in UK.

Yes , international students with a student visa are allowed to work while studying in the UK. The number of hours a student is allowed to work will depend on the level of the education they’re pursuing. This allows to learn new skills and earn money while studying. Students studying at degree level and above (Bachelors or PG Masters) can work for a maximum of 20 hours in any given week. If they are studying below degree level, they may work up to 10 hours in a given week. During vacation period or holiday breaks students are allowed to work full-time.

There are lots of options available to international students who want to stay and work in the UK after completion of their studies. From summer 2021, The Graduate Route will be available to international students who have a valid student visa at the time of application and have successfully completed a degree at undergraduate level or above at a Higher Education Provider with a track record of compliance. Students successfully completed an undergraduate or master’s degree. on this route will be able to stay and work, or look for work, in the UK at any skill level for a maximum period of two years (24 months) , for PhD graduates will be able to stay for three years. Graduates will be able to switch into skilled work once they have found a suitable job. For more details Graduate Route

In addition to the above Students with a UK Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or another postgraduate qualification may apply for the Skilled General Work Visa if they have been offered a skilled job in the UK by a licensed employer. For more details Skilled Worker Visa

There are many scholarships available to Indian students wanting to study in the UK given by UK government, private non profit organisations and the universities. Mostly these scholarships are merit based and the amount available can vary. Certain research programs may provide up to 100% of the tuition fee waiver besides covering a part of your living expenditures. In addition almost all UK universities and colleges have their own list of scholarships for Indian students. You may experience lot of competition when you apply for government scholarships in comparison to the university scholarships. Here is the list of some popular government scholarship programs you can apply to study in the UK as an Indian student:

• Chevening Scholarship - Click Here
• Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship - Click Here
• GREAT Scholarships - Click Here
• Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships (CWIT) - Click Here
• Scotland Saltire Scholarships - Click Here