UK universities are the most popular institutes, universities and colleges in the UK. Detailed descriptions of study programs, reviews, photos and videos about universities in the UK.

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Cambridge university

One of the oldest and largest English universities, the University of Cambridge was founded in 1209. Already in the 13th century. in Cambridge formed humanities, law, theology and medical faculties. From that time to this day, Cambridge has consistently ranked highest in the world university rankings, competing with Oxford for the title of the best university.

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Oxford University

The university city of Oxford, located northwest of London, has become famous for being one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the world. Of the city's 150,000 population, one in five is a student. However, the atmosphere of relaxed fun, thirst for knowledge and sincere belief in science attracts not only those who want to study to this place.

The UK education system is considered one of the best in the world - and this is not surprising: it was here that the first higher education institutions appeared, many of which function to this day. Back in the distant 12th century, two of the most famous universities in Great Britain were founded at once - Oxford and Cambridge. And already in the 15-16 centuries, universities began to open in Scotland and other regions of the country. Many of the higher educational institutions that arose in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance and are still functioning are unofficially referred to as "old universities".

In general, the British are used to dividing everything into groups and naming different categories. It's the same with universities. So, the old universities are Oxford and Cambridge in England, as well as four universities in Scotland (in Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Aberdeen and Glasgow) and one more in Ireland - Dublin. They were replaced at the very beginning of the 20th century by new universities, reorganized from colleges of applied disciplines.

Five universities in the country: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield are informally referred to as "red brick universities".

The buildings of educational buildings and academic campuses of many new universities were built of red brick - hence the name for such a distinctive feature. Initially, the name was dismissive: how can universities that have grown out of ordinary colleges compete with old universities that have built up a reputation for themselves over the centuries? New universities developed rapidly, but were perceived as "upstarts" compared to the old universities.

However, with the opening of even more new universities - in the 60s. 20th century - the term "red brick" has become a symbol of high respectability. The "old new" universities were no longer equated with upstarts, as they proved their right to exist by the high level of education of graduates. A new term appeared - “leaf glass universities” - these were the new universities to which the University of Sussex and the University of East Anglia belonged, as well as some others.

Thus, from three different temporary groupings of universities, a complete picture of higher education institutions in the UK has been formed. Today, many universities have the status of state universities, but the British do not have such a thing as free education - both local residents and foreign students have to pay. But the cost of education is fully justified - as we said above, British education is considered one of the best in the world, as it incomprehensibly combines centuries-old traditions and the most modern teaching technologies, as well as the latest equipment and high professionalism of teachers.

Anyone can enter the country's universities, but the most important requirement is an excellent knowledge of English. If you are going to enter here, you can improve the level of English in special courses - Foundation - this is something like preparatory courses. During their passage, foreign applicants, in addition to specialized training, can take an intensive language course, as well as learn more about what education in the UK is and on what conditions it is provided.

In addition to being the best universities in the world in terms of quality of education, many of them are also the most beautiful.

For example, the University of Glasgow in Scotland, established by a papal bull back in 1451, is a real Gothic castle with an abundance of towers and sharp spiers. And the most striking example of "red-brick" universities today is Royal Holloway University in London. The building of bright red brick, which has not faded with time, is stylized as the Chateau de Chambord castle in France - an architectural masterpiece of the Renaissance. Oxford University is the second oldest university in the world and the oldest university in the UK. Founded presumably in 1096, the university occupies a magnificent old complex of buildings in the town of Oxford, among which the Bodleian Library, the round rotunda of Radcliffe and Magdalen College stand out.

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The best universities in the world

• UK universities: Eton, Cambridge, London and others
• Universities in Germany: Berlin im. Humboldt, Düsseldorf Academy of Arts and others
• Universities of Ireland: Dublin, National University Galway, University of Limerick
• Universities of Italy: Bo, Bologna, Pisa, University for Foreigners in Perugia
• Universities of China: Beijing, Beida, Zhejiang University and others
• Lithuania: Vilnius University
• US Universities: Harvard, Yale, Princeton and more

Traditional European higher education includes undergraduate, graduate and doctoral studies. In universities in England, there are five undergraduate degrees: BA - Bachelor of Arts, BSc - Natural Sciences, EEng - Bachelor of Engineering, LLB - Bachelor of Laws and BM - Bachelor of Medicine. A bachelor's degree, which usually takes 3-3.5 years to obtain (in medicine up to 7 years), is a completed higher education, which makes it possible to start working.

Master's degree implies a deeper development of the specialty, in addition to the higher education already received. There are about a hundred master's programs in UK universities, which are divided into two main types - research (Research) and teaching (Taught). A master's degree, which usually takes 1 to 2 years to complete, allows you to improve your professional level and start a scientific career.

Admission conditions

British universities place high demands on applicants.
To enroll in a bachelor's degree after the 11th grade of a Russian school, you need to complete the Foundation preparatory program to make up for the missing year. A graduate of an English school provides the results of exams for university preparation programs - A-Level / IB (International Baccalaureate).

The level of language proficiency for admission to a university for a bachelor's program must be at least 6.0 points in IELTS.

You can enter a master's program with a diploma from a Russian university, which is usually recommended to be supplemented by preparation for the academic Pre-Masters program, also aimed at improving English proficiency.

Universities and specialties

UK universities offer a wide range of programs for international students, from business to multimedia. IQ Consultancy specialists will help you find out all the details of studying at a particular university for a specific program and make a choice.

Language of instruction

Where else to learn English if not in its historical homeland? A perfect British accent will be a nice addition to academic knowledge and correct grammar.

Obtaining a visa

Getting a visa to England, as you know, is not so easy, there are also certain requirements for a student visa. IQ Consultancy specialists will help you cope with all the formalities, prepare and translate documents, including a visa letter, and, if necessary, improve your knowledge of English.

Accommodation

On the campus of the institute or a rented apartment.

Cost of education

The cost of studying at universities in the UK depends on the chosen educational institution, as well as on the faculty and specialty. Accommodation may be included.

The cost is from 9500 to 34000 £ for 1 year of study.

University ranking

According to the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), compiled by Shanghai Jiao Tong University, in 2014, 18 universities in England entered the top 100 universities in the world, and 4 of them share places in the top ten.

The UK leads Europe in terms of prestigious business schools, 8 of which are in the top 50 in the world according to the Financial Times magazine.

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The British system of medicine has been known to the world for many centuries. According to statistics, the country ranks 18th in the world in terms of the level and professionalism of medical care.

The UK is in the top 10 in terms of achievements in the medical field, in the field of scientific technology, as well as the introduction and development of innovations in the country.

Medical, as in many other countries, is prestigious and extremely in demand.
Every year, the number of students flocking from all over the world to Foggy Albion in order to get a medical education is growing. This is not surprising - a prestigious diploma of higher medical education received in Great Britain, opens up the opportunity to build a successful career in the international market and secure a stable and high level of income for many years to come. Despite the fact that medical services for citizens are free and financed from the country's budget, doctors receive very good salaries even holding an ordinary position as a general practitioner (General Practitioner or, for short, GP).

There are some nuances that you need to know if you decide to enter the medical faculty in England. After graduating only from a Russian school, it is extremely difficult to enter the medical faculty. Below are a few options for what preparatory work can be done to start studying in the specialty "Medicine":

• have completed at least two years of high school education in England;
• complete a one-year preparatory program for admission to the medical faculty. These courses are organized by many universities. For example, the training program at St. George's University of London, or the Foundation program at the University of Central Lancashire, UCLan;
• there is a variant of the summer short-term program. These courses provide an opportunity to gain practical experience in medicine at the country's leading medical university. You will listen to a course of lectures and seminars by leading experts in this field, get real medical practice in laboratories, get an introduction to radiography, surgery, physiotherapy, clinical practice, get acquainted with the features of passing the UKCAT test.

Unlike universities aimed at other specializations, the requirements for entering a medical university are much more serious. For admission, you must provide a certificate of completion of the A-level program (biology, chemistry, physics are mandatory for study, attention is paid to scores in these subjects in the first place), a certificate of passing the test for the level of knowledge of the English language (IELTS or TOEFL) and is required passing the BMAT exam (Biomedical Admission Test - testing in biochemical sciences).
We remind you that among the citizens of the country, medical education is in great demand, so the quota of places for foreign students is small, which makes it difficult to get a place at the university. Therefore, preparation for admission to the coveted university should be given utmost attention.

In total receiving medical education will have to devote 7-8 years. The first steps in professional development are Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, they are absolutely equivalent. At this stage, a wide range of academic sciences is being studied.

The next stage, the internship, is devoted to active practice and internships, the main and priority ones are selected from the studied disciplines in these years. After receiving a bachelor's degree, going on an internship, the student is free to make his own decision - to continue his studies in the chosen one, or to switch to an adjacent specialty.

The internship (Foundation) is divided into two stages - F1 and F2.

• F1 - several specialties are being studied (3-4). The General Medical Council establishes a mandatory set of knowledge that the applicant must receive after each trimester.
• F2 - most of the study time is devoted to practice. Students master the skills of diagnosing and preventing diseases, come to an understanding of how to work harmoniously in a team, learn to manage personnel, acquire knowledge about time management and IT in medicine, the ability to allocate time and sort tasks.

Upon graduation, students receive MB diplomas (or ChB for the direction of "Surgery"). To practice freely in the UK, an applicant must obtain a Foundation Doctor degree. This is a mandatory requirement for all practicing and qualified physicians.

An intern is a specialist who has already received a medical education, but does not yet have a license for independent practice, in England is called the Foundation House Officer. These specialists practice here exclusively under the guidance of a doctor with a license based on an accredited clinic.

Naturally, getting medical pleasure is not cheap, but all expenses are more than paid off by the prospects that open up for the holder of a British diploma of higher medical education. Graduates of medical schools in England work in prestigious private clinics, work as family doctors, and participate in scientific research. Therefore, if you decide to connect your life with medicine, then it is difficult to imagine the best country for getting an education in this profile!

The cost of higher education in England

The cost of higher education in England, educational institutions and their faculties, living expenses, admission rules - these aspects are considered by all applicants from abroad who wish to apply for admission to educational institutions in the United Kingdom.

To date, the system of higher education in the UK is recognized as a reference, which is why British diplomas are accepted in 180 different countries around the world. Higher education in the United Kingdom makes it possible to find a job in any corporation, enterprise, scientific and medical centers around the world. That is why the number of foreign students in the country's universities is constantly growing.

However, most applicants from abroad take into account the cost factor of higher education in England, look for opportunities to reduce costs for the period of study, seek to be eligible for grants or scholarships, etc. The main pricing factor that determines the amount of tuition costs is not the prestige or status of the university, but the choice of a specific faculty and a specific training program. Hepatitis treatment in Germany makes sense, but English medical schools also provide excellent knowledge.

So, in 2015, the average cost of education varies from £10,000 to £15,000 for one academic year. However, when enrolling in a number of specialties, you can significantly reduce costs. We are talking about the humanities faculties, it is admission to them that will require the least financial investment. The cost of admission to the Faculty of Literature, Languages, History, Geography and other Humanities will require payment of up to £9,800.

The average cost differs in the specialties of design and engineering and technical areas. Entry into this profile will cost between £10,000 and £14,000, with design and engineering faculties usually costing more than technologist specializations, etc. The most costly higher education in England considers the business direction. Economics, finance, management, political science, management, law, etc. are taught at business faculties. The average cost of a year's education in this case can reach up to £20,000 in individual educational institutions, for example, in Cambridge or Oxford.

Also, admission to medical faculties is distinguished by high cost. Firstly, medical education is one of the most prestigious in the UK and Europe, and secondly, it requires the maximum preparation of students, which can take 5-8 years. In view of this, medical higher education in England costs about £17,000-£22,000. The maximum price is charged for the specialties of a neurosurgeon, cardiologist, therapist, etc.

Another pricing factor will be the duration of the training. The terms of study in the UK directly depend on whether the student receives the first higher education (bachelor's degree) or enters the master's program. When receiving a bachelor's degree, a student must be prepared for the fact that he will need 3-4 years of study, for medical specialties this period is even longer, which will accordingly affect the increase in spending on education.

Master's higher education in England has a lower cost already in view of the fact that the student completes the course in just one academic year. That is why many Russian-speaking students strive to get into the UK master's program, since in the CIS countries they will need to spend 2 years on education, which will be equivalent in price to a one-year course in England. However, all those who enter medical education will again have to incur large financial costs, as the duration of training is increased to 2 years.

In addition, even before receiving higher education, students are forced to bear such expenses as: obtaining a visa, in addition, the cost of higher education in England includes the cost of air tickets when flying to the country for an interview before entering, etc.

However, the cost of higher education in England can be reduced thanks to scholarship programs and grants. To date, the official website of the UCAS Admissions Committee, to which applications are submitted, contains information about all scholarships operating in the UK. For example, only in Oxford there are two grants provided for students from Russia and the CIS, which are able to completely cover the cost of education for the entire educational course. The University of Cambridge has 5 scholarship programs for postgraduate education, which either partially or completely reduce the cost. All this speaks in favor of the fact that the British education system is international, loyal and focused on foreign students.

The cost of living in England at the time of higher education

The cost of higher education in England is also largely determined by the living conditions of the student. According to statistics, the most costly form of residence is settling directly in London. In this case, students are required to pay £980 for rent only, plus ongoing expenses for meals, travel, tuition, etc. must be taken into account.

Much more economical is a settlement in the suburbs with a rent of one room. As a rule, students reduce the cost of living by sharing a room with other students. Another economical option that will reduce the cost of higher education in England is accommodation in student hostels. These are special budget hotels, which can accommodate from 4 to 8 students in one room.

It is important to remember that almost all higher education institutions in the UK: colleges, academies or universities provide places in hostels only in the first year. Then students will be forced to look for housing on their own. Experts recommend settling in the suburbs even for those students who study directly in London, since every year the rent in the capital increases more rapidly than in interregional cities.

In addition, employment will help to maintain a balance between the cost of higher education in England and income. To do this, you can directly contact the committees organized in universities and ask for assistance in finding employment, since social assistance in Britain is very developed.

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• Assistance in obtaining postgraduate, secondary and higher education in England, taking into account the cost and goals pursued by the client;
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Medical education in England, the conditions for admission to a bachelor's or master's degree, terms of study, prestigious educational institutions, the cost of education - these are the aspects that are studied by all potential applicants who decide to link themselves in the future with a medical career in the UK.

Obtaining medical education in England: organization of training

To date, medicine in the United Kingdom is one of the most high-tech, innovative, loyal and affordable. The country has many social programs for the recovery and treatment of the British, however, modern technical equipment and the best pharmacological agents are used. In 2000, according to the ratings, medicine in England received such wide recognition that it reached the 15th position in the world. In view of this, about 8% of students from the total number of students receive medical education in England in 2015, while a rather high percentage of foreign students, especially from Europe, the Middle East and the CIS.

To date, there is a whole range of preparatory programs for higher medical education, as well as undergraduate or graduate programs. In view of this, students can independently choose the most convenient, effective and optimal programs for their own learning. At the same time, medical education in England can be obtained at 10 different universities in the UK and specialized schools (about 30 educational institutions).

It is characteristic that the training in medicine is one of the longest. On average, a student will have to spend about 7-8 years for a bachelor's degree and an internship. The conditions for admission put forward by students are also quite rigid. All applicants for undergraduate studies must provide AAA grades for GCSE exams, especially in these final exams a lot of attention is paid to the natural sciences (chemistry, biology, physics, etc.). Therefore, attestation scores in these disciplines are checked first.

Also, to obtain the first medical education in England, it is required to successfully pass the TOEFL or IELTS language exams. At the same time, the most prestigious institutions of higher education, such as Cambridge or Oxford, will consider applicants with scores of 8.0 in the IELTS exam, in a number of medical schools it is permissible to have a language test mark of 6.5 points.

It is characteristic that university students study real medicine only on an internship called “Foundation” and lasts for a period of two years. The diploma issued at the end of the bachelor's degree will have the nomenclature of either - MB, which is identical with the bachelor of medicine, or - ChB, which is issued to bachelor of surgeons.

Medical education in England when preparing students for a bachelor's degree, it may have a different content of the program, the content of which will completely depend on the chosen university. However, each university provides an opportunity for in-depth study of a particular discipline, for example, pediatrics or neurosurgery, in which case another BSc will be added to the MB diploma.

In some cases, you can enroll in a reduced educational program of the first higher education - GEP express courses, the completion of which will also allow you to get an MB or ChB diploma, but at the same time spending about 4 years on education. Such medical education in England has a shorter timeframe due to a more intensive course, teaching more academic hours per week. Accordingly, when applying for the GEP program, it is necessary to calculate your own capabilities, since high requirements are put forward for applicants in passing exams and directly in training.

Characteristically, obtaining a bachelor's degree is only one step on the way to a medical career in the UK. Each graduate must receive a specialized certificate, which will subsequently allow the student to an internship. The presence of such a certificate will be evidence that the student has mastered not only theoretical skills, but also practical ones.

Medical education in England in an internship can be obtained after certification received from the General Medical Council - GMC. Such a committee issues special instructions - these are brochures that contain recommendations to increase the chances of obtaining a certificate, such brochures can be found on their official resource.

Education in medical universities in England - conditions for admission

For admission to medical educational institutions, an applicant is required to collect a number of documents that confirm the student's level of knowledge in a particular area. All applications are left in the UCAS selection committee, which considers applicants. The documents required for medical education in England include:

• Attestation points obtained under the IB program (International Baccalaureate) or under the Foundation program;
• Attestation points for the A-level program (if secondary education was obtained in the UK);
• TOEFL or IELTS language test scores;
• Motivational letter of 500-1000 words, which reveals the aspirations of the student, the reasons why the student chooses medicine, as well as his main career aspirations;

In addition to the above documents, it is the admission to medical education in English universities that will require the passing of a mandatory entrance exam - BMAT. This is the Biomedical Admission Test used by the most prestigious universities including Cambridge and Oxford. Characteristically, admission is hampered by a large competition for one place, since many foreigners apply specifically for medical diplomas. On average, each UK university is ready to give from 6 to 16 places for foreign students.

In the event that the UCAS admissions committee rejected the student's admission application, he can go to a one-year preparation program - Access to Medicine. Similar preparatory education in medicine in England is provided in the following educational institutions: College of West Anglia, City College, Ling's Lynn and Sussex Downs College.

Assistance in admission to medical education in England

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• Assistance in entering universities and colleges for higher and postgraduate education (medical education in England, humanitarian, natural sciences, business, etc.);
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Our experts are able to help you get not only a medical education in English universities, but also make it possible to obtain a diploma of any other format and sample.

UK higher education in English, documents required for admission, prestigious educational institutions and their programs, last minute tours- these questions are considered by all foreign students who wish to receive their first higher education or postgraduate education in England.

Higher education in the UK: requirements for language exams

In the UK, all higher education institutions present theoretical information in English, so even foreign students are required to have a high attestation score in this discipline. Higher education in the UK in English involves passing one of several language exams, it can be TOEFL or IELTS, as well as the Cambridge exam. Therefore, every foreign student is faced with the question: which English exam is the most profitable to take. With what scores will it be possible to enter the university of the country?

First of all, the TOEFL exam is administered by the American division. The structure of the exam includes reading, listening, and writing. The IELTS language exam is administered by the University of Cambridge and also by the British Consulate. In view of this, all IELTS tests test knowledge of orthodox, classical English, while TOEFL takes into account the nuances of the American dialect. Therefore, when applying for higher education in the UK, it is better to take English on the IELTS exam.

Most higher education institutions in England, such as colleges or academies, are ready to accept students with an IELTS score of about 6.5 in the certificate. However, for more prestigious universities, such as Cambridge or Oxford, these points will not be enough. So, you will need to score from 7.0 points for each of the subjects taken, often among the applicants there are foreigners who have 8.0 points in the certificate, which is why they are more willing to be accepted as students.

Higher education in the UK in English can also be obtained with language exam marks of 6.0 points if you enter specialized schools for special programs. However, as a rule, a low score in English is quoted in institutions if you want to get advanced training in a particular profession or when entering the Foundation educational program, etc.

The only advantage that foreigners have when taking language exams is the ability to use the English-Russian dictionary on individual subjects, as well as an increase in the time for passing exams. However, subsequently, when entering higher education in the UK in English, foreign students no longer receive any benefits in the educational process.

• Advanced English language training program. Such programs aim to maximize the student's vocabulary so that he ultimately perceives and understands more than 90% of the information that comes to him;
• After completing this language program, for higher education in the UK in English, it is recommended to attend TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge test preparation courses. Why is it necessary to first reach the Advanced level and only then study in the preparatory program? Because the exam preparation courses do not delve into the study of the language, but teach students strategies that will lead to successful passing of tests and the opportunity to enter an English university.

How can I get a higher education in the UK, knowing English

Higher education in the UK in English requires knowledge of the language, but this is still not enough for enrollment in students in the country's universities. In addition, the student must standardize the diploma of secondary education to the requirements of the British system. So, for example, if a student lives in the CIS, then he completed 11 years of school, while British students completed 13 years of schooling. In view of this, a Russian-speaking student is required to enter a domestic university and study 2 courses there. At the end of the first year, you must apply to the desired UK university.

Also, a student from the CIS needs to go through programs on the basis of which enrollment will take place. For admission to higher education in the UK, you will need to provide points for the Foundation or IB program. These two programs are pre-university training courses adapted for foreign students.

Most prestigious universities still prefer the IB program - the international baccalaureate. With exam grades for this program, you can even enter Oxford or Cambridge, the Foundation program is considered less prestigious, since the terms of study for it are only 1 academic year, while graduating from IB requires two academic years. In addition, higher education in the UK in English requires a higher language proficiency than can be given in the Foundation program, as it often enrolls participants with an initial language proficiency level of 4.5 points.

The Foundation program has several specializations, including:

• Business direction;
• Engineering and technical direction;
• Legal direction and jurisprudence;
• Natural science direction;
• Humanitarian.

Diplomas under the International Baccalaureate Program - IB are quoted not only in every university in Britain, but also in 50 other countries of the world, so this program is preferable for Russian-speaking students. Before applying for admission to higher education in the UK, you must complete the IB program by passing about 6 subjects, as well as writing an essay of 80 A4 pages. The issuance of diplomas is allowed to those students who scored from 24 points. However, such a score is insufficient for the most elite universities. So, for admission to Oxford, for example, you need to score about 40 points in IB.

Thus, for a Russian-speaking student, when submitting documents, a demonstration of three main documents is required:

• Language exam marks - TOEFL or IELTS;
• Certificate of education received in the home state;
• Granting a certificate from the Foundation or IB program.

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The experts of our company have been operating in London for more than 10 years and are helping Russian-speaking clients to enter British educational institutions. At the same time, we are ready to provide support in obtaining secondary, higher, postgraduate education, as well as deal with the issue of organizing language courses for those who wish.

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• Selection of universities and colleges for higher education in the UK in English, assistance in finding private schools, language centers that fully meet the requested goals of the customer;
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Getting higher education in England, the procedure for admission of students from the CIS, the estimated course prices, the choice of an educational institution - these are topical issues that are subject to study by absolutely all applicants from the CIS who wish to be enrolled in a prestigious university in the United Kingdom.

Admission to higher education institutions for education in England

To date, education in the UK is the standard, since it has been formed over the centuries, overgrown with orthodox traditions, which is why the student body of the country's prestigious universities is so international. However, how realistic are the chances for students from the CIS to enter and receive a prestigious British diploma? What difficulties may arise in obtaining higher education in England? To do this, it is necessary to analyze the specifics of the procedure for enrolling students.

In England, there is a special admissions committee that deals with the consideration of admission forms - Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). To date, their official website has published a list of possible universities that invite students from abroad. All interested Russian-speaking applicants study this price list, and then fill out the questionnaire. The main items on the questionnaire are:

• An indication of the attestation scores that the student can demonstrate. In the event that the A-level, Foundation or IB program has been completed, the points are announced;
• Also, a student who wants to get a higher education in England is required to indicate their own ambitions, plans, expectations regarding studying in a particular institution, as well as career plans.

Further, the procedure may involve either an instant refusal, or an invitation to a student for a personal interview - an interview. It is easy to assess your own chances of entry using the standardized requirements that are placed in the rankings of English universities. These ratings indicate the passing score for language exams, as well as for secondary education exams. The highest standards for admission to the university are in Cambridge and Oxford, the applicant will have to have in the certificate the maximum possible scores for the A-level program - AAA. Whereas in other individual universities, higher education in England can also be obtained on the basis of ABB, BBB grades.

Accordingly, the passing scores for language exams in different universities will also differ. So, in Cambridge and Oxford they accept with IELTS marks of 8.8 points. However, most universities create loyal conditions for foreign students, so they enroll with marks of 6.5 points.

In addition to providing attestation points, the applicant must be aware of the need to standardize the Russian diploma to the English educational system. The fact is that higher education in England is possible only if the student has completed 13 years of training at school, while in the CIS countries admission to universities is carried out after finishing 11 classes. The easiest way to standardize a diploma is to enroll in a university in your home country, take 2 courses there, and then apply for admission to a British university with the opportunity to try your hand at entry. However, there are other methods to make a Russian-style diploma equivalent to a British one.

Pre-university study is an effective way to get higher education in England

To date, there are two popular programs, attestation scores for which greatly simplify admission to a British university. The first of these is the Foundation training program. It is its passage that allows about 80% of foreigners to receive a higher English education, since the courses are designed specifically for students from abroad. Enrollment in it is possible from the age of 17, while the applicant is required to present a minimum IELTS passing score of 5.5. As a rule, the Foundation starts twice a year: in September and in June.

The key tasks that education carries are teaching English with the subsequent passing of exams, preparing in English for specialized subjects. At the end of the course, the control of successful assimilation is expected. It is characteristic that the passage of this program allows you to enter the most prestigious educational institutions, for example, University College London or the London School of Economics, as well as the University of Manchester, Nottingham University, but Oxford and Cambridge do not accept certificates from such training courses.

For higher education in England, students can prepare under the Foundation program in different profiles:

• Business Program - business training (finance, marketing, management, economics);
• Engineering Program - training at engineering and technical faculties;
• Law Program - training of lawyers, lawyers, political scientists or sociologists;
• Life Sciences - Faculty of Natural Sciences.

Another type of preparatory program can be the International Baccalaureate (IB) course. For those students from the CIS who aspire to be enrolled in Oxford or Cambridge, this program will open up endless opportunities, since it is considered more prestigious than the Foundation, and certificates from IB exams have more weight in the eyes of the admissions committee of British universities.

Enrollment in IB occurs upon reaching the age of 16 years. At the same time, students must demonstrate scores in the TOEFL language exam that exceed the mark of 250 points. The general terms of study for the International Baccalaureate program are longer than for the Foundation program and involve two years of study. To prepare for higher education in England, students are taught 6 different subjects:

• Learning the native language;
• Learning English language;
• Mathematics;
• Study of the humanities, arts, etc.;
• Courses in natural science;
• And the study of an additional core subject.

Each student who scores at least 24 points in the IB exams receives a certificate of completion. To get higher education in England in the most prestigious universities, you will need to score at least 36 points in IB.

Assistance in admission and obtaining higher education in any English university

Higher education in England with the help of the experts of our company is a real opportunity to receive, as we are specialists in this segment of services, and have been providing our support to students from the CIS for more than 10 years.

We are ready to offer our clients the following types of services:

• Assistance in learning English (selection of English-speaking schools, courses, programs);
• Assistance in admission to higher education in England and postgraduate education (informing about all universities in the country, available programs, admission conditions, tuition fees, etc.);
• Assistance in preparing a visa, collecting a package of documents that must be provided;
• Assistance in adapting to the territory of Britain, employment, settlement;
• Help in search cheap apartments for a day.

Our experts will provide full informational and practical assistance at each stage of cooperation, up to the organization of the student's life at the time of study. Thanks to this, higher education in England will become not just a dream, but an accessible reality.

Quality education in England in English, pricing policy, required lists of documents, as well as a whole range of information regarding the content of educational programs, costs and necessary preparation activities - this is what a person who has chosen English education, and even in English, should study. It is worth saying that among all the possible types of education in England, this one is the most prestigious, since after entering an educational institution, no obstacles face teachers in the process of transferring their innermost knowledge to a student.

Why is it useful to study in English in England?

Undoubtedly, education in England in English is currently the most prestigious type of education in the world. This is due to the fact that this country has developed its own traditions of preserving, increasing and transferring knowledge, which are not characteristic of any other country in the world. It all started centuries ago, when monasteries began to be created on the territory of modern cities and suburbs, to which pilgrims, scientists of those times, were sent from all over the world to conduct their activities under protection and in complete peace. The monks provided them with food, a place to live, and also helped to preserve scientific works through the creation of book printing presses. Even the rulers of other countries, like England itself, did not have 100% access to archives and scientists, which gave the latter almost complete freedom of action, thinking and sayings.

Today, education in England in English has retained its policy of strict filtering of incoming data, as well as the selection of students, since no higher educational institution intentionally distributes rare developments to everyone in a row, while the very value of such knowledge is lost. This is the reason for the first property of education in England in English - it is not free. Even for the inhabitants of the country themselves, the government does not provide for the concept of the budget, which is familiar to everyone from the practice of the CIS countries. However, there are dozens of funds for foreign citizens that give out several grants per year that cover the cost of education. You can get such a grant by filling out an application for admission, confirming it and submitting an application to the fund. All the red tape with documents and the time spent on it are fully justified - after receiving a grant, not only study, but also accommodation, food, and sometimes pocket expenses of a happy student will be paid from the amount received. In addition, today there are companies that can help with obtaining such a grant with their established channels and connections, which can make education in England in English even more enjoyable and accessible.

Getting an English education in England is associated with a whole host of prospects that open up almost immediately after a student sets foot on the land of a foreign country for him. First of all, it is worth noting the special role of the symbiosis of companies - employers and the management of educational institutions, which is supported by the government of England. Due to this symbiosis, student centers are created on campuses, in which the most successful students who show interest in subjects are registered. Such institutions are regulated by companies that look after students from the first day of their studies, thus staffing only the most promising employees. At the same time, these companies sometimes pay for education in England in English to those students who are most interested in them, and also give them a summer part-time job that significantly offloads the student's budget. You can also practice your English by buying a tour abroad. www.oxtour.kz/hot/goryashhie-tury-v-turciyu.html

The second factor that characterizes English education in England is the role of the government of the country and the leadership of educational institutions in the formation of interest in learning and control of the competence of each employee of a higher educational institution. Several times a year, each teacher undergoes a series of checks on how competent he is in teaching students. In order to avoid staff losses and support their teachers, educational institutions, in turn, provide their scientific activities in every possible way, finance research, pay for the construction of new scientific laboratories and multimedia classrooms so that the teacher can express his opinion as clearly as possible to students and provide them with 100% understanding of the subject. All this brought education in England in English not only to the first positions among world education, but also created a certain effect of practice and a scientific approach, without which it is very difficult to form a specialist from a student.

The prestige of English education in England is difficult to overestimate, every employer in other countries will be happy to consider a resume and give preference to a specialist who received his education in England in English. This is due, as mentioned earlier, to the fact that in almost 100% of cases students spend tens of hours at operating enterprises or in scientific laboratories, directly doing what they should do in the field of their specialty, and even under the control of the luminaries of world science. The practice of international analysts in the field of education indicates an increase in the productivity of a particular link in companies when replaced by a student - a graduate of English educational institutions by 20% or more, which practically guarantees the student a job in his specialty.

Where can I go for more information about English education in England?

Due to the fact that the management bodies of higher educational institutions carefully filter the flow of students, and a trip to England, education in English in it and staying there for several years is costly even for a wealthy resident of the CIS countries, companies have arisen that help their clients get in touch with the reception commission of a higher educational institution, find out and prepare the correct package of documents, submit your claim for a grant to pay for your studies, and also calculate the necessary funds for it.

For more than 10 years of work in the field of English education in England, our company has analyzed the opinions of not only analysts in this field, but also the students themselves, who receive education in England in English. This invaluable data allowed us to reach a new level of provision of information services, assistance in moving, as well as the preparation of all documents and establishing communication with representatives of higher educational institutions. Today we offer a lot of educational products that are not only productive and justified, but also convenient, safe and have support that starts after the first call or application on our website and ends already during the employment of our clients. Productive, convenient and safe education in England in English for our clients is our credo!

Teaching children in the UK, getting secondary education, passing language programs, the cost of studying in England, effective schools - these aspects are analyzed by all parents who intend to send their child to study abroad.

Teaching children in primary and secondary schools in the UK

The educational process that children in England can go through is divided into two types - obtaining compulsory secondary school education, as well as additional language courses. Secondary education precedes primary. All foreigners have the right to receive primary education exclusively in private schools, only British children have the opportunity to receive school education in public institutions.

Education of children in the UK in primary school begins at the age of 5. At the same time, such training involves the easiest and fastest adaptation of the child to the educational process and systematic classes. To do this, children are taught mainly in a playful way with the inclusion of elements of drawing, music, sports, and interactive communication. But at the same time, children are also taught writing, grammar, reading, mastering elementary sciences. From 5 to 7 years old, there is an intensive preparation of children for secondary school, at an older age (about 9 years old), knowledge control is introduced in elementary school, with the help of which they monitor the success of mastering the material.

Education for children in the UK from the age of 11 involves the transition to secondary school. The certificate of secondary school education is a prerequisite for admission to the country's universities. One of the key exams that students must pass in high school is the GCSE - General Certificate of Secondary Education. His delivery occurs at the age of 16. At the same time, it is necessary to pass up to 10 school disciplines, English and mathematics are compulsory subjects, while the rest of the subjects are chosen by the student independently.

After successfully passing the GCSE, the education of children in the UK in secondary school continues until the age of 18. For two years of study, the child must choose any preparatory program for entering the university, the choice is given: the A-level program, the Foundation program and the International Baccalaureate (IB) program.

It is characteristic that the Foundation and IB programs are aimed at foreigners. However, the Foundation certificate is considered less prestigious and the certification scores for it are not considered at the most prestigious universities, for example, Oxford or Cambridge. Therefore, teaching children in the UK under the IB program is considered optimal, especially if the student comes from abroad. The essence of the program is to pass 6 subjects, as well as language and mathematics. The training period is 2 years. A certificate from the Foundation can be obtained faster - in just one year of study. Characteristically, both IB and Foundation are preparatory programs that are most often offered in private schools, while the A-level program is more typical for public schools.

The need to obtain certificates in one of these programs is a prerequisite for admission to a university, but it is not sufficient, in addition to it, scores in language exams must be presented. It was for this that they provided the opportunity to teach children in the UK in language courses.

Language courses for children in the UK

Passage of language preparatory programs for students aged 16 to 18 years is a popular form of education. To date, only in London, such training services are offered by 50 different language centers. The goal of the course is to teach children how to successfully pass the Cambridge exam, TOEFL or IELTS - these are the main exams, the scores from which are taken into account when entering a university. Teaching children in the UK on such programs allows you to improve your English proficiency to the intermediate level "Intermediate" or to the advanced - "Advanced". It is characteristic that most universities have set a minimum IELTS passing score of 6.5, passing language training courses will allow you to score 7.0 points, which will allow you to enter Oxford or Cambridge.

Also, for children aged 16 to 18, academic English is taught in specialized courses. On such programs, the main disciplines are read: mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, etc. Universities assess the degree of academic language proficiency, so such courses are recommended for applicants, they increase the chances of entering the university.

Teaching young children in the UK in language courses This is an opportunity to prepare a child in primary and secondary school. Such courses are taught to students aged 7-9 to 13 years. The most common English program in this case is the "general course". At the same time, the degree of load can be moderate - up to 20 lessons per week, as well as increased - up to 35 academic lessons per week. The average terms of study reach 1 month, in many cases it is possible to choose a longer general English course (for 3 months, for a semester or for an academic year).

As a rule, the education of young children in the UK in English courses takes place during the summer holidays. Children are taught grammar, reading, loaded with practical (individual or group) tasks. At the same time, the theoretical block is not the main one in the learning process, it is practice with individual master classes that makes it possible to learn English more efficiently and quickly, expand vocabulary and improve communication skills.

In addition to summer courses, parents can also choose winter language programs: New Year's or Christmas. However, regardless of the type of course, children will have well-organized leisure time with the opportunity to enroll in sports clubs, attend art, dance, music, needlework and cooking classes. Also, an obligatory moment in the process of teaching children in the UK is the organization of excursions. All this allows students to comprehend the language with enthusiasm and interest.

Admission of children to educational institutions in the UK

Our firm has been doing business in London for 10 years and specializes in supporting clients applying to schools and universities in the UK. We cooperate with clients from the CIS, as well as Russia, who receive comprehensive information and practical support at the time of admission to study in England. We provide the following services:

• Assistance in obtaining school education, postgraduate and higher education in educational institutions in London and Britain in general;
• Providing a choice of schools, colleges and universities that meet the requirements set by the client;
• Assistance in the selection of language schools for teaching children in the UK, as well as adults;
• Advice on admission, required documents, tuition fees, etc.;
• Assistance in obtaining a visa, collecting documents, compiling an applicant's questionnaire.
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Our competence and many years of practice will allow you to quickly and cost-effectively educate children in the UK, as well as get an education for students and adults.

The education system in England, the specifics of the device, the terms of study, the effectiveness of the educational process - this information is studied by applicants who apply for entry into the country's educational institutions to avoid unforeseen situations at the time of study.

Features of the education system in England: primary school and secondary education

The educational system of England was formed over many centuries, while it was subject to modernization and reformation, which is why it is recognized by now as the best in the world. Indeed, many students from 150 countries of the world aspire to study in England, since British diplomas are quoted in all the leading countries of the globe, which allows them to successfully start their careers. Here you can study and relax. Ski resort Zolotaya Dolina will help with this.

The education system in England is formed by several stages, the main of which are:

• Pre-school education - involves the delivery of children to a nursery at the age of 3-4 years.
• Preparatory education - involves the enrollment of children in preparatory classes from the age of 5 years.
• Primary education - attendance by children of public and private schools between the ages of 5 and 11 years.
• Secondary education - the stage of such training begins at the age of 11 and ends at the age of 16-18.
• Higher education.

The education system in England involves the delivery of children to public and private schools with the onset of the 5th age. In some cases, this age limit may increase if the child is sent to a private school. In elementary school, the main educational aspect is the development of communication skills in children, increasing knowledge of the English language, familiarity with basic, fundamental subjects.

At the end of training (at the age of 11), children are subjected to examination testing, while in some counties of the UK, testing is offered according to the “11+” system with an extended list of questions and tasks. After successful passing, the child goes to secondary school.

The education system in England involves education in secondary school until the age of 16 or until the age of 18. If a child leaves school after passing the exam at the age of 16, then he goes to college and is engaged in obtaining a vocational education. At the end of the training, each student takes the state final exams - the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). The certificate will indicate the total scores for all core and basic subjects, as well as scores for the TOEFL or IELTS language exams.

As a rule, at the Secondary School stage (secondary school education), children are taught English in depth, while the emphasis is on spoken language and directly profiled, in basic school disciplines. The prospect of entering the country's prestigious universities depends on the successful passing of IELTS, since the education system in England requires a minimum passing score in language proficiency, which should not be lower than 6.5. To enter the most prestigious universities, such as Cambridge or Oxford, you will need to have an IELTS mark of at least 8 points in your certificate.

It is characteristic that in the secondary school there are preparatory programs that prepare students for entering the university. These programs are Foundation and International Baccalaureate. The Foundation program is completed in one academic year, however, certificates with points from it are not taken into account in all universities, for example, King's College accepts graduates with a certificate from the Foundation, and to enter Cambridge or Oxford you will need a document from the international baccalaureate.

Features of professional and higher education in the education system of England

Further, the English educational system provides for the possibility of obtaining vocational education (after 16 years) and higher education (after 18 years). In the UK, you can get a diploma of vocational education in schools, as well as Tertiary Colleges. A diploma from Tertiary Colleges offers direct labor activity upon completion of the program, the main ones are:

• National Vocational Qualification- the program graduates workers in the business sector, management in production. At the same time, the emphasis in training is placed directly on the practical application of the theoretical knowledge gained.
• General National Vocational Qualification- This is a multi-level qualification, the diploma of which allows you to either enter universities or find a job in the future. It is characteristic that in the English educational system a special attitude has been formed towards diplomas received from the City and Guilds of London, the Royal Society of Arts or Business and Technical Education. Students with diplomas from these institutions are more likely to be employed or enrolled in prestigious universities.

At the end of 18 years, students will receive a certificate of completed secondary education in the GCSE exam and aspire to higher education (Higher Education). To date, higher education is divided into several degrees: bachelor's, master's, postgraduate, doctoral and postgraduate education.

Primary higher education This is a three-year undergraduate course. Characteristically, the English education system provides for about 5 years of study for a bachelor's degree upon admission to medical faculties. In some cases, obtaining a bachelor's degree will be impossible without passing the practical training. Such a program is called Sandwich courses. Especially often, practice is arranged in hospitals and in production, so medical specialties, economic, technical or business faculties are built according to the Sandwich courses program. The educational English system makes it possible to obtain a diploma in one of four degrees:

• Bachelor of Arts - involves the study of art, design, painting, literature, etc.;
• Bachelor of Science - the study of natural science subjects;
• Bachelor of Engineering - training in engineering;
• Bachelor of Law - training in the legal field.

The education system in England after receiving a bachelor's degree makes it possible to enroll in a master's program. The advantage of a master's degree in Britain over other countries is the need to study for one academic year. Characteristically, the Master Degree degree has two different profiles of programs, one is related to research activities and the possibility of further enrolling in postgraduate and doctoral studies, and the second is the improvement of professional skills.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the MBA program is a postgraduate study program that is very popular among businessmen, financiers, and economists of the CIS countries. The English education system provides for the issuance of an MBA diploma after 2 years of study, after which the student can be accepted into any large company or corporation.

Assistance in getting an education in England: information support and a system of practical assistance

Our experts are engaged in assisting in admission to any educational institution in the UK for all clients who have the goal of improving their language skills, obtaining a diploma of higher education or enrolling in postgraduate courses.

We are ready to provide the following services to achieve these goals:

• Selection of any educational institution: language centers, schools, colleges, universities according to the needs and goals of the client;
• Information support on the education system in England, tuition fees, guaranteed admission, etc.;
• Assistance in collecting the necessary documents for admission, assistance in obtaining a visa;
• Organization of clients' stay in the UK, assistance in finding employment and general adaptation.

We will provide a set of practical and informational measures that will allow the client to complete training in the country as quickly and guaranteed as possible.

Universities in England have centuries-old traditions, and are also among the most prestigious in the world. Check out the list and descriptions of the most popular universities in the UK and choose the one that suits you in all respects.

Getting a job can seriously affect your ability to find a good job and get promoted faster. Traditions in this country are honored and, last but not least, they relate to education. No wonder English higher education institutions are among the best, according to various experts. Here you can see a lot of foreigners, their number exceeds 65 thousand people. Restrictions are related to age, which must be at least 18 years old. Of course, you need to finish school in your home country.

Requirements and features of training

Since in England it takes 13 years to complete a secondary education, a foreign applicant will not need a matriculation certificate, but an A-levels exam. This can be done at one of the international colleges or private schools, having completed a two-year pre-university study.

Also, you can unlearn in advance at preparatory courses that will help you enter an English institute. There is an opportunity to go to study after the first or second year of a domestic university. You will have to demonstrate excellent knowledge of the English language and pass the exam.

The first three to four years will be needed to complete a bachelor's degree. This makes it possible to have a first degree and become a bachelor of law, humanitarian, technical, pedagogical sciences, as well as medicine and music.

Much attention in many universities is paid not only to study and a well-established and comfortable life, but also to the opportunity for students to study English more deeply.

An important advantage is that each foreign student will be able to choose a program that will meet their own abilities and needs. Of course, this does not cancel the mandatory course. But if you can get general information at lectures, then at seminars there is an opportunity to study almost individually with a teacher, since classes are usually held in small groups.

Some orthodoxy did not prevent us from building it in such a way that everyone could reveal their abilities more fully, learn to independently solve various problems and find a solution.

After a bachelor's degree, you can go to the second stage and get a master's degree. This will allow not only to improve their professional level, but also to actively engage in research work. Therefore, it is important to choose a university with a good laboratory and library collections. True, it should be noted that many well-known scientists work in universities and, in addition to their own research, help young graduate students write their dissertations.

Rules and fees

It is important to know a few rules that will help you enter an English university faster and more successfully.

You need to pay attention to English. The Foundation program will help fill in the gaps and raise the level of knowledge.

After choosing a specialty, you need to study the ranking of universities and choose the two universities that are most suitable. Those in the top ten have more stringent, special requirements.

The collected documents and the application must be sent in advance. Reception and consideration is from September 1 to October 15. You will have to come to Oxford and Cambridge and submit documents directly to the selection committee.

In England, the UCAS College and University Admissions Service operates, so admission is through it.

It is imperative to send the results of the exams, because only then there is a real chance to start your studies at the university.

For foreign students, the cost of education may vary, as EU citizens receive certain discounts and some benefits. In addition, after receiving a diploma in this country, you can even work in your specialty for two years.

It will take three years to get a bachelor's degree in England, and even four in Scotland. However, no one bothers to simultaneously undergo an internship and earn extra money at the same time. This combination of study and work is very common in England.

Until the age of seven, those who have chosen some areas of medicine or architecture will have to study. But it takes only two years to become a master.

The cost of education is also affected by the prestige of the university and the rating of the specialty. On average, the price ranges from 10 to 12 thousand pounds per year. True, medical specialties can cost 20-22 thousand pounds.

But no matter where the training takes place, one can only say that the money was not spent in vain.