Can students work part-time during their studies?

Yes, students can work part-time for 20 hours at the maximum in a week. They can work full-time during term breaks.

Is an interview compulsory for a UK student visa?

Before confirming admission, almost all universities undertake a credibility interview exam.

This stands for Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies. The immigration rules in the UK require your host university to sponsor your visa. You will require a CAS number to apply for this visa. The visa officer will check the unique CAS number as well as supporting document to confirm, you have an offer from the university.

What is the Russell Group University?

The Russell Group universities, founded in 1994, are a prestigious group of 24 research-focused institutions. Some of the universities included are Bristol, Birmingham, Cambridge, Cardiff, Durham, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Imperial College London, King's College London, Leeds, Liverpool, LSE, Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Oxford, Queen Mary, Queen's University Belfast, Sheffield, Southampton, Warwick, and York.

Is it possible to extend our stay in the UK once we finish our studies?

International students in the UK must leave after completing their studies, unless they apply for a visa extension. The visa length depends on the course duration stated in the Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS).

Do the Russell Group Universities provide scholarships?

Most Russell Group universities provide scholarships to student on different criteria. These are granted on the basis of extracurricular activities, discipline, academic merit, etc.

Do institutions in the UK accept 10+2+3 system of education?

Yes, the 10+2+3 system is accepted by UK universities for Master's programs.

Are the eligibility criteria for all Russell group universities the same?

Each university under the Russell Group has its own eligibility criteria; However, there are some standard requirements too. For instance, they all have English language test requirements, criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland for Scottish Universities), entrance interviews, health checks, and personal statement supporting your thoughts on studying in the UK universities.

The UCAS is UK-based organization that operates the centralized admission process for universities in the country.

What are the entry requirements of Russell Group Universities?

The Russell Group universities admit students based on three A-level grades. However, some institutions, such as LSE and Cambridge, require an AS-level, too. Thus, applicants are well-advised to see the entry requirements on individual university websites before applying.

How long does UK student visa take?

The visa processing times are usually 3-5 weeks.

Will going to a Russell Group university improve my job prospects?

When it comes to getting a good job, factors such as grades, experience and interviews will be the real clinchers. However, an honours degree from a Russell Group university can enrich your resume and help find employment in leading companies.

Will I get language support in the UK if I'm still working on improving my English?

Yes, you will get language support in the UK even if you have enrolled for another course. Most universities have a language support facility to help you improve the same.

Is study gap accepted by the UK universities?

UK universities do not accept study gaps. For master's programs, you can have up to 10-12 years of work experience, counted from your graduation year. For bachelor's programs, 2-3 years of experience is acceptable. While gaps are not allowed, universities may ask for proof of work experience during those years.

Universities & Colleges In UK

Study In United Kingdom

Popular Universities to Study in UK for Indian Students

The UK has 90 universities, which has made to the list of QS World University Rankings 2022. Of these, 4 universities are listed in top 10 entries.

Institution	UK Ranking	World Ranking
University of Oxford	1	2
University of Cambridge	2	3
Imperial College London	3	7
University College London	4	8
The University of Edinburgh	5	16
The University of Manchester	6	27
King’s College London	7	35
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)	8	49
The University of Warwick	9	61
University of Bristol	10	62

Popular Universities in the UK That Do Not Require IELTS / TOEFL

Many universities in the UK admit students without IELTS/TOEFL. However, they may ask students to submit alternative English scores.

University	Alternate Exam Scores Accepted
Birmingham City University	OIETC, Pearson PTE Academic and PTE Academic Online, Euroexam Academic English C1, LanguageCert International ESOL B1 and B2
Bangor University	Bangor University English Language Test (BUELT), Pearson PTE and PTE Academic Online, Cambridge English Language Assessment, Trinity College London – ISE II & III, Duolingo English Test, LanguageCert International ESOL (both Online and Paper based), IELCA (International English Language Competency Assessment), KITE (Kaplan International Tools for English)
Robert Gordon University	Linguaskill, Indian State Boards, BACIET – English Test, INTO Foundation Programme English, Language Cert ESOL (B2) SELT Test, PTE Academic, Password English
London South Bank University	Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic), LanguageCert SELT or International ESOL (IESOL) Exam, University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, Password, IGCSE English as a Second Language / First Language English (Cambridge Assessment)

Many universities also admit students if they score minimum 60% percentage marks in English in class XII. The following are a few prominent ones among them

Bedfordshire University

Chester University

Middlesex University

Teesside University

London Metropolitan University

Oxford Brookes University

Popular Cost-Effective Universities in UK

The cost of education in the UK is high and average tuition fees may range between £10,000 and £26,000 annually for different courses. However, a few public universities assure high quality education at low tuition fees, making education in this country accessible to international students. They charge students anything between £10,000 and £15,000 annually for the undergraduate to postgraduate courses.

Universities Name	Type of University
Leeds Beckett University	Public university
Teesside University	Public university
London Metropolitan University	Public university
Coventry University	Public university
York St John University	Public university
University of Huddersfield	Public university
University of Central Lancashire	Public university
De Montfort University	Public university
Sheffield Hallam University	Public university