In short
- 153 universities in the United Kingdom on Noevo, across 71 cities
- 24,758 programmes listed
- Study levels: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Pathway
- Taught in English, Welsh
- Published tuition: GBP 7,200 – GBP 49,500
How the education system works in the United Kingdom
Higher education in the United Kingdom typically follows a three-cycle structure. Undergraduate bachelor's degrees usually take three years to complete, though some integrated master's programmes and degrees in subjects like medicine or dentistry are longer. Master's degrees are often one year in duration, while doctoral programmes typically last for three to four years. Teaching methods often combine lectures, seminars, and independent study. The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System, or ECTS, is not universally applied, with institutions using their own credit frameworks.
Language requirements
For international students whose first language is not English, proficiency must be demonstrated. Commonly accepted tests include the International English Language Testing System, or IELTS Academic, and Pearson Test of English Academic, or PTE Academic. Some institutions may also accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL iBT, or offer their own internal English language assessments.
Scholarships, funding and sports awards
Funding for international students in the United Kingdom can come from various sources. Government-backed scholarships, such as the Chevening Scholarships and Commonwealth Scholarships, are available for postgraduate study. Many universities also offer their own scholarships, bursaries, and grants, which can be merit-based or need-based. However, international students often fund their studies through private means.
Sports scholarships are available at some institutions in the United Kingdom, particularly for students who demonstrate high levels of athletic achievement. These scholarships can help cover tuition fees or living costs. The availability and value of sports scholarships vary significantly between institutions and sports. Students interested in athletic funding should inquire directly with the admissions or sports departments of individual universities.
After you graduate
The United Kingdom offers a Graduate visa route, allowing eligible international students to stay and work, or look for work, for a period after completing their studies. This visa does not require a job offer at the time of application. Rules regarding post-study work and visas can change, so it is essential for students to consult official government sources for the most current information.
Studying in the United Kingdom: the numbers
- Universities in the Noevo catalogue
- 153
- Programmes listed
- 24,758
- Cities represented
- 71
- Study levels
- Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Pathway
- Fields of study
- Business and Management, Business, Engineering, Health Sciences, Computing, Computer Science, Psychology, Law, Biological Sciences, Education, Business & Management, Accounting and Finance, Nursing and Health Sciences, Mathematics, Medicine and Health
- Tuition
- GBP 7,200 – GBP 49,500
- Language of instruction
- English, Welsh
Universities in the United Kingdom
- Kent, University of
- Kingston University London
- Lancashire, University of
- Lancaster, University of
- Leeds Trinity University
- Bath Spa University
- Leicester, University of
- Lincoln, University of
- Brighton, University of
- Brunel Univeristy
- Liverpool Hope
- Loughborough University
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Reading, University of
- Aston University, Birmingham
- Warwick Manufacturing Group
- Northumbria London - QAHE
- Bath, University of
- Northumbria University (All Campuses)
- Norwich University of the Arts
- Nottingham Trent University
- Ravenbournes University
- Regents University London
- Robert Gordon University
Frequently asked questions
How many universities in the United Kingdom can I apply to through Noevo?
Noevo lists 153 institutions in the United Kingdom, covering 24,758 programmes. You can shortlist and track applications to any of them.
How much is tuition in the United Kingdom?
Across the programmes Noevo lists in the United Kingdom, published tuition ranges from GBP 7,200 – GBP 49,500. Fees differ by institution, programme and fee status; the university's own published figure is the one that applies.
Can I study in the United Kingdom in English?
The programmes Noevo lists in the United Kingdom are taught in English, Welsh.
What can I study in the United Kingdom?
Fields represented in the Noevo catalogue include Business and Management, Business, Engineering, Health Sciences, Computing, Computer Science, Psychology, Law, Biological Sciences, Education.
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