Study inBroad bachelor's and master's options with dedicated admissions and arrival support.
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Universities on our shortlist
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Programmes to compare
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Overview
Why study in the UK?
World-ranked universities, one-year master's degrees and a post-study work route make the UK a first choice for international students worldwide.
- One-year taught master's degrees save a year of fees and living costs
- Russell Group and modern universities that accept a wide range of international qualifications
- Graduate Route work visa after your degree
- Diverse, international student communities in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds
Capital
London
Official language
English, Welsh
Currency
pound sterling
Population
67.3 million
As of 2021
Region
English-speaking leaders
University cities
Birmingham, Sheffield, Nottingham, City of Southampton
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Student essentials
Intakes, visa and work rights in the UK
Intakes
September (main) and January; some universities also offer May.
Student visa
Student visa with a CAS from your university, proof of funds held for 28 days, a TB test if your country requires one, and the Immigration Health Surcharge.
Part-time work
Up to 20 hours a week in term time and full-time in vacations on a degree-level Student visa.
After graduation
Graduate Route: currently 2 years after a bachelor's or master's (3 years after a PhD). The government has announced a reduction to 18 months for future applicants, so we confirm the length that applies to you.
Living costs
UKVI asks for about £1,483 a month in London and £1,136 a month elsewhere, for up to 9 months.
Rules reviewed October 2026. Visa and work rules change often; we confirm the current position for your nationality when you apply.
Costs & duration
What to budget for
Indicative annual tuition across the programmes we list in the UK. Fees vary by university, course and intake.
Bachelor's
180 programmes- Tuition per year
- USD 23,219–50,696
- Typical length
- 3 years
Typical entry requirements
Class 12 or an equivalent high-school qualification (CBSE, ISC, State Boards, A-levels, IB, WAEC or a national diploma) is accepted, with subject grades set by each course. Many universities accept 70–80% in Class 12 English in place of IELTS.
Master's
170 programmes- Tuition per year
- USD 23,884–55,087
- Typical length
- 12 months
Typical entry requirements
A recognised bachelor's degree, usually with a 55–65% (or equivalent) average or higher, plus IELTS 6.0–6.5 (or an accepted waiver).
Planning figures only. Fees change by course, intake and nationality; we confirm the exact amount in writing before you apply.
Universities
10 universities in United Kingdom
How to apply
Your route to United Kingdom, step by step
- 01
Find where you fit
Tell us your grades, budget and ambitions. We shortlist countries, universities and courses that genuinely match, not the ones that pay the most commission.
- 02
Applications, handled
Documents, statements of purpose and deadlines across every university on your list, tracked in one place by our experienced counselling team.
- 03
Visa without the guesswork
Financial documents, SOPs and mock interviews prepared by specialists who do this every day.
- 04
Land with a plan
Flights, accommodation, airport pickup and orientation, so your first week is about your new city, not paperwork.
FAQs
Studying in the UK: common questions
Across the programmes on AmbleWave's the UK shortlist, indicative annual tuition is USD 23,219–50,696 for bachelor's and USD 23,884–55,087 for master's programmes. Fees vary by university, course and intake, and we confirm the exact amount in writing before you apply.
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