The UK is one of the world’s top destinations for foreign students. This country owes its success primarily to the quality of education offered by its many universities. By coming to study in the UK, students have the opportunity to train at some of the best universities in the world.
But study in the UK requires preparation. Omnes Education can help you prepare for this major project.
Why study in the UK?
Top of the list of good reasons to study in the UK is the quality of teaching. The country’s universities are renowned for offering top-level training . In fact, the country boasts some of the best universities in the world.
Secondly, the country is the place to be to learn and master English in the best possible conditions. Studying and living in the UK for any length of time will require students to practice English.
The country is also a crossroads of many cultures and is open to foreigners. To keep all these people occupied, the UK has plenty to do, with its tourist sites and numerous activities.
Which studies to do in the UK?
The UK is home to a large number of schools offering a wide variety of courses . What all these courses have in common is that they are of the highest quality and are mainly taught in English.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of what you can study in the UK:
- political science international relations ;
- management ;
- Entrepreneurship
- IT ;
- Medical
- creation and design ;
- finances.
Where to stay in the UK while studying?
The UK is a very large city with a fairly abundant housing supply. On the other hand, as astudent on a limited budget, there are certain housing options that you should consider.
First, there are the student residences , of which there are many in the country. Rent in these homes is usually around 800 euros.
The other option is to stay with a local. In addition to allowing you to better discover the culture of the country, this solution considerably reduces expenses. Here, the expenses will be limited to the contributions to the common expenses (food, electricity, heating, internet).
How to enroll in a top school in the UK as an international student?
To apply for a place at a UK “grande école”, you first need to understand the admissions requirements. Then you need to find out how to proceed.
Generally speaking, foreign students register on a specific platform. However, the procedure can also be carried out in parallel on the university website.
For foreign students, certain documents must be translated into English at the time of registration. They can also apply for equivalence for certain diplomas.
Visa and specific requirements to study in the UK
I’m an international student, do I need a visa to study in the UK?
Here, all applicants other than UK nationals are considered foreign students . For these candidates, following the Brexit, arrangements vary depending on the date of arrival in the country.
For applicants arriving before January1, 2021, only the EU Settlement Scheme was required. However, a visa is required for all arrivals after this date.
This provision therefore concerns both European students and foreign students from outside the European Union. In addition, a study visa is required for any course lasting more than 6 months.
Are there any specific requirements for studying in the UK?
The United Kingdom is an exclusively English-speaking country. As a result, one of the main requirements for studying here is a good command of English.
UK universities generally require a certificate of language proficiency. This certificate is issued following an English language test, usually the IELTS.
Does Omnes Education offer programs in its schools in the UK?
OMNES Education London School is located in the lively Marylebone district, in the heart of London. Multidisciplinarity remains the main strength of the London Campus, with students coming from all the schools in the OMNES Education group.
Each program includes activities to develop knowledge of London’s professional and socio-economic environment: networking, company visits, master classes, meetings with experts from world-renowned groups (Google, Facebook, Bloomberg, Lloyds…), cultural outings, etc. OMNES Education London School is a real springboard for an international career.
It is committed to training tomorrow’s managers in one of the following specializations :
- Communication
- Management
- Engineering
- International Relations
These specializations are spread across a range of programs , from Bac+2 to Bac+5.
How do I apply to an Omnes Education Group school to study in the UK?
Registration is the same as for all Omnes Education schools.
OMNES Education schools and campuses are open to students from all backgrounds. For most schools, applications are made directly online, on the school’s website. This is the procedure for students who live in the same country as the school.
International students, on the other hand, have to follow a different procedure to join one of the Group’s schools in the UK. This is the international admission procedure.