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What types of accommodation are offered by UK universities? |
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If you are coming to the UK for the first time, accommodation provided by your institution will offer the best opportunity to meet other students and get involved in the social life of an institution. The main types of university accommodation are halls of residence and flats or houses. Halls of residents are large buildings where students live in study bedrooms alone or sharing with other students. Bathrooms and other facilities are usually shared. Halls of residence can be catered when meals are included in the price or self-catered when you cook yourself. In a flat or house owned by the institution a student would normally occupy a room, share facilities with other students and cook his own meal. Learn more. |
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Will I be allowed to work when studying in the UK? |
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If your course is more than 6 months your visa will allow you to work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during term time and full-time during holidays and vacation. |
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Will I need to buy a health insurance? |
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If your course of study is for 6 months or more you will qualify for free medical treatment under National Health Service NHS from the beginning of your stay on the same basis as ordinary British citizens. You can purchase medical insurance additionally, especially if you are on a course less than 6 months. |
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What teaching and learning methods are used in the UK? |
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There are many types of teaching and learning methods used in the UK – lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical work, workplace training, independent study, written assignments, projects, group work, and examinations. UK academic culture places a lot of emphasize on self-study, reading and student’s ability to analyze and express his/her own views orally and in writing. Learn more. |
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Can I stay and work in the UK after I complete my course? |
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If you have received a UK degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s), Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Education, and Higher National Diploma in Scotland you can apply to stay in the UK for up to two years to take employment without a work permit. This scheme is called Points-based System Tier 1 (Post-Study Work). More details on UK Border Agency website. |
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