www.isc.co.uk

1280 accredited independent schools, search engine, advice on applying and studying in UK boarding schools.

www.schoolsearch.co.uk

Comprehensive details of UK Independent schools, Boarding schools, London schools, Preparatory schools, Special Needs schools, International schools and 16+ Schools and Colleges.

www.englishuk.com

English UK provides the most up-to-date search engine of English language courses at over 400 centres, accredited by the British Council.

www.ucas.org

Undergraduate study programmes – Bachelor’s courses, Higher National Diplomas (HND) and Foundation degrees.

www.hotcourses.com

stgraduate courses, as well MBA programmes and professional development training.

www.prospects.ac.uk

Database of postgraduate courses - Master's, Doctorates, advice for prospective students.

www.ielts.org

IELTS - most popular examination for proof of English language proficiency when applying to study in the UK. Exam structure and advice on preparing for the exam.

www.cambridgeesol.org

Complete list of Cambridge examination for a range of purposes - general, professional, academic, young learners, and teaching awards.

www.edu-cip.kz

International Bolashak Scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate study for citizens of Kazakhstan overseas, including the UK.

www.educationuk.org/scholarships

Database of financial assistance - scholarships, grants, awards and bursaries - from UK universities.

www.scholarship-search.org.uk

Database of financial assistance for study in the UK.

www.dcsf.gov.uk

Database of institutions with degree awarding powers.

www.rae.ac.uk

Research Assessment Exercise - quality ratings for research in UK institutions across all disciplines.

www.unistats.com

Comparability of subjects at different universities and colleges in the UK.

www.timesonline.co.uk

Good University Guide - well-known ranking of UK universities, general and by discipline.

www.guardian.co.uk

Guardian University Guide - ranking of UK universities and colleges.

www.ucas.com

Universities and Colleges Admissions Service - an online system for managing prospective students'; applications to higher education courses at undergraduate level.

www.ukpass.com

Centralized on-line application system for postgraduate study at 17 UK universities.

www.kaea.kz

Kazakhstan Association of Educational Agents - advice and placement services in Kazakhstan.

www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk

Detailed information on UK entry clearance procedures, including obtaining a student visa.

www.ukinkz.fco.gov.uk

British Embassy in Kazakhstan and British Visa Centre in Almaty - visa application procedures in Kazakhstan.

www.ukcosa.org.uk

The UK Council for International Student Affairs provides advice and information to international students studying in the UK and to staff who work with them.

www.visitbritain.com

VisitBritain works in partnership with the national tourist boards in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales to promote Britain overseas as a tourist destination. Practical advice on planning a trip to the UK, including information on accommodation, attractions, events and transport.