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United Kingdom

Home to globally recognised universities, focused degrees and many one-year taught master’s programmes.

What you should know

The UK offers a large range of undergraduate, postgraduate and pathway programmes in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Course length can be attractive, but students should compare tuition, city living costs, entry requirements and graduate outcomes carefully.

Academic year
Main intake in September; some January options
Language
English
Popular cities
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow

Plan with confidence

1

Focused programmes

Many degrees specialise earlier than comparable programmes elsewhere.

2

Shorter master’s options

A large number of taught master’s degrees take one year.

3

Budget by city

Accommodation and transport costs vary widely across the UK.

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