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Country Overview As the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. The UK, a leading trading power and financial center, is one of the quintet of trillion dollar economies of Western Europe. Over the past two decades, the government has greatly reduced public ownership and contained the growth of social welfare programs. Agriculture is intensive, highly mechanized, and efficient by European standards. |
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Education System
The UK has two distinct education systems; one for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and one for Scotland. However, each is compatible with the other. The education system in the UK is different to that in many other countries. At the age of 16, British children take General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) examinations. Students then transfer to studying A-Levels which last for two years and qualify them for entry to university. Students tend to specialize in these courses and often study for three or four A-Levels. This means that degrees do not last as long in the UK as other countries In UK "O" level is equivalent to SSC, "A" levels ( 2 years) is equivalent to HSC, Bachelors is for 3 years, 4 Years are Sandwich program , masters for 1 year and PH.D for 3 years. The degrees and qualifications from UK higher education institutions are known around the world as high quality and world class. The standard of excellence is set by some of the older universities with recognizable names, like Oxford and Cambridge, but the tradition carries through to many of the universities and colleges throughout the UK. When looking for work in the future, this can be a great selling point in your favour!
Why UK?
UK's study quality is unrivaled throughout the world, it has a modern Learning Environment. The education system provides facilities such as international students societies, planned social activities, academic support, and academic counselors. UK has one of the lowest 'drop out rates. Employers want employees who can think effectively, creatively and independently. UK institutions use a variety of teaching and assessment methods to encourage independence, as well as mastery of the subject. Students are expected to use the information they are given to stimulate their original thinking. Encourages relevant skills that are marketable and sought by today's top companies The education in UK is much more affordable as compared to US, the UK institutions offer numerous scholarships and bursaries. Almost free health care by National Health Service. Student discount facilities provided free through National Union of Students membership for all students. Choice: Vast choice of institutions, academics and subjects. Flexible programs. Diverse, stable social environment Multicultural: Cosmopolitan place to live, it is a home to numerous ethnic groups and nationalities from around the world, the people there are tolerant and have a stable society where students learn about diverse range of people. The durations of educational programs in UK are shorter as compared to rest of world. Undergraduate - 3 years, Postgraduate - 1 year.
UK University List
- University of Leeds
- University of Leicester
- University of Lincolnshire and Humberside
- University of Luton
- University of Manchester
- University of Northumbria
- University of Salford
- University of Southampton
- University of Surrey
- University of Sussex
- Kingston University
- London Metropolitan University
- London South Bank University
- Middlesex University
- Queen Mary, University of London
- Roehampton University
- Thames Valley University
- University of East London
- University of Greenwich
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