Top reasons to study in the UK

Education in the UK is as old as its heritage; the University of Oxford was established before 1167 and the University of Cambridge in 1209. Both were top of the game back then as they are today. Since then, plenty more universities have been established throughout the UK since the 19th century including Durham University, King’s College London and Queen’s University Belfast.

Travel is easy. Europe is just across the channel from the UK. You can easily get to travel to over 40 countries by rail, budget airlines or even car! For instance, you can visit France on the weekend!

UK is home to the world’s most popular football league – English Premier League, cricket, golf, tennis and horseback riding opportunities. Some of the world’s greatest musical acts were born and raised in the UK – The Beatles. Round it off with great movies, theatre, literature and art.

An average Undergraduate Honours degree course lasts 3 years in England, Wales and Northern Ireland; while a full time Postgraduate (Master) course takes one year to complete. That means you are spending less money overall. Master’s degrees are challenging and intensive, but UK universities provide a stimulating and supportive environment for students to flourish, whilst developing soft skills in addition to academic skills.

As UK universities are associated with quality education, earning a degree from one of the UK’s many highly-regarded universities will aid your career progression.UK universities consistently rank high in global university ranking as many have world-leading reputations for teaching and research. World-renowned experts frequently visit UK universities to give talks and lectures. In fact, many of the world’s best academics teach at UK universities, meaning it is not rare to be taught by the academic who actually wrote the textbook from which you are studying.

Those seeking work experience abroad can apply for a sandwich year, in which the university will help you to find employment in the third year of studies. Most local employers value overseas experience thus you will have an edge over your peers when you return to Singapore.

The UK has so many attractions and activities. You can visit London’s attractions from Buckingham Palace to the London Eye to Madame Tussauds and Big Ben; discover the seaside towns of Brighton, Bournemouth and Portsmouth; take a tour of Scottish cities like Edinburgh or visit the historic Stonehenge. You will never be bored with so much to see and do in the UK.

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