Living in the United Kingdom

You will find this section a useful guide to living in the United Kingdom such as the UK Accommodation, Travel, Health etc.

Studying Cost In the UK

Studying in the UK is great value for money. Degree courses are generally shorter than in the USA and Australia, making them more affordable. Before you embark on your studies you need to have a clear idea of the total cost of course fees and living expenses. Our guide will help to get you started.

Your costs while living in the UK will depend on the type of course you follow. If you are studying a career-based, degree or postgraduate course, you will need to budget for accommodation and meals in addition to the course fees.

Regardless of their country of origin, international students on full-time UK courses that last more than six months enjoy all the benefits of the country’s National Health Service. This means free consultation with doctors and free hospital care for you and your family. See

Test Requirements for the UK

It is important to become proficient in English to make your stay in the United Kingdom a good one. You will probably be required to take the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) before you will be admitted to a UK university. The school may also have additional tests for graduate students who are prospective teaching assistants.

This section provides information about IELTS, TOEFL and GMAT exams.

UK Visa

You will need to have a valid passport and a visa to enter the United Kingdom. Since it can take several months to obtain a passport and all the documentation, start the process as soon as you can. Here you will find information regarding Visa requirements and procedure, Immigration procedures.