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Study Abroadin
United Kingdom
About Us
AEC is an education consultancy assisting students who wish to study abroad. We are registered with British Council and Singapore Tourism Board.
Our Services
• We provide the following facilities to the students who are keen to study abroad:
– Career Counseling– Country & Institution Selection– Application Process– Financial Assistance– Visa Assistance– Accommodation & Meet & Greet Services– Travel Arrangements
Study in UK
About United Kingdom
• The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland,
commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK), Great Britain (GB), or simply Britain, is a sovereign state located off the north-western coast of continental Europe.
• UK is located in the Northern Hemisphere and is roughly 4500 miles from India (8 hrs by air). It consists of four regions:
• England• Scotland• Wales• Northern Ireland
Map of United Kingdom
UK’s Economy
• The UK is a major developed capitalist economy.• It is the world's sixth largest by nominal GDP.• The United Kingdom is one of the world's most globalized
countries.• The UK is the second largest financial centre in the world after
the US.• UK has a population of approx 60 million and per capita Income
of UK in the year 2008 is £ 23,500 (more than US and Germany).• UK is the hub of business in Europe.• 1 GBP = 100 INR (approximately)
The Climate
• UK climate is one of the most unpredictable climate in the world.
• Average Temperature in summers is between 18 c to 27 c.• Average Temperature in winters is between -4 c to 10 c.• UK receives snow fall between Dec – Feb.
Why Study in UK ?
• Academic Excellence.• International Recognition.• Shorter Duration.• International Experience.• Value for Money. • Multi Cultural Society.• Wide Range of course options.• Creative way of teaching and learning.• Study in the HUB of education and inventions.• Job and Business opportunity. • Degrees backed by Quality Assurance Agencies (QAA,
RAE, EQUIS, AMBA, OFSTED, SQA etc.)
Types Of Qualifications
• A Levels/ Scottish Highers.• Access/ Foundation/ Diploma Courses.• HNC/ HND Courses.• Under Graduation Courses (B.A./ B.Sc./ B.Engg. etc)• Post Graduation Courses (MA/ MSc/ MBA etc)• Post Graduation Research (M.Phil/ M.Res)• Research Level (PhD/ DBS etc.)
Factors to be considered while choosing the University
• Course Content match your area of interest
• Cost of the Course Should not be overpriced
• Job Opportunities -> Part time jobs during the course -> Full time jobs during vacations • Social Life and Security -> Should not be Isolated -> Should have some Indians (not many)
• Location Should be a vibrant city • • Reputation & Ranking
Schooling in UK
• Schooling is compulsory for everyone in UK up till an age of 16.
• UK follows 2 distinct systems of schooling. a) For England, Wales & Northern Ireland. b) For Scotland.
• Basic differences between both the systems is that education in Scotland is for 12 years whereas in England, Wales and N.I. it is for 13 years.
• In terms of comparison with Indian qualification 10th standard = GCSE ‘O’ Levels in UK 12th standard = GCE ‘A’ Levels in UK (except Scotland)
• GCSE – General Certificate of Secondary Education.• GCE – General Certificate of Education
Undergraduate Studies
• Undergraduate degrees can be offered only by universities and institutes who have received Royal Charter Status by Government.
• There are more than 3000 course options for students.• Generally course duration is 3 years in UK (except Scotland).• Course duration in Scotland is 4 years or more.• UK has a unique concept of Sandwich courses which allows
students to work for 1 year in between the course.• UK degrees are highly regarded amongst the employers.
Degree detailsTypes of Qualification
Duration Intake Fee Range
BSc(Hons)/BEngg/BA(Hons)
3yrs (without sandwich*)
Jan/Sep £ 7,000-11,000(p.a)Rs 6-9 lac
BSc(Hons)/BEngg/BA(Hons)
4 yrs (with sandwich*)
Jan/Sep £ 7,000-11,000Rs 6-9 lacs
Mengg 5 yrs (with sandwich)/4 yrs (w/o sandwich)
Sep £ 7,000-11,000Rs 6-9 lacs
Types of Sandwich Courses
• Thick Sandwich• Thin Sandwich
Thick Sandwich
1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year
STUDY STUDY STUDYINTERNSHIP
Thin Sandwich
1st- 3rd semester (1.5 year)
4th semester
(6 months)
5th semester
(6 months)
6th semester
(6 months)
7th-8th semester (1 year)
STUDY INTERN
INTERN STUDY STUDY
Terms Fees Living Expenses Earning
Yr 1 £ 9000 £5500-7500 £ 5760 p.a
Yr 2 £ 9000 £5500-7500 £ 5760 p.a
Yr 3 Paid placement (1/4 of the fees)
£5500-7500 Stipend of £ 12000-15000
Yr 4 £ 9000 £5500-7500 £ 5760 p.a
Grand Total £ 30,000 (fees) + £24,000 (living expenses) – £28,000 (earning) = £ 26,000(approx)
Cost for Under-Graduate Students
Sep-NovSep-DecInternal ExamsDec 1st week
Christmas Break
Semester 1
Semester 2
June - August
15th Jan-Mar Easter Break (2 weeks)
Mar end - Jun
Vacations
Semester cycle: September
Sep-DecInternal ExamsDec 1st week
Christmas Break
Semester 1
Semester 2
June - August
15th Jan-Mar Easter Break (2 weeks)
Mar end - Jun
Vacations
Year 1 – Jan to Aug
Year 2 onwards:
Semester cycle: January
Apply through UCAS or Directly
Decision from the university
Unconditional offer Conditional Offer Reject
Fulfill the Conditions
Pay the Deposit to the Institution
Apply for Visa
Go to UK
Applying Procedure
UCAS (University and Colleges Admission Service)
• The central organization that processes applications for full time undergraduate courses at UK universities and Colleges.
• It represents 325 universities and colleges (2009)• Online application form • Middleman between university and agents/student.• Student can apply maximum of 5 choices on your application• Cost : a) 5 options -> £ 19 b) 1 option -> £ 12• UCAS has 2 options of ‘Extra‘ and ‘Clearing’ enabling students
to apply late or apply to other universities if they have been unsuccessful n first 5 applications.
• Deadline: 30th June (15tOct for Oxford & Cambridge)
Entry Requirements
• It depends upon the university but generally:
Year 12(CBSE) – 85% above with similar grades in the subjects of specialization (e.g. if a student is going for BEngg Mechanical Engineering then university expects similar grades in Mathematics & Physics as well).
Year 12(IB Board) - 29-31 (overall) Year 12(ALevels) – Generally 3 A’s English – IELTS -6.0 above or 75% in year 12 in English
(e.g. if a student is going for BEngg Mechanical Engineering then university expects similar grades in Mathematics & Physics as well).
Accommodation
• On Campus (University Managed Housing)
• Off Campus (Private Housing)
a) Catered: An apartment in which food is provided. b) Self Catered: an apartment in which guests can
take care of their own meal and laundry needs.
i) Shared: Shared kitchen and bathroom ii) En-Suite: Attached bathroom and shared kitchen iii) Studio: Attached bathroom and kitchen
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Bedroom 6Bedroom 5
Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2
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Layout (Shared Flat)
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 6Bedroom 5
Bedroom 4 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2
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Layout (En-Suite Flat)
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Bedroom 5Bedroom 4
Bedroom 3 Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 6
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Student Accommodation
Living ExpensesExpense In London Outside London
Accommodation £ 100 £ 70
Food £ 40 £ 20
Transport £ 20 £ 10
Phone £ 10 £ 10
Miscellaneous £ 30 £ 10
Total (Per week) £ 200 £ 120
Part Time Jobs
• Part Time -> 20 hrs/ week during Term time -> Full Time during vacations -> Average pay £6-7/hr -> Jobs related to Retail, Hospitality, BPO, Admin, Library etc.
• 20 Hrs (per week) * £6 = £ 120 p.w.
• 40 Hrs (per week) * £6 = £ 240 p.w.
• University assists in finding part time jobs.
After Course Completion
• All the international students who have studied Bachelors, Masters, Research, PGCE in UK or HND (only from Scotland) are eligible to apply for 2 years Post Study Work (PSW) visa which enables them to work anywhere in the UK.
• Average salary for graduates (with no experience) is approx £ 22,000 p.a.
• All the universities have a career centre which helps international students in finding job.
1 Year 2 Years
Study Work
Scholarships
• There are various scholarships offered for Indian students.
Details can be found on university website or http://www.britishcouncil.org/india-educationuk-scholarships.htm
• There are some scholarships offered by Ministry of HRD, Government of India.
• There are some private organizations like Tata, Sethna, Birla, Mahindra etc who also offer scholarships/financial aid to the Indian students.
Health & Welfare
• All international students in UK are entitled to free health care by NHS (National Health Services).
• All the universities have international welfare office which deals with the problems of international students.
• Police in UK takes special care of international students and university areas.
• All the employers in UK should have a license by the government to offer jobs to international candidates ensuring that students don’t get trapped with illegitimate employers.
Head Office
AEC – Abroad Education Consultants 1302-04, Ansal Tower, 38, Nehru Place New Delhi – 110 019
Tel: +91-11-4333 4444 Email: enquiry@aecoverseas.com www.aecoverseas.com
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