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A high degree of sophistication, a matchless
charm, and above all, educational quality that's backed by
centuries of tradition : the United Kingdom is just the
right place to give your career that global edge.
In addition to the hallowed Oxford and Cambridge, UK has a
large number of other universities which rank among the best
in the world and offer a wide range of courses.
One major advantage of U.K. education is its one-year
Masters Degree for almost all courses - saving you
considerable time and money. Also globally valued degree,
unlike those in other countries, most UK universities
recognize the Indian education system of 3 year graduation.
Details on all this, and lots more, are for you to get on
this site.
So, if you want to study in UK, choose
CAMPUS OVERSEAS, Calicut
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UK Educational System |
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British Education has long attracted and
welcomed high caliber students of different nationalities
and backgrounds, and today builds on hundreds of years of
experience in providing quality education to international
students. To ensure that the quality is maintained, Britain
has implemented unrivalled quality assurance and academic
audit systems. The university departments are obliged to
meet stringent standards by professional bodies. Standards
are high not just in teaching but in other facilities as
well : Libraries, computers, research equipment and living
accommodation.
British higher and further education provides value for
money by offering shorter, more intensive courses than are
available in many other countries, thereby reducing living
expenses and time spent away from home. Closely supervised
study in an intellectually and culturally stimulating
environment, together with an emphasis on student welfare
and close contact between staff and students also ensures
that individual students get maximum support and, as a
result, pass rates are high and the drop-out rate for
international students is very low.
Britain has long been a popular destination for Indian
students. With more than 150 institutes of higher education
to choose from, all equipped with extensive facilities,
Britain is able to offer a broad spectrum of subjects from
the highly academic to the purely practical in anything from
architecture to zoology.
For more details of the costs of education and living in UK
and comparisons of costs of education in UK with other
countries, check out the Expenses & Fees for International
Students section.
Details about various Qualifications offered by UK Colleges
and Universities:
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1. First Degree Courses in Arts and Sciences
(Bachelor's degree) are normally of three or four years'
duration and are largely taught courses, sometimes including
the preparation of a short written thesis.
2. Sandwich Courses are where the coursework is accompanied
by practical work. A student could either complete 2 years
of college, then a year of commercial training before
returning for a final year in college. Or, he/she could do a
4-year course with 3-6 months' training interspersed each
year. The main advantage is that the student gets real
experience while in the learning mode. Most universities
offer this type of education.
3. Higher National Diploma (HND) is awarded by Vocational
and Technical Educational Councils. They offer a 2-year
course in a vocational subject like scientific and technical
business subjects. Great emphasis is placed on work
experience. It is often seen as the first step towards a
degree course as the credits can be transferred.
4. Vocational Courses offer an opportunity to enter the
university system slowly. Business and Technology Education
Council (BTEC), General Vocational Qualifications (GNVQ),
General Scottish Vocational Qualifications (GSVQ) offer
recognized courses in a range of disciplines. Most students
opt to take 1-2 years of, for example, BTEC courses before
being transferred to a degree programme. BTEC national
certificates/diplomas are usually accepted as an alternative
to A-Levels.
5. Postgraduate study may take the form of an independent
piece of research under supervision or a taught course, and
leads to a variety of degrees and awards. The taught courses
normally last for one or sometimes two years. Completion of
a doctorate normally takes a minimum of three years. Many
post-experience courses are also available, either leading
to a qualification or providing a refresher course for
graduates wishing to update or extend their knowledge.
Occasional students are admitted by some institutions in
limited numbers. They attend courses or undertake research,
possibly for a period of one or two years. These courses do
not lead to any formal qualification or 'credit' although
certificate of satisfactory
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Bachelor Degree:
Most UK universities accept the three-year graduation system
for entry into the MBA programme. So, if you have a
three-year bachelor degree like Bachelor of Arts (BA),
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) or Bachelor of Science (BSc),
this is acceptable as it is considered equivalent to a
British Bachelor (Ordinary) Degree.
However, some universities may require an Honours degree.
This is usually equivalent to B.Com. (H), B.Sc. (H) or afour
year degree course like B.E.
For most good Universities, a good first degree from a
leading university in India or its equivalent is essential.
There are some universities that accept students for the MBA
without a bachelor degree if they have considerable work
experience and significant professional achievements.
Work Experience:
Most UK universities require a minimum of two to three years
of work experience. This is essential.
AMBA Accredited MBA Programs:
All AMBA accredited MBA programmes require a minimum of
three years of full-time work experience.
No Work Experience:
There are around five to six UK universities that accept
students who have no experience for direct entry into the
MBA programme.
There are many colleges in UK that offer University
affiliated MBA programs. They are much cheaper than
University MBA Programs. However, they have very small
campuses and very limited resources and faculty. It may be a
good idea to research these institutes well before you apply
to ensure that you do not end up applying to schools that
are not recognized
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Part-Time Work While
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U.K. is one of the few countries that
allows international students to work even outside the
campus. Students can work upto 20 hours per week during the
semester and full-time during vaccations.
Contrary to popular belief, students are able to obtain
part-time employment quite easily in bigger cities like
London and Birmingham. Students are entitled to work full
time during the holidays. There is no permission required
for most international students to take part-time and
vacation work. Students can take up placements or internship
placements, which are part of a 'sandwich course'.
Usually, most jobs are minimum wage jobs like work in fast
food joints and department stores. The higher paid jobs
involve working in call centres. You should also explore
opportunities available in your university.
Approximate part-time earnings: 5 - 8Pound Sterling per
hour.
You should not plan on earning substantial money from a
part-time job to help pay for your studies.
It is important to find a good internship opportunity during
your program. Not only do you get paid well if you work with
a good organisation but also, it increases your
employability on completion of the MBA program.
For further details about internships and part-time work
opportunities, contact the foreign student adviser at the
university, after you are enrolled
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