Study in United Kingdom
Complete your Master's in just one year at world-renowned universities
Why Study in United Kingdom?
Top reasons students choose this destination.
4 in Global Top 10
Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, and UCL are consistently top-ranked worldwide
1-Year Master's
Save time and money with shorter postgraduate programs compared to 2 years elsewhere
Graduate Route Visa
2-year post-study work visa (3 years for PhD graduates)
English-Language Environment
Study and live in the birthplace of the English language
Research Heritage
Centuries of academic excellence and groundbreaking research
Growing Indian Community
55,000+ Indian students with strong cultural connections
Best Cities in United Kingdom
Top destinations for international students to study, live, and build careers.
London
The world's leading financial centre and Europe's tech capital, London hosts Imperial College, UCL, KCL, and LSE. Unrivalled career opportunities in finance, consulting, tech, and creative industries. The city's incredible diversity, cultural offerings, and Indian community make it feel like a home away from home, despite the higher cost of living.
Manchester
A rapidly growing tech and creative hub, Manchester offers the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. Significantly cheaper than London with a thriving job market in tech, media (BBC, ITV), and financial services. The city has a strong Indian community, excellent nightlife, and is well-connected by rail to London.
Edinburgh
Scotland's capital is home to the University of Edinburgh, a global top-30 institution, and a growing fintech and data science hub. The city's stunning architecture, world-famous festivals, and compact walkable layout make it highly livable. Scotland's post-study work visa allows 2 years for graduates to find employment.
Birmingham
The UK's second-largest city has undergone major regeneration, with the University of Birmingham and Aston University as key institutions. Lower cost of living than London with strong industries in automotive, engineering, and professional services. Large South Asian community and excellent central location with fast rail links to London (1hr 20min).
Glasgow
Scotland's largest city offers the University of Glasgow and University of Strathclyde, with one of the most affordable costs of living among UK major cities. Strong industries in engineering, renewable energy, and fintech. Friendly culture, vibrant music scene, and Scotland's 2-year Graduate Route visa make it attractive for career-focused students.
Bristol
A creative and tech-forward city, Bristol hosts the University of Bristol (a Russell Group university) and is home to a thriving aerospace, animation, and tech sector. Companies like Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and numerous startups are based here. Excellent quality of life with a strong green and creative culture.
Top Ranked Universities
Reputed institutions ranked by trusted global agencies.
QS World 2025
Imperial College London
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University of Oxford
QS World 2025
University of Cambridge
QS World 2025
University College London (UCL)
QS World 2025
University of Edinburgh
QS World 2025
University of Manchester
QS World 2025
King's College London (KCL)
QS World 2025
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Tuition Fee Ranges
Cost comparison by institution type — shown in both local currency and INR.
Russell Group (Research-intensive)
₹21L–₹47.3L
£20,000–£45,000
- Oxford
- Cambridge
- Imperial
- UCL
- Edinburgh
- Manchester
Post-92 Universities
₹12.6L–₹18.9L
£12,000–£18,000
- Coventry
- Birmingham City
- De Montfort
Specialist Institutions
₹26.3L–₹78.8L
£25,000–£75,000
- London Business School
- Royal College of Art
Employment
Work opportunities for students.
During Studies
Up to 20 hrs/week during term time. Unlimited during vacations (degree level or above).
After Graduation
Graduate Route visa — 2 years (apply by Dec 31, 2026), 18 months (from Jan 1, 2027). 3 years for PhD graduates.
Expected Salaries
Average salary ranges by field.
Visa Process
Step-by-step visa application for United Kingdom.
Get CAS
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from a licensed UK sponsor
Apply Online
Via UK Visas & Immigration website
Pay Visa Fee
£524 (₹55,020)
Pay IHS
Immigration Health Surcharge — approximately £776/year (₹81,480/year)
Attend Biometrics
At VFS Centre in India
Submit Documents
Passport, CAS, financial evidence, TB test certificate, IELTS/PTE score
Receive Decision
Typically within 3 weeks of application
Estimated Expenditure
Breakdown of costs in both local currency and INR.
| Item | Local Currency | INR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (average) | £15,000–£35,000/year | ₹15.75L–₹36.75L |
| Living (London) | £12,006 (9 months) | ₹12.6L |
| Living (Outside London) | £9,207 (9 months) | ₹9.67L |
| IHS | £776/year | ₹81,480 |
| Visa Fee | £524 (one-time) | ₹55,020 |
| Total Per Year | £28,000–£48,000 | ₹29.4L–₹50.4L |
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United Kingdom FAQs
Commonly asked questions about studying here.
Most universities require IELTS (minimum 6.0–7.0) or PTE Academic. Some accept Medium of Instruction (MOI) letters.
Tuition (as stated on CAS) + living costs: £1,334/month (London) or £1,023/month (outside London) for 9 months.
Yes, but funds must be in the student's or parent's account for 28 consecutive days before application.
Yes, most taught Master's programs are 12 months (September to September). Research Master's may be 2 years.
September (main intake). January is available for some programs.
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