Study Abroad in UK

Why Study MBA in the UK?

• The UK has traditionally been one of the top destinations for overseas education and many students have a dream to study abroad in the UK.
• Its reputed universities and cosmopolitan environment make it one of the top hotspots for students on a global scale.
• Students prefer to study MBA in the UK as it has some of the best and oldest business schools in the world with impressive lists of alumni.
• B-schools in the UK offer MBA programs in various fields such as marketing, strategy, finance, and supply chain management.
• The UK provides a two-year stay back the option to students who have completed their education there in order to find a job and this is a huge boon for the students’ career prospects.
• While in the UK, students can also perfect their English as it is the home of the English language and they can network with their peers in these esteemed b-schools, which will bode them extremely well for their careers.

Most Reputed Universities in the UK:

UK has the oldest MBA universities in the world that are the hallmark of education. They provide world-class education and after gaining a degree from them, students can apply for employment in UK and in other countries. A few of the most reputed MBA institutions in the UK are:

1. University of Oxford
2. University of Cambridge
3. London School of Economics and Political Science
4. University of Warwick
5. University College London
6. University of Bristol
7. University of Bath
8. Lancaster University
9. CITY, University of London
10. Durham University
11. University of St. Andrews
12. University of Leeds
13. University of Edinburgh
14. Coventry University
15. Cardiff University
16. University of Strathclyde
17. University of Birmingham
18. Loughborough University
19. University of Manchester
20. University of Glasgow

Most Popular Fields of Study for International Students:

• Finance and Accounting
• Marketing
• Healthcare
• Information Systems
• Project Management
• International Business
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Program Duration & Cost of Education:

• An MBA from top universities in the UK lasts for one-year.
• The tuition fee for MBA programs in the UK ranges from GBP 15,000 – 50,000 per annum depending on the university.

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Programs in the UK:

• Completion of 10+2 years of education in addition to at least 3 years of post-secondary education.
• Standardized test scores of TOEFL/ IELTS/ PTE examinations.
• A valid GRE / GMAT score.
• A competitive grade point average or percentage of marks during graduation.
• Full-time, post-graduate work experience of at least three years.

Intakes & Application Deadlines:

• There are three intakes for MBA applications in universities in the UK – September, January, and April.
• The application deadlines are from six to nine months before the term begins.

Application Requirements:

Following are the requirements to apply for a master’s degree in the UK for international students:

1. A recognized undergraduate degree
2. A competitive GMAT or GRE score
3. At least three years of full-time, post-graduate work experience
4. A strong Motivational Letter or Statement of Purpose (SoP)
5. Academic and professional letters of recommendation
6. Certified academic transcripts
7. An English language proficiency test (IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE)

Documents Needed to Apply for Student Visa:

The student visa is called a Tier 4 General Visa in the UK and following are the details to apply for it:

• The visa application fee is GBP 348, which can be paid online, through demand draft or in cash at a bank.
• Students should have the following documents in order to apply for a student visa:

1. Tuberculosis Test Certificate if you’re from a country where the test is required.
2. Health Surcharge Reference Number – this also involves payment of an additional fee.
3. Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – this is your offer letter from a university.
4. Proof of funds to cover expenses for a period of nine months. The funds should be GBP 11,385 if the college is in London or GBP 9,135 if the college is in another city. If the funds are held under a parent’s name, then the student is required to provide proof of the relationship and also, the funds should have been with the student for at least 28 days before application.
5. A valid passport.
6. Proof of parental or other legal guardian consent if the student is below 18 years of age.
7. Proof of relationship with parents or other legal guardians if the student is below 18 years of age.
8. A blank page in the passport for visa stamping.
9. Additional documents may be required depending on the circumstances.