United Kingdom

By Joy.Hunter@tim…, 26 March, 2025

How to get a UK student visa

The UK is a top study destination for international students because it is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Students often think the process of securing a visa is difficult, feeling overwhelmed by various deadlines and the need to produce supporting documents. But you shouldn’t let that put you off studying abroad. Once the visa process is complete, the experience of studying abroad will outweigh any headaches you may have faced during the visa application process.

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By grace.mccabe, 6 March, 2025

What is the Russell Group? 

The Russell Group is an association that represents 24 public research universities in the UK. The group believes that “people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges. Through world-class research and education, we are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities, and a better future for the UK”.

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 14 February, 2025

When you think about classic, beautiful university buildings, the UK will usually be one of the first countries you think of. Home to some of the oldest universities in the world, many of its universities have been used as filming locations for period dramas and epic films. 

Here at Times Higher Education Student we have thought long and hard about which universities are deemed the most beautiful in the UK, with rolling green spaces, and Gothic and modern buildings. 

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 28 November, 2024

Do bankers deserve the pay they receive?

Your answer to this question may not actually cut any bankers’ bonuses, but it could secure you a place at one of the best universities in the world. 

The University of Oxford interview process is often perceived as a way to catch prospective students out, but this isn't actually the case. Instead the aim of the interview is to determine how students approach questions in their chosen field of study and how they think critically about the answers. 

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By grace.mccabe, 15 July, 2024

Australia and the UK are popular destinations for international students because of their highly ranked universities and exciting student lifestyle. To help you choose between studying in Australia or the UK, we’ve included each step of the application process, as well as the differences in course structures and student life to help you choose which country might be more suitable for you.

By grace.mccabe, 5 July, 2024

The Labour Party’s victory in the 2024 general election heralds a new era for education and immigration policies, with implications for students and higher education institutions.  

As Labour takes governmental power for the first time since 2010, this article delves into the party’s proposed reforms, focusing on the impact on higher education and immigration policies affecting international students and universities. 

By grace.mccabe, 1 July, 2024

The UK and the US are home to some of the world’s most prestigious universities. Both nations attract thousands of international students a year and for good reason. 

However, even if you are planning to apply to both countries it's important to note that there are some key differences between them, such as application processes, costs and how degrees are structured.

We’ve compiled a comparison of the differences between universities in the UK and the US, so you can choose the country that suits you the best.