The highest level in a British secondary school is called. The system of higher education in the UK

25.04.2020

Today, 400 thousand students, for various reasons, receive education in Britain on the programs of British educational institutions located outside the country - this is cheaper, and often turns out to be closer to home. But still, a significant number of students value the experience of living in this country no less than the diploma they received, and that is why they dream of studying in the UK.

Everyone who chooses to study in the UK is well aware that they are taking a confident step towards a successful career at this moment.

UK education system

The education system in Great Britain in the form in which it exists today developed in the middle of the 20th century. Then the country faced serious global challenges, which required a significant number of qualified personnel to answer. First of all, the education reform in Britain affected technical specialties and institutions.

At the same time, school education became universal and free, which it is to this day - although, of course, the choice remains, and if desired, instead of a free public school, parents can send their child to a paid private school.

In addition, the most important task was to make education in the UK for foreigners the first in the world in terms of attractiveness. We can confidently say that Britain has coped with this task: today 157 higher education institutions have the right to award bachelor's and master's degrees within the country and more than 550 - outside the country.

The education system in Britain includes the following levels (the names are given in Russian and in English):

Preparation for school - pre-school;
Primary and secondary school education - elementary / secondary school;
University Preparation - A-level, International Foundation, International Baccalaureate
Vocational training - further education;
The first higher education is a bachelor's degree, baccalaureate;
Second higher education - magistracy, masters;
Postgraduate studies, research programs - doctorate.

In general, studies in the UK begin at the age of 4-5, and can continue throughout life, the levels of study and programs offered to students of different ages are so diverse. This is how British education implements the concept of life-long education - education that lasts a lifetime.

UK higher education

Higher education in the UK is one of the best and most successful British brands, bringing long-term benefits to both individuals and society as a whole, so it is always under the close supervision of the state. Development and strengthening of the system higher education in the UK is an important part of the country's politics.

The British education system is unique in that the country's universities not only provide the highest quality of student training and large-scale research, but also demonstrate commercial success. Not surprisingly, every year UK education attracts significant amounts of private funding. This allows not only to improve the material and technical equipment and infrastructure, but also to create scholarship funds for the best foreign students who are interested in studying in Britain.

A student who has completed higher education programs in the UK receives one of the following degrees:

Bachelor of Science or Arts - BSc/BA. The name of the degree in English is bachelor;
Master of Science or Arts - MSc/MA. The name of the degree in English is master;
Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Science with an indication of the field - PhD / EdD, DBA, etc. The name of the degree in English is doctor.

Although in Russia the first two types of degrees have been awarded for more than 10 years, for many, these names are still unusual and even sound a little old-fashioned. Which, however, is not surprising, because in Europe these degrees began to be awarded during the late Middle Ages, and today they are a tribute to the classical academic tradition and a symbol of the continuity of eras.

More about educational system Great Britain, levels and degrees of Great Britain (in English, degrees).

Concerning educational programs- their choice is huge. Programs - educational, applied, sandwich panels - a huge variety of programs and options for their passage. Practical and theoretical bias. – Thus, higher education in Britain is indeed multifaceted and diverse.

The grading system in the UK differs from that adopted in Russia and in many other countries of the world. The grading system for undergraduate and honors programs is described in detail here.

Education in Britain is always brilliant knowledge, the contribution of graduates to science and culture. Education in Britain is always brilliant knowledge, the contribution of graduates to science and culture.

Education system in England

The English education system is one of the oldest and most successful in Europe and the world. It is in England that the historically first universities of the country are located, which began work in the 13-14th centuries. Getting an education in England means not only acquiring a range of general and professional knowledge and skills, but also revealing your creative potential in any subject area.

Education in England

Conservatism and unshakable adherence to traditions are integral features of English culture. However, in the case of the educational system in England, these cultural characteristics have served well. It is in the traditions that many of the competitive advantages of English education, which are important in the modern world, originate.

The education system of England today combines classical traditions and an innovative approach to research, the organization of the work of educational institutions, and the selection of students. So, in educational institutions in England to this day they study the basic provisions of the ancient classical sciences - rhetoric, logic, philosophy - but not in their pure form, but as part of a mandatory program for developing basic transferable skills. As a result, graduates acquire the knowledge and practical skills necessary for successful employment and careers.

Education in England is a very intensive process and requires the maximum return from the student. Unlike many European countries, the education system in England involves a significant number of programs shortened in time. So, a bachelor's degree in Britain is obtained in 3 years, and a master's degree in a number of disciplines can be obtained in just a year instead of two, but you will also have to study twice as fast at this time. This practice is very common in MBA programs.

Higher education in England

Students going to study abroad in England will need to get used to new realities for them academic life. The educational system of England is very different from the Russian one in everything - from the choice of the future specialty and program and the admission process to the methods and everyday practices of teaching and the grading system.

In order to study in England at the first higher, bachelor's degree, a Russian school certificate is not enough. The prospective student needs either one year of Russian university or university preparation programs A level or Foundation.

You can enter the master's program with a bachelor's degree or a specialist's degree, which is recognized in the UK. In some cases, additional training is required before admission.

Admission to graduate school is possible with a master's degree.

Academic year in England lasts 9 months. Start school year in England- as a rule, in autumn, in September-October or in winter - in February. Grades in England are most often set according to the country's generally accepted system of degrees of distinction (Honours).

Education in England for adults - and the British, and even more so foreigners - is always paid. but the best students may be eligible for partial or full funding. Read more about this here.

The higher education system in England generally corresponds to the UK higher education system. Students have a wide choice of subject areas, levels of education, degree of practical or theoretical orientation of training.

Higher education in England for foreigners

Opportunities to get an education in England for foreigners are very wide - from short-term courses to full-fledged master's and postgraduate programs.

The most popular courses in England are language courses, but in the summer universities offer numerous programs for both students and adults who want to undergo advanced training or professional retraining.

Work and study in England

In England, international students can work up to 20 hours a week while studying.

Education in England for students from Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus

For students from the CIS countries, when applying to universities, it is important to find out whether the education documents they have are recognized in Britain and what level of education they correspond to. For example, a Russian specialist is more than a bachelor's degree, but less than a master's degree. It follows that in programs close to the previous education, the study time can be reduced by a year, which will reduce tuition fees and convert faster. English education stable and high wages.

Higher education in Great Britain has a rich history, starting with the founding of Oxford in the 12th century, and a little later, Cambridge universities. Today, over 300 universities operate in England. You can get an education in the higher schools of the United Kingdom in any specialty.

Modern British education provides international qualifications and is renowned for its excellence in a wide range of subjects. Centuries-old traditions are combined with the latest methodological pedagogical developments and excellent technical equipment of educational buildings - this is how the famous English quality. An English university degree is recognized in more than 180 countries around the world and opens up excellent career opportunities.

Structure high school It is represented by three degrees: bachelor's, master's and doctoral studies. There is also a separate business education - MBA.

Despite the fact that all universities in the UK are supervised by the Department of Education and Science, there are slight differences in educational systems. Thus, in England it takes three years to obtain a bachelor's degree, in Scotland - four. Many universities provide the opportunity to do an internship during training. In this case, the total duration of study increases by a year. Some specialties related to medicine, dentistry and architecture will require a longer bachelor's degree - up to 7 years. Master Program lasts 1-2 years, depending on the specialty.

Top Universities in England

From year to year, universities in the UK occupy the first lines in the world rankings. So, according to the Times Higher Education ranking World University Rankings 2019, the top 500 universities in the world include 58 British universities. The top ten are traditionally Cambridge, Oxford and Imperial College London. Most schoolchildren, dreaming of studying at an English university, most often imagine themselves to be students of these famous educational institutions. In practice, it is not only difficult to enter them, but very difficult - the competition, depending on the faculty, is up to 12 people per place. But before applying to any English university, the Russian student will also need to level the differences between the school certificate of the Russian Federation and the UK.

How can Russians enter a British university?

Unfortunately for Russian applicants, getting into a British university after graduating from a Russian school is impossible. The reason lies in the discrepancy between educational systems: English students spend 13 years at school, while our compatriots spend 11.

In order to compensate for the "gap", you can:

Study for 1 year at a Russian university, after which to enter the British. This option can be called the most risky - such applicants have a low chance of being enrolled.
Pass the training in program Foundation, which lasts 1 year and allows you to improve your knowledge of English, as well as "pull up" profile disciplines. The Foundation Certificate is accepted by most British universities, but not all. So before choosing this program, it is better to make sure that the university you are interested in is considering applications from applicants with this type of certificate.
Enter a British high school and study there for 2 years by program Advanced Level (A-level) Program or International Baccalaureate Program (IB). The first program is more narrowly focused and is suitable for those who have already decided on their future specialty. IB provides training in a wider range of subjects. Both versions of the certificates are accepted by all higher education institutions in the UK. In fact, you become an English student and will enter the university on a par with the British.

UK university enrollment

The process of admission to universities in the UK is unified and carried out centrally through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). All applicants, including Russians, fill out a special form that contains the following data:

GCSE score, or the score that a student expects to receive in exams.
A small essay (personal statement) in which the student talks about his professional plans, justifying the need to study in this area.
List of universities, in the amount of not more than 6 institutions, in which the applicant would like to enter.

Universities receive applications from applicants and report their decision. Since applications are submitted no later than January, when the final exams have not yet been passed, admission is usually “conditional”. After the applicant receives the results of the final exams, we can talk about the actual admission.

As a rule, applicants calculate their strength in advance - every year in the UK a ranking of universities is published, which indicates the passing scores. For Oxford and Cambridge, they traditionally amount to 100 points (the maximum possible result), but for enrollment it is also necessary to pass exams at the university itself and pass a personal interview. By the way, applications to these educational giants should be sent no later than September of the previous year.

The cost of higher education in the UK

The cost of higher education in the UK is the highest in Europe. However, studying at British universities is considered so prestigious that this does not stop foreigners. It is also worth considering the possibility of obtaining a bachelor's degree in 3 years: reducing the total time of study can significantly save on education. Prices for a year of study range from 10,000 to 22,000 pounds (depending on the university and faculty). The most affordable are the humanities faculties: the price rarely exceeds £12,000. Technical specialties will cost about £17,000. For business specialties (economics, political science, law, management), the price tag in leading universities reaches up to £20,000. Physicians are on a par with them. 17,000-22,000 pounds per year - this is the cost of the highest medical education in England.

An important item of expenditure is accommodation: most English universities provide hostels only for first-year students. After that, students will have to decide the issue of living on their own, which can be very costly. So, renting an apartment in London will cost about £900.

You can reduce the cost of higher education in England with the help of scholarships and grants, which can be found on the website of the same admission committee UCAS. Often, there are separate programs for students from Russia and the CIS countries.

5 categories of British universities

When choosing a British university, it is important to know which category it belongs to. All universities in the UK can be divided into 5 categories, depending on when they were founded. Universities in England, created at about the same time, have many common features, although, of course, each university is unique and has its own advantages.

Ancient Universities- created before the beginning of the 17th century, in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

University of Oxford - founded in 1167
University of Cambridge - founded in 1209
University of St Andrews - founded in 1413
University of Glasgow - founded 1451
University of Aberdeen - founded in 1495
University of Edinburgh - founded in 1583

Red Brick Universities- Initially, this group included only 6 “civilian” universities based in large industrial cities of Great Britain, which received the status of universities before the start of World War II. The main difference between these universities and Ancient Universities was their practical rather than academic focus.

University of Birmingham
University of Bristol
University of Leeds
University of Liverpool
University of Manchester
University of Sheffield

Currently, this category includes all universities that are members of the so-called Russel Group, which was a collaboration of 20 universities in the UK (previous 6 and 14 below), which received government grants and state support. The Commonwealth of these universities got its name from the name of the hotel where their first informal meetings took place - the Russel Hotel in Russel Square in London.

University of Leicester
University of Newcastle Upon Tyne
University of Nottingham
Queen's University of Belfast
University of Reading
University of Southampton
University of Swansea

University of Wales (Aberystwyth)
University of Wales (Bangor)
Cardiff University
University of Dundee
University of Exeter
University of Hull
University of Wales (Lampeter)

Plate Glass Universities- English universities established between 1963 and 1992 (mostly in the 60s). The name of this category reflects their modern architecture at that time, contrasting with the universities of the previous categories - Red Brick and Ancient.

Aston University
University of Bath
University of Bradford
Brunel University
city university
Cranfield University
University of East Anglia
University of Essex
Heriot-Watt University
Keele University
University of Kent

Lancaster University
Loughborough University
University of Salford
University of Stirling
University of Strathclyde
University of Surrey
University of Sussex
University of Warwick
University of Ulster
University of York

New Universities— former polytechnics England, which received university status in 1992 in accordance with the Further and Higher Education Act 1992.

University of Abertay Dundee
Anglia Ruskin University
Bath Spa University
University of Bedfordshire
Birmingham City University
University of Bolton
Bournemouth University
University of Brighton
University of Central Lancashire
Coventry University
De Montfort University
University of Derby
University of East London
Edge Hill University
University of Glamorgan
Glasgow Caledonian University

University of Gloucestershire
University of Greenwich
University of Hertfordshire
University of Huddersfield
Kingston University
Leeds Metropolitan University
University of Lincoln
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool John Moores University
London Metropolitan University
London South Bank University
Manchester Metropolitan University
Middlesex University
Napier University
Northumbria University
University of Northampton

Nottingham Trent University
Oxford Brookes University
University of Plymouth
University of Portsmouth
Robert Gordon University
Roehampton University
Sheffield Hallam University
staffordshire university
Southampton Solent University
University of Sunderland
University of Teesside
Thames Valley University
University of the West of England
University of the West of Scotland
University of Westminster
University of Wolverhampton

Recently Created Universities — former colleges, which received university status in 2005.

Canterbury Christ Church University
University of Chester
University of Chichester
Queen Margaret University
University of Winchester
York St John University
University of Cumbria

In the recent past, young people from Moscow and other cities, as well as the CIS countries, could not imagine that they could enter the universities of England. And today, every hardworking student can realize the dream of studying in the UK. Every year over 1000 students from all over the world come here to get higher education in England.

How are universities in England different from universities in other countries?

The British educational system has its own characteristics. You will not be able to enter English universities, having exclusively school knowledge, even if you have all the necessary certificates and diplomas. You can become a student only after passing the A-Level or Foundation programs.

For many Russian applicants, the cost of higher education in England is another cause for concern, but if you wish, you can choose a university whose tuition fees are comparable to the rates of educational institutions in Moscow.

Local educational programs allow you to get a diploma for more short term. What can you focus on? In particular, the undergraduate program takes 3 years, and the master's - one.

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Features of admission to universities in the UK

If you are planning to study in the UK, you must complete one of the following preparation programs:

A Level . The preparation continues for 2 years. It is intended for graduates of English secondary schools. Training program is compiled depending on the chosen specialization of the university. As a rule, it includes 3-4 disciplines. Exams at the end of the A-Level will be the entrance to the university.

To enter the program, a Russian student must:

prepare an extract of school grades for the last academic year;
pass the IELTS language test with a score of at least 5.5.

foundation. The program is specially prepared for foreign students who did not finish school in England. Training lasts 1 year, but is conducted according to a more intense schedule. Students study not only disciplines in their specialty, but also actively learn the language. It makes sense to choose the Foundation program of the university where you plan to enter.

For admission to the program, a Russian student must:

provide a certificate of completion secondary school with positive marks;
pass the IELTS language test with a score of at least 4.5.

Stages of study in the UK higher education system

Undergraduate - I stage of British higher education. In Russia, this degree was established only in 1993 after joining the so-called Bologna Declaration. The two-tier system (bachelor's + master's) appeared in our country only in 2002, while in England it has existed for several centuries. Basic knowledge (corresponding to the program of the first-second course Russian universities) UK students receive during pre-university training. Due to this, the duration of undergraduate studies is only 3 years.

Master's degree is the second stage of British higher education. This program is called postgraduate. This step in England immediately follows the first higher education. Bachelor's and master's programs are most often considered by Russian employers as two parts of one educational process. In the UK, these programs have a clear separation and are independent and independent. The difference between the master's degree in England and the Russian education system is the duration of training - only 1 year. Therefore, very strict requirements are imposed on those students who wish to become participants in this program, because in just one year the applicant must receive a large amount of knowledge.

Postgraduate studies are the last step in the British higher education system. Like a master's degree, PhD in England is an element of postgraduate education. Level research work and the depth of teaching of this program is comparable to the Russian doctoral studies.

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One of the most developed, thoughtful and best in the world is the education system in England, despite its some conservatism. It was formed over several centuries, and still obeys the strict quality standards that have been formed over all this time.

English education at all levels - school, secondary vocational (post-school) or university - is rated quite highly by both the students themselves and their future employers. It is thanks to such popularity and high appreciation that many countries have adopted the main aspects of the UK educational system.

Features of the educational system of England

One of the first important documents regulating this issue was the "Law on Education" of 1944.. He mainly dealt with school education, but also determined the entire educational system in principle.

In England, education is compulsory for all citizens aged 5-16. Education up to 5 years depends on the opinion of the parents, and after 16 years - the student himself. You can study for free at public educational institutions in England or for a fee at private schools (almost always these are boarding houses where students also live during their studies).

In general, the education system in England consists of four levels:

primary education or Elementary School - for children 5-11 years old,
secondary education in England or Secondary School - for students aged 11-16,
post-secondary education or Further Education - for students aged 16-18,
higher education.

Some educational levels can be completed in some educational institutions without moving from one to another, and some - only in specialized institutions. Below we will consider in detail the main levels of education in England.

Preschoolers in England

Before starting school, 3-4 year olds can go to nursery or kindergarten. There, kids are developed with the help of games, they begin to learn to count, write and read. There are so-called full-cycle schools where children are trained from 3 to 18 years old. Preschool, like everyone else, can be private and public.

For children from the age of 5, preparatory classes are organized in private or public elementary schools, and this education is already mandatory.

Schooling in England

Most children in England go to school at the age of 5 training courses, after which at the age of 7 they begin to study at elementary school and at the age of 11 they go to secondary school. Moreover, secondary education can be obtained either in the same institution where you studied before, or in a college.

While the child is learning elementary school, subjects are chosen by parents. Children study English, history, mathematics, geography, art, music and some other disciplines.

Secondary education in England is only compulsory until the age of 16., then the student decides for himself whether to stop studying and start working or continue studying in order to study at the university. All schools prepare children for the General Certificate of Education (GCSE) or Certificate of Vocational Qualification (GNVQ).

Education in schools in England provides for a 38-week academic year. The trimesters are separated by holidays, 6 weeks in the summer and 2-3 weeks each for the Christmas and Easter holidays. There is also a week break in the middle of each trimester. Usually training in schools provides for her attendance 5 days a week.

Schools can be divided by gender: there are mixed educational institutions, where boys and girls study together, and there are separate schools - separately for girls and boys. Adherents of separate and blended learning always have their own compelling arguments that determine the benefits of one or another type of school.

After graduation

In England, in order to enter a university or continue to study at a college for higher education, the usual GCSE certificate is not enough, and therefore students undergo the so-called post-secondary education in order to pass the A-Level exam.

To pass the A-Level exam, a two-year course of study is provided, during which exams are taken at the end of each academic year. First, 4-5 subjects are selected for study, and when moving to the second year of study - 3-4 disciplines. Choosing the right subjects, the student himself determines his further specialization.

Usually students from other countries who come to study in England begin their studies with the A-Level program.

An alternative to this course for international students is foundation program, intensive training for which lasts only a year. At the same time, students pay attention to one or two subjects, as well as learning the language in order to understand the English academic university vocabulary in the future.

Professional education (Further education) in England includes courses vocational training or certain courses for a bachelor's degree. In general, the term professional education» designate courses for those graduates who complete their studies after the age of 16.

Higher education institutions in England

After successful delivery A-Level exam graduates can go to receive professional or higher education. In fact, final exams are also entrance exams.

Higher education in England can be obtained at a university, institute or polytechnic college, where the achievement of a scientific or doctoral degree is expected. This includes bachelor's degree courses, postgraduate programs and MBA programs.

English higher education is paid both for foreigners and for its citizens, however, the fee for it is different for some and others (for foreigners the cost is higher). In England, there are about 700 educational institutions where you can get degrees.

Universities in England are divided into unitary and collegiate. Unitary universities include departments and faculties, while collegiate universities unite several dozen colleges. The latter include the most famous and prestigious Oxford and Cambridge university s.

In higher educational institutions, English students begin to study from October. Trimesters usually last about 8-10 weeks. Summer holidays always start on June 1st and last until September 30th. As in Russian universities, the main forms of work are seminars, lectures and laboratory work. Tutorials are also held, where for small groups of students (2-10 people) a tutor (teacher) conducts his own classes.

At successful learning at the university you can get the first or higher degree. To obtain the first degree, the course of study lasts 3-4 years, in the field of medicine - 6 years. After receiving the first degree - bachelor - and continuing studies or performing research work, it is possible to obtain a master's degree.

The Doctor of Science degree is awarded for outstanding, invaluable contributions to science. Inventions or research for practical application universities also encourage the award of doctoral degrees.

Higher education institutions in the UK occupy the top lines in all rankings top universities peace. Nobility, wisdom, conciseness, intelligence, good manners - all this is inherent in the British, which is why they deserved the honor and respect of all countries without exception several centuries ago. British universities are famous for the highest quality education, which is considered one of the most prestigious in the world, so it is here that the most worthy of the worthy study.

Education system

Studying in the UK starts early. Three-year-olds are sent to Nursery school, this is an analogue of our kindergarten, but a significant part of the time is devoted to education and development. From the age of 5, children go to a two-year preparatory school for elementary grades- Pre-preparatory school), from 7 to 11 years old - primary school (Primary, Elementary or Preparatory school). From the age of 11, secondary school begins, where children study until the age of 16 and, as a result, take the final exams for a certificate of secondary education - GCSE. This certificate is sufficient to start self-employment, but does not give the right to enter higher education institutions.

And finally - the last two classes of preparation for entering the university: A-Level. By this moment, schoolchildren have already decided where they will enter and choose 3-5 disciplines, which they study intensively for two years. A-Level final exams are also considered university entrance exams. Requirements for assessments depend on the prestige of the university and the competition. For example, for admission to Cambridge, all subjects must be passed to maximum score. Higher education in the UK, as in most countries of the world, is divided into a bachelor's program (3-4 years) and a master's program (1-2 years).

Secondary education for UK citizens is compulsory and free. A-Level and university studies are paid, both for citizens of the country and for foreigners.

Education in the UK

Schools in the UK

The choice of a school in the UK is treated very responsibly, often with an eye on future profession, since there are many specializations even at the level of secondary education, and the earlier you start, the more likely you are to enter a prestigious university.

First of all, schools are divided into public and private, boarding schools are also distinguished among private ones. Educational standards in the country are very high, so that the state school is inferior to the private only in technical equipment. Also, in private schools, there are fewer students in the class, and teachers have more opportunities to give individual attention to each. In boarding houses, children live on the territory of the school under the supervision of educators (the minimum period of study is 1 year), there are separate boarding houses for boys and girls. Many private schools and boarding schools have links with the country's leading universities and purposefully prepare for admission.

The British education system was formed many centuries ago and is still considered one of the best, it is successfully adopted by other countries.

Great choice in the UK special schools. For example, grammatical with a bias in academic knowledge. It trains future teachers and researchers. There are applied schools - for those who intend to master a working specialty.

All training takes place in English, there are no Russian-language schools for foreigners in the UK. For admission, you need a certificate with grades from Russian school and a certificate confirming knowledge of English (TOEFL or IELTS).

For foreign students who plan to enter British universities, there are international colleges- International Colleges, where only foreign students aged 14-18 are accepted, where they catch up with the British high school program and prepare for admission. As a rule, after college there are no problems with admission.

The cost of studying in the British public primary school for foreign students - from 5000 GBP per year, in private schools, and even more so in boarding houses - more expensive: from 7000 GBP per year. The A-Level program costs from 10,000 GBP per course. Prices on the page are for November 2018.

Last school stage is a special preparation for the university, which lasts 2 years after graduation from high school (for those who did not go to professional education). Young people again have the right to choose about five subjects that correspond to their further specialization at the university. After this preparation, the doors of the best universities in the country open up for schoolchildren.

Higher education

The UK Department of Education provides applicants with the right to choose: university, technical institute or college.

Colleges of higher education provide a bachelor's degree. By and large, these are professional courses, after which young people become specialists in a particular field. The disadvantage of such an education is that students who have completed their studies at the college do not have the opportunity to enter the magistracy, graduate school and MBA.

Technical institutes are valuable for those who have chosen for themselves any narrow specialization, since it is better to immediately study at a specialized university. At ordinary universities, for two years, students study general subjects, and in subsequent years profile. Moreover, British students have the opportunity to attend lectures and seminars from other faculties in order to then pass the exam and receive a double degree. the best British universities are the famous Cambridge and Oxford.

study in British universities traditionally 4-5 years, in some faculties, for example, medical and architectural - up to 7 years.

Higher education is paid for both its citizens and foreigners. Students who are citizens of the country can study on debt, which they begin to repay only after receiving a diploma and getting a job with a minimum wage of 21,000 GBP per year. If this does not happen, there is no need to repay the debt. Recently, more and more deputies in parliament are inclined to increase the cost of education. Such initiatives are unpopular among students.

All higher education in the UK is paid - both for local residents and for foreign students.

The cost of higher education in the UK for international students is higher than for citizens of the country. In particular, a year of study at Oxford will cost from 15,000 to 23,000 GBP per year, depending on the chosen specialty, plus a fee of about 7,000 GBP. Benefits are provided only for those who have previously unlearned in British school, there is also the opportunity to win a grant.

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Cambridge university

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One of the oldest and largest English universities, the University of Cambridge was founded in 1209. Already in the 13th century. in Cambridge formed humanitarian, legal, theological and medical faculties. From that time to this day, Cambridge has consistently ranked highest in the world university rankings, competing with Oxford for the title of the best university.