Why UK is Top choice for Study Abroad destination among Indian Students

The UK is home to some of the world-renowned universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and the London School of Economics that offer world-recognized qualifications and cutting-edge research opportunities. What adds to the attraction are the various scholarships, strong industry links and post-study work industries.

The United Kingdom has remained a top choice for Indian students who are seeking to pursue their higher studies from abroad thanks to the prestigious universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College London. The degrees from the UK hold a significant value in the international job market.

UK universities offer an inclusive and multicultural environment where one finds students from diverse cultures. Indian student finds it easy to adapt to the environment. Moreover, UK universities offer many scholarships and financial aid opportunities for international students. Collaborative moves between India and the UK aim to enhance student mobility and broaden learning horizons.

Director South India, British Council - Janaka Pushpanathan shared the main reasons why the country is the top choice among the Indian students.

UK universities offer a wide range of UG and PG programs for Indian students who are looking for quality education abroad. Students get to learn the real-world skills essential for thriving in a competitive job market through the state-of-the-art facilities, a focus on cutting-edge research, and a highly qualified faculty. She added that four UK Universities rank amongst the top ten globally according to the QS World Rankings 2024, as reported by India Today.

Scholarship opportunities offered by UK Universities

The UK offers various forms of financial assistance and scholarships for Indian and international students. These scholarships alleviate the financial burden for students, and some of the scholarships also cover up to 100 per cent of study expenses. The scholarships pave the way for brighter futures and global careers.

Janaka Pushpanathan said that over the past three years, the British Council has disbursed scholarships worth over GBP six million to Indian students. Various scholarship programmes provide opportunities for students seeking financial aid for specific courses or universities. Some of the prominent scholarships include the India Chevening programme, GREAT scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships, Women in STEM scholarships, and the Charles Wallace India Trust scholarships.

Indians remained the top nationality in 2023 in the UK, obtaining over a quarter of study visas-133,237, as per the data from the UK Home Office. The UK offers comprehensive one-year postgraduate programmes, leading to savings in tuition fees, rent, and living expenses.

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