Masters in the UK

The UK is an excellent place for Indian students to complete their post graduation. According to HESA, India ranks second from where most international students come to the UK to complete higher education. The maximum number of international students pursuing postgraduate degrees in the UK choose to study the Master’s degree course.

Why Master in the UK

There are endless advantages of completing a master’s degree from the UK. The experience that students gain while studying there is truly remarkable, and helps students excel in their careers in numerous ways. Here are some of the great benefits of a master’s degree from a UK institution.

Short Master’s program

Completion of the Masters in the UK usually takes 12 to 18 months, which is much less compared to other study destinations. It means that you can save time and money to finish your degree and become eligible for applying for jobs in less time.

2-year post-study work permit

After completing your Master’s degree, you can stay back in the UK for up to 2 years, and gain valuable job experience and explore your chances to settle in the UK.

Quality Education

The UK is home to some of the best universities and colleges in the world. Eighty-four uk universities have been placed among the top institutions by QS world rankings for the year 2020.

English language

English is spoken all across the UK. You will be able to refine your English language skills and boost your career prospects.

Research opportunities

UK Universities are renowned in the world for research and offer several research-focused study programs at the Master’s level.

Types of Masters in the UK

Typically, in the UK, you can take two types of masters, the choice of which depends on the student’s goals.

Taught Master’s degree

A lot of Master’s programs require theoretical knowledge, hence delivered through a series of lectures, seminars, or modules. For example, Master of Science (MSc), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Engineering (MEng) and Master of Business Administration (MBA). These programs are generally shorter and may take 1, 1.5, or 2 years to complete.

Research Master’s degrees

Research master’s degrees are more independent and focus their research work under the guidance of a supervisor. Research masters are best for students who want to gain more advanced knowledge as well as want to gain experience of what they would do if they later did PhD.

Masters in the UK without IELTS

Understanding of the English Language is necessary for a UK study visa, and it is required for CAS too. Completing Masters in the UK without IELTS is actually possible! Although most UK universities and colleges accept IELTS test results as evidence of applicant's ability to communicate in English, it is not the only way they use to gauge student's proficiency in the English language. They may conduct an interview or consider the applicant’s performance in the English subject in previous classes to allow him/her study in their institution. Typically students required 6.5 bands for post graduation in the UK.

Steps to apply for a Masters in the UK

Choose an institution

The first step to study in the UK is to find a university or college and a study program that you want to pursue. For this, you can take help of Pyramid’s experienced study visa experts.

Meet requirements for CAS

Before receiving a study visa, you will need to obtain a CAS letter from a UK institution. The criteria for CAS depend on many factors, including the institution and study program you choose. Again, Pyramid eServices has strong tie-ups with several UK institutions and can obtain CAS for you quickly.

Apply for UK Study Visa

Most probably to study in the UK, you will require a tier 4 study visa. For which you have to meet the requirements. The essential documents that you will need are

• Your valid passport
• Confirmation of Acceptance from a UK institution
• Proof that you have enough money to support your studies and stay in the UK
• If you are under 18, you will also be required to take the consent of your parents. You will also need your birth certificate. 
• proof of your relationship with your parent or guardian if you’re under 18
• your tuberculosis test results
• your English Language results

Interview and Fingerprints

As in some cases, you may be asked to give an interview which can be conducted at the embassy or online. In addition to this, you will have to visit the visa application centre to submit your fingerprints.

The whole process can be cumbersome; therefore, it is advisable to you to take advice from Pyramid’s expert so that you do not have to face rejection afterwards. For more information and to apply for your UK study visa, please call us at 92563-92563 or visit any of our nearest branches.