Higher Education

The Complete University Guide University League Table 2022

About The Complete University Guide  The Complete University Guide has put together the best ranking universities in the UK in their annual university league table. Compiled by Mayfield University Consultants, they have published annual rankings of British universities for students since 2007.  The website provides guidance for students on universities, choosing courses and funding and […]

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UK Intakes for International Students: Other Upcoming Start Dates Available

What are the upcoming intakes to start university in the UK? A number of universities in the UK offer pathway, undergraduate, pre-masters and postgraduate intakes alternative to the most popular traditional Autumn intake that occurs in September or October. Generally the second largest intake starts in the new year, where students will be able to […]

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Least Expensive/Cheapest Universities in London for International Students

London is considered as a popular destination choice for students interested in studying in the UK and was ranked by QS as the top student city to study abroad. While generally it is more expensive to live in compared to other major cities in the UK, London hosts access to some of the best educational […]

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Types of UK Degrees Explained

If you’re thinking about going to university, you may be wondering about the types of different degree levels and the right one for you. To make it more clear, the common types of UK degrees have been outlined:  Higher National Diploma (Level 5): A qualification that is awarded by further education institutions and is equivalent […]

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Reasons to get a degree

If you have any doubts about pursuing higher education or if you’re wondering if getting a degree is the right decision for you, we’ve written an article covering the benefits students can sustain throughout their life after earning a degree. Boost career prospects  Earning a degree allows you to prepare for a specialised career in […]

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A brief introduction to studying a UK pre-masters

Have you come across the term ‘pre-masters’? The programme is a popular course designed for international students who want to pursue graduate study, but do not meet entry requirements. These courses will help prepare you for postgraduate study and increase your research skills, subject-specific knowledge, study skills and academic writing abilities. You will usually need […]

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What is a top-up course?

A top-up course is an advanced and final year of entry available to students wishing to ‘top-up’ an existing qualification, as the name suggests. You may already have a qualification: such as a foundation degree, Higher National Diploma or something of equivalence. These final year courses grant entry to Level 6, the final year of […]

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How to choose the right course

You’ve done it! Your senior years of preparing for exams, surviving all-nighters and the emotional and physical time you have invested into your studies have now finally paid off! But with so many university courses to choose from, how do you decide to go for the right degree? Choosing the right course is based on […]

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Should I do a Master’s degree?

Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree is an achievement of its own. In other words, after years of hard work, you have finally earned a degree that has reflected perseverance and commitment to your studies. But what about a Master’s? A rough estimate shows that Masters graduates form around 1.3% of the UK population and there […]

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Online Degrees vs On-Campus Degrees: Which is right for you?

Whether you want to study online through distance learning or in-person on-campus, pursuing higher education to enhance your qualifications is great for your professional growth to enhance your career prospects and overall skills. So when looking for a course, how do you know which study mode is right for you? Are there advantages to taking […]

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