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Virtual British University Fair

Schools Participating

This is a great opportunity to meet representatives from lots of universities all in one place, get answers to all your questions about admissions, course content, study options, and more. We are happy you will be joining us to learn more about your future in Great Britain.

Find below key facts about each institution.

 

 

University of Cambridge

The University of Cambridge was founded in 1209; it has a global reputation for outstanding academic achievement and world-class original research.

  • Top 5 for academic and employer reputation (QS World University Rankings 2019).
  • Over 300 intellectually challenging postgraduate courses on offer
  • 31 Colleges, which offer a community of scholars living, socialising and working together
  • Cambridge Graduate Union- one of the only students' unions in the UK exclusively for graduate students
  • Over 50% international postgraduate students from over 140 countries around the world

 

 

London School of Economics and Political Science

At LSE, students will have a unique opportunity to study social sciences in a specialist university with a global academic reputation. Its campus is at the heart of London, one of the world’s liveliest capital cities. LSE is the only university in the UK focused on the study of social sciences; it offers a wide range of subjects across 18 academic departments.

  • LSE is the world’s leading dedicated social science institution
  • We are #1 in Europe and #2 in the world for Social Sciences and Management (QS Rankings 2020)
  • 18 Nobel Prize winners have been either staff or students at the School
  • Our central London location which is fundamental to our identity: LSE is vibrant, cosmopolitan and very much part of the real world
  • 25 academic departments and institutes offering over 140 graduate programmes in subjects that range from Accounting and Anthropology through to Sociology and Statistics

 

 

University College London

UCL is a multidisciplinary university in central London. Founded in 1826, it was the first university in England to welcome students of any religion or social background and the first to welcome women to university education. Today UCL is widely regarded as an academic powerhouse, appearing in the top 20 in a range of worldwide rankings. UCL's vision is to transform the way that the world is understood, how knowledge is created and how problems are solved.

  • Ranked 10th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2019)
  • Largest postgraduate university in the UK with a wide range of specialist masters and doctoral programmes to choose from
  • Pioneering research by world leading academics is at the forefront of our work, breaking boundaries and making an impact on real world problems
  • Central London location – with access to exceptional resources
  • Home to brave thinkers

 

 

University of Exeter

The University of Exeter offers inspiring, flexible courses in beautiful and historic surroundings. Home to 23,500 students in more than 40 subjects, its 3 campuses in the South West of the UK are large enough to offer world-class facilities – and small enough to nurture an inclusive, close-knit community, focused on the pursuit of academic excellence in both teaching and research.

  • UK Top 10 University (Guardian University Guide 2020) and member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-led universities
  • One year masters (Professional Placement and Field trip opportunities)
  • Triple Crown accreditation (EQUIS, AMBA, AACSB) – this triple accreditation is only held by less than 100 Business Schools globally
  • More than 250 clubs and societies and a former Sports University of the Year
  • Our campuses in Devon and Cornwall are in one of the safest regions of the UK with some of the most stunning countryside and coastlines in Britain on our doorstep

 

 

 

University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50 and placed 20th in the 2020 QS World University Rankings.

  • An ancient university, situated in the heart of Scotland's capital city.
  • One of the UK's largest universities with 20 Schools across science and engineering, medicine and veterinary medicine and arts, humanities and social science
  • The University of Edinburgh is ranked 20th in the world according to QS
  • A world-leading research institution: 1st in Scotland and 4th in UK according to the last UK Research Excellence Framework

 

 

University of Leeds

The University of Leeds is one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK and a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities. Renowned globally for its teaching and research across a diverse range of disciplines, there are a wealth of opportunities for students. Its single-site campus is like a small town, just a short walk away from the city centre.

  • Top 100 university in the world (QS World University Rankings 2021) and part of the prestigious Russell Group.
  • One of the largest universities in the UK with over 38,000 students from over 170 countries
  • Over 300 Masters programmes from 7 faculties including: a triple-accredited Business School and a UK Top 10 Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.
  • Campus located 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Leeds, the 3rd largest city in the UK

 

 

University of Southampton

The University of Southampton is located in the city of Southampton, on the south coast of England. It is a founding member of the Russell Group and Worldwide Universities Network, and currently has around 25,000 students enrolled from more than 140 different countries.

  • Top 100 university in the world, QS World University Rankings 2021.
  • Top 20 in the UK, The Complete University Guide 2021.
  • 8th in the UK for research, Research Excellence Framework 2014.
  • Founding member of the Russell Group and Worldwide Universities Network (WUN)
  • Over 6,500 international students from 135 countries.

 

 

University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world, founded in 1451. Based in Scotland’s largest city, the University of Glasgow is one of the world’s top 100 universities and currently has 26,000 students from over 120 different countries enrolled. Glasgow is also a member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK research universities.

  • Established in 1451, we are the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world.
  • Ranked in the top 100 of the world's universities (QS World University Rankings 2020).
  • 81% of our research judged to be internationally excellent (REF 2014).
  • Located in Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland.

 

 

Kings College London

King’s College London is England’s third oldest university having been founded by King George IV and the Duke of Wellington in 1829. It has 12 Nobel Prize laureates among its alumni and current and former faculty. It is spread across five campuses in central London and currently has over 26,000 students enrolled.

  • King’s is the 4th oldest university in England, founded in 1829.
  • Currently ranked 7th in the UK and 31st in the QS World Rankings 2021.
  • 31,000 students from over 150 different countries around the world.
  • Over 200 Masters courses available including Law and a range of other Social Sciences.

 

 

University of York

The University of York is a leading UK university, creating independent critical thinkers through a culture of academic excellence and ground breaking research. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group, we are committed to research-led teaching, providing a supportive and inclusive learning experience for our students.

  • Top 50 in the World for Arts and Humanities - programmes include Film and Television Production, Music, English Literature, History and Archaeology
  • Top 100 in the World for Social Sciences - programmes include Social Policy (World Top 10), Politics and International Relations, Economics, Education, Global Marketing and Management
  • Top 150 in the World for Life Sciences - programmes include Biotechnology and Biodiversity, Ecology and Ecosystems
  • Partial scholarships available for top Ecuadorian students (typical value £5,000)
  • Beautiful historic city with a great sense of community - named 'Best place to live in the UK' (Sunday Times 2018)

 

 

Newcastle University

Newcastle University is a world-class university dating back to 1834, with an international reputation for academic excellence. Newcastle University is a member of the elite Russell Group of research-intensive universities. Newcastle’s high-quality teaching, strong research profile, and outstanding student support make it one of the most popular universities in the UK.

  • Top 25 UK University (The Complete University Guide 2019
  • 3rd most affordable student city (QS Top Universities 2018)
  • Beautiful campus within a vibrant city centre
  • Great transport links to the rest of the UK and Europe
  • Wide range of postgraduate degrees in business, engineering, arts and humanities

 

 

University of East Anglia

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a highly-ranked campus university set in acres of beautiful parkland on the outskirts of the thriving city of Norwich. UEA is consistently in the top 25 UK universities in the Complete University Guide 2016–2020. Its campus is designed to house everything students need for living and studying, and accommodation is usually guaranteed for first-years.

  • Campus: The spacious campus is has 320 acres of beautiful rolling parkland, including a lake and forest.
  • Facilities: Including a 24/7 library, Olympic size swimming pool and Art Gallery used for shooting Avengers movies.
  • City: Regarded as a safe, convenient and friendly city, Norwich was awarded status as the UK’s first UNESCO City of Literature.
  • Subjects:  UEA’s strengths are in subjects as diverse as Climate Change, Creative Writing and International Development.
  • Excellence in both Research and Teaching:  Ranked Top 50 in the world for research in Times Higher Education World Rankings and Gold in the UK government Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2016-21)

 

 

University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield is a world famous institution located in the north of England, one of the original 'red brick' universities and a member of the elite Russell Group. Ranked in the world's top 100 universities by the QS World University Rankings, the University of Sheffield was founded by the merger of three colleges in 1905 and currently has 28,000 students enrolled from over 120 countries.

  • The University of Sheffield is a World Top 100 University and is ranked 16th in the UK (QS Rankings 2021).
  • We are one of the biggest and best providers of engineering research and education in the UK, covering 10 engineering disciplines. We have strong partnerships with large companies such as Siemens, Boeing, Rolls-Royce and Airbus.
  • Ranked 3rd in the UK for Architecture and 1st for Communication Studies (Complete University Guide 2020).
  • The Number 1 University in the north of England for graduate employment (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
  • We have the number one Students' Union in the UK for the last four consecutive years (WhatUni Student Choice Awards).

 

 

Cardiff University

Cardiff University is recognised in independent government assessments as one of Britain's leading teaching and research universities. The University combines impressive modern facilities and an exciting approach to teaching with its proud history of recent achievements, and nearly 30,000 students, including nearly 10,000 international students, are currently enrolled at the Welsh institution.

  • Member of the elite Russell Group
  • 5th in the UK for Research quality (UK government Research Excellence Framework)
  • Home to world-leading researchers, including 2 Nobel Laureate winners
  • Located in Cardiff, capital city of Wales, and UK’s most affordable student city (Natwest Student Satisfaction Survey 2019)

 

University of Surrey

The University of Surrey is a campus university located in the town of Guildford in

the southeast of England. The University has great connections to London, just 35 minutes away by train. Named ‘University of the Year' for 2016 in the Times & Sunday Times University Guide, there are around 16,000 students from over 140 different countries.

 

University of Strathclyde in Glasgow

The University of Strathclyde was formally awarded university status in 1964 and currently has almost 23,000 students enrolled from 100 countries on a single campus in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland

  • Times Higher Education University of the Year 2019 - the only university to be awarded the UK-wide award for a second time.
  • Over 200 one-year Masters degrees throughout our four faculties: Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and the Strathclyde Business School (2016 Times Higher Education UK Business School of the Year)
  • Focus is on useful learning and employability. As well as an award-winning Careers Service, there is close engagement with industry through industrial placements for students and research facilities such as our Technology & Innovation Centre
  • City centre campus located in Glasgow, Scotland's biggest city
  • Generous range of faculty scholarships available

 

 

University of Reading

The University of Reading offers world-class teaching and research across foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from within a stunningly beautiful award-winning campus.  

  • Top 30 UK University
  • In the UK top 10 for Land and Property Management, Building, Agriculture & Forestry, Aural and Oral Sciences and Earth & Marine Sciences
  • 94% of graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduation
  • Beautiful, green parkland campus and on-site accommodation
  • Only 25 minutes from central London by train

 

 

University of Sussex

The University of Sussex was founded in 1961 and is located in Brighton on the south coast of England. There are currently around 18,000 students enrolled from over 120 countries and the University consistently performs well in the International Student Barometer, offering funded work placements as part of its student support and degree programmes. It is the only UK university located in a National Park.    

  • 1st in the World for Development Studies, QS World Rankings by subject 2017-2020
  • 3rd in the World for Innovation, Science and Technology, Global go to Think Tank report 2018
  • Top 100 in the World for Business and Economics, The World University Rankings 2020
  • More than 140 nationalities on campus

 

 

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University is spread across three campuses, two in Nottingham and one just outside the city, and it is one of the largest universities in the UK with 28,000 students currently enrolled. Nottingham Trent was originally founded in 1843 before officially gaining full university status in 1992.

  • NTU is the UK’s 7th largest university with over 33,000 students based over 4 campuses in Nottingham, a medium-sized city in the middle of England.
  • We’re highly ranked, both as an entire University and also across a diverse range of our subject areas and we keep winning awards (such as the University of the Year 2019).
  • We are forward thinking, innovative and dynamic: We’re not only one of the most sustainable universities in the world, but also conduct research to help the planet and its people.
  • We were established in 1843 as Nottingham Government School of Design and have since grown into a comprehensive university with 8 academic schools (Law, Business, Art & Design, Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Science and Technology, Animal Rural and Environmental Sciences and Architecture Design & Built Environment) running hundreds of degrees at undergraduate, postgraduate and research levels.

 

University of Arts London

University of the Arts London comprises of six specialist art and design colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central St Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. The University of the Arts London is the largest specialist Art and Design institution in Europe with over 18,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, 6,000 of whom are international.

 

UWE Bristol

Based in one of the UK’s most vibrant cities, UWE Bristol is a well-established university, with over 29,000 students, 250,000 alumni and 3,000 staff. International students make up 12% of the student population from 140 different countries around the world, making this a diverse and interesting place to come and study. 95% of UWE Bristol graduates in employment or further study six months after graduation.

  • UWE Bristol is ranked 28th out of 121 UK institutions in the 2020 Guardian league table.
  • UWE scored 88% for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2020, placing UWE 2nd in England and 7th in the UK for student satisfaction.
  • 98% of our postgraduate students were in work and/or further study six months after graduation. (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Survey published 2018).
  • Bristol is a top tourist destination. Named best European city breaks list in 2017, it also made the Rough Guide top 10 cities list.

 

 

University of Bradford

The University of Bradford is one of the world’s great technology universities, providing high-quality teaching, underpinned by cutting-edge research with practical applications to solve tomorrow’s problems. The University is committed to helping all its students to lead fulfilling lives, become global citizens, and make a difference to the world.

  • Industry accredited courses in all four of our faculties
  • Ranked in the UK top 10 for four subjects in the Complete University Guide Subject Tables 2020
  • University of the Year for Social Inclusion (The Times Good University Guide 2020)
  • Top 5 in the UK for satisfaction with living and accommodation costs (International Student Barometer 2019)
  • Triple-accredited business school

 

 

Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University is a modern university based in the Scottish city of Aberdeen. Although it was granted university status in 1992, it was founded as an educational institution in the mid 18th century. Robert Gordon has a strong focus on vocational degrees, and brands itself as ‘The Professional University’. It currently has a little over 16,000 students, of whom more than 1,000 are international, enrolled.

  • 1st in Scotland and in the top 10 in the UK for good industry connections and high-quality facilities (The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018).
  • Top 2 University in the UK on Student Satisfaction (National Student Survey 2020).
  • World class learning in subjects such as Energy, Engineering, Computer Science, Business and Health.
  • Top 2 in the UK and 46th in the world for graduate employment (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020).
  • Awarded a Gold Rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), placing us in the top 20% of the best universities in the UK

 

 

De Montfort University

Encouraging its students to develop their entrepreneurial flair, more than 100 new businesses are started by its own students each year, while Frontrunners – DMU’s campus-based placement scheme - allows current students to apply for a variety of work placements within the university, putting lecture theatre learning into practise at the workplace.

  • The university won TEF gold award which means highest teaching standard in the U.K.
  • One of the best universities in the country and world for Art and Design related subjects
  • 3 major faculties - Art, Design, and Humanities    Business and Law    Health and Life Sciences
  • High employability rate for students studying at DMU (97%)
  • Partial scholarships available and low tuition fees to give students from all over the world the chance to study with us

 

 

University of Hertfordshire

The University of Hertfordshire is a modern university based largely in Hatfield, in the county of Hertfordshire, about 35km north of London. Described as “the UK’s leading business-facing university”, Hertfordshire has more than 25,000 students enrolled from nearly 90 different countries.

  • UH is a Modern University and is a leading business-facing university
  • High employability rate of 96%
  • Just 25 minutes from London
  • 250-course options, best courses (Creative and Animation Arts, Engineering, Business)
  • 2 International Campus with accommodations

 

 

Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University was formally awarded university status in 1993, but can trace its history back to 1875. Glasgow Caledonian University is one of the largest universities in Scotland, with almost 20,000 students from over 100 different countries enrolled, and is considered one of the top 10 modern universities in the UK.

  • Career-focused programmes. The lecturers for your chosen course will have good industry contacts to help you with placements and future career opportunities.
  • Innovative teaching. With a virtual hospital, high-tech broadcasting suite, fashion factory and even an online Second Life campus, Glasgow Caledonian puts a lot of effort into helping you enjoy your programme.
  • Recognised for research. Our research in the allied health professions was placed in the top 10 universities in the UK in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise, and our work in rehabilitation sciences was placed top in the UK. Our research in construction and the built environment was rated best in Scotland and in the top 20 in UK.

 

 

Abertay University

Abertay University is best known for its strong focus on computer games and art design. It is the only UK University with official accreditation in both these fields, and has a partnership with Peking University in China for games. The University is also academically strong in the areas of IT, as well as business, economics and biotechnology. 

  • Top 10 in the UK for student satisfaction (UK National Student Survey 2020)
  • Top 10 in the UK for teaching quality (Times Higher League Table 2020)
  • World’s first degrees in Ethical Hacking and Computer Games (ranked #1 in Europe, Princeton Review)
  • Specialist degrees in Cyber Security, Computer Games, Artificial Intelligence

 

 

University of Wolverhampton

More than 2,500 international students from over 130 countries call the University of Wolverhampton home. Nationally commended and internationally recognised, the university has TEF silver status and four stars in the most recent QS international ratings.

  • Our Multi-Million pound Springfield Campus is the largest purpose built ‘super campus’ for Construction, Architecture and the Built Environment in Europe.
  • We will also see the opening of the new Cyber Quarter – Midlands Centre for Cyber Security in Hereford. It will be home to the UK’s leading centre of excellence in cyber security – a £9 million state-of-the-art hub supporting innovation and industry in the sector, offering tailored security testing, training and defence and security sector expertise.
  • The University’s ambitious £250 million investment plan: Our Vision, Your Opportunity has been transforming the student experience for students.

 

 

University of Bedfordshire

The University of Bedfordshire is based in both Luton and Bedford, two large towns north of London. The University of Bedfordshire has two main campuses in the centre of Luton and on the outskirts of Bedford, both with on-campus accommodation. The University also has two campuses for nursing and midwifery degrees at Butterfield Park on the outskirts of Luton, and at the Buckinghamshire campus at Oxford House in Aylesbury. A fifth site, Putteridge Bury, contains the postgraduate Business School.

  • Fantastic location – the main Luton  campus is only 30 minutes away from Central London by train.
  • Excellent Teaching – awarded Silver in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and ranked 9th in the UK for high quality teaching according to the National Student Survey 2019 results.
  • Top 250 University under 50 years old (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2020).
  • Competitive fees starting from £13,000 for Master’s courses (from September 2020) and international scholarships at £1,500.
  • Flexible Master’s programmes in the Business School and School of Computer Science and Technology offering six intakes per academic year. 2 year courses within these Schools are either with ‘Placement,’ ‘Project Management,’ or ‘Data Analytics,’ which are increasingly growing areas of popularity with our current international students

 

 

Northumbria University

Northumbria has a global learning community of talented, inquisitive people. It's the place to study courses shaped by internationally-excellent research, and created in consultation with students, employers, professional, statutory and regulatory bodies. Students learn to question, analyse, challenge and innovate, equipped by Northumbria's inspirational academics.

  • Top 50 UK University with a campus in Central London.
  • Degrees with work placement options.
  • Partial scholarships available.
  • Free Internal English exam – English courses options.
  • Excellent public university with Senecyt direct degree validation.

 

 

 

University of Bristol

Member of the Russel Group, Bristol is one of the most popular and successful universities in the UK, ranked in the world's top 60 in the QS World University Rankings 2021.

  • We attract students from all over 150 countries worldwide, creating a rich and exciting international community.
  • The University is located in the heart of Bristol, a vibran, dynamic city with a reputation for creativity and sustainability.
  • The University offers ove 120 specialist masters degrees and 70 research programmes.
  • Bristol is the fourth most targeted university by top UK employers (High Fliers 2020)
  • Over 7,000 postgraduate students, 23% of the student population.

 

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