Study in United Kingdom from Pakistan
Globally ranked universities and one-year master's degrees. The United Kingdom is home to some of the world's oldest and most respected universities. Many master's degrees take just one year, which lowers both tuition and living costs, and a UK qualification is recognised by employers around the world.
Why study in United Kingdom?
- Shorter degrees. Most master's courses take one year and bachelor's degrees take three years in England (four in Scotland), so you reach your career sooner.
- Respected qualifications. UK degrees carry weight with employers and universities worldwide, especially in business, law, engineering, data science, design and health.
- Scholarship options. Government-backed awards such as Chevening and Commonwealth, plus many university-funded scholarships, can reduce your costs.
- Diverse student life. Large international communities, historic and modern campuses, and easy travel across Europe.
Undergraduate, postgraduate and pathway programmes
Foreign Migration guides students into United Kingdom at every level of study, not only postgraduate degrees:
Undergraduate
Three-year (four in Scotland) bachelor's degrees across business, engineering, computing and the sciences, usually starting in September.
Postgraduate
One-year taught master's degrees are the UK's signature offer, letting you gain a postgraduate qualification faster and more affordably than most countries.
Pathway & foundation
Foundation year and pre-master's programmes are widely available for students who narrowly miss direct entry requirements or need to strengthen their English.
Popular fields of study
Partner and popular universities (40+)
We work with, and regularly guide applications to, universities including:
University of Manchester
University of Birmingham
University of Leeds
Coventry University
University of Glasgow
Cardiff University
University of Sheffield
University of Nottingham
Newcastle University
University of Liverpool
Queen Mary University of London
University of Southampton
University of Bristol
Lancaster University
University of Leicester
University of Sussex
University of Kent
Brunel University London
City, University of London
University of Hertfordshire
University of Portsmouth
University of Hull
Aston University
De Montfort University
University of Bradford
University of Salford
University of Bedfordshire
University of East London
Middlesex University
University of Greenwich
University of Westminster
Kingston University
University of Wolverhampton
Ulster University
Bangor University
Swansea University
Northumbria University
University of Central Lancashire
University of Huddersfield
Oxford Brookes UniversityUniversity names above are shown for information only, to illustrate the range of institutions we work with in United Kingdom; it is not an exclusive or complete list, and inclusion does not itself guarantee admission. Each university's own logo is used to identify it wherever we have the logo file on file; others show as initials until a logo is added. Entry requirements and available scholarships vary by university and we confirm current options for your profile at your consultation.
Typical admission requirements
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Valid passport
- English test score (usually IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 overall for postgraduate study; some courses need more)
- Personal statement and, for master's, academic references
- Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your university
- Proof of funds held in your bank for the required period
- TB test certificate from an approved clinic, where required
Working while you study and after
Students can usually work part-time during term. After graduation, a post-study work route lets eligible students stay and work for a limited period. Durations and conditions change, so we confirm the latest rules with you.
The student visa journey
- Get your offerApply to universities and receive an offer, then accept it and pay any deposit.
- Receive your CASThe university issues a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies with a reference number.
- Prepare funds and documentsArrange the financial evidence, English test and academic documents in the format required.
- Apply online and give biometricsComplete the online student visa application, pay the fees and attend your biometrics appointment.
- Wait for the decisionTrack your application and plan your travel and accommodation once approved.
Popular study cities
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Leeds.
How Foreign Migration helps you study in United Kingdom
We shortlist universities and courses that match your grades and budget, prepare and submit your applications, search scholarships, check your visa file page by page and support you until you arrive. Your first consultation is free.
Ready to study in United Kingdom?
Tell us your grades, budget and goals. We will tell you what is realistic and what to do next.