UK

For the UK January intake, you need strong academics (transcripts, degrees), English proof (IELTS/PTE), Letters of Recommendation (LORs), Statement of Purpose, CV, and a valid passport, plus financial proof (CAS/funds) for your Student Visa; deadlines usually run May-November.

If you wish to apply for more than one university in the United Kingdom for PG education, you will have to apply for all the universities separately. Most universities offer the facility to apply online for a nominal fee. Once the application form is filled appropriate supporting documents would have to be sent to the university. Although universities do not have a deadline it is recommended that you apply early to enhance your chances of being made an offer.

Yes, with the help of a Graduate visa, you can stay in the UK for at least 2 years after successfully completing a course in the UK. In case, you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, then it will last for 3 years. Once the PSW in UK visa expires, those wishing to stay longer in the country will have to apply for a skilled work visa or general work visa (Tier 2 visa) or any other relevant visa. But in order to get a Tier 2 visa, the general work visa, the candidate must be obtaining at least £25,600 per year or £10.10 per hour.

Tips to survive in the UK include - improving your fluency in English, connecting to groups and communities, searching for affordable accommodation, looking for a part-time job, being open to weather challenges, making a list of your daily needs, etc. Students from all around the globe target the UK as their higher education destination. This way, you will be able to make friends belonging to different nationalities, races, and religions. Your seniors will readily help you to get acquainted with the city and the norms of which you need to be aware.

Both Imperial and Harvard are world-class global institutions. They are both better than each other in certain aspects. Imperial stands out for its STEM and Business courses, as does Harvard, however, Harvard does have a better reputation for courses in other streams.

ICL London maintains a much stronger reputation in the European and Asian markets. Harvard has better connections in North America.

Harvard has a better global reputation and is better for students interested in liberal arts or other areas of studies. Imperial is a better choice for STEMB courses.

Yes, students can pay the Imperial College London fees in installments, if they cannot afford to do so in one-go, provided they meet the eligibility conditions given below.

• Should be a self-paying student. If the studies are fully-funded by an extrnal sponsor, tuition fees cannot be paid in installments
• Should not have any overdue balance on the invoice.  Make sure to submit all the dues before the date mentioned on the invoice or the original email received by the student.
• Be enrolled in a course with a duration of more than 8 months

The college, in collaboration with the Formula 1, offers 3 scholarships to female students and to those from minority ethnic backgrounds to encourage participation of students in motorsports. The scholarships covers the full cost of studies including tuition and living costs for students for the full duration. To be eligible, students need to meet the conditions given below.

• Be a female student or from a minority ethnic background
• Should be enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering program
• Demonstrate academic excellence
• Only one F1 scholarship to be awarded each year

For more information, check out the scholarship page.

Students earn INR 1.2 K-INR 1.8 K per hour on average. The wages depend on age, type of job, and location. Mentioned below are the minimum living wages for international students working part-time.

Source: GOV.uk

Indian students can work 20 hrs/week during the semester in the UK. They can work 40 hrs/week (or full-time) during semester breaks. To be eligible to work part-time in the UK, students would need to meet the conditions given below.

• Should be enrolled in a full-time, degree-level or higher course at a UKVI licnesed college or university
• Can only work 10 hrs/week for below-degree courses
• Must have a UK student visa with work conditions clearly mentioned on the BRP
• The college or university should have a track record of compliance