Life in the UK
The United Kingdom is a hugely popular destination for international students, thanks to its cultural diversity, vibrant cities and highly regarded universities.
“When I first arrived, I was struck by the diversity in the UK. I was actually surprised at just how much representation there was at my College.”
Wallace from Uganda,
University of Brighton graduate
We asked Linda for her top 3 tips for life in the UK
- Get out there
Go to places alone, talk to people! - Ask for help
People are friendly so don’t be scared to ask questions. - Have fun
You’re not doing it right if you don’t have fun!
UK locations
Learn more about the different US locations where you could study.
Birmingham >
The USA’s #1 student city located on the coast of New England
Bournemouth >
A gorgeous state with an ideal location near several major East Coast cities
Brighton >
A popular U.S. college town known for its high quality of life and active outdoor lifestyle.
Bristol >
An exciting city with leading film, media and fashion companies
Cranfield >
The world-famous “city that never sleeps” known for its rich culture and endless opportunities
Essex >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
Glasgow >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
London >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
Liverpool >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
Nottingham >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
York >
A diverse cultural crossroads in a state full of stunning natural landscapes
Food, sport and culture
The UK has a wide range of sporting and cultural attractions, as well as food from around the world.
The best food to try when in the UK
Fish and chips
Best enjoyed by the seaside, you can’t go wrong with this classic dish, which you can get your hands on pretty much anywhere.
Full English breakfast
There are many different takes on this crowd-pleasing breakfast, but it typically contains eggs, bacon, sausages, black pudding, baked beans and tomatoes.
A Sunday roast
You can’t beat a hearty roast on a Sunday, served in a traditional English pub. Usually featuring roasted meat, roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, vegetables, stuffing and gravy.
A snapshot of the UK's top summer music festivals
Glastonbury
One of the world’s biggest and most famous music festivals.
Mighty Hoopla
A London festival showcasing the best artists on the pop music scene.
British Summer Time
Hosting some of the biggest artists from around the world at London’s Hyde Park.
Latitude
A laid-back festival in stunning countryside surroundings.
Reading and Leeds Festival
Always a popular choice for UK festival-goers with a variety of music.
Creamfields
A legendary weekend for anyone who loves dance music.
The top 5 sporting events in the UK
UK: things to know
Travel
The UK is relatively small and well-connected through many train lines, making it easy to explore no matter where you’re based. There are also multiple international airports across the UK.
Cost of living
A single person’s estimated monthly costs: £2,522
Lunchtime meal and drink: £13
Monthly public transport ticket: £95
Cappuccino: £3.20
Weather
The weather in the UK is known for being temperamental, but generally the temperature is cool, and it can often be cloudy with episodes of rain. The summer months last from June to September, with an average temperature of 22°C and recurring spells of sunshine during this time.
Study abroad at one of our UK partner universities and have an unforgettable international student experience
Bournemouth University >
City St George's, University of London >
Coventry University >
Nottingham Trent University >
Queen Mary University of London >
TEDI- London
University of Birmingham
Brighton University >
University of Bristol
University of Essex
Aston University
University of Liverpool
University of Nottingham
De Montfort University
University of York
