Studying in England is a dream for many young people thinking about higher education. Universities in England are so prestigious that high tuition fees do not bother students and their parents from all over the world. Currently, about 65 thousand foreign students.

The result of studying at English higher education institutions is an international level qualification and serious knowledge in numerous subjects. The structure of English education is such that one university can unite several colleges and departments (for example, observatories, laboratories, business schools).

Laboratory classes, lectures, exams in each institution are organized centrally, i.e. are common to everyone, and individual classes and seminars are held in colleges.

To obtain a bachelor's degree, you have to study at English universities for three years, and at Scottish universities for four. For architectural, medical and other specialties, longer training is implied. After receiving a bachelor's degree, you can continue your studies and obtain a master's degree in 1-2 years.

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The Government of England is interested in qualified personnel from other countries, therefore it is developing internship programs where a graduate can spend up to 2 years in his or her specialty. A program has also been developed to provide work permits to those students who decide to stay after studying.

For the efficiency of work and cooperation between educational institutions, societies are created, for example, the Russell group unites 24 of the best higher education institutions in England.

The term "red brick universities" refers to 6 prestigious institutions of large industrial cities, which were originally created as colleges of engineering and applied subjects, but then received royal university charters.

It is worth taking a closer look at the universities included in the list of the most famous universities, both in England and in the world.

Oxford University

The oldest university in England and the second oldest higher education institution in Europe is located in. Scientists have not established the exact date of its foundation, but it is known that in the 11th century they were already teaching there.

All the prime ministers of Great Britain studied at the three universities described above.

The job of employing graduates is excellent here. Assistance with documents and work permits is also provided for those foreign students who, after receiving their diploma, wish to stay and work in Scotland.

The university, which unites several educational institutions in Manchester, is in third place in the number of Nobel laureates (25) after Oxford and Cambridge. The competition for a place at the University of Manchester is the highest in England.

The Manchester educational institution includes: Manchester Museum, which houses more than 4 million artifacts from around the world; Whitworth Art Gallery, which exhibits historical prints, sculptures, paintings, and printed works; Theater Kontakt, designed mainly for youth audiences.

The main alternative to Oxbridge is the public research university in Nottingham.

The third oldest university in England is Durham University, and the Durham Castle building in which it is located is the oldest university building in the world.

Aston University ranks first in England in terms of teaching medical subjects.

The University of Buckingham is interesting - the only private institution among universities; has extensive connections with colleagues in other countries.

The Westminster educational institution, which was formerly called the Central London Polytechnic, was the first to introduce the new science of photography. The first photo studio in Europe was opened here.

Cranfield University is a joint French-British postgraduate institution. This educational institution is the only one that has its own airport and aircraft for teaching and researching aerospace technologies.

Thanks to the widespread use of distance learning methods, the Open University of Great Britain has become the largest in terms of the number of students.

Also known are Southampton, Leeds, Bristol, Liverpool and many other higher education institutions. In total there are more than 120 universities in England. English higher education institutions are rightfully considered one of the best in the world.

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UK universities regularly rank among the world's best educational institutions. As of 2017, 4 universities in the United Kingdom were included in the top ten best universities in the world according to the authoritative consulting company Quacquarelli Symonds (hereinafter referred to as QS). When compiling the rating, the following parameters were taken into account:

• level of international communication of education;
• research activities of the university;
• quality of training of teaching staff.

Cambridge university

This higher education institution is one of the most famous universities in the UK. According to QS, it ranks first in the ranking of the best universities in the kingdom and 4th in the international ranking. It was founded in 1209. At the moment, the university employs more than 5 thousand teachers and approximately 17.5 thousand students study, a third of whom are foreigners.

The university consists of 31 colleges, which are divided into “old” and “new”. The first group includes colleges founded before 1596, and the second those that opened between 1800 and 1977. New Hall, Newnham and Lucy Cavendish are three all-girl colleges. Peterhouse is the first college of the University of Cambridge. It was opened in 1284. The youngest is Robinson College, founded in 1979. Tuition fees range from £11,829 to £28,632 per year.

The University of Cambridge is ranked 4th in the ranking of the most influential universities in the world. It is second only to Harvard and Stanford University. 92 are Cambridge graduates. The most famous of them: Charles Darwin, Oliver Cromwell, Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking.

University of Oxford

This university is the oldest university in the UK. Education has been conducted there since 1096. In the British QS ranking it takes 2nd place, and in the international ranking it is in 6th place. Along with Cambridge, it is part of the Russell Group, which unites 24 of the best higher education institutions in the UK.

In 1249, the first college, the University College, was founded. The latest to open is Templeton, which was founded in 1995 and merged with Green College 13 years later. In total, the university has 36 colleges and 6 dormitories in which religious orders study.

In many respects, this higher educational institution is the best university in the UK. The cost of one year of study for foreigners ranges from 15 to 23 thousand pounds sterling. Students who have studied at any UK college for three years or spent their last three years at a UK school will have to pay approximately £9,000 for their studies. The most expensive program is clinical medicine, which costs over 21 thousand pounds. There is also an annual contribution to the college of £7,000.

University College London

This educational institution ranks 3rd in the UK university rankings. The university is located in the capital of England and is very young when compared with Cambridge and Oxford. University College was founded in 1826. At first it was called the University of London, and received its modern name in 1836. The college ranks 7th in international rankings. According to statistics, 9 out of 10 graduates find a job within 6 months after graduation.

The college consists of 7 faculties. As of 2014, the Department of Economics was the best economics department in Britain. The cost of a year of undergraduate study is almost 16 thousand pounds. Applicants aged 18 can enroll in college. For admission, you must submit a bachelor's diploma with an average score of 4.5, two letters of recommendation and one motivation letter. The applicant must also pass IELTS with a score of 6.5 points or higher and a TOEFL score of at least 92 points.

The cost of a year's master's degree at University College London is about 17 thousand pounds sterling. In addition to the above information, upon admission, the applicant is required to submit his resume.

Imperial College London

Imperial College London is in 4th place in the British ranking and 9th in the international ranking. The educational institution was founded in 1907. The college is part of the Golden Triangle group along with the Universities of Cambridge and Oxford and is one of the most elite universities in the UK.

The cost of a bachelor's degree is almost 28 thousand pounds. In addition to the TOEFL, the applicant must complete the International Baccaulaureate program. To enroll in a master's program, you need to pay from 13 thousand pounds.

Edinburgh University

This establishment was founded in 1583. In terms of seniority, the Scottish university is in 6th place among British universities; in the 20th century, its rector was the British Prime Minister Sir

International students wishing to obtain a bachelor's degree must pay $23,500 a year in tuition, while those planning to enroll in a master's degree will have to shell out approximately $18,000. For UK residents, tuition prices are slightly lower. The cost of a master's degree is 17.5 thousand dollars per year, and a bachelor's degree is 12.5 thousand dollars. You also need to pay an additional $664 to $1,265 per month for accommodation.

King's College London

This institution is one of the most famous universities in the world. The college was founded in 1829 by order of King George IV.

The cost of undergraduate education is almost 24 thousand dollars per year for foreigners and 12.5 thousand per year for citizens of the United Kingdom. For master's studies, foreigners and British citizens must pay $25,740 and $7,500 per year, respectively. The cost of training does not include accommodation fees, which range from 1 to 2 thousand dollars per month.

University of Manchester

In 7th place in the ranking of the best higher education institutions in the UK according to QS, it is located. It was founded in 1824 and is classified as a “red brick” university. The university in its current form began to exist in 2004 after the merger of the Victoria University of Manchester and its Institute of Science and Technology.

Tuition costs range from 19 to 22 thousand pounds. Accommodation and transport costs are approximately £11,000 per year. There is also a preparatory program costing 11,940 pounds and 15,140 pounds for 3 and 4 semesters, respectively.

University of Bristol

Like Manchester, the University of Bristol is a red brick university. It was founded in 1909. Part of the Russell group. At the moment, the university has 2.5 thousand teachers and almost 19 thousand students, a quarter of whom are citizens of other states.

The cost of a year of study for international students is almost 20 thousand US dollars. For UK passport holders, prices are lower - 9 thousand US dollars. Living and transportation expenses are approximately one and a half thousand dollars monthly. In order to enroll in the 1st year of a bachelor's degree, a Russian student must have a diploma equivalent to A-Level and complete the 1st year of a higher educational institution in Russia. You also need to confirm your English level and pass the LNAT exam.

University of Warwick

The University of Warwick is located in Coventry. It was founded in 1965 and is also part of the Russell group. The university consists of 4 faculties: medical, social sciences, humanities and scientific and technical. In total, more than 20 thousand students study at the University of Warwick.

To be admitted, the applicant must confirm his level of English language proficiency by passing the IELTS and TOEFL tests. You must also submit your UCAS form between 1 September and 15 October. Tuition costs range from 15 to 30 thousand pounds per year. Annual living expenses - from 10 thousand pounds.

UK Open University

This higher education institution of open education was founded in 1969 by decree of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. The Open University (hereinafter referred to as OU) was created with the aim of providing people who seek higher education with the opportunity to study in any place convenient for them. OU is one of the largest universities in the Kingdom. More than 200 thousand people are trained there.

The university uses a large number of methods that allow students to study remotely. One of the British agencies that assesses the quality of education gave the OU an excellent rating. In the mid-2000s, the educational institution ranked first in the ranking of the best universities in the UK.

UK higher education is considered the best in Europe. Thanks to their impeccable reputation, British universities attract outstanding scientists and specialists. The highest level of English education is well known to employers around the world, and a British degree allows you to build a successful international career. According to a 2013 QS study, employers rate the quality of higher education at England's top universities as the highest in the world.

We present to your attention an overview of UK universities by region, based on the TOP 200 of the QS World University Rankings® 2014.

Best Universities in Greater London

Greater London consists of the City and 32 metropolitan regions. In this smallest region of England, there are five universities included in the TOP 200 of the world rankings. One of them, Imperial College London, tops the ranking of UK universities.

The best in Greater London are:

• Imperial College London (No. 2 in the world ranking; No. 1 in the UK university ranking)
• University College London (No. 5 in the world ranking; No. 2 in the UK university ranking)
• King's College London (No. 16 in the world ranking; No. 3 in the UK university ranking)
• The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) (No. 71 in the world ranking; No. 11 in the UK university ranking)
• Queen Mary University of London (No. 98 in the world ranking; No. 17 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in South East England

The region of South East England borders Greater London. It was here, in the city of Oxford, that the first British university, the oldest English-speaking university in the world, the University of Oxford, appeared.

The best in South East England are:

• University of Oxford (No. 5 in the world ranking; No. 2 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of Southampton (No. 94 in the world ranking; No. 15 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of Sussex (No. 200 in the world ranking; No. 26 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in South West England

South West England is the largest region of the country, centered on the city of Bristol, which is home to the region's best university. In addition to it, two more universities are in the TOP 200 in the world.

The best in South West England are:

• University of Bristol (No. 29 in the world ranking; No. 5 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of Exeter (No. 161 in the world ranking; No. 23 in the UK university ranking)
• University of Bath (No. 179 in the world ranking; No. 25 in the UK university ranking)

Best Universities in West Midlands

The West Midlands is a region located on the border with Wales. Its capital and largest city is Birmingham. The world TOP 200 includes two universities in this region.

The best in the West Midlands are:

• The University of Warwick (No. 61 in the world ranking; No. 8 in the UK university ranking)
• University of Birmingham (No. 64 in the world ranking; No. 9 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in North West England

North West England is a region bordering Scotland and Wales and washed to the west by the Irish Sea. The largest cities in the region are Liverpool and Manchester.

The best in North West England are:

• The University of Manchester (No. 30 in the world ranking; No. 6 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of Liverpool (No. 123 in the world ranking; No. 19 in the UK university ranking)
• Lancaster University (No. 160 in the world ranking; No. 22 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in North East England

Northeast England borders Scotland and is washed in the northeast by the North Sea. The administrative center of the region is the city of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The best in North East England are:

• Durham University (No. 92 in the world ranking; No. 14 in the UK university ranking)
• Newcastle University (No. 127 in the world ranking; No. 20 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in Yorkshire and the Humber

Yorkshire and the Humber is a region in the east of England, the administrative center of which is the city of Leeds. Three universities in this region are in the TOP 200 in the world.

The best in Yorkshire and the Humber are:

• The University of Sheffield (No. 69 in the world ranking; No. 10 in the UK university ranking)
• University of Leeds (No. 97 in the world ranking; No. 16 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of York (No. 120 in the world ranking; No. 18 in the UK university ranking)

East Midlands

The East Midlands is a region in the east of England. The largest city is Nottingham. It is here that the best university in the region is located, which is also one of the hundred leading universities in the world.

Best University in the East Midlands:

• The University of Nottingham (No. 77 in the world ranking; No. 12 in the UK university ranking)

East Anglia

East Anglia is the region bordering Greater London. The administrative center is the city of Cambridge, world famous thanks to the University of Cambridge, which is considered one of the leaders both in the UK and throughout the world. Along with Imperial College London, it leads the ranking of universities in England.

Best University in East Anglia:

• University of Cambridge (No. 2 in the world ranking; No. 1 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in Scotland

Of the six first universities in Great Britain, four were founded in Scotland. After Oxford and Cambridge (England), universities were opened in Scotland in the cities of St. Andrews, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh. It is these four universities that now lead Scotland and are among the top 200 in the world.

The best in Scotland are:

• The University of Edinburgh (No. 17 in the world ranking; No. 4 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of Glasgow (No. 55 in the world ranking; No. 7 in the UK university ranking)
• The University of St Andrews (No. 88 in the world ranking; No. 13 in the UK university ranking)
• University of Aberdeen (No. 137 in the world ranking; No. 21 in the UK university ranking)

Top Universities in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland's top university is located in the region's capital. This is a public university that is part of the Russell group. It includes 20 leading UK research universities, including Cambridge and Oxford.

Best University in Northern Ireland:

• Queen's University Belfast (No. 170 in the world ranking; No. 24 in the UK university ranking).

Wales

The leading and largest university in Wales, Cardiff University, is part of the Russell Group. It includes three colleges - Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Biomedical and Biological Sciences; Physical Sciences and Engineering.

Best university in Wales:

• Cardiff University (No. 123 in the world ranking; No. 19 in the UK university ranking)

Education received at prestigious universities in Great Britain is highly regarded in scientific, educational, cultural and literary circles and, in general, in society. One can recall many names of great people who, with their achievements, highly raised the authority of British universities: Swift, Carroll, Thatcher, Hawking - this list can be continued endlessly. We have prepared an overview of the best three universities in the UK.

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Oxford is known in history as one of the first English-language universities, the exact opening date of which is difficult to determine. The first mention of the city was found in written monuments in 912, when there was a convent in its place. In 1117, the first university in Great Britain for clergy was organized there. Oxford is 90 km away. from London, it is now home to about 154,000 people, 30,000 of whom are students. The name of the city sounds very prosaic when translated into Russian - “bull ford”.

Notable Oxford faculty and alumni

The teaching staff consists of 4,000 highly educated, smartest scientists who have more than one academic degree, winners of prestigious awards and honorary titles of which Great Britain is proud. The university has a Russian Society, founded at the beginning of the 19th century by Oxford graduate Felix Yusupov in order to ensure closer ties between Russia and the prestigious university.

Outstanding personalities emerged from the walls of Oxford, glorifying it with their brilliant creations in different eras. Everyone knows the author of the famous "Gulliver's Travels" - Jonathan Swift, a brilliant satirist and allegorist who ridiculed the vices of English society in the 17th century.

Not inferior to him in his deep satirical portrayal is the famous Oxford graduate Oscar Wilde with the immortal “The Picture of Dorian Gray” about the dead end in life to which excessive human vanity and narcissism leads. Lewis Carroll, the author of Alice in Wonderland, was also a student at Oxford University.

The English kings Edward VII and Edward VIII, famous for their progressive power, were educated at Oxford.

The world-famous prime ministers of England W. Gladstone, G. Wilson, Tony Blair, David Cameron, Margaret Thatcher are also graduates of the famous educational institution. Russia is proud that talented Russian writers and poets: V.A. Zhukovsky, I.S. Turgenev, I. Brodsky, K. Chukovsky, A. Akhmatova were awarded honorary academic degrees from Oxford.

Cambridge university

Cambridge can be called a rival of Oxford in age and social and scientific significance. The educational institution, founded in 1209, is an example of a high-quality educational institution, imbued with the spirit of the Middle Ages, innovative progress and the preservation of purely English traditions.

Since the 13th century, the humanitarian, theological, medical, and law faculties have trained qualified specialists whose names are associated with the oldest university: Thomas More, Erasmus of Rotterdam, Charles Darwin, I. Newton, E. Rutherford and other luminaries of science.

The territory of Cambridge is huge: in addition to a large number of educational buildings, there are 8 reputable museums that invariably attract the attention of not only students, but also ordinary tourists. The beautiful botanical garden is another popular attraction for everyone who comes to Cambridge. The university is proud of its traditions and sacredly honors them, so no one is surprised by students dressed in black robes and caps.

The university is striking in its scale: it has more than 150 faculties, departments, various scientific schools and associations, dozens of creative clubs, and more than a hundred libraries. Cambridge can figuratively be called a huge forge of scientific and professional personnel, a bright center of spiritual, intellectual and aesthetic culture, a beacon of collective intelligence.

Edinburgh University

It was founded in 1583 and is now, along with Oxford and Cambridge, a reputable and popular university in many countries around the world, where thousands of applicants strive to enroll. Taking this fact into account, the university is actively opening branches of some faculties in other countries, including Russia.

Notable faculty and alumni of the University of Edinburgh

The history of the university is associated with the names of great scientists and inventors who gave the world the telephone, television, and steam engine: A. Bell, James Watt, John Bayle and others.

For some time, the future British Prime Minister Winston Churchill led the university, noting the extraordinary talent of the Scots.

Graduates of the University of Edinburgh included classics of world literature Walter Scott, Conan Doyle, Robert Stevenson, who made her name famous with “Harry Potter” by JK Rowling. Famous British politicians Gordon Brown and Robin Cook received an excellent education here.

The Russian pioneer of studying at the University of Edinburgh was the son of Princess Ekaterina Dashkova, one of the most enlightened women of the 18th century, who led the Russian Academy of Sciences. Nowadays Russian students also study here; among the many departments in the educational institution there is a Russian language department.

The academic basis of a modern university is made up of 3 large colleges with a huge number of faculties in different fields. Research institutes and centers have been opened at the university, where every talented student or graduate can engage in scientific activities, according to the results of which the educational institution ranks 5th among all universities in the UK.