Discover the UK

International students chatting in Picadilly Circus

The UK is bursting with energy and has a fascinating heritage ready to explore. As an international student you’ll fit straight into the UK’s multicultural society, ready to enjoy a student life full of excitement, fun and creativity.

Tian Peng from China explores UK culture and countryside while studying at Manchester University.

  • Britain's multi-faith society

    Multi-faith society

    All religions are freely practised in England, Scotland, N. Ireland and Wales.

  • Historical countryside

    Stonehenge

    The UK is home to many beautiful monuments, including world-famous Stonehenge.

  • Discounts for UK students

    UK ballet and theatre

    UK theatres, shows, musical productions and museums all offer student discounts.

  • A welcoming place to live

    Student accommodation

    The UK offers a wide range of student accommodation, helping you to settle in.

Travelling in the UK

Two international students look at a map, preparing for a trip to Wales. © John Cooper / Ikon

The UK has great transport links from big cities to the countryside. Traveling to your UK place of study and beyond is easy - and you could save money as an international student.

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Budget planning in the UK

Dropping a coin into a piggy bank.

Planning your budget for UK study? We’ve put together some tips to help you manage your money.

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Glasgow: city of architecture and innovation

Glasgow

Bursting with creativity, world-famous architecture and a lively music scene, this Scottish gem welcomes thousands of students each year.

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Events this autumn

A UK forest in autumn

From traditional festivals to world-famous fashion events, it’s one of the busiest seasons of the year. We’ve put together some of the season’s highlights.

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International student accommodation in the UK

Students playing pool © Guzelian for Education UK

Finding somewhere to live when you study in the UK doesn't have to be a chore - you just need to know your options. You can choose between halls of residence, private student accommodation or even lodging in a family home.

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First steps and Creating confidence: new British Council guides

Two international students make travel enquiries on arriving in the UK

The British Council has produced two guides designed to help you prepare for your arrival in the UK and make your first days and weeks as safe and enjoyable as possible.

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This is GREAT Britain

Calendar

Music, heritage, culture, sport, the countryside and fantastic experiences: This is Great Britain interactive calendar showcases the best the country has to offer, including festivals, art fairs, film screenings and ancient traditions. Discover contemporary Britain through a huge range of diverse and fabulous events.

- Go to the This is GREAT Britain interactive calendar

The UK experience

UK experience: students at Manchester's Christmas market

Study in the UK and you’ll find an array of exciting experiences to discover - music, celebrations, accents, people to meet, places to visit – the list is endless. As the UK is such a cosmopolitan society you’ll find that many UK customs are already familiar to you – so you’ll settle in faster than you think.

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Preparing to travel to the UK

Things to think about before you travel to the UK. Have you:

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My experience in Belfast: Margaret Nimoh (Ghana)

Margaret Nimoh

Originally from Ghana, UK student Margaret Nimoh shares her experiences of a UK education and talks about her new home, the city of Belfast.

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Student discounts

Top 10% off discounts available with an NUS Extra card

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