UK life is an incredible mix of international cultures and contemporary thinking, held together by a strong sense of identity and tradition. 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.

Public holidays are a big part of UK culture. When they come along everyone is determined to make the most of it - whether it's a snow fight at Christmas, a carnival in May or ice-cream on the beach in August. You'll also find plenty of traditional UK celebrations to enjoy on bank holidays and weekends all year round.