Winter events in the UK

Winter in the UK ©David Sellman

Find out what is on and discover more of the UK with our winter events guide.

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Extending or applying for a new visa

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The rules are changing for international students who want to stay in the UK after completing their course.

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Explore Education UK's interactive map

Education UK interactive map

From sandy beaches and mountains, to rolling green hills. From music festivals and football matches, to theatre and art galleries. From quaint old towns to bustling big cities - there’s so much for you to discover in the UK! Explore photos and suggestions of where to visit with our interactive map.

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Show your writing talents to 2 million students worldwide!

We are looking for talented and imaginative young students with a passion for writing to contribute articles to our website and become an ‘Education UK student journalist’.

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  • The best universities in the world

    Oxford University

    Four of the top six universities in the world are in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2012).

  • A great mix of students

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    428,225 international students from 200 nations enrolled at British universities 2010-2011 (HESA).

  • Study scholarships

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    Use the Search (top-right of the website) to find UK scholarships and grants.

  • A fantastic learning experience

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    91% of students rated their teaching and learning experience as either good or excellent (NUS student experience survey, Feb 2011).

UCAS 2013 deadline for art and design courses

Deadline for some art and design courses

The UCAS application deadline for many UK art and design courses is 24 March 2013. Find out more about how to apply and where to get information on the deadlines for your chosen institution.
 

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Our Education UK newsletter brings you the latest news and advice on visas, scholarships, applying for courses, choosing accommodation, learning English and much more!

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Join Education UK on Facebook!

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Join the Education UK community on Facebook and see more about what the UK offers international students! We’ll be posting up lots of fantastic images, videos, student blogs and running competitions for you to get involved in.

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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

Take a look at Club UK and Postgraduate UK magazines

Club UK magazine 2013

Education UK's 2013 magazines are out now! Take a look at Club UK and Postgraduate UK - find out about great things to do in the UK, check out Edinburgh, Manchester and Swansea, see what UK postgraduate study can offer you, and lots more.

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Download the 2013 Education UK guides

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The 2013 Education UK guides are designed to help you plan your UK studies. They include detailed information on how to apply for courses, visas, scholarships and much, much more.

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