Why
should I study in the UK?
The United Kingdom has a tradition
of excellence that has been built over the centuries.
Its numerous colleges and universities, at par with
the best in the world, offer a vibrant, creative
and challenging environment. They provide a solid
foundation on which to develop your fullest potential,
boost your career prospects and build your future.
Why is
counselling a good idea?
Counsellors or student advisors
who may or may not be representatives of a British
university, act as the first link between a student
and a university. They are required to possess detailed,
accurate information about various universities
and the ability to advise and assist prospective
students with the admission process. They may administer
aptitude tests and carry out other investigations
into the ability of applicants to benefit from and
succeed in the courses to which they apply.
Why
should I approach The Combine Company?
The Combine Company is a professionally managed
company associated with various aspects of education
in the United Kingdom. It represents several of
the country’s premier institutions. Our counsellors
are experienced and friendly. They work closely
with you and guide you through each step of the
process. A measure of our success lies in the
number of talented young people we have successfully
placed during the short period of our existence.
Besides the goodwill The Combine Company enjoys
with its students, The Combine Company also enjoys
very good rapport with the Universities in UK.
Both the Directors have experienced student life
in UK, so they take personal interest in advising
the students regarding what to expect. Their guidance
has often proved to be invaluable to the students.
For more details about our services, please see
our Services.
What types
of courses are open to me?
Institutions of higher education in the UK offer
a large range of courses, including foundation programmes,
undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and diplomas,
and research programmes. UK universities offer around
--- undergraduate courses and over 20,000 postgraduate
courses. Most universities and colleges take in
new students in September while a few do so in January/
February for select courses.
How do
I decide where to study?
Choosing from the enormous range of opportunities
offered in the UK often leaves prospective students
bewildered. Our counsellors help you pinpoint the
course and institution that would be suit your needs
and jumpstart your career. Their advice takes into
account all the factors that determine your choice
of an institution.
For more details, please see Services.
How
do I learn the rating of the institutions I’m
interested in applying to?
The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) is an independent
body funded by subscriptions from universities
and colleges of higher education to ensure that
the provision and standards of higher education
are safeguarded and enhanced. It reviews the performance
of institutions by auditing the way in which each
institution manages the overall quality and standards
of its provisions, and by reviewing academic standards
and the quality of teaching and learning in each
subject area.
A reliable way of judging a university is by
the number of points (from a maximum of 24) it
has been awarded by the QAA in the department
of your interest. A university that has been awarded
at least 22 out of 24 points may be rated as excellent.
What are
the general entry requirements?
Entry requirements depend on the course and university
you choose. Proven academic excellence and/or work
experience is sometimes mandatory for courses such
as MBAs.
What are
my chances of being admitted to an MBA course as
a fresh graduate?
Most universities in the UK require you to possess
a minimum of two to three years of managerial work
experience. However, some universities have a separate
MBA course for which recent graduates without work
experience are also eligible.
Must I
take an exam to qualify for higher education in
the UK?
Some universities require you to take the GMAT exam
to be eligible for admission to their MBA course
but most of the universities represented by The
Combine Company waive the test. You may also be
required to take an English language test such as
the IELTS or TOEFL before receiving an unconditional
offer from a university. Acceptable scores are around
6.0 for IELTS and 213 for CBT TOFEL. However, these
exams may be waived depending on your past scores
and proficiency in the English language.
Can I
study part-time in the UK?
Part-time courses at universities in the UK are
only open to European Union (EU) students. Non-EU
students can obtain visas only for full-time study.
Will I
be allowed to work part-time?
Yes, you will. You may work up to 20 hours a week
during term and full-time during holiday. However,
postgraduate students usually prefer to limit their
part-time work hours to accommodate the demands
of their courses.
For more information on part-time work and earnings,
please see Services.
How
much does studying in the UK cost?
Your choice of course, institution and location
all determine the cost of study in the UK. In
general, science (including medical clinical studies)
and business courses are more expensive than arts
courses. Living expenses in or around London are
higher than other areas.
For more precise information, please see Services.
What
are the scholarships available to me?
Several educational institutions offer scholarships
to international students. Other sources of funding
you may want to consider are the British Chevening
Scholarships, the British Council Fellowship Programme,
the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Programme
(CSFP), the Shared Scholarship Scheme and the
Overseas Research Students Award Scheme (ORSAS).
For more details on these, please see Services.
When
should I apply?
Although most universities do not have a formal
date for closing of applications, students are
advised to apply as early as possible, particularly
if they seek any form of financial assistance.
Applying early also leaves you with more time
to organise your travel documents, accommodation
and various pre-departure arrangements adequately.
Thus, students looking forward to starting in
September should apply by February/ March.
Undergraduate students applying through the Universities
and Colleges Admission System (UCAS) should send
in their applications by 30 June of the year of
entry.
Can
I work in the UK after completing my course?
The training and work experience scheme launched
in the UK recently assists overseas students in
gaining work experience with British-based employers.
For more information please visit or write to
The Combine Company office at:
35 A Prithviraj Road
New Delhi - 110011
INDIA
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