Choosing A University, What To Study And All You Need To Know!

The best UK Universities
The best university for you will be your strongest career & life foundation

With over 150 universities in the United Kingdom, it can be overwhelming to decide which University you should enroll at. Therefore, it is not easy to figure out where to start. Most importantly, this is a long-term life decision that will affect your personal and professional life.

Certainly, you do want to think this through carefully. Researching each University on your wish list can help you to choose the best university and education for you. In other words, pick a university that resonates well with your educational needs.

But, what should you really consider when researching different Universities?

The truth is, many students pick a University they like based on how they feel towards it or how popular it is among their peers. Although this can be good and satisfactory, you still need a University that will perfectly satisfy all your educational needs.

Firstly, you need to know why you want to study. Secondly, you need to think about where you would like study. Thirdly, know the academic quality and what majors they offer. Fourthly, what type of culture and social environment do you want to be in.

But first, let us look at the commonly best picked universities in the United Kingdom and the best courses/majors they offer. And second, we will share tips that can help guide you in choosing the perfect University to study at and major(s) to kickstart your career.

Top Ranked Universities in the UK

  1. Oxford
  2. Cambridge
  3. Imperial College of London (ICL)
  4. London School of Economics and Political Studies (LSE)
  5. University College of London (UCL)
  6. St Andrews
  7. Warwick
  8. Bath
  9. Durham
  10. Loughborough

Best Universities by Faculty

  • Law – Cambridge; LSE; Oxford; UCL
  • Computer Science – Oxford; Imperial College of London; Cambridge; UCL
  • Medicine – Imperial College of London; UCL; Oxford; London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
  • Art & Design – UCL; Loughborough; Royal College of Art; Glasgow School of Arts
  • Psychology – Oxford; St Andrews; UCL; Cambridge
  • Business Studies – LSE; Imperial College of London; Durham; St Andrews

Now that you know some of the best universities, can you just pick and choose any one?

Remember…

The most important answer is behind the question WHY? Why do I want to go to university and study?

This may seem easy to answer, but if you know the real reasons behind why, it will make it even more easier for you to decide, and inspire you to succeed.

Ask yourself questions such as:

  • What are my interests? What am I good at? Will it expand my skills?
  • What majors do they offer? Do my interests line up with them? Does it offer enough employment opportunities?
  • Do I want to study close, far or abroad? How much can I afford to study?
  • Public or private university? What are their average class sizes? Is the university accredited?
  • What other alternatives are there? What is really right for me?

Let’s break these down and further explain them…

Tips to choosing the right course for you:

1. What are my interests?

Your interests are things that you are drawn to and want to discover and learn more about.

For example, if your interest is in life science, studying Biology or Genetics would be one of your better options. If you like drawing and painting, you may be interested in choosing studies in the Arts and Design.

This is very importance because it will lay a solid foundation for your future and determine your happiness in your chosen career. It will help you perfect what you already can do and add more value to skills you already know. Certainly, this will make it easier to decide which course, major(s) or degree to choose.

Remember, it is your interests you should consider and not what your parents want or what is most popular among your peers.

2. What are their top majors/degrees?

Just as you take time to figure out what your own interests are, you need to do the same for the university you want to attend. Knowing the university’s ‘interests’, in other words their core expertise, will tell you if they have quality academics for your chosen degree. Even the best university may not offer perfect, quality education for each an every degree.

For instance, Oxford is the best university in the UK with outstanding education, but if you are looking to further your studies in Economics or business studies, London School of Economics and Political Studies would be a better school to study at. This is not to say Oxford ranks worst, but LSE has more all-rounder quality to offer for such degrees in business than Oxford would.

In short, it is the overall quality that will determine how well the degree aligns with your interest and your employment opportunities in your chosen career.

3. Geographic Location and Affordability

The location of the university is another major consideration to keep in mind. A geographical location means where in the world something is. This will tell you about its culture, climate, lifestyle and traditions.

Every location has many big and small factors that will describe how compatible it is with you and your studying. These include politics, cost of living, available amenities and community services, crime rate etc.,.

With these, you should also consider the overall lifestyle. Are you into a fast-paced, culturally and diversified area such as the city or prefer a more subtle and modest area as a small town or countryside?

In addition, mesh your chosen degree with a geographic location. That could be an amazing decision on its own. You could move to a different state or country and get first hand experience for your degree.

For example, if you are someone who is into computer and information technological science, moving to China will give you academic and practical exposure to high-tech technology. Above all, China is ranked third as a technological expertise country and fourth at being a country that offers high quality science programs. To sum it up, this increases your cultural diversity, skill and knowledge quality.

Another important factor to remember is finances. Being unable to afford your basic needs and wants can affect your academic performance which can result in dissatisfaction and can possibly lead to dropping out.

Therefore, no matter how perfect your chosen university may be, ensure that you can cover the costs or seek tuition funding that can offer sufficient funding for the duration of your degree.

4. Is it accredited and reputable?

It is very important that any higher education institute is fully registered and accredited. This is its way to tell you if its trustworthy, reliability and quality outputs it has.

Usually, registered and accredited institutions appear on country states or education department boards/lists which is an assurance that even the government is well aware of these entities. Accredited universities have a higher reputation and increase employer recognition status, which means higher employment opportunities for you.

Another way to check for college accreditation is their hosting of career fairs as this implies that employers are more likely interested to (and will) hire students from that institution.

Consider the average sizes of the university’s population and classes too. Does the university offer one-on-one slots with lecturers or professors? Are the classrooms environmentally friendly for learning? Does the ratio of the student number to classroom size balance? These are academic environmental factors that can also affect the quality of education you receive, your performance, career attitude and performance. Your best choice is a school that can consider each and every student and offer services that will benefit students individually.

5. Other Alternatives

Sometimes you may have all your findings about the university(s) that you have your eye on and that aligns best with your interests and academic needs, but still feel indifferent about which one out of them to choose.

Beyond the theoretical information you have gathered, why not visit your intended institution and get a taste of how it makes you feel, how favorable its environment is, the cultural and social life around it and so forth. How you feel, whether anxious or thrilled, will tell you if that university is right for you.

Yes, education is important, but your mental health and, most importantly, your happiness is equally important. Likewise, finding a university that best satisfies these is deemed best for you and will add more value to your character, interests, skills and experience.

6. Take a Gap Year

Taking time out is considered to be a way to stop a regular course (in this case, school) to focus or discover another avenue in life. This is known as taking a gap year.

Taking a gap year allows you to do anything from being employed to traveling which helps you figure out what exactly you want to do with your lives and subsequently have a clear mind in deciding which university to attend, should you decide so.

During this space, usually, a year-long, you have the time to reboot, develop deep thinking, create a balanced lifestyle, save for university and mostly self-discovery. Certainly, these are essential characteristics and qualities to have for facing tertiary life challenges.

Taking a gap year is highly recommended by most universities because they have seen how those who attend university after a gap year, value their education more and have a better experience in school.

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, choosing the right university can be confusing, tedious and draining, but that is okay. As challenging as it may be, it is also fun and full of lifetime experiences. They will train your decision-making skills and help you decide better for future events.

If your school has a student counsellor or career advisor, be sure to visit one to get more insight. It will help you figure out what your interests are, skills, and the type of career you want to pursue. You will know which degree and university will help you achieve your fullest potential.

Let's Explore More...

We have compiled a few websites that can help you in deciding on which university to go to. These are portals that show you the best universities for your any of your chosen degree. What’s amazing is they are not only from the UK, but from other countries as well. Have a look and explore…

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8 lessons.
2 hours per lesson.
(Useful for late starters).

$640

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1 lesson each week (same day / time).
2 hours per lesson.

$8000

Termly in advance.
Full time – mainly online.
Suitable for Home Schooling.
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$500

Per Month
For Each Subject.
1 lesson each week (same day/time).
2 hours per lesson.
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8 lessons.
2 hours per lesson.
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$2000

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Termly in advance.
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4 lessons.
1 lesson each week (same day / time).
2 hours per lesson.

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Termly in advance.
Full time – mainly online.
Suitable for Home Schooling.
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TUITION (Australia)

   $340

Per Month
For Each Subject.
1 lesson each week (same day/time).
2 hours per lesson.
(4 Pupils per class).

 
   $800
 

For Each Subject.
8 lessons.
2 hours per lesson.
(Useful for late starters).

  $800

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4 lessons.
1 lesson each week (same day / time).
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For Each Subject.
4 lessons.
1 lesson each week (same day / time).
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Termly in advance.
Full time – mainly online.
Suitable for Home Schooling.
Celebrities and diplomats choice.

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Our Official UK Government Exam Centre
British A Levels & GCSEs
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Accommodation recommended

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