Study Medicine in the UK: A Complete Guide for Undergraduates

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The UK has a long tradition of educating medical students. UK-trained doctors practise medicine globally and are recognised for their clinical skills. In 2022, the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, University College London, Imperial College London and King’s College London ranked among the top 20 medical colleges in the world. Here’s everything you need […]

TMUA 2025: The Ultimate Guide To Acing This UK University Maths Entrance Exam

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Most UK universities do not require the Test of Mathematics for University Admission (TMUA). However, this exam allows students applying to mathematics, computer science, economics, and related programmes to demonstrate their analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. This guide covers everything you need to know, from who should take the exam to effective preparation strategies. Let’s […]

UCAS Streamlined: What to Anticipate in the 2025 Admissions Cycle

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For the 2025 admissions cycle, UCAS has significantly revamped the undergraduate application process, incorporating feedback from stakeholders across the sector. These enhancements elevate students’ application journeys while furnishing universities and colleges with more precise and pertinent information. The application portal will be accessible to students starting May 16, 2024. This blog showcases some of the […]

Study Law in the UK: An Ultimate Guide For Undergraduates

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Many international students favour the UK as a destination as you can study law at the undergraduate level. In contrast, students typically study law in the US at the postgraduate level. In 2023, prestigious institutions like the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, and King’s […]

Exploring Veterinary Medicine in the UK: What You Need to Know

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Veterinary medicine is a medical science branch that deals with animal healthcare, husbandry and breeding. It also supports human healthcare by monitoring and controlling zoonotic diseases transmitted from animals to humans and food safety when it comes to the consumption of animals. Those who study veterinary medicine often collaborate with epidemiologists and other health or […]

The UK UCAS: How to Shortlist Undergraduate Universities

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The UK has more than 380 universities and colleges that offer full-time undergraduate courses. But the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), a centralised admission and application service, lets you apply only to five colleges for your undergraduate degree. How do you shortlist your universities on the UK UCAS platform?  Here’s how to shortlist undergraduate […]

The UK UCAS Undergraduate Admissions: An Ultimate Guide

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If you’ve decided to study in the UK and are wondering how to apply to universities there, rest assured that the process is more straightforward than you think. But you need to be well-versed with UK’s UCAS system. In essence, it is the interface between students wanting to pursue a course of their choice in the […]

How to Apply to UK Universities as an International Student

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If you’re wondering how to apply to UK universities as an international student, the application process is pretty straightforward. You will have to submit your applications through the UCAS  website, which serves as a centralised platform to apply to universities in the UK. Although the holy trinity of predicted grades, a letter of recommendation, and […]

The Ultimate Guide to Undergraduate Entrance Exams for UK Universities

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The UK is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations for bachelor’s degree students. If you’re wondering what exams are required to pursue undergraduate studies in the UK, only a handful of highly selective universities and competitive courses require entrance tests in addition to your UCAS application. Broadly speaking, there are two types of UK […]

US or UK: Which is Better for Undergraduate Studies?

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The US and the UK are both popular destinations of study for international students. According to a survey by the Mitchell Institute, even after the pandemic, the US, the UK, and Canada lead the way with the highest number of international student visas globally. In 2022, the UK issued student visas to 118,000 Indians, while […]

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PGDM, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad;
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Anusha Bhagat is a growth strategist and operations expert with 15 years of
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At UBS she served as Chief Operating Officer – Equities & Investment Banking, India,
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