You could choose the UK
By Stephen Ssenkaba
As more people aspire for University Education, many are opting to pursue their studies abroad. The United Kingdom is one of the most preferred study destinations away from Uganda because of its rich education system. Apart from the fact that UK qualifications are internationally recognised, the country welcomes postgraduate students from around the world.

Why study in the United Kingdom?

• UK education has a unique reputation, which will give you a head start in your career
• UK qualifications are recognised all over the world
  l More intensive, shorter degree courses will save you time and money in gaining a high-quality education
• There are strict quality checks on courses, ensuring high standards
• There is a huge range of courses and places in which to study, enabling you to choose the type of institution and location you prefer
• If you are not at the right level to enter a UK degree there is a wide range of access, foundation and bridging courses you can choose from
• Attending a Scottish university (many of which have four year degree courses) could mean that you do not have to take a foundation course
• The UK education style is personal, with a high level of student support, ensuring that you should not fall behind or feel isolated
• You can take a pre-sessional English language course (before you start) or take one during your studies, so that your English meets the demand made on it, ability to listen and comprehend is as important as speaking and writing
• The UK is at the forefront of scientific and creative innovation and you could learn alongside some of the world's top intellectuals, providing an excellent atmosphere for study
• For undergraduate degrees, it is easy to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) www.ucas.com, which lets you apply to six institutions on one form. Applications can also be made online through ‘International Apply’.
• Most UK masters programmes can be completed in one calendar year, making a top postgraduate qualification more affordable.
• Tight controls are kept on the quality of education and standard of degrees.
• Many subjects are available at all postgraduate levels - diploma, masters and doctorate and you can choose the type of institution at which you would like to study.
• If you complete a diploma or masters course, you will be in a good position to go on to do a doctorate.
• Many university departments have strong links to business and industry, making research directly relevant to the world of work.
• The opportunity to improve your fluency in English will improve your job prospects and help both you and your employer develop international links.

These are the universities with links to Uganda.

• The University of Birmingham
  Has grown into a major international centre for research and teaching and has a student population of approximately 25,000. Amongst these, over 4,300 are international students.
  Address:
  The University of Birmingham
  Edgbaston, Birmingham
  B15 2TT
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 121 414 2894
  Fax +44 121 414 3850
  international@bham.ac.uk
  Website www.bham.ac.uk

 

• Canterbury Christ Church University
  Combines academic excellence with a friendly welcoming atmosphere.
  Address:
  Canterbury Christ Church University College
  North Holmes Road
  Canterbury, Kent
  CT1 1QU United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 1227 782765
  Fax +44 1227 781558
  mld9@canterbury.ac.uk
  www.international.canterbury.ac.uk

 

• University of Central England in Birmingham
  A major provider of higher education to students from across the globe.
  Address:
  International Office,
  UCE Birmingham
  Perry Barr
  Birmingham
  B42 2SU
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 (0) 121 331 5389
  Fax +44 (0)121 331 6314
  international.admissions@uce.ac.uk

 

• University College for the Creative Arts
  One of the UK’s leading providers of specialist art and design education, offering strengths in art, design, architecture, media and communication.
  Email enquiries
  info@ucreative.ac.uk

 

• University of Greenwich (London)
  There are over 4,000 international students from over 80 countries around the world enrolled this year
  Address:
  International Office
  University of Greenwich
  Old Royal Naval College
  Greenwich, London
  SE10 9LS
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 20 8331 8242
  Fax +44 20 8331 8625
  international@gre.ac.uk
  www.international.canterbury.ac.uk

 

• University of Hertfordshire
  Address:
  International Office
  Mercer Building
  College Lane
  Hatfield AL10 9AB
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 1707 286396
  Fax +44 1707 284738
  international@herts.ac.uk
  www.herts.ac.uk/international

 

• Liverpool Hope University
  Has a rich tradition stretching back over 150 years of opening up opportunities for a well-rounded education.
  Address:
  Admissions
  Liverpool Hope University College
  Hope Park
  Liverpool
  L16 9JD
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 151 291 3295
  Fax +44 151 291 2050
  admission@hope.ac.uk
  www.hope.ac.uk/international

 

• London Metropolitan University
  Has over 35,000 students across two campuses in London.
  Address:
  International Office
  London Metropolitan University
  166-220 Holloway Road
  London
  N7 8D8 United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 20 7133 3317
  Fax +44 20 7133 2240
  international@londonmet.ac.uk
  www.londonmet.ac.uk/international

 

• London South Bank University
  Has over 3,000 international students from 120 countries.
  Teaching is arranged over four faculties:Arts and Human Sciences, Business, Computing and Information Management, Engineering, Science and the Built Environment and Health and Social Care
  Address:
  International Office
  London South Bank University
  103 Borough Road
  London
  SE1 0AA
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 20 7815 6189
  Fax +44 20 7815 6199
  internat@lsbu.ac.uk
  www.lsbu.ac.uk

 

• The University of Manchester
  The largest single-site university in the UK, offering undergraduate degree, postgraduate masters and PhD research programmes in over 60 disciplines in its four faculties: Engineering and physical sciences, humanities, medical and human sciences and life sciences.
  Address:
  The University of Manchester
  Directorate of International Development
  Oxford Road
  Manchester
  M13 9PL
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 161 275 2196
  Fax +44 161 275 2058
  international@manchester.ac.uk
  www.manchester.ac.uk

 

• Middlesex University
  Students can take advantage of Middlesex University’s Africa Regional Office free service to process their applications and visa advice and can apply for the merit based scholarships.
  Address
  Middlesex University Africa Regional Office
  C/o Impact by Design
  1st Floor, Jimkan House
  Woodvale Grove, Westlands
  P. O. Box 16853 - 00619, Nairobi
  Telephone +254 20 4442582 or 4445119
  Fax +254 20 4445671
  Middlesex@wananchi.com
  www.mdx.ac.uk or www.mdx.ac.uk/dubai

 

• University of Sussex
  Is a leading teaching and research institution.
  Address:
  The University of Sussex
  International and Study Abroad Office
  Mantell Building, Falmer
  Brighton
  BN1 9RF
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 1273 678422
  Fax +44 1273 678640
  international@sussex.ac.uk
  www.sussex.ac.uk

 

• University of Warwick
  Courses are challenging and rigorous, guided and inspired by first class academic staff.
  Address:
  The University of Warwick
  International Office
  Coventry
  CV48UWW
  United Kingdom
  Telephone +44 2476 523706
  Fax +44 2476 524337
  int.office@warwick.ac.uk
  www.warwick.ac.uk

 

• University of Westminster
  Offers a wide range of Bachelors, Masters and PhD courses, as well as Study Abroad, Exchange and Short Course programmes.
  See the university website for more details on how to apply, along with information about fees and scholarships, at www.wmin.ac.uk/international.
  Address:
  Central Student Administration
  Metford House
  115 New Cavendish Street
  Westminster
  London
  W1W 6UW
  England
  Telephone +44 20 7911 5000
  admissions@wmin.ac.uk
  www.wmin.ac.uk