How great is UK education?

A UK education is of a famously high quality. This excellence is reflected in the long list of alumni from UK institutions who have made their mark on the world:

Artist: Damien Hirst

Writer:Phillip Pullman

iPod designer: Jonathon Ive

Fashion designer: Alexander McQueen 

In Uganda, individuals like Justice Geoffrey Kiryabwire, Governor Emmanuel Tumusiime Mutebile  and Justice Julia Sebutinde  are examples of the calibre of graduates that a UK education system produces.

The UK education system is flexible; you can study in a way that suits your lifestyle and career aspirations. All courses meet very strict quality standards criteria and many countries strive to follow the UK’s lead in the hope that they can achieve the same quality.

Studying in the UK allows one meet and interact with people of various nationalities and share backgrounds as well as  discover new perspectives. On successful completion of study, one can expect to gain international qualifications that are globally recognised and  valued.

The UK environment is supportive of students from all over the world. From the minute you apply right through to the end of your studies, you will find the required support to assist you through this  journey. And at the end, this experience, exposure and the learning will develop all who venture into people of who can think, create and innovate.

Studying in the UK affords one the 0pportunity to enter an education system populated with some of the world’s best intellectual achievers. Whatever your subject of study / area of interest, you will be able to further your academic qualification in an environment that attracts some of the best intellects to who come to study at some of the best institutions in the world.

Some interesting facts about UK education

Did you know that the UK produces about 9% of the world’s research papers and receives about 10% of the world’s citations? This means you have access to the most up-to- date knowledge and leading researchers in their fields.

The UK’s biotechnology sector is the largest in Europe and second globally to the USA.

UK is home to strong science based industries such as aerospace and pharmaceuticals, as well as being a leading centre for opto-electronics, computer games and mobile telephone software and services. (Source: Office of Science and Technology)

The creative industries are the third most important industry in the UK with revenue of over £140bn per year. There are over 5000 creative and cultural businesses in Scotland alone. (Source: Creative & Cultural Sector Skills Council)

Each year more than 185,000 students from all over the world are studying postgraduate qualifications in the UK as a building block to a successful career.

There are tens of thousands of courses and programmes, both taught and by research – you can specialise in almost any subject.

Whatever your subject, you will be able to further your academic qualifications in an environment that attracts some of the best intellects to study at some of the best institutions in the world.

So why should consider UK education for your self or your loved ones? Well, it may offer inspiration for a brighter future but very importantly, because it is an investment for the rest of your life.

By George Barugahare