The Home Office has recently announced an increase in immigration and nationality fees, which will take effect from 9 April 2025 onwards. These changes will affect international students and visitors coming to the UK for long-term and short-term studies and those seeking to stay in the UK after graduation. In addition, the UK’s electronic travel authorisation (ETA) scheme, which currently applies to visitors from countries that previously had visa-free access to the UK, will extend to European travellers starting from 2 April 2025. This blog outlines the new study visa fees and the ETA application process.

Setting goals is not difficult; creating ones that drive real impact is the real challenge. Many people, regardless of what life stage they are in, are struggling to identify what truly matters to them. In contrast, others may have a clear vision, but they often find themselves stuck in a cycle of postponement, resulting in little achievement year after year. This article delves into a backward approach to setting meaningful goals and four deep work strategies to make your aspirations a reality. Combining these two elements creates a structured path to success.

The 2025 THE World University Rankings, which examined over 2000 institutions across 115 countries and territories, were announced on 9 October 2024. The UK boasts three universities in the top ten and 12 in the top 100. Oxford ranks first globally, followed by Cambridge in fifth and Imperial College London in ninth.

Recognising and addressing these common mistakes through reflection and corrective measures is pivotal for enhancing overall performance and achieving desired band scores. This article is a must-read if your aim is a band score of 7 or higher. It delves into 12 common mistakes and essential tips for success in the IELTS Academic and General Training tests, covering the Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking sections.

On 5 July 2024, the Labour Party led by Keir Starmer won a majority in the 2024 General Election, making him the new UK Prime Minister. Our investigation into the higher education backgrounds of Starmer and his new Cabinet members reveals that attending Oxbridge and Russell Group universities, achieving high academic qualifications, and studying non-science subjects can significantly contribute to their political success and leadership.

According to the Graduate Market in 2024 report, Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds, Bristol, Warwick, UCL, Southampton, Durham, and Exeter are among the most sought-after UK institutions by major national and multinational graduate employers such as PwC, Civil Service, NHS, Deloitte, Google, EY, BBC, KPMG, Aldi, and Barclays.

This news article outlines the latest changes to UK Student visa applications in 2024: 1) increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge from 6 February; 2) only students pursuing a postgraduate research degree can bring their dependants from 1 January; 3) there is no change to the Graduate visa.

Time Out compiled its most recent round-up of the best cities in the world regarding food, drink, art galleries, museums, live music, theatre, nightlife, green space, architecture, the happiness of locals, and community vibes. Four UK cities made the top 50 this year: London (4), Liverpool (7), Manchester (15), and Glasgow (30).

This article covers everything you need to know about IELTS General Training: What is this test, and who should take it? Explore each section’s test format, question types, test band scores and assessment, online test registration and fees, and the IELTS One Skill Retake option. This article intends to be your complete guide to IELTS General Training, providing a comprehensive overview of the test.

While higher-ranked universities are frequently in the spotlight, this article explores three convincing reasons why opting for a lower-ranked university can be advantageous: 1) lower tuition fees and more financial aid initiatives; 2) higher-quality teaching and personalised support; 3) increased possibilities of achieving high grades.

16 UK cities have been named QS Best Student Cities 2024: London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Bristol, Coventry, Birmingham, Nottingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Belfast, Sheffield, Aberdeen, Brighton, and Leicester. Most of the cities are in England, followed by Scotland and Northern Ireland.

While some people do not consider university ranking that important, others believe that it is the most critical factor when selecting a university to study at. This article examines three compelling reasons for attending a prestigious university: 1) increased eligibility for immigration programmes; 2) increased odds of winning scholarships; and 3) enhanced job prospects.

The QS World University Ranking 2024, one of the most recognised and respected rankings of global universities, were unveiled in June 2023. The UK claims four out of the top ten positions. They are the University of Cambridge (2nd), the University of Oxford (3rd), Imperial College London(6th), and University College London (9th).

The book aims to help us maximise our capacity in each skill while focusing on only one at a time for a 12-week period. Its purpose is to teach people “how-to” or “process” for carrying out plans, driving results, and reaching their full potential.

International postgraduate taught students coming to the UK to study in the autumn of 2023, as well as those on research programmes such as PhD and postgraduate research courses, can still bring their immediate family members with them to the United Kingdom.