Semesters in the United Kingdom
Spend a semester abroad. Broaden your horizons.
Scholarships up to €1000 are available
Spend a semester or a full academic year studying in the UK and earn credits to transfer back to your home university.
With a higher education system renowned for educational excellence and many of its universities at the forefront of global research, this is hardly surprising. Take a minute to search the top-ten universities on the planet – you’ll find 4 of them reside on UK soil.
The UK may be an island but it’s made up of four very different countries: England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. Each of these countries has a strong national identity and each has its own unique history, language and landscapes.
From Buckingham Palace to Edinburgh Castle, Snowdonia National Park to the Giant’s Causeway, the UK has so many wonderful cities, attractions and outdoor spaces to explore while you are studying.
Application Deadlines
The application deadline is based on when you’re available to intern.
Applications must be received at least 14 weeks before your intended start date.
Costs
Visas
All students must obtain a visa to study in the UK. The type of visa is determined by your nationality, length of stay and type of programme.
Semester programmes (less than 6 months)
- For semester programmes (less than 6 months), you may have to apply for a visa in advance. This will include an extra fee, which will be in addition to semester programme fees. You should research whether or not you need one here GOV.UK
- If you do not need a visa for a semester programme, you will need to apply for Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. Visitors can find out when they need an ETA to travel and can apply on GOV.UK. An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple journeys to the UK for stays of up to six months at a time over two years or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner.
For academic year programmes (6 months or longer) and semesters with internships, you will have to apply for a Tier 4 visa in advance.
- The cost of the Tier 4 visa is currently £363 (approximately €420). This cost excludes mandatory UPS shipping (for students applying from within the US), and Priority Visa Services, which are recommended by Learn International, but not required.
- For students staying 6 months or longer, you will also have to pay an NHS surcharge, which is currently £470 (approximately €540).
Visa fees are subject to change without notice.
Scholarships
We offer scholarships up to €1000 off the programme price. They are competitive, so act quickly and apply here now!
The scholarship application has two parts: a one-page essay about how the placement will contribute to your academic and career goals, and a choice of how you might record your internship experience. You can choose to either:
- Write a weekly blog.
- Submit a weekly video blog.
All scholarship recipients will also be required to:
- Submit weekly photos we can use for social media and marketing
- Write a testimonial at the end of the programme.
How To Get In Touch
If you want to talk to me about your semester abroad please fill in our Ask and Advisor form
