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The Latimer Arts College

The Latimer Arts College

Kettering, Northamptonshire, East Midlands, NN15 6SW

The Latimer Arts College is a thriving, high performing school and I am privileged to be Principal. Those in our learning community love contributing to our vibrant and exciting college life, supported by our Arts College ethos. Together we share one key aim: to secure outstanding achievements for each individual by delivering excellence in all that we do. At The Latimer Arts College we place no boundaries on ambition, no limits on aspirations and no barriers in the way of achievement. less

The Cardiff Academy

The Cardiff Academy

Cardiff, Wales, Wales, CF24 3AB

What Cardiff Academy stands for are the old-fashioned values of honesty, integrity, value-for-money, success through hard work, teaching professionalism and a continuing duty of care to each student we take in from the day they arrive to the day they leave. These values inform everything we do from our dealings with parents to our insistence that, although Cardiff Academy is a fee-paying institution, the students we teach always come first. less

Ratcliffe College Nursery School

Ratcliffe College Nursery School

Leicester, Leicestershire, East Midlands, LE7 4SG

Founder Antonio Rosmini was renowned as an educational innovator and that spirit has propelled the College forward ever since. The College ‘Victorian Gothic' buildings were designed by Augustus Welby Pugin, who co-operated with Sir Charles Barry on the design of the Houses of Parliament. less

Blackburn College

Blackburn College

Blackburn, Lancashire, North West England, BB2 1LH

Our learners benefit from an outstanding team of teaching and industry experts and can enjoy a campus which boasts £65 million facilities; including our brand new Sports facility, Regional Automotive Technology Hub and our fantastic £18.3 million Beacon Centre. less

Chaucer Conferences

Chaucer Conferences

Canterbury, Kent, South East England, CT2 7LJ

Our first site, Chaucer College, is an award-winning purpose-built college on the University of Kent campus in Canterbury, welcoming Japanese university students. Our second site, Kingsgate (near Broadstairs), is a refurbished Victorian building set in its own grounds, catering for Japanese high school students. Both colleges offer facilities for meetings, conferences and group accommodation, with classrooms, lecture rooms of various sizes and excellent IT backup. less

Lisc Independent Tutorial College

Lisc Independent Tutorial College

Surbiton, South West London, London, KT6 7AE

As an independent tutorial college and a study centre, awarded the 'exceeding expectations' outstanding award in its last two ISI inspections, LISC is exceptional in many ways. It offers both mainstream academic programmes for domestic and international students, pre-sessional courses helping students improve their language proficiency and the knowledge of academic subjects, terminology and relevant study skills and high school programmes. less

Pinnacle International College

Pinnacle International College

Stamford Hill, North London, London, N15 4BN

Choosing where you want to study will be one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. Importantly, the friends and contacts you make during your College days are likely to remain with you throughout your life. Pinnacle International College offers you a stimulating and challenging academic opportunity with programmes in Management, Information Technology, Law, Health and Social Care at levels 5, 6 and 7. The College is situated amidst the bustle and excitement of North London. less

British Universities & Colleges Sport

British Universities & Colleges Sport

London Bridge, South East London, London, SE1 0QX

British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) is the national governing body for Higher Education (HE) sport in the UK, a membership organisation, and a company limited by guarantee with charitable status, and our vision is simple, to enhance the student experience through sport. less

Melton College, York

Melton College, York

York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO24 4DH

For nearly 50 years students have come to Melton College to learn English in York. The College is in a residential part of the City, away from the crowded shopping area, it is the only IELTS Centre in York. We are also a Cambridge ESOL exam centre. We have a range of courses for students of all ages and abilities. We provide homestay accommodation and offer support for those who prefer self-catering. Our Student Services staff are committed to helping you get the most out of your time with us. less

St. Patrick's College

St. Patrick's College

Stratford, East London, London, E15 1AJ

Develop yourself - and a rewarding career - with a course focused on you and your needs. We will ensure you gain the applied knowledge and specialised skills that top employers want. Our courses give you essential insight into everything from fashion to law, journalism to accounting. You will learn from passionate, expert tutors, alongside students from all over the globe. Your studies will take place in the very centre of London: one of the most inspiring cities in the world. less

Earlsdon Coaching College

Earlsdon Coaching College

Coventry, West Midlands, West Midlands, CV1 2NE

Earlsdon and Leamington Coaching College is a small, independent college with centres in Coventry and Leamington. Students aged 6 to 18 can get the most from their education with tuition, coaching and exam preparation from Earlsdon and Leamington Coaching College. With highly experienced and qualified teachers, we can get you up to speed at school, ready for your exams or prepared for the 11+ from our centres in Coventry and Leamington Spa. less

Brooklands College

Brooklands College

Staines, Surrey, South East England, TW15

Welcome to Brooklands College a Further Education college based on two campuses, one in leafy Weybridge and the other in Ashford, close to Heathrow Airport. We are proud to be one of Surrey's largest providers of vocational training and further and Higher Education. Our course offering is diverse and our teaching excels, with students travelling long distances to benefit from the Brooklands College experience. less

Moat Community College

Moat Community College

Leicester, Leicestershire, East Midlands, LE2 0TU

We are just in the process of moving to our new website at the moment as part of the Building Schools for the Future​ project. Use this site to find useful information on all aspects of College life including term dates, opening hours, policies and procedures. less

Islamic College For Advanced Studies

Islamic College For Advanced Studies

Kilburn, North West London, London, NW6 5RA

The Islamic College represents the fusion of the classical with the modern. It was founded in 1998 to promote a new approach to the study of Islam and Muslims by providing a unique 'insider's perspective' on Islam and fostering a non-sectarian outlook. less

East London College

East London College

Ilford, East London, London, IG1 4TG

We provide excellent Education and Training for private and corporate students at all levels. With our supportive learning environment and excellent pass rates we are sure you will have a great learning experience with us. Founded in 1995, ELC has created a reputation as one of the top colleges in London. Providing quality teaching and tailored support for students we have an excellent track record of results, attained in a warm, supportive and highly motivating environment for our learners. less

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Many students from abroad, when visiting a foreign country for an exchange year or to simply enroll at a Bachelor or Masters degree course, or another type of an educational course, often find it difficult to figure out the educational system of the country hosting them as students. And this is totally normal and understandable. At the end of the day, the majority of the countries in the world follow their own educational system that may be similar to other countries in the world, but not necessarily exactly the same.

This is a common case when it comes to the term “college” in the UK. When students from the USA and many other countries in the world are asked to define what college is, they will quickly explain to you that college is the same thing as university. However, is it the same in the UK? Did you know that college in the UK is something different from university? Today we are about to explain the basic differences between a college and an university in the UK, so stay tuned if you are interested in this topic.

The Difference Between University and College in UK

Confusion about a foreign educational system is a common thing students from abroad face and they may feel intimidated by that. However, there is no place for worries, because things are often easy to explain and get used to. This applied for the difference between a college and a university in the UK. In many countries both terms are pretty much interchangeable and mean the same thing. Other countries simply never use the term college and they have universities only. However, when it comes to the UK, there are both a college and a university as a part of the educational system and they mean something different. Well, if you are an exchange student in the UK or going there to study for a degree, you will soon find out that the country has a pretty unique educational system and the college is not the only thing different here.

Before explaining more in-depth the difference between a university and a college in the UK, let’s get some basic understanding about the educational system in the country in general, about a university, and about a college. It is a very good and important beginning if you are interested in studying in the UK and getting a degree, because there are different options and opportunities and you can choose the one that best suits and meets your requirements and needs as a student. Both a university and a college can help you develop in different ways and achieve different goals. Therefore, it is important to understand the difference between a college and a university and make the right decision, depending on your plans for the future.

In general, the UK educational system is divided in five major stages as it follows: Early years, Primary years, Secondary School, Further education, Higher education. The first three stages of education in the UK are the base of what the world knows as compulsory education. What happens at the end of secondary school is that students will sit for GCSE or A-Levels exams and next they will be free to make the decisions and choices about their future. This is the first stage, where the difference between a college and a university in the UK is very apparent. Basically, the main thing that differs a college and a university in the UK is that both terms determine a different level of education in the country.

In the most common way around the world, students will move from secondary school to a university, if they wish so. However, the UK educational system throws one more option for students in the whole mix and this is the college. UK students face a few opportunities by the end of this period and they can either decide to simply find a job right away and not to follow further education plans, they can enroll at a higher education, which is a university, if they have taken their A-Levels, or they can choose to enroll at a further education course and gain particular set of skills needed to land a specific job and start a specific career, which in the UK is referred to as a college. With these options in mind, it is safe to say that there are a bunch of differences when we compare a college and a university in the UK. The main one is that both terms are used for different levels of education, however, both a college and a university will differ in the context of degrees, duration, study curriculums, and more.

What Makes a University Different Than a College

When it comes to the UK, national universities can offer two types of degrees – undergraduate degrees and postgraduate degrees. Some universities in the country can also offer some further and specific educational courses, such as foundation degrees.

College in the UK Explained

A college is an educational institution that offers further education courses that will lead to specific qualifications and degrees. With that in mind, a college is usually assumed to offer more practical skills and qualifications. College qualifications in the UK include the following: diploma, foundation degrees, GCSE, Higher National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, International Baccalaureate.

In general, college courses in the country are designed in a way that students can obtain a certain level of skills and qualifications in a particular field. By finishing college, students are able to get a job or gain academic preparation for continuing their education at a university. A college course will also be more focused on providing students with a set of more practical skills. Therefore, a college in the country is often chosen by students, who want to obtain skills and become employable in a shorter period of time. A college will usually offer a part-time and flexible studying option besides the full-time studies that normally list last for one to two years.

The Benefits of Studying in a College

Almost two hundred thousand people in the UK are attending a college every year according to recent studies. So what makes so many people decide to continue their studies at a college? Is it beneficial to study at a college? However, it is important to mention that more students in the country prefer to attend a university over a higher education college. But still, their many benefits when it comes to a college, including:

• Lower tuition fees for a college

• Less overloaded college classes

• Study at college from home and reduce expenses

• Flexible college study programs

• Opportunity to continue with a university degree after college

• More individual support at college

College Tuition Fees

When it comes to higher education in the UK, it is pretty much costly and expensive, therefore, a college is a good option if you are on a budget. Enrolling and studying at a UK college will cost you significantly less. So if you don’t have the money for university tuition and you don’t want to rely on a student loan, a college is a good solution. College students in the UK are further encouraged by being provided with a range of merit-based and need-based bursaries.

The difference between university and college in UK
What makes a university different than a college
College in the UK explained
The benefits of studying in a college
College tuition fees