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London College Of Business Management

London College Of Business Management

Cheam, South London, London, SM3 9BJ

LCBMIT is a higher education institute based in London and has successfully been reviewed by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). We have six faculties, from Business to Health Care, Law, English and Accountancy to IT, offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses leading to university degrees at UK universities. We have a world class faculty, a range of scholarships, and provide an unrivalled quality learning experience. less

St Christopher College Of Medicine

St Christopher College Of Medicine

Luton, Bedfordshire, East England, LU1 3EP

Our main focus is to provide quality education, which will help students to achieve basic and advanced medical knowledge to develop their insights into clinical practice. Courses offered at SCIMD College of Medicine are at the forefront of academic knowledge and are taught by enthusiastic and encouraging faculty that creates an excellent environment of learning. less

Saint Mary's College

Saint Mary's College

Southampton, Hampshire, South East England,

Happiness and security are both vital factors in every child's education. Each child is an individual with his or her own strengths and weaknesses, needs and aspirations. At St. Mary's we believe that we can respond to the needs of your child and provide a happy, caring family atmosphere in which your son or daughter can develop and fulfil his or her potential. less

CAW - Edinburgh Centre

CAW - Edinburgh Centre

Edinburgh, Scotland, Scotland, EH12 9EB

Having been established since 1989, we have centres in Huntingdon, Potters Bar, Leeds and Edinburgh and train students from all over the UK and overseas through our classroom taught courses, work-based learning team and distance learning school. In 2012, we successfully launched CAW Business school to provide business-related courses to both those inside and outside of the animal profession. less

St Mary'S College

St Mary'S College

Londonderry, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, BT48 9QE

St Mary's College opened its doors in 1959 on its original site in the Creggan area of Derry. For fifty years it served the parish, parents and pupils of Derry from this site. It attracted pupils from a wide catchment area that embraced most of the city. In 2010 St Mary's celebrated its Golden Anniversary and it moved to its new hi-tech campus at the heart of the Digital Corridor on the Northland Road. Pupils now have access to state of the art facilities and vibrant learning spaces. less

Abacus College

Abacus College

Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East England, OX3 9AX

We offer a wide range of courses to suit students aged from 15 upwards, regardless of their nationality, English language ability and educational background. Our classes are small, our tutors well-qualified and highly experienced, and every student is treated as an individual. Our programmes are highly flexible and can be adapted to meet the precise needs of each of our students. We believe strongly in the importance of an all-round education. less

Padworth College

Padworth College

Reading, Berkshire, South East England, RG7 4NR

Since 1963, when the College was founded by Oxford University tutor, Peter Fison, it has been true to its aim of bringing an informal tutorial atmosphere to school-level education, where individual talents are encouraged and all are respected and valued. less

Queen Elizabeth Humanities College

Queen Elizabeth Humanities College

Bromyard, Herefordshire, West Midlands, HR7 4QS

Queen Elizabeth Humanities College is a small 11-16 fully comprehensive school, situated in the tranquil surroundings of the beautiful Herefordshire countryside in the historic market town of Bromyard. The school draws students from a feeder area covering approximately 25 square miles. The school has outstanding ICT facilities throughout for all curriculum areas and for the support of extra-curricular activities, events and other student interests and needs. less

West London Community College

West London Community College

Uxbridge, West London, London, UB8 2YG

The Colne Lodge centre is situated in an attractive building set on the historic Colne River in Uxbridge equipped with six classrooms. We invite you to experience West London Community College campus for yourself by taking our virtual tour. The upmost care has been taken in creating The Old Vicarage residential home for students attending WLCC. Come and have a look. less

St Edmund's College

St Edmund's College

Ware, Hertfordshire, East England, SG11 1DS

England's oldest Catholic school offering an all round co-education for students from 3 to 18 and for families from all faiths. Our historic campus offers modern facilities in a magnificent country setting in rural Hertfordshire, providing a safe and stimulating environment for young minds. less

Rochdale Sixth Form College

Rochdale Sixth Form College

Rochdale, Greater Manchester, North West England, OL12 6HY

Rochdale Pioneers PartnershipNational Support SchoolOfsted InfoTerm DatesWhy is RSFC such a class act? In the short time since it first opened its doors, RSFC's results have truly established it as 'best in class'. The secret of our success lies in the fact that we'll always put your needs first. You don't fit in with us, we fit in with you. We're the only College in Rochdale to specialise in A-Levels. less

Oxford Business College

Oxford Business College

Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East England, OX1 2BQ

Oxford Business College is an independent education and training establishment specialising in a range of higher level business management courses, offering those embarking on their careers an alternative route to a degree, postgraduate or professional qualification. We are situated in the centre of Oxford, and therefore in a perfect position for you to enjoy all the tremendous attributes the city has to offer. less

City College Stratford

City College Stratford

Stratford, East London, London, E15 2TF

City College Stratford was established in 2010 as EDU INTL UK LTD. with a vision to serve both in the United Kingdom and other operated countries. City College Stratford acknowledges the local and global need to fulfil occupational qualification gaps in various industry sectors. We bridge these gaps in the workforce by providing qualified skilled workers. This not only benefits the employers but also the workers in achieving their own objectives. less

Laurelhill Community College

Laurelhill Community College

Lisburn, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT28 2UH

Laurelhill is a caring College, providing a supportive learning environment in which all are inspired to achieve high standards and to become confident young people taking their place in society. This is an all-ability, non-selective, post primary school which has a caring ethos and has a dedicated teaching staff working to ensure that our young people reach the very highest of standards. We prize high achievement and the development of the whole person. less

London College Of Massage

London College Of Massage

Holborn, Central London, London, WC1X 8TX

Our training is divided into 4 modules, the Beginners Massage Course, Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology, Health & Safety and the Practitioners Massage Course. On successful completion of all 4 modules you will gain the LCM Diploma which will enable you to obtain insurance to be able to practice in the UK and abroad and register with various associations such as the FHT. 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