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London Paragon College

London Paragon College

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Acton, West London, London, W3 9BJ

London Paragon College (LPC) is an independent training provider located in the heart of Acton on Uxbridge road, close to all amenities, and the public transport. We offer a range of courses from ESOL, Life in the UK test preparation and Workplace training. less

Rochester Independent College

Rochester Independent College

Rochester, Kent, South East England, ME1 1XF

Rochester Independent College is a UK boarding school that combines traditional academic rigour with a creative buzz, offering a fresh and lively alternative to conventional sixth form and secondary education. This boarding school in England accepts boarders from 16, and we accept day students from the age of 11. The focus is on examination success and university entry in a lively, supportive and informal atmosphere. less

Scola Wallington Centre

Scola Wallington Centre

Beddington, South London, London, SM6 0NB

Sutton College is the premier provider of adult education and training in the London Borough of Sutton offering over 1000 part-time courses in the day and evening. Enrol on a course today to gain qualifications or pick up a new skill. Browse through each department to see the full range of Sutton College courses and pick one that's right for you. Click on course titles to read further detailed information about that course and to enrol. less

Cambridge Open College

Cambridge Open College

Salisbury, Wiltshire, South West England, SP2 7LD

Our motto is "Ornamentum Loginquitas Eruditio" which translates to distinction in distance learning. The College is the UK's fastest growing distance learning provider. Supported means unlimited support from your own tutor, the student support staff, and on many of our courses, this includes full CV/Motivational support. You are not alone when you become a student of Cambridge Open College! All the printed study materials are yours to keep - use them in the way that suits you best. less

Universal College

Universal College

Stockwell, South West London, London, SW9 7AP

Universal College is an independent specialist centre engaged in training men and women in careers in Information Technology, Health Care, Marketing and Accounting. It is fully accredited by OCR. In today's world it is vital that you possess the right qualifications. At Universal College UK, our aim is to provide practical hands on training for all our courses as required by all of today's leading industries. less

Studyshots.co.uk

Studyshots.co.uk

Brighton, East Sussex, South East England, BN1 5DR

We Provide natural Lifestyle Photography, primarily for education, from Universities to Summer Schools, and we do it very well. From your annual prospectus, to your alumni event, your graduation, to in house magazine, or marketing. Lit, unlit, posed candid, we'll discuss with you the precise needs for your goals. Turn up, do the Job, and ordinarily turn it around within 48 hours [per day of shooting]. less

Central Bedfordshire College

Central Bedfordshire College

Dunstable, Bedfordshire, East England, LU5 4HG

Young people will be able to start college at 14 and study a mixture of academic and work-related qualifications. Under the Government's new 14-16 Study programmes, we are now inviting enquiries from parents interested in giving their children an alternative to school, starting full-time at the beginning of term in September 2016. less

Platanos College

Platanos College

Stockwell, South West London, London, SW9 0AL

Over the last few years, our results have risen rapidly and we are proud of our commitment to our learners and the community. We have an unshakeable belief that we can make a difference. We have high expectations of all in our community and believe that every learner can achieve beyond their expectations. We firmly believe that one's attitude is the key ingredient in achieving success regardless of background or ability. less

Fine Arts College

Fine Arts College

Hampstead, North West London, London, NW3 4YD

Fine Arts College is an independent sixth form A level college specialising in the study of Arts, Humanities. The College is located in Belsize Park, north London, with the main site situated in a secluded courtyard away from the bustle of the street. The courtyard buildings, originally a Victorian dairy, are modern and light-filled and comprise a series of lecture and tutorial rooms alongside art, drama and music studios. less

Dearne Valley College Official

Dearne Valley College Official

Rotherham, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, S63 7EW

Dearne Valley College is a Further Education (FE) college based in the heart of South Yorkshire. The College specialises in Vocational Training and Apprenticeships - this means that all our courses focus on the skills required by industry with an emphasis on employability. Training is often undertaken in real life working environments or in the actual work place. less

Farnborough College

Farnborough College

Farnborough, Hampshire, South East England, GU14 6SB

Farnborough College of Technology offers exceptional teaching and learning facilities, providing first class courses with a strong vocational orientation. With two modern style campuses, a warm and friendly atmosphere, and a wide variety of flexible courses for people of all ages, it is easy to understand why it has established such an excellent reputation. Accredited by the University of Surrey, the College offers a wide range of further and higher education programmes. less

College Of Haringey

College Of Haringey

Stamford Hill, North London, London, N15 4RU

London's Number One Performing College for Success Rates and for Student Satisfaction two years running! We are a highly successful vocational further education college offering a vast range of courses with two large Centres in Enfield and Tottenham. We are dedicated to giving the best possible education and training to all of our students, no matter what they have achieved before. Our courses will give you the skills you ned for work and for university too. less

Brighton Institute Of Modern Music

Brighton Institute Of Modern Music

Brighton, East Sussex, South East England, BN2 1PF

We offer a broad range of Higher and Further Education music courses - including BA Honours Degrees, nationally accredited Diplomas and Postgraduate Teaching Certificates. Our professional highly vocational and real-world courses include studies in guitar, bass, drums, vocals, songwriting, music production, music business and event management. The first BIMM college opened in 2001 in Brighton. less

Baptist Bible College GB

Baptist Bible College GB

Telford, Shropshire, West Midlands, TF2 9AA

BBC is looking for people who have a sincere desire to serve the Lord and who are seeking to grow in His Word. Is this you? Have you even considered what God wants from your life? Get involved with fundraising or sponsor a student to come to Baptist Bible College and help change a persons life to serve God. less

The Educational Centres Association

The Educational Centres Association

Norwich, Norfolk, East England, NR4 6HQ

The Educational Centres Association is a practice-based organisation concerned with adult education and lifelong learning. Its work in the arts and cultural sectors complements the role of its constituent institutions and organisations. These extend across the range of Adult Community Learning, FE Colleges and HE. In England much of this work is funded by the Learning & Skills Council, LSC, with which we have effective relationships at national and local levels. 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