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New College School

New College School

Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East England, OX1 3UA

New College School is a happy community of boys aged 4-13 in the heart of collegiate Oxford. We are the oldest school in Oxford, and we are proud of our long tradition of excellence and innovation in education. New College has a centuries-old culture of mutual respect, which continues to lie at the heart of school life. Today, our boys have access to state-of-the-art classrooms, and they are taught in small groups by dedicated teachers. less

St Xaviers College

St Xaviers College

Wealdstone, North West London, London, HA3 5AA

St Xavier College London is a privately funded college, committed to delivery of high quality education through our highly qualified and dedicated lecturers. We know how stressful education could be especially to International student as such we strive to create an enabling environment for our students, supporting their learning and balancing academic experience with inclusion and cultural diversity. less

Saint Joseph's College

Saint Joseph's College

Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, West Midlands, ST4 5NT

All members of the community of St Joseph's College share the commitment of the headteacher and governing body to provide the best possible education for all students. The drive to maintain high standards and make the school even better is impressive. The school's welcoming and inspiring atmosphere supports student's spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. less

TQM College Manchester

TQM College Manchester

Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, M8 8LG

TQM College promotes globally the education and practice of total quality management, sustainability, performance excellence and innovation; using information technology and e-learning as an educational strategy, the college provides its students with the relevant globally accredited professional courses ONLINE from beginning to advance levels. less

London Metro College

London Metro College

Bethnal Green, East London, London, E2 0QN

The college was established to provide value for money education to students in Accountancy, Business and Information Technology courses (ICT). London Metro College offers flexibility in the mode of study as it runs full time, part time and evening courses. And in order to meet the demands of the local community, the College also offers GCSE & A Level revision classes at the week end. London Metro College is also noted for its uniqueness in terms of the skills of its lecturers. less

Hanger Farm Arts Centre

Hanger Farm Arts Centre

Totton, Hampshire, South East England, SO40 8FT

We are a further education provider based near Southampton, Hampshire, UK, which offers a wide range of courses for young people aged 16 upwards. It is our mission to provide inspirational and innovative learning experiences for everyone, and we want every single person to get the very best from their time with us. A major upgrade to our facilities last year, with more developments on the way, shows we are dedicated to creating an inspiring learning environment. less

North East Scotland College

North East Scotland College

Aberdeen, Scotland, Scotland, AB25 1BN

North East Scotland College is a Further and Higher Education College with campuses and learning centres based in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. We offer a range of courses including part-time, evening, day and block release, open and flexible learning (including online learning) and of course full-time. less

St Thomas More Language College

St Thomas More Language College

Brompton, South West London, London, SW3 2QS

As you know our schools' Diocesan inspection took place on Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th January 2014. We are pleased to inform you that the Diocesan inspection reported St Thomas More LC to be outstanding. As you know we were inspected by ofsted recently. We are pleased to inform you St Thomas More Language College was judged by ofsted as an outstanding school. less

Pathway Tutorial College

Pathway Tutorial College

Walsall, West Midlands, West Midlands, WS1 1TS

Pathway Tutorial College is here to help with additional studies for children and young people. Based at our centre in Walsall, we can educate after hours and at weekends to give your child the confidence they need to excel in exams. The Pathway Examination Attainment Skills programme is offered over the Spring and Summer terms of the academic year. The Pathway Intensive Examination Skills programmes offer an intensive exam focused revision approach. less

Midhurst Rother College

Midhurst Rother College

Midhurst, West Sussex, South East England, GU29 9DT

Midhurst Rother College opened in 2009. In 2013 it was judged outstanding in all Ofsted categories with achievement at GCSE and A level in the top 20% nationally. Through what we hope will be a seven year partnership, the College aims to bring out 'the best in everyone'. We not only promote academic success but also stress the importance of friendship, fun and personal responsibility. less

David Game College

David Game College

Notting Hill, West London, London, W11 3JS

Established in 1974, David Game is an independent college that aims to promote the joy of knowledge and learning while simultaneously maintaining the sharpest possible focus on the demands of the public examinations. Our founder David Game insists on the teaching of traditional skills and on students understanding the importance of giving attention to detail. less

Longley Park Sixth Form College

Longley Park Sixth Form College

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, S5 6SG

You will also need to check out specific grades required in a particular subject for some courses. Remember when you apply from School, we are looking at your probable GCSE grades. We don't make any final decision until you have your results. In many cases this means we might work on a 'Plan A' and a 'Plan B' with you. No -GCSE qualification in a related subject can count towards this total but we will also look at your overall academic profile. less

College Cruisers

College Cruisers

Oxford, Oxfordshire, South East England, OX2 6BL

Our base is located right in the heart of the romantic city of Oxford, giving easy access to tourist attractions and shops, and easy canal access to rural Oxfordshire and its villages. We have a detailed cruising map of the southern Oxford Canal up to Banbury you can download. less

Saint Aloysius College

Saint Aloysius College

Glasgow, Scotland, Scotland,

As such, the College strives to develop the God- given talents of each of its young people, with an emphasis on "improvement in living and learning to the greater glory of God and the common good." Our pupils are part of a strong community and are taught to use their free will in a responsible manner through a clear set of moral and spiritual values. This creates an environment for individuals to grow and be challenged to develop their talents to the full. less

East Durham College

East Durham College

Durham, County Durham, North East England, DH1 3SG

In Peterlee, the College re-located in 2009 into an exciting £36 million new build development. Needless to say, the complex is one of the most modern educational facilities in the region and one which staff, students and the public at large are justifiably proud of. Along with its specially designed state-of-the-art classrooms and work areas, the College also showcases a 500 seater sports arena and the area's only dedicated specialist theatre. 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