Welcome to the UK

A Life-Changing Experience

UK High Education

The UK is a friendly place to live, making it a great place for international students. With such a huge multicultural community, you will always feel welcome in Leicester. You can embrace the city's history by visiting the grave of King Richard III, or look to the future with a visit to the Space Centre.

Living in the UK

Students in the UK enjoy a vibrant yet traditional lifestyle. An exciting place for young people, the UK has a rich culture, fascinating history and multicultural cities. We want your time in the UK to be a safe one and memorable for all the right reasons. While you’ll have constant support from our friendly team to help you feel at home during your studies, there are some basic steps you can take to keep yourself safe at all times.

Community

The UK is home to people from all over the world, making it easy to discover different cultures, languages and food. As well as enjoying traditional British culture, you can use this time to experience the international atmosphere of Leicester. Visit the Golden Mile on Belgrave Road to enjoy delicious Indian food, or try a new cuisine at Leicester Market. The city is also home to the largest celebration of Diwali outside of India.

The centre of the city

Life in Britain can vary from small towns to bustling cities. Most British universities are situated in cities. As a student of the International Study Centre, you are right in the heart of Leicester. St Georges Tower is located in the city center, close to the train station and many other amenities. You will be surrounded by restaurants, shops, and parks, so there is always something to do. Within twenty minutes, you can walk to the University of Leicester. This campus has everything you could need – including restaurants, shops, and a bank. You are also close to the peaceful Victoria Park, connecting the city center to the University.

Student stories

An innovative learning environment

  • Career preparation

    Career support services and development programmes are available at all universities. The University of Leicester’s Career Development Service is recognised for how well it prepares its students for the world of work - with 95% of students in employment or further study six months after graduation (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2017).

  • Multicultural welcome

    Students from all over the world choose to study in the UK, making it a multicultural educational atmosphere. Leicester is one of the most diverse cities in the UK, with over 25% of full-time, campus-based students coming from outside the EU, from more than 110 different countries. This creates a fantastic buzz that makes international students feel welcome.

  • Fulfilling student life

    University is about more than just academics. Student life is fulfilling, with a balance of academic, social, and cultural activities. Students at Leicester have a high satisfaction rate thanks to the vibrant campus and active Students’ Union. Leicester is the UK's best-value university town based on the cost of student essentials (UniDays 2017).

The UK is home to people from all over the world

  • Explore the UK

    The UK has an effective transportation system, making it easy to travel around. Living in the UK also offers a great opportunity to explore the rest of Europe. As a big city, Leicester has many transportation options. It is easy to travel around the UK, as well as abroad.

  • Rail travel

    The UK has a nationwide rail network that connects towns, cities, and rural areas. It is usually faster to travel by train than by road. For the lowest prices, book advance tickets online, and always look out for student discounts. Leicester is very well connected to other cities by rail – London St Pancras International is just over an hour away. From here, you can even take the train to France on the Eurostar.

  • Air travel

    The UK has a wide choice of international airports. Leicester is located in the centre of England, so is within easy reach of several major airports:

    • East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) are less than an hour away by car
    • London Stansted Airport (STN) is two hours away by car
    • Manchester Airport (MAN) is two and a half hours away by car

Making Early Application

We offer advice and counseling to help you choose the right course, at the right university and are then responsible for guiding you through the entire application process, from making an application to accepting an offer of place. We also provide free assistance with practicalities including student accommodation and student visas.

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