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Any eligible student from Afghanistan can study in the UK irrespective of their gender or sexual identity. In the UK, your human rights are protected and no discrimination is tolerated. You can live and lead your life in your own will while studying in the UK as long as you do not break the Law. UK provides the platform to empower yourself, use your full potential in violence free and unrestricted educational, social and political environment & warmly welcome all Afghani students.
Admissions are open at our partner universities in the UK - submit your initial application to commence your Study UK journey.
Academic level
Level 3 to Level 8
Qualification type
Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate & Doctorate
Study mode
Full-time, part-time or on-line
Duration
0.5 year to 4 years*
Intakes
Throughout the year*
Scholarship
Yes*
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The cost breakdowns below are average figures of expenses that a typical Afghani student will spend on commonly studied subjects at commonly chosen universities in the UK while living a UK life like other international students. However, these costs may vary for certain courses at top universities. For living and maintenance costs, students are in control and can choose to spend more or less as per their financial ability or necessity. This is a general guideline for Afghani students to prepare for their budget to study in the UK.
| Course Level | Average Cost (GBP) | Average Cost (AFN) |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation courses (Full fees) | 10000 to 15000 | 1067140 to 1600710 |
| Undergraduate courses (per year) | 11000 to 15000 | 1173854 to 1600710 |
| Postgraduate courses (Full fees) | 11000 to 16000 | 1173854 to 1707424 |
| Doctorate courses (per year) | 14000 to 16000 | 1493996 to 1707424 |
Most of the universities offer some scholarship ranging from GBP 500 to GBP 5000 which will reduce tuition fee cost.
| Details | Average Cost (GBP) | Average Cost (AFN) |
|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | 500 to 700 | 453357 to 74700 |
| Utility bills | 40 to 60 | 4269 to 6403 |
| Travel | 100 to 150 | 10671 to 16007 |
| Food | 200 to 300 | 21343 to 32014 |
| Mobile phone | 10 to 30 | 1067 to 3201 |
| Entertainment | 40 to 100 | 4269 to 10671 |
| Other casual irregular costs | 20 to 50 | 2134 to 5336 |
Students get 30% discount on travel card and different types of discount on shopping.
You can control most of the living and maintenance costs and spend as per the luxury you want. Elements of travel, entertainment and other casual costs do not occur regularly and hence may not feature in each month’s budget.
| Details | Cost (GBP) | Cost (AFN) |
|---|---|---|
| Student visa application (One-off) | 363 | 38737 |
| IHS (per year) | 470 | 50156 |
Visa application and IHS (International Health Surcharge) fee may change per year by Home Office. Please check visa application fees calculator & IHS fees calculator to find out how much you will have to pay for your application.
For up-to-date currency rate, please check oanda.com.
Students will have the right to work while continuing their studies in the UK i.e. 10 hours per week if they are studying foundation course, 20 hours per week studying a bachelor, masters or PhD course. Students will be able to work full time per week during holiday period in between your course.
| Details | Average earning from student job (GBP) | Average earning student job (AFN) |
|---|---|---|
| Part-time work | 600 to 800 | 64028 to 85371 |
| Full-time work | 1600 to 2000 | 170742 to 213428 |
The most popular subjects Turkish students choose to study at UK universities include:
In general, initially students are required to provide the following documents for university admission applications:
17 top reasons Afghani students choose to study in the UK
A Applicants with the following quali?cations will be considered for entry on a an undergraduate foundation course:
A Applicants with the following quali?cations will be considered for entry on a year 1 undergraduate/Bachelor's degree:
A Applicants with the following quali?cations will be considered for entry on a postgraduate course:
A All UK universities accept TOEFL iBT test for bachelor degree, master's degree or a PhD courses. The minimum score requirements are set out below:
| TOEFL iBT test components | Minimum score required |
|---|---|
| Reading | 18 |
| Listening | 17 |
| Writing | 17 |
| Speaking | 20 |
| Total | 72 |
Note: If you require to undertake pre-sessional English course or foundation course, then you cannot use the TOEFL iBT test to meet the English entry requirements. In such cases, you will need to sit a UKVI approved English Language test, known as SELT.
A Yes, you can apply for undergraduate/bachelor courses without UCAS, many UK universities accept direct applications via online application portal for undergraduate courses. You do not need to apply for postgraduate courses via UCAS.
A No, documents that are not in English will not be accepted by UK universities. If any of your document is not in English, you will need those to be translated in English by official translator confirming accurate translation of the original document, the date of the translation, the translator's full name and signature, contact details. You must submit copies of documents, original and the translated one.
A There are big Muslim communities living across all cities of UK and all local areas have mosques to offer prayers. Most of the UK universities have multi-faith rooms/space available for students of different religions. Many local shops and some superstore sell hall foods and there are numerous restaurants everywhere in the UK run by Muslim owners including Afghanis.
A UK promotes equal opportunity and inclusion in all walks of its life, all international students irrespective of gender, race, religion, nationality have the same right and get equal share of learning opportunities. Women are highly respected in the UK and women students are not discriminated by any means.
A You can ask any relevant valid question to us via our 'Ask us a question' link - our team of experienced student consultants will be happy to answer and provide further information. For admission help contact our team today.
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