The education system in Britain is very mature. Under the trend of younger students studying abroad, British universities have also made corresponding courses for students to choose from. The following overseas experts will introduce the existing classification of higher education diplomas in British universities, hoping that international students can have a basic understanding when applying for studying in the UK.
(1) general secondary education certificate
British students usually take the exam at the age of 16 and get the middle school diploma. After that, divert students and continue to study A-Level preparatory course; People who are ready for employment enter vocational training schools. Courses begin in February and September every year.
(2) Advanced level (A-Level).
After passing GCSE, students who are going to enter the university for further study will enter the college preparatory class. After two years of study, they will pass the A-Level, and then they can apply for universities. A-Level is a connecting course between middle schools and universities, and its test scores are also the assessment criteria for entering universities from middle schools. This course starts in February and September every year.
(3) International Basic Diploma (IFD)
Some universities offer this course. This course is aimed at overseas students who cannot directly enter the bachelor's degree. It can be used as a preparatory course for a bachelor's degree in any British university. After completing this course, you can directly enter junior college or undergraduate study.
(4) National Advanced Diploma
It is equivalent to a domestic college diploma. Get the national advanced diploma after reading. If necessary, you can go directly to the last year of undergraduate study and get a bachelor's degree. This course lasts for two or three years (including one-year internship). School starts in February and September every year.
(5) Bachelor degree.
The academic system is generally three years, and if it is a sandwich course with internship, it is four years. Scotland is four years.
(6) Postgraduate Diploma (PG Dip)
Some schools and majors offer this course. This course ranges from undergraduate to master's degree and lasts for one year. After completion, you can get a diploma, or you can directly enter the master's program and get a master's degree.
(7) Master's degree
The academic system is generally one year, and the graduation project may take half a year. In addition, some schools also offer preparatory courses for master's degree courses for half a year, after which they can be directly promoted to master's degree.
(8) Doctor of Philosophy
The academic system depends on the specific topic, usually two to three years. The success of the application depends largely on contacting university tutors and research topics.
The academic system depends on the specific topic, usually two to three years. The success of the application depends largely on contacting university tutors and research topics.