United Kingdom
Historic universities and well-known one-year master’s programs.
COUNTRIES
Find the country that fits your future.
Compare eight popular study destinations by cost, language, work rights after graduation and the kind of everyday life you can build there.
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01 / 08United Kingdom
Historic campuses, a long-standing global university network and one-year master’s options.
EXPLORE
Eight destinations, one clear view.
Germany
Strong public universities with low tuition for most programs.
France
Affordable public universities, with a strong arts and humanities tradition.
Ireland
English-speaking campuses with a strong technology and business scene.
Canada
Co-op programs, welcoming campus towns and clear pathways to work.
United States
Research hubs and one of the widest ranges of programs in the world.
Australia
Coastal cities and hands-on, practical study with strong industry links.
New Zealand
Outdoor lifestyle and small, friendly campuses across the country.
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AT A GLANCE
The facts that shape your budget.
General guide only. Tuition, program length and work rules vary by university and change over time.
United Kingdom
- Typical tuition
- Higher for international students
- Typical master’s length
- 1 year
- Post-study work (general)
- Up to 2 years
- Main language
- English
Germany
- Typical tuition
- Low at most public universities
- Typical master’s length
- 2 years
- Post-study work (general)
- About 18 months to find work
- Main language
- German or English
France
- Typical tuition
- Modest at public universities
- Typical master’s length
- 2 years
- Post-study work (general)
- About 12 months to find work
- Main language
- French or English
Ireland
- Typical tuition
- Higher for non-EU students
- Typical master’s length
- 1 year
- Post-study work (general)
- Up to 2 years
- Main language
- English
Canada
- Typical tuition
- Medium
- Typical master’s length
- 1 to 2 years
- Post-study work (general)
- Up to 3 years, based on program length
- Main language
- English or French
Visa and work rules change often. Confirm current requirements on each government’s official website before you plan.
VISA PATH
How the route usually works.
- 01
Choose the program
Pick a program that fits your goals and the visa route you want to use after study.
- 02
Apply for the permit
Use your offer letter, proof of funds and health cover to apply for the student visa.
- 03
Check work rights
Part-time work during study is common, but hour limits and rules differ by country.
- 04
Plan the next step
Decide early whether you want to work after graduation, then prepare for that route.
COST OF LIVING
Plan the everyday, not just tuition.
Three everyday costs shape most student budgets. Taller bars mean they usually take up more of your month.
Housing
Usually your largest monthly cost. Compare shared flats, residences and homestays, and check deposit terms.
Often the biggest share of your budgetFood and essentials
Cooking at home a few times a week keeps this under control. Track the basics in one monthly plan.
Changes most with your habitsTransport
Student passes can cut the cost a lot. Check how far each option is from campus before you sign.
Usually a smaller, predictable cost
LANGUAGE TESTS
Show your English, your way.
Most destinations ask for one of these tests. Requirements differ by university and program, so always check the exact score each one lists.
IELTS Academic
Widely accepted across the UK, Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Tests reading, writing, listening and speaking.
TOEFL iBT
Common in the United States and Canada. Taken online or at a test centre, with a score out of 120.
PTE Academic
Computer-based and often with faster results. Accepted by many universities in Australia, the UK and beyond.
Duolingo English Test
An online, lower-cost option accepted by a growing number of universities. Check each program’s list before booking.
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