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The UK Corporate Games, which was cancelled in 2020 due to Covid-19, has been rescheduled to take place in Lancaster from September 2-5, with former Manchester United footballer Gary Neville announced as patron.

The event has been scheduled for the autumn, after step 4 of the government’s roadmap out of lockdown, when national restrictions on social contact and large events are expected to have been lifted. Organizers will, however, continue to follow the latest government guidelines to offer a safe event for everyone.

Jon Powell, head of enterprise and innovation services at Lancaster University, vice president of Lancaster District Chamber of Commerce, and chairman of the steering group, stated that: “We are delighted that the UK Corporate Games has been able to secure a new date to come to Lancaster following the cancellation last year. This is a fantastic opportunity for staff and students to be active and have fun in 2021.

“Lancaster University is a key stakeholder in the Games. Not only will we be hosting around half of the 23 sports, but 1,500 competitors will be staying on campus and joining in the celebrations at the Registration SuperCentre and Games Celebration Parade. And of course, we are inviting Lancaster University staff and student teams to take part.”

Games director Doug White also stated that: “We are delighted to be bringing the UK Corporate Games to Lancaster and are thrilled to have Gary Neville on board as this year’s Patron for the Games. The Games are open to all, for the benefit of all and welcomes everyone, regardless of sporting ability or level of fitness.”

The Games is designed to bring people and teams together, giving opportunities to everyday people who play sport for the fun and fitness it provides. Competition is inclusive and accessible to all, with institutions, businesses, government agencies, partnerships and sports clubs all eligible to enter.

In addition to Lancaster University, the UK Corporate Games is working with partners including Lancaster City Council, Lancaster Chamber of Commerce and EDF to arrange the event, which will welcome teams from across the UK.

Lancaster University sports facilities will be used to host many of the competitions, including football, tennis, volleyball and cycling.

Lancaster University and even more are welcoming to as much international students that would be open to picking them. To know more about the courses the Universities offer, you can check them up at http://www.studysey.com/search

When you think of studying abroad we know you think of a lot of cumbersome processes and all that thus there are always questions to be answered. And as you know we do not hold on to information as it is our desire to get you abroad with ease and peace of mind.

Most UK prospects have found it tough dealing with some agents and a vast majority have been swindled by some agents thus a lot are asking if they really need an agent to study in the UK, find the answer below.


Truthfully, this is not one polar question where you can say a sharp yes or no as it actually depends on the schools and the admission processes and you. In some cases, you can go through the process on your own, while in some other cases, you would need the help of an expert to put you through and help secure the admission. Either ways, you can’t be wrong just be sure you are doing what suits you the most.


One thing that makes this better is that when you choose to study in the UK through Studysey, you would get connected to an agent who would make your journey very easy. This and more you would get when you start your journey at www.Studysey.com .

A three-person team buckler from the University of Buckingham have been named regional winners in the Keyloop Dealer Tech Competition and they were awarded £3,000. They will go on to compete in the national final on May 12, with the chance of winning the £10,000 grand prize.

The competition, run by leading automotive technology company Keyloop, sees students from six UK universities develop innovative solutions to solve some of the automotive industry’s biggest challenges.

The three-person Team Bucklers, comprising of Yoon Cho, Jesper Liedholm, and Thomas Humphreys were tasked with developing a technology product idea to help car dealers transition their business amidst today’s tech trends, the impact of Covid-19, and modern consumer demands.

The competition began in October 2020 and, since then, 18 successful proposals progressed to the ‘idea development phase’, during which students built out their proposals into product ideas, with the help of a mentor from Keyloop. The successful ideas have incorporated technology to develop and improve areas such as dealer to customer engagement, the purchase journey for sales and servicing, data tools for dealership staff, and car ownership and connectivity.

Team Bucklers' idea was for a driving analysis tool that builds a consumer profile based on how he/she uses the car. This can then identify any issues or risks with the car, predict when they may buy their next car and recommend a model.

Team member Thomas Humphreys stated that: "It has been an exciting journey working together to solve real-world problems in the automotive industry.

"We are thrilled to have competed in Keyloop’s Dealer Tech Competition and look forward to applying these skills in our careers."

There is more to experience at the University of Buckingham and if it is your dream to study in this beautiful institution or other great institutions across the UK, you can begin your journey here at www.Studysey.com

Professor Karen O’Brien has been appointed as Durham University’s new Vice-Chancellor and Warden, becoming Durham’s first ever female Vice-Chancellor.


Prof. O’Brien, who is currently Head of the Humanities Division and Professor in the Faculty of English at the University of Oxford, will take up her new position on 4th January 2022, with current Vice-Chancellor Professor Stuart Corbridge set to retire on 31st July this year.

In an email to all students and staff, Chair of Durham University Council Joe Docherty said O’Brien was appointed following “an extensive and competitive international recruitment process.”

Docherty also highlighted O’Brien’s successes in overseeing Oxford University’s preparations for operating safely during the current academic year, as well as her prioritization of equalities and access.

Talking about O’Brien’s role at Durham, Docherty stated that: “As our 25th Vice-Chancellor and Warden, Professor O’Brien’s role will be to lead and work with our staff, students and alumni to build on our strengths and successes in our core areas of research, education and student experience and to build and enhance our global reputation.

Docherty went on to say, “Professor O’Brien was our unanimous choice as our next Vice-Chancellor. She is an exceptional leader with a distinguished track-record in the University sector. Her depth and breadth of understanding and forward-thinking will help her to lead Durham University to even greater success.

Commenting on her appointment, Professor O’Brien said: “I am honoured and thrilled to be joining Durham University, which is distinguished for the excellence and impact of its research, the quality of its education and its Colleges and Wider Student Experience.

“I am looking forward to leading and serving this great University as it approaches its 200th anniversary as a global community of learning.”

Known to be a part of the red brick universities, surely there must be exciting facts coming from the University of Birmingham. As usual, we shall not hold back the information that we have, we shall share perhaps you would find it endearing and useful. So without further ado, dive into our pick of five below.

First to have a ‘Purpose-Built’ Students’ Building
The University of Birmingham is one school that students’ voice remains a key factor when making a decision thus it was thought good to have a building that would be for students and in doing that they became the first University to have a Students’ Union Building.

First to Open a Faculty of Commerce
If you marvel at how established the Business School of the University of Birmingham is, marvel no more as the reason is not far fetched. The University of Birmingham is the first university to open a faculty of commerce in the UK. You want pedigree. There you have it.

First to Provide a Female Hall of Residence
The University of Birmingham have not only sought that students’ voices be heard but also have had the gender equality mantra on for a long while because as far back as the 1900s, they have had in place the female halls of residence. This makes them welcoming to all kinds of people regardless of their gender or race.

Indeed a Nobel School
The antecedents of this school is one that speaks volume. Well, one thing that speaks more volume is the fact that they have 11 Nobel prize winners from 10 different occasions, what more would you want from a school?

Largely Accommodating
If you seek a university that is very accommodating to international students, say no more. The University of Birmingham has 5,000 students from 150 nations of the world. And if you thought that was all, think again as 34% of their members of staff are also from foreign nations too.

How greater and better can it get than the University of Birmingham, the school is not only great but also welcoming. So, are you dreaming of studying in this school, dream no more as we are here to help you fulfill your dreams when you start your journey here.

Applying to study in the UK either for an undergraduate or post graduate degree is not as difficult as it seems, you only need to be well prepared and have the right paperwork and documents required.
We have compiled a list of the Five (5) important documents that you’ll need to have and submit if you are thinking of studying abroad. Check out the list below:

Academic Transcript
While applying to a University in the UK, you will be required to submit an academic transcript that focuses on your academic experience and accomplishments. Academic transcripts give the University full details about the subjects or courses you’ve studied and the grades you received. Universities expect these transcripts to be official copies and not screenshots or printed pages. Academic transcripts are important because seeing what subjects you took can help universities decide if you have the necessary background and skills for the degree you are applying to.

Certificate of Graduation
You will be asked to submit certified copies of your high school graduation diploma. Universities need these documents to have proof that you attended and graduated from a previous level of education in order to qualify for a new programme. These certificates of graduation usually include data about the educational institution you attended, your grade Point average (GPA) and final grades.

Certificate of English Proficiency
Although Nigeria is an English-speaking country, most Universities in the UK don’t consider it an English-speaking country and still require prospective students to submit a certificate to show excellent English Language proficiency. Universities in the UK usually accept students who can communicate, understand and consequently succeed in their education. There are various English standardized tests admitted at UK universities such as IELTS, TOEFL or UCLES.

Personal statement.
A personal statement is required when applying to Universities in the UK. In it, prospective students are to write about what they hope to do on the course, what they hope to do after the course and why they are applying. Your personal statement holds great value as the Universities gauge your suitability for the program on its basis. Typically, the personal statement should be clearly structured and well-written, limited to 1-2 pages.

Reference/Recommendation Letters
There are two types of reference/recommendation letters, academic and professional. Academic References are from your Head of School or a teacher who can attest to your academic qualification while professional references are from your employers. The academic reference letter should talk about you from a teacher's or supervisor's perspective: the way in which you interact with other students and your performance in classes and seminars.

I hope this list has been helpful and you now know the most important documents that would be required while applying to Universities in the UK.

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The UK government will be offering a new post-study work visa from 1 July 2021 for international students wishing to stay in the country. International students will soon be able to stay in the UK for up to three years after completing their courses.

This initiative would help the UK’s economy since it will allow the country to offer opportunities to students who have gained key skills which may be beneficial to the UK’s economy. Currently, it is required of international graduates in the UK to secure a job offer from an employer (sponsor) in the country before lodging applications for a work visa which would allow them to take up employment and stay in the United Kingdom.

The UK’s post-study work visa would facilitate businesses in the UK to employ international students with qualifications and skills gained in the UK. The new post-study visa would allow graduates who often leave the UK after completing their studies to stay in the UK and pursue professional work options.

This was proving to be a challenge to many international graduates who often battled to find employment in the UK without having any work experience. This development will now change this, and also stands to benefit the UK’s economy. The following criteria will Apply for this new visa option:

• The post-study visa will be available to international students who have completed a degree at undergraduate level or above at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance, and who have valid student visa permission at the time of application.
• Successful applicants at bachelor’s or master’s levels will be able to stay in the UK and work, or look for work, at any skill level for two years. Doctoral students will be able to stay for three years.
• Applicants are required to pay the required fees for the graduate visa and apply for such before their student visa expires. The exact fee has not yet been finalized.
• Applicants do not need to be in employment to stay on the graduate route and there is no restriction on the kind of work they can do.
• There are no minimum salary requirements no caps on numbers.
• Applicants can spend as long as they like looking for work and are able to leave or switch jobs without any effect on their visa.
• Graduates will be able to apply for a Skilled Work Visa from within the UK, once they have secured suitable employment.
• Individuals who already have permission as a dependent of a student who is applying on this visa route can also apply to extend their permission as a dependent. However, new dependents are not permitted on this route.
• Graduates may work flexible working hours, are free to switch jobs and develop their careers as required.

The University of Edinburgh is launching an updated range of short courses, aimed at helping people develop the data skills that have been identified as vital for economic recovery.


This range of new courses funded by the Scottish Funding Council, which provide non-traditional routes for individuals to access courses in data skills, have been created across a range of subject areas, supported by the Bayes Centre, the University of Edinburgh’s hub for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.


The courses offer a stepped approach, allowing learners to pick the most relevant parts of the training, only undertaking that which meets their needs. This approach can allow learners to progress from entry to an advanced level as their career progresses, or to kick start their career in a new direction.

Courses are delivered by areas of expertise from across the University of Edinburgh and facilitated by the Bayes Centre, as part of the Data-Driven Innovation (DDI) Programme within the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal. This allows for a unique opportunity whereby learners can access a vast range of skills that would be unable to be delivered in a traditional format.


The University of Edinburgh also offers a number of free Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) through its partners Coursera and edX.

MOOCs such as Data Ethics, AI and Responsible Innovation, Statistics: Unlocking the World of Data and Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine offer learners a free entry point into the world of data science in a flexible and free format.

A lot of prospective students who want to study in the UK usually ask the question "When can I Apply for an Undergraduate Course in the UK?". The UK educational system has 4 seasons namely; Spring (March - May), Summer (June - August), Autumn (September - November), Winter (December - February) and most Universities usually accept students and give them admission around these times.


Well, for the 2021/2022 session, the application deadline for the majority of the undergraduate courses for international students that want to study in the UK is the 30th of June, 2021.
Applications can still come in beyond that time but they would be sent to UCAS clearing. The deadline for the UCAS clearing is July 4 and the consideration of the list begins from the 5th of July.


The final deadline for application for the 2021 entry applications is in September 2021.
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The University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, in Scotland is offering a number of scholarships for applicants joining its undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research programmes. Its a self-funded, international (non-EU) fee-paying offer holders with strong academic qualifications are encouraged to apply. Please note: you must hold an offer to a full-time degree programme starting in the 2021/22 academic year before your scholarship application will be considered.

If you're applying for an undergraduate degree programme, you'll receive a scholarship award equivalent to a 10% reduction of your tuition fees for each year of study. Your first year’s scholarship will typically be £2,185. If you're applying for a postgraduate taught degree programme, you'll receive a scholarship award equivalent to a 15% reduction of your tuition fees, which will typically be £3,280.

In addition to this, the University also has a limited number of Dean’s International Excellence Awards for its postgraduate taught applicants. These scholarships are worth £5,000 and £8,000 and will be offered to exceptional applicants at postgraduate taught level only. Applicants need to only submit one application and will be considered for all levels of postgraduate taught scholarships.

If you're applying for postgraduate research degree programme, you'll receive a scholarship award equivalent to a 15% reduction of your tuition fees for each year of study. Postgraduate research degree applicants can apply year-round for the scholarships.

If you are studying a two-year MSc programme, you will receive a 15% scholarship for your first year only with a value of £3,280. The amount varies for selected programmes with a different tuition fee, including programmes within Architecture and Biomedical Engineering. Deadline is August 26, 2021.


Eligibility criteria
Undergraduate: Applicants with strong academic performance in high school are encouraged to apply. Scholarship decisions will be made on the basis of information contained in your undergraduate admissions and scholarship applications.
Postgraduate Taught: To be considered for the Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship applicants should normally have a 2:1 (or equivalent) in their undergraduate degree.


For more information, click here to check the scholarship section on the official website of the University of Strathclyde.

For a while now, you are probably thinking "What can I do with Studysey?". Fair question, but if you are planning to study abroad sooner or later, your best companion should be Studysey.
That being said, to answer the question above, below are a few things you can do on the Studysey platform to get started on your study journey.
This advice will come in handy too- It is never too early to start planning for your journey to study abroad. Whether you plan it for this year or in 3 years time, the time to start preparing is now.


Step 1:Complete your Registration:
Studying abroad is something that could be very difficult given the times that we are in but we are here to make that journey seamless and stress-free. To enjoy the ease of travelling abroad to study your dream course and more, you need to create an account and complete your registration.
To sign up now, click here.


Step 2: Take the Personality Test:
You do not know what to study? Do not to worry, we have you in mind. Visit the platform and take the personality test, our artificial intelligence-driven system will suggest to you possible courses for you to study according to your interests and ability. You don't have to get registered to use this feature, but it is necessary so that you can use other features.
To take the personality test, click here.


Step 3: Search for Courses:
When you know what to study, you can search for courses, know the institutions that offer them, know their locations, fees and the other details about the course.


With Studysey, there are a lot of features that will help you fulfil your dream of studying abroad, check them out while you check this space for more.

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2021: University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield in the UK is delighted to offer 50 International Undergraduate Merit Scholarships in 2021. The scholarships are competitive awards worth 50% of the tuition fee for an undergraduate degree programme starting in autumn 2021. The scholarship is available for new international students who meet the eligibility criteria. You must hold an offer to study at the University of Sheffield before you apply for this scholarship.


The deadline for scholarship applications is May 17, 2021 and the scholarship results will be announced on June 11, 2021.

Eligibility criteria
1.Your programme must be scheduled to commence at the University of Sheffield in autumn 2021.

2. You must receive an offer for a course studied in full at the University of Sheffield. All undergraduate degree courses are eligible with the exceptions of Medicine (A100/A101) and Dentistry (A200).

3. For tuition fee purposes, you must be self-funded and eligible to pay the overseas tuition fee.

4. You must not be a sponsored student.

5. You must enter a degree programme at the University of Sheffield in programme year 1 or year 2.

For more information, please click here to check the international scholarship section on the official website of the University of Sheffield.

The University of Portsmouth is a University in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. It was started as the Portsmouth and Gosport School of Science and the Arts in 1869, and gained University status in 1992 through the Further and Higher Education Act. The University of Portsmouth is located on the south coast of England, about 120km southwest of London.


Teaching comes first at the University of Portsmouth and the students are central to everything the University does. University of Portsmouth offer more than 190 undergraduate degrees and 150 postgraduate, doctorate degrees programmes across a broad range of subject areas to over 24,000 students, 5,200 of which are international from 150 countries. All of the courses taught at the University of Portsmouth include work-related learning, such as integrated work placements and sandwich years, visits from employers and activities in simulation work environments


Portsmouth has been rated as the 5th best modern University in the UK by The Times Good University Guide. 97.5% of graduates from the University of Portsmouth are working or in further study six month after graduation making the University the No.1 in the South East and in the top 10% nationally for graduate progression to employment or further study. University of Portsmouth is also the No.1 in the UK for boosting graduate salaries. Portsmouth achieved an overall satisfaction rate of 86%, with several courses receiving 100% satisfaction (2020 National Student Survey).

Studying in the UK opens door wherever you are and where ever you go in the world. UK Scholarships ensure you get to part of an illustrious group of alumni no matter your financial background. The British Government and UK Universities provide a large number of scholarships for international students who want to study in the United Kingdom. Here are some UK scholarships up for your grabs in 2021-22:


Commonwealth Scholarships
Funded by the UK Department for International Development, the first group of 175 scholars arrived in the UK in 1960 and over 27,800 people have taken up the Commonwealth Scholarship till date. This UK scholarship is intended for applicants from developing Commonwealth countries who want to pursue master’s study in the UK.
Commonwealth Scholarships are awarded to students enrolling in these fields; Engineering and Technology; Theoretical and Applied Science; Agriculture; and Humanities and Social Sciences. Each scholarship provides airfare to and from the UK, tuition and examination fees, personal maintenance allowance, initial arrival allowance, among others.

Gates Cambridge Scholarship
The University of Cambridge, offers the Gates Cambridge Scholarship to individuals who aim to enroll in full-time postgraduate study in the UK. Each year, Gates Cambridge offers 80 full-cost scholarships to outstanding applicants from countries outside the UK to pursue a postgraduate degree. Two-thirds of these awards will be offered to PhD students, with 25 awards available in the US round and 55 available in the International round. This UK scholarship covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge.

Rhodes Scholarship Fund
The Rhodes Scholarship is regarded today as the oldest scholarship in the world. Established in 1902, the Rhodes Scholarships are postgraduate awards that support exceptional international students from selected countries at the University of Oxford. A Rhodes Scholarship covers all university fees, personal stipend, health insurance, and airfare to and from the student’s home country.

University of Edinburgh: Global Research Scholarship
The University of Edinburgh offers its Global Research Scholarship to 30 outstanding overseas students who intend to pursue a PhD Research Programme. It covers all field of study offered at the Scottish University. Each scholarship covers the difference between the tuition fee for a UK/EU graduate student and that chargeable to an overseas graduate student. The awards do not cover maintenance expenses.

UK scholarships from Universities
Universities like London School of Economics and Political Sciences, King’s College London, University College London are part of the Several reputed Universities in the UK that offer country-specific scholarships, often through external partner organizations unlike other institutions that offer scholarships based on area or level of study. When you apply for these, you compete only with applicants from your country, and not around the world.

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Do you desire to study in the UK and looking for Scholarship opportunities? Visit www.studysey.com to gain access to accurate and detailed information that would help you determine the University that suits you best according to your budget as well as scholarship opportunities.

Applying for a Student Visa to Study in the UK? You Will Need These Important Documents.

Applying to a University in the UK and getting accepted is only the first step on your study Journey. As an international student, you would also have to apply for a student visa that gives you access into the UK. There are two types of UK student visas: Short term study visa and tier 4 (general) student visa.
When applying for a Student Visa, you will need to submit a variety of documents to support your application and your documents must meet the requirements to prevent a visa refusal. The documents can be originals or copies. I have compiled a list of the Six (6) important documents needed for the student visa application. Check out the list below:

1. Completed Visa Application Form
Every Applicant would be required to complete an online visa application form and input all the necessary information, such as name, age, address, nationality etc. Through this, applicants would be given the list of other required documents needed for the application of the student visa.

2. Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies
After being accepted by the University you applied to, you will be given a confirmation of acceptance for studies number (CAS Number) and a visa letter that confirms that you have accepted your offer to study at the University you applied for. CAS numbers are specific to every applicant and a time frame of 3 months will be given to the applicants to apply for the visa before the CAS number and visa letter expires.

3. Qualifications
You will be required to submit academic qualifications that include your academic transcripts, certificate of graduation and other certificates. These qualifications focus on your academic experience and accomplishments. Any document not in English or welsh will need to be translated into English by a professional translator or translation company.

4. Certificate of English Proficiency
Although Nigeria is an English-speaking country, most countries don’t consider it an English-speaking country and still require prospective students to submit a certificate to show excellent English Language proficiency. International students are required to take an English standardized test to assess the applicants’ level of English language competency. There are various English standardized tests such as IELTS, TOEFL or UCLES.

5. Passport & Photograph
You must submit your original, valid passport in support of your visa application. Your passport must contain at least one full page that is blank on both sides. If your passport is close to the expiration date, it is better you renew it before starting the visa application process or before you travel to the UK because it is easier and less stressful.
You will also need to provide recent passport photographs, taken within the past six months and in color.

6. Financial Evidence
As part of your visa application, you must prove that you have sufficient funds to cover the cost of the tuition and other expenses. Financial evidence can take the form of pay slips or bank account statements for the last six months showing you can cover the cost of tuition fees, accommodation and living costs. If you are being sponsored, you will be required to submit a letter confirming your financial sponsorship and the sponsors bank account statements.

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Five (5) Ways to Identify Study Abroad Scholarship Scams.

Studying in the UK can be very expensive with the cost of tuition, Accommodation and other added costs, so the offer of a scholarship that covers some or all of your tuition fees can be very tempting. Unfortunately, Scammers know how attractive and profitable it can be and they exploit the eagerness of prospective students by advertising fake study abroad scholarships usually offering a large amount of money in order to attract people so they can prey on their desperation.
I noticed this trend and through the personal accounts of people, I have been able to compile a list of five (5) ways to identify fake study abroad scams. Check out the List below:


1. Application Fees
Organizations that offer scholarships will never ask potential candidates for money while applying. Scholarship providers typically want to offer equal opportunities to all who may be qualified, so they don’t ask for any application fee and leave every applicant to decide their fate through the quality of their applications.
Scholarship providers send out warnings during scholarship processing periods, informing the public about the activities of fraudsters acting as agents on their behalf, who are only intent on Scamming eager candidates.


2. Guaranteed Scholarships
If any organization/Company or scholarship providing organization offers a guaranteed scholarship, its mostly likely a scam because organizations offering a Legitimate scholarship opportunity will never be advertised as guaranteed. These companies will just ask for a fee and may even offer a money back guarantee but will never get you a scholarship. The only people who can guarantee that you will receive a scholarship are members of a scholarship committee — when they are notifying you that you have been selected.


3. Loan Fees
You should be careful of “Loan companies and scholarship providing organizations” that ask for a loan fee before they will disburse any money to you. Real loan companies will add fees to your loan balance which you repay over time and will never ask you to pay a fee upfront.


4. Asking for Personal Information.
It is common for many prospective Students to be asked to hand over personal information as part of the scholarship application process. However, you should never provide any personal information like your passport number, your bank details such as ATM card PIN, BVN and Security numbers or any other kind of identification that can be used for fraud.
If you come across any scholarship providing organization asking for any personal information, you can always run an internet search on the organization or contact the university you are applying to and ask for guidance.


5. Poorly Made Websites and No Institutional E-mail
One of the most effective ways to Spot fraudulent scholarship opportunities is by paying attention to details. Fraudulent scholarship providing organizations don’t typically have standard websites and any Institutional E-mail and that’s deliberate so in the event of any fraudulent activity taken place they cannot be tracked. Most of these websites are usually loaded with pictures and writings plagiarized from other scholarship websites and no real content. It is advisable to run an internet search on any scholarship opening before you commit to it.

I hope this list has been helpful and you now know the different ways to identify any study abroad scholarship scams you might come across.

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Studying in the UK Without a Certificate of English Proficiency? Let’s Explore 5 Universities that Don’t Require it

If you have made up your mind to study in the UK you must know that you might need to show a certificate of English Proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or UCLES) because most Universities in the UK don’t consider Nigeria an English-speaking country therefore Prospective students have to show excellent skills in the English language.
There are still Universities in the UK that consider Nigeria an English-speaking country and don’t require a certificate of English Proficiency. I have compiled a list of Five (5) Universities in the UK that don’t require a certificate of English Proficiency. Check out the list below:

1. University of Bristol
Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol combines academic excellence with innovation and research. The University of Bristol is home to more than 25,000 students from across 150 countries. Bristol graduates are influential in academia, policy and practice across the world. Prospective students from English-speaking countries are exempted from submitting a certificate of English proficiency.

2. University of Warwick
Warwick is one the first university of its kind in the UK which is research-led and hence offers a long-term learning experience for its students. The university is home to 26,500 students currently. Among these students, 9,500 belong to 147 nationalities. Every year, University of Warwick welcomes around 250 international students from all over the globe with or without a certificate of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or UCLES).

3. Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam is one of the top universities in the UK located in South Yorkshire. If you are looking for a specialization opportunity in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Animation, social sciences, or Business studies, you can choose this university and apply without having attempted the IELTS exam.

4. London Southbank University
London Southbank University is one of the best choices for international students, especially if you have an excellent academic record, you can make your way to the merit list of this university easily and if you are from an English-speaking country because you will be exempted from attempting the English proficiency exam. Major courses that you can opt for include Vehicle Engineering, Animation, Baking sciences, business foundations, and Law.

5. Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University in Scotland is one of the best choices for prospective students who want to gain admission without having a certificate of English proficiency because students who are from English speaking countries are exempted, giving them a chance to study in UK.

I hope this list has been helpful and you now know the Universities in the UK that don’t require a certificate of English Proficiency while applying. If you find this information helpful, share with a friend & tag someone who may be interested.

Interested in Studying in the UK? Then Let Us Explore the 10 Oldest Universities

The oldest Universities in the UK have been around for many centuries and even close to a millennium for some and there are plenty of reasons why prospective students wants to study at some of them: the teaching and research tradition; the immaculate reputation and historic heritage that these universities have in academics and the various scholarships and job opportunities for international students. In spite of their establishment which dates back to hundreds of years, they remain not only relevant but also are proven centers of excellence. I have compiled a list of the Ten (10) oldest Universities in the UK. Check out the list below:

1. University of Oxford
The University of Oxford was founded in the year 1096 and it currently holds the position as the Oldest University in the UK and in the English-speaking world. The University of Oxford is an institution well known for its prestigious international reputation, where one third of its students, including 17% of undergraduates, are international citizens, and come from over 150 countries.
The University also operates the largest University press in the world and is highly desired among students across the faculties of Science, Arts, Humanities, Medicine, Law and Engineering.

2. University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge is the second oldest University in the UK and was established in 1209 by a group of scholars who were forced to leave the University of Oxford following disputes with the local townspeople. The University went on to be considered a pioneer in Science and Technology and its currently ranked among the top ten in the world.
The University of Cambridge is most prominently a University of public science whose background and influence have made it one of the world’s most prestigious Universities.

3. The University of St Andrews
The University of St Andrews was founded between 1410 - 1413 by an Augustinian community who wanted to study advanced topics. The University of St Andrews is a public University located in St Andrews, Scotland. It is the oldest among the four Universities in Scotland and also it is the third oldest University in the UK.
Today, over 11,000 students are enrolled at St Andrews, 80% of these are enrolled in the undergraduate program. Students from 145 Nationalities are on campus and 45 % of these students are international students from outside the UK.

4. University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow is regarded as an ancient public research university that initially educated students from wealthy backgrounds. The University was founded in 1451 by papal charter from the then Pope Nicholas V as an addition to the city’s cathedral. In the UK, it is the fourth oldest University and first among Scotland’s ancient Universities. Today, more than 27,000 students from all over the globe enjoy the privilege of studying at one of the world’s top 100 Universities.

5. University of Aberdeen
The history of the University of Aberdeen dates back more than 500 years, originally founded in 1495 under the name “The King’s College of Aberdeen”. The current University of Aberdeen is the result of a merger in 1860 between the original King’s College and the newer Marischal College.
The University of Aberdeen has been ranked consistently among the Top 200 Universities of the world and Top 30 Universities within the UK. The University of Aberdeen has more than 14,000 students studying in the undergraduate, postgraduate programs which includes international students from 130 countries.

6. University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh was initially founded by the Edinburgh Town Council as a college of law before it was formally established as a college by a Royal Charter in the year 1582 and it first opened its doors to the public in 1583. With over 13,000 students from over 150 countries and 40,000 students in total, it is one of the 10 largest Universities in the UK and it is ranked 20th in the world by the 2020 QS World University Rankings.
Some of the smartest minds in scientific history studied here: father of the theory of evolution Charles Darwin, statistician Thomas Bayes, physicist James Clerk Maxwell, and many others.

7. University of Manchester
The roots of the University of Manchester can be traced back to the Manchester Mechanics Institute formed in 1824, later renamed the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST). The modern University of Manchester was officially launched in the year 2004 by the merger of the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) and the Victoria University of Manchester.
The University of Manchester is one of the largest single site Universities in the UK with 28% of the total population of 40,000 students from the international community thereby making the University of Manchester the largest international student community in the United Kingdom.

8. University College London
The University College London Is a public research University located in London, United Kingdom whose roots can be traced back to the London University in 1826 before the University established its independence and was formally named as University College London Under a new charter in the year 1976.
The University College London regularly claims top 20 spots in international university rankings and it is the first higher degree institution founded in London with a total enrolment of the third-largest University in the UK, and it also became the first British institution in 1878 to accept women into its programmes on equal terms with men.

9. Durham University
Durham University is a public research University founded by an Act of Parliament in the year 1832 and was granted a Royal Charter in the year 1837. Located in Durham, England, Durham University is consistently ranked as one of the best Universities in the UK and Internationally, Durham regularly finds its way into the top 100 ranked schools in the world.
The students represent over 130 countries with a total student population of 18,000, 30% of these students are from the international community.

10. Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University was originally founded in 1872 as the University College of Wales. In 1894, it became a founding constituent college of the University of Wales. When the University of Wales changed its structure in 2007, Aberystwyth University became independent again. Aberystwyth University is a public research university and It provides learning opportunities for students with various degree programs in different fields.

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Applying to study in the UK either for an undergraduate or post graduate degree is not as difficult as it seems, you only need to be well prepared and have the right paperwork and documents required. I have compiled a list of the Five (5) important documents that you’ll need to have and submit if you are thinking of studying abroad. Check out the list below:

1. Academic Transcript
While applying to a University in the UK, you will be required to submit an academic transcript that focuses on your academic experience and accomplishments. Academic transcripts give the University full details about the subjects or courses you’ve studied and the grades you received. Universities expect these transcripts to be official copies and not screenshots or printed pages. Academic transcripts are important because seeing what subjects you took can help universities decide if you have the necessary background and skills for the degree you are applying to.

2. Certificate of Graduation
You will be asked to submit certified copies of your high school graduation diploma. Universities need these documents to have proof that you attended and graduated from a previous level of education in order to qualify for a new programme. These certificates of graduation usually include data about the educational institution you attended, your grade Point average (GPA) and final grades.

3. Certificate of English Proficiency
Although Nigeria is an English-speaking country, most Universities in the UK don’t consider it an English-speaking country and still require prospective students to submit a certificate to show excellent English Language proficiency. Universities in the UK usually accept students who can communicate, understand and consequently succeed in their education. There are various English standardized tests admitted at UK universities such as IELTS, TOEFL or UCLES.

4. Personal statement.
A personal statement is required when applying to Universities in the UK. In it, prospective students are to write about what they hope to do on the course, what they hope to do after the course and why they are applying. Your personal statement holds great value as the Universities gauge your suitability for the program on its basis. Typically, the personal statement should be clearly structured and well-written, limited to 1-2 pages.

5. Reference/Recommendation Letters
There are two type of reference/recommendation letters, academic and professional. Academic References are from your Head of School or a teacher who can attest to your academic qualification while professional references are from your employers. The academic reference letter should talk about you from a teacher's or supervisor's perspective: the way in which you interact with other students and your performance in classes and seminars.

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Planning to Study in the UK? Here are the Top Universities for International Students

Universities in the UK are well known for being some of the best in the world and that’s why international students (especially Nigerian, lol) always flock there in order to achieve their educational goals.
I have put together a list of the top universities in the UK for international students. Check out the list below:

1. University of Oxford
The University of Oxford is ranked first by the Times Higher Education world University ranking. Oxford is one of the most international Universities in the world. Today, one third of its students, including 17% of undergraduates, are international citizens, and come from over 150 countries.
The University of Oxford was established in 1096 and situated in Oxford, England. It’s the oldest University in the English-speaking world and its ranked top six globally in Engineering, Life Sciences, Social Sciences, and the Arts and Humanities.

2. University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge is one of the oldest and reputed Universities in the world. The University of Cambridge has been active since 1209 and today more than 25% of undergraduates (around 3,100 students) are from outside the UK, representing around 100 countries. Famous personalities like Stephen hawking, Isaac Newton and Emma Thompson have studies from the university.

3. Imperial College London
Imperial College London is one of the top Universities in the world for studying Engineering, Science, Medicine, and Business courses. Graduates from Imperial College London have a good chance of getting a job within six months of graduation.

4. University College of London
University College of London is one of the leading Universities in the UK in terms of research. In 2018, UCL was selected to lead a project that involves the study of newly discovered planets under a multi-million-pound European mission.

5. London School of Economics and Political Science
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) has the highest proportion of international students amongst UK Universities and its one of the best Social Science Universities in the world that specializes in Sociology, Politics, Economics, Law and Anthropology.

6. University of Edinburgh
Situated in the heart of the historic capital of Scotland, the University of Edinburgh is an internationally-focused University that welcomes students from all corners of the globe. University of Edinburgh helps international students meet people and connect through groups like the International Families and Partners Network programs.

7. Kings College London
Kings College London is one of the most culturally diversified Universities in the world with more than 30,000 students from over 150 countries. Kings College London collaborates on research projects, shares teaching resources and creates internship opportunities to enhance the students’ experience.

8. University of Manchester
The University of Manchester is among the largest single-site Universities in the UK that boasts the largest student community of almost 40,000 students which makes for a lively and welcoming atmosphere for its student body, that come from all over the world. More than 9 out of 10 graduates go straight into employment or continued studies.

9. University of Warwick
The University of Warwick is known for its commitment to research and maintains around 30 academic departments, organized into four faculties. The Warwick student union is one of the largest in the UK and uses its profits to employ students. One of the most famous alumni of Warwick is former Nigerian President Yakubu Gowon.

10. University of Bristol
Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol combines academic excellence with innovation and research. The University of Bristol is home to more than 25,000 students from across 150 countries. Bristol graduates are influential in academia, policy and practice across the world.

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