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Student Health Insurance

It is important for an international student studying in the United Kingdom to have proper health insurance coverage. The National Health Service (NHS) provides free healthcare to residents of the United Kingdom, but most international students do not have access to it. As a result, it is important to get a private health insurance policy to cover any medical bills you may incur while studying in the UK.

International Student Health Insurance in UK

International students in the United Kingdom must have health insurance. In addition to having one of the top education systems in the world, it is home to the well-known National Health Service (NHS).

The United Kingdom offers some of the top universities globally, with a reputation for world-class education and high-quality teaching. Also, international students in the UK benefit from living in a diverse and welcoming place where they are free to meet new people, study, and enjoy their time there. International students will be able to fully enjoy their time in the UK if they have health insurance.

Reasons that health insurance is essential for international students in Uk:

For starters, having health insurance gives you access to high-quality care in hospitals, private offices, emergency departments, and other settings. In addition, you won't have to worry about medical bills if something goes wrong, so you'll have a more relaxing time in the UK.

Also, you need health insurance to get a visa, not just in the UK but everywhere else as well. Health insurance ensures the students will not have to worry about medical bills while away from their home country and family.

As an international student in the UK, you can get health insurance in a few different ways:

  • The university may provide health insurance as part of your tuition fees. This is common for students studying at the undergraduate or postgraduate level.
  • Private health insurance coverage can be purchased from an insurance company. Many companies provide health insurance policies specifically for international students studying in the UK.
  • Some scholarships, such as the Chevening Scholarships, come with health insurance as part of the package.

National Health Service ( NHS )

The National Health Service is one of the most widely used healthcare systems in the world. International students can also use the NHS if their study program is six months or longer. Otherwise, they'll have to look into alternative private insurance options. The National Health Service offers a wide range of services, and you will get the same care as people who live in the UK. The NHS offers free GP (general practitioner) visits, office visits, emergency care, mental health care, and other services. Please see the following:

If you are eligible for the NHS, the following services are provided free of charge:

  1. Consultation with your primary care physician
  2. Hospital treatment in Accident or Emergency services
  3. GP-recommended hospitalisation 
  4. Maternity services Hospitalisation advised by your doctor
  5. Contraception services

However, you will be required to pay for prescription medications and other GP services such as travel immunizations, dentistry, and optical treatments.

It is important to research and compare different health insurance options to find the one that best meets your needs and budget. Be sure to read the policy carefully and understand what is covered and what is not.

Education System

Education System

Most international students will enter directly into the UK higher education system, after completing their home country's equivalent to the UK's "further education"

Popular Courses:

Popular Courses:

The subjects offered in the UK are accounting, archaeology, dentistry, chemistry, civil engineering, computer science etc.

Universities

Universities

We work closely with the following providers in United Kingdom: university of Hertfordshire, University of Plymouth etc.

Entry Requirements:

Entry Requirements:

The academic requirements (including evidence of English language skills) you need will vary depending on the level of course you want to study.

Available Intakes

Available Intakes

The United Kingdom generally has two intakes i.e., September and January. Some universities are also offering May intake.

Scholarships

Scholarships

There are hundreds of scholarships offered by the Government of United Kingdom. We do suggest you to regularly visit webpage of British Council.

Student visa process for the United Kingdom

Student visa process for the United Kingdom

Documents needed for making an application to study in the United Kingdom for Nepalese students are Passport copy and birth certificate.

Accommodation

Accommodation

Once you have been accepted into a program, start looking and arranging accommodation right away. Places fill up very quickly and demand often exceeds supply.

Work permit

Work permit

A Tier 4 visa issued for full-time degree level 6 or above sponsored by a higher education provider with a track record of compliance allows you to work

Living Cost

Living Cost

You can of course be smart and savvy about this and save much more. Here’s a quick overview of some items that you may purchase as a student.

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