Why undertake courses and work experience in the UK?

UK courses give you the skills, qualifications and connections you need to succeed in your chosen career. Many UK courses are designed in partnership with businesses and are taught by industry professionals, so you will gain real experience for your future career. Some courses give you the chance to do a work placement as part of your studies too, working for a business, charity or public sector organisation.

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The UK teaching style helps you to develop attributes which are in high demand from employers worldwide – attributes such as creativity, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

The UK is a multicultural society, and home to international communities. By studying in the UK you’ll gain an international perspective, learn about new cultures and socialise with other students and teachers from around the world – valuable experience for a career in an international company.

  • Many careers require professional qualifications. The UK offers thousands of courses leading to internationally-recognised qualifications in fields such as law, accountancy, engineering, childcare, teaching, marketing and more.
  • English language skills are a real boost to your career prospects. The UK is the world’s most popular destination for English language courses, catering for all ages and abilities. On a UK course, you will be immersed in the language and should find that your skills improve rapidly. You can even choose a course in business English, or English for specific careers such as law, technology or engineering.
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Rewards and Benefits

The rewards and benefits of work experience in the UK are real. Besides the skills you bring to an organisation, you will find that you will learn more skills through your work with other people and benefit from their experience. The organisation or group might also be able to help you to improve and develop your talents, too. Work experience builds self-esteem, makes you a valued person in the community. If you feel passionate about something, work experience could be the right path for you to follow.

You will have the chance to understand how organisations work; at the same time you will be developing your own confidence and ability to work with others. Your work experience could also make you think about a fresh career path for your future.