Do you think that it is time you further your education and you are considering studying in the UK? Before you make your final decision, ensure that both the city and the school that you want to study in best suits your needs. In the United Kingdom, higher education is available at a variety of universities and a few business schools and specialized institutions. In some cases, business schools and specialized institutions will offer degree programs in joint venture with and authorized by a university.

If you are considering enrolling in one of the many UK universities, you first need to find out all you can about the degree program that you are interested in and the requirements you need to fulfill before you are accepted into the program. Many of the degree programs offered in US universities are not offered in UK universities, and if they are the requirements needed to enter the degree program in the UK are different from those needed to enter degree programs in the US.

London is the most popular city for international students who want to study in the United Kingdom because of its status, size and reputation as one of the world's major capitals. The UK Council for International Affairs (UKCISA) recently released reports that show that London is home to 8 of the top 20 UK universities that attract a majority of international students. Some of the most top-rated educational institutions in the world are based in London. London is the perfect city for international business to have their headquarters and it is also a great place for business networking. Most likely you will be able to locate restaurants that serve dishes of from your native country, so you will never feel to far from home.
UKCISA has reported that the UK universities that most international students prefer are:
• The University College of London
• The London Metropolitan University
• The London School of Economics and Political Sciences
• The University of Westminster
• The Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine
• The City University (London)
• The University of Arts (London)
According to UKCISA London is among a number of other cities that attract international students looking to pursue their higher education in the United Kingdom. Another popular city of choice for international students is Manchester. Manchester has a diverse culture and its culture and arts scenes are constantly evolving. The University of Manchester and the Manchester Metropolitan University are the two Manchester based universities that attract several international students.

There are a number of other great UK universities that attract students from all over the world. The task is yours to carefully research the universities and the cities in which they are located, to see if they offer all the things you need to make your stay in the UK an educational and enjoyable one.