Get Set for Study in the UK

By Tom Barron

Get Set for Study in the UKis the ideal guide for anyone from overseas thinking of studying in the UK higher educational system. Suitable for all levels of international students, from pre-undergraduate to post-doctoral, it is aimed primarily at those who have little experience of travel abroad and no experience of study overseas. The aim is to take the agony out of the whole process of application, admission and integration.From deciding whether studying in the UK will be right for you through to your first days in the country, helpful advice is offered at all points along the way: * Why Study in the UK?* Choosing an Institution* Making Enquiries* Seeking Information* Applying and Getting Accepted* Finance and Funding* Study Abroad Programmes* Getting Ready to Move* Arrival and First DaysAnd a Study Skills section aims to help students make the most of their time in the UK* Making the Most of Your Studies* Making the Most of Your Own Time* Making the Most of Your Research* Making the Most of Your R

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0748618104
• ISBN13: 9780748618101
• Release Date: August 2003
• Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.5"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Clear, Concise, Comprehensive ... and Inexpensive

Having assisted US students to study in the UK for 20 years I have a pretty good idea of what they want to know, and what they need to know - not necessarily the same thing! This excellent little book "Get Set for Study in the UK', written by Tom Barron, for 12 years Director of the International Office at the University of Edinburgh, covers both these areas clearly and succinctly. There are chapters on finding a University and a course in the UK which suits you, applying and getting accepted. It also covers study skills and some advice on using the Internet to get further information as well as a glossary of UK academic terms. All US students intending to study in the UK will benefit from this book - indeed, it should be their first resource - nothing else covers so much ground for so little money. Dr Eileen Macmillan

Clear, Concise, Comprehensive ... and Inexpensive

Having assisted US students to study in the UK for 20 years I have a pretty good idea of what they want to know, and what they need to know - not necessarily the same thing! This excellent little book "Get Set for Study in the UK', written by Tom Barron, for 12 years Director of the International Office at the University of Edinburgh, covers both these areas clearly and succinctly. There are chapters on finding a University and a course in the UK which suits you, applying and getting accepted. It gives an invaluable glossary of UK academic terms, covers study skills, and gives some advice on using the Internet to get further information. All US students intending to study in the UK will benefit from this book - indeed, it should be their first resource - nothing else covers so much ground for so little money.