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Study Group is a leading provider of international education and a trusted strategic partner to over 50 universities around the world.

Through Study Group’s university partnerships and face-to-face, online, and hybrid study programmes, Study Group guides thousands of international students each year towards academic and professional success – creating opportunities for the next generation of industry experts. Courses range from pathways to undergraduate and postgraduate study delivered in partnership with universities across the world, to the specialist online delivery of medical and executive education with global leaders, such as Imperial College London and ETH Zurich.

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Sheffield Hallam University is one of the largest and most popular universities in the UK, with over 30,000 students from more than 100 countries enrolled. It is also regarded as one of the best modern universities in the north of England and has eight subjects ranked in the top 20 in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times University League Table). Sheffield Hallam is one of the UK's largest providers of health and social care courses, teacher training, and sports and physical activity courses.

Sheffield Hallam's courses are designed in consultation with industry experts and offer opportunities to undertake internships and consultancy projects. Many courses are accredited by professional bodies including Sony, BP, Cisco, BBC, Shell and HSBC. These often offer a direct route to professional accreditation or membership of that body.

93% of graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduation, while a package of discounts and scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students are also available.

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Oxford International Education Group was founded in 1991 and currently provides language education, academic preparation and education study tours to international students.

Oxford International provides pathways to higher education through an exciting range of international integrated undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. In collaboration with our university partners we establish on-campus, Embedded Colleges, where students study the first stage of an integrated Bachelors degree over three or four years. At postgraduate level we offer integrated Masters programmes that combine specialist learning with additional English language and academic support.

Oxford International are currently embedded at the following universities:

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One of the best universities to study in Wales, the University of South Wales (USW) has over 30,000 students, including 3,500 international students from over 120 countries. You can expect a warm welcome to their campuses in and around Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.

An extensive range of University of South Wales postgraduate courses and undergraduate courses are available at the university’s three campuses in Cardiff, Pontypridd and Newport. Impressive facilities include a unique business clinic where students provide clients with business solutions giving them real work experience, an award-winning Sports Park, used by Cardiff City Football Club and the British Lions Rugby Squad, and an internationally recognised film school.

USW has over 100 partnerships with professional bodies and businesses and their focus is on equipping students with the skills and crucial experience needed to secure employment - 95% of USW graduates are in employment or further study within six months of graduating.

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Keele University was the first new UK university of the 20th century and was founded to promote interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary scholarship. Keele pioneered the Dual Honours degree, which is still taken by around 70% of students. Single honours degrees are also available, as is a multi-disciplinary foundation year.

10,000 students from over 120 countries are enrolled at the University, and almost all undergraduates can study abroad for a semester in one of 80 partner universities. Keele is consistently ranked in the top 3 for student satisfaction.

Keele University is set across 600 acres of parkland, with extensive woods, lakes and beautiful parkland. The central feature of the estate is the 19th-century Keele Hall, registered by English Heritage as Grade II.

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The University of Galway, formerly NUI Galway, is located near the city of Galway on the western coast of Ireland and was founded in 1845. More than 18,000 students are enrolled, over 3,000 international, and Galway is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide.

The University is well known for programmes in computer science, English language and literature, history, pharmacy, pharmacology, and law, all of which are listed in the QS World Rankings by Subject. The University is a member of the Coimbra Group of long-established European universities and has several partnerships with other global universities.

Galway is also a leading university in Ireland for research and academic excellence. The Insight Centre for Data Analytics at NUI is Ireland's top data analytics research centre, while the World Health Organisation and CURAM recognise its Health Promotion Research Centre. The Centre for Medical Device Research is the number one research institute of its kind in Ireland.

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Leeds Beckett University is one of the most popular universities in the UK with a history dating back almost 200 years. More than 150 un­dergraduate and 190 postgraduate courses are offered, as well as foundation and pre-sessional English programmes. The university aims to give students a top-quality learning experience and state-of-the-art facilities are one of the many reasons why more than 24,000 stu­dents study at their two Leeds-based campuses.

The University places a strong focus on employability after graduation and all courses include at least two weeks of work-related learning per year. Work placements are encouraged and very popular, with nearly half of all students taking a sandwich course. Leeds' stated aims are to have every graduate enterprising, digitally literate and with a global outlook.

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BIMM University provides an extensive range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking, and creative technology to over 8,000 students across 14 schools in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. BIMM have a long-standing commitment to providing the highest quality in creative industries education, allowing students to maximise their career potential.

For 40 years, BIMM has equipped students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of the creative industries, and graduates feel industry-ready. Beyond academic life, BIMM University offers a community built on a shared passion, creativity, and belief system.

BIMM University has five acclaimed colleges: BIMM Institute, Screen and Film School, Performers College, Institute for Contemporary Theatre, and Northern Ballet School. All colleges focus on full-time further, higher, and postgraduate education courses in guitar, drums, bass, songwriting, vocals, electronic music production, music and sound production, music business event management, music marketing, media, and communication.

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Loughborough University, located in Leicestershire, is approximately 90 minutes north of London by train. Established as a university in 1966, it currently has over 19,000 students enrolled, representing more than 130 countries. Loughborough consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the UK and is renowned for its outstanding student experience. It has twice been named University of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, in 2008 and 2019.

Loughborough is widely regarded as the leading university for sport in the UK. It has been named Sports University of the Year several times by The Times Good University Guide and has an unparalleled record of sporting achievement, both in terms of student performance and research in the field of sport and exercise.

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UWE Bristol is a modern, vibrant university, offering widely respected courses focused on boosting employability. As part of the University Alliance—a group of UK universities engaged with the business sector—UWE Bristol ensures its education is employment-oriented. The university maintains strong links with industry partners, enhancing student opportunities for work placements and mentorship, and cultivates an entrepreneurial environment. Its network with employers enables the offering of degrees that are acknowledged by industries for their relevance.

Nestled in one of the UK's most prosperous and vibrant cities, UWE Bristol is a hub of academic excellence, hosting a diverse body of over 38,000 students from 166 countries. The university's campus life goes beyond the norm, delivering an exceptional student experience that has earned it a 'Gold' rating. More than half of UWE's courses come with professional body recognition, while 76% of its research is acknowledged for its significant impact.

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Cardiff University is recognised in independent government assessments as one of Britain's leading teaching and research universities. The university combines impressive modern facilities and an exciting approach to teaching with its proud history of recent achievements, and over 32,000 students, including nearly 6,400 international students, are currently enrolled at the Welsh institution.

Cardiff University's research and research-led teaching expertise involves social sciences, engineering, technology and a wide range of business professions. The University is currently ranked 5th in the UK for its quality of research, while the QS World Rankings 2025 place it 186th. The School of Journalism, Media and Cultural Studies has been described as the ‘Oxbridge of Journalism.’

95% of Cardiff University graduates enter employment or further study after graduating, while 86% obtain graduate-level employment. Cardiff University is also a member of the prestigious Russell Group, one of 24 elite research universities in the UK.

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Aberystwyth University was founded in 1872 and was the first university in Wales. Aberystwyth University has a long-standing reputation for delivering academic excellence, an exceptional student experience and world-leading research. The University attracts students from over 130 different countries.

Aberystwyth has one of the largest graduate schools for international relations in the world. The Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences is a world-class research and education centre researching issues including sustainable land use, climate change and the security of food and water supplies. It is also home to one of the five UK copyright libraries, the National Library of Wales, and has the largest Arts Centre in Wales.

Over 100 clubs and societies offer a wide variety of things to do away from study, and there is a Sports Centre on campus offering a range of activities.

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The University of East Anglia (UEA) is an internationally renowned university based in a campus which provides world-class academic, social and cultural facilities to over 15,000 students from more than 100 countries.

The university is ranked in the top 300 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World Rankings), and its teaching is of the highest quality, having ranked Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (2017-2021).

Located in 300 acres of parkland, UEA is just three miles from the vibrant and historic city of Norwich. UEA’s mini-city campus has everything you need in one place. The safe campus boasts a wide range of accommodations, the Sainsbury’s Centre for Visual Arts- a state-of-the-art public art gallery- and renowned campus sports facilities in its Sportspark.

With international standards of excellence in teaching and research, outstanding facilities and comprehensive support, the University of East Anglia offers a truly unrivalled study experience.

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The University of Chester is one of the oldest higher education providers in the UK, having recently celebrated its 182nd year of teaching. With 15,000 students from 130 countries worldwide, Chester provides a vibrant, diverse and safe home for those travelling from overseas to study.

Students can choose from more than 200 quality courses with all programmes having an emphasis on practical learning to enhance employment prospects. Lectures are taught at specialist sites in Chester, and nearby Shrewsbury and Warrington, which all boast state-of-the-art facilities. The University of Chester offers international and merit-based scholarships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Students are automatically considered for these scholarships during the submission of their application.

Courses at the University of Chester have an emphasis on practical learning to enhance prospects via industry placements or overseas opportunities, ranging from five weeks to one year.

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Navitas UK English language and pathway programmes ensure students are given the extra support and assistance needed to succeed at a higher education level. In the UK, domestic, EU and international students are able to enrol in Navitas colleges to take advantage of the supportive environment to enhance their academic potential. Navitas offers a wide range of foundation and pre-masters programmes to eleven UK universities, including:

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Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) was formally awarded university status in 1993, but its history dates back to 1875. It is one of the largest universities in Scotland, with 23,000 students from over 135 different countries enrolled, and is the top modern university in Scotland.

Glasgow Caledonian University is known for its excellent links with industry. Many courses have accreditation from professional bodies and offer work placements. The University is a major provider of NHS healthcare graduates in Scotland. Glasgow Caledonian is also known for pioneering specialist degrees such as tourism management and fashion marketing.

GCU offers triple-accredited degrees in financial services backed by three of the world’s most influential banking and finance professional bodies: the Chartered Banker Institute (the world’s oldest banking institute); the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, and the Institute of Risk Management.

GCU also has an exciting Global MBA (Master of Business Administration) programme, designed for enterprising, socially minded individuals with high managerial and leadership aspirations.