The UK education system is a combination of the best traditions and modern life. Some UK universities and schools are among the oldest in the world; others are some of the newest and most forward thinking. UK educational institutions provide globally recognised qualifications of the highest academic and practical standards. Many international businesses and professional organisations, whose head offices are often outside Britain, have direct links with UK universities because of their continued excellence. Most Formula One Grand Prix motor racing teams are located in the UK (even the French Renault team!) and they all have close links with the most modern university research laboratories and programmes. The principle of the worldwide web was invented in Britain and you might also be interested to know that about 33% of all computer games software is developed in the UK. The worldwide reputation in the fields of films, the arts and media, international law and social sciences is also exceptional. British Education is synonymous with top quality and this may, at first, appear to be very expensive. However, in terms of value for money, an investment in British Education is very worthwhile and beneficial. In 1999, A.S. Nielson, the world's leading market research organisation, conducted a survey in Singapore and they discovered that 7 out 10 multinational companies preferred graduates from UK universities. Of course, the best quality cannot be the cheapest. However, please remember that although annual course fees may look a little higher than annual fees in other countries, in the UK the total cost of your course can still be less because some courses are shorter and more intensive than elsewhere. This means you will have a shorter period of time for fees and living expenses. In the UK Undergraduate Honours Degrees are only 3 years compared to 4 years in the USA and Australia. Similarly, Master's Degrees are only 1 year compared to normally 2 years in the USA. Costs also vary in the UK and, in fact, studying can often be cheaper than in other countries. International students in the UK also enjoy free medical care and treatment from the famous National Health Service (NHS). Hopefully, you will not need to use the NHS, but you will certainly want to enjoy the large range of really good discounts available to you, as a student, through membership of the National Union of Students. Quite simply, if you decide to study in the UK, you will become part of a tradition dedicated to excellence and innovation, as well as enjoying the benefits of living in a country where there are so many activities to do. It is the richest possible resource for the English language. Studying in the UK is not all serious work; it really can be a great chance to have fun and enjoy unforgettable experiences as well as just learning. As the saying goes - UK … OK!!