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Most Popular Degree Courses in the UK

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The UK is considered one of the most preferred destinations for studying abroad.
That’s why every international student wants to pursue higher education there to increase their job prospects.
Students often need clarification regarding which program to pursue because universities in the UK offer degrees in almost every field.
Explore this blog to learn about the most popular degree courses in the UK.

• Best Degree Courses in UK

Best Degree Courses in UK

According to QS top universities ranking, the United Kingdom is home to 4 of the world's best universities. Due to this reason, the UK is a desirable country for international students to pursue higher education. Some other reasons to study in the UK include multicultural environment, high standards of living, and post-study work opportunities for international students . The country is home to over 200 academic institutes offering more than 28,000 programs. So, it’s confusing for students to choose the best program that suits their career goals. Keep reading to learn about the best courses for Indian students in UK.

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Law

Law is one of the most demanding professions worldwide and is therefore one of the most popular degree programs in the UK. Universities in the United Kingdom are known for their world-class law education. Thus, thousands of students pursue a degree in law in the UK every year. This program covers subjects such as professional practice, financial accounting, destination management, international business, entrepreneurship, and applied economics. Many universities provide law programs in the UK, some of which are mentioned below:

Name of University	Name of Program
Bath Spa University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business and Management (Law) with Professional Placement Year
Birmingham City University	Master of Law in International Business Law
Brunel University London	Master of Arts in Law, Policy And Practice
Robert Gordon University	Bachelor of Law (Hons)
University of West London	Bachelor of Law

After completing law courses, students can pursue jobs such as solicitor, barrister, legal advisor, corporate lawyer, human rights lawyer, legal consultant, legal researcher, judicial clerk, and legal aid lawyer.

Business Management

Business management is essential to many sectors, such as corporate sector entrepreneurship, finance, banking, marketing, and human resources, ensuring a high scope for a job after studies. Students can pursue various specializations in business management, such as human resources, marketing, finance, international business, accounting, business analytics, and operations management. The subjects taught in business management programs are business strategy, innovation, corporate ethics, global leadership, and organizational behavior. The following table shows various universities in the United Kingdom that provide business management programs:

Name of the University	Name of the Program
Bath Spa University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business and Management (Accounting)
Birmingham City University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management
Brunel University London	Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Management
Buckinghamshire New University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business and Human Resource Management (with Foundation Year)
Robert Gordon University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business and Management

Some job roles students can pursue after completing business management degrees in the UK are business analyst, management consultant, marketing manager, operations manager, human resources (HR) manager, financial analyst, project manager, entrepreneur, and supply chain manager.

Psychology

Psychology is another of the most popular degree courses in the UK. Psychology courses are suitable for students interested in learning about human behaviour. Some of the universities in the UK which provide psychology courses are as follows:

Name of University	Name of Program
Aston University	Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Edge Hill University	Bachelor of Science (Hons) In Psychology and Criminology
Loughborough University	Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology with placement year
Robert Gordon University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Applied Psychology
University of Kent	Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology

After completing psychology courses, students can pursue various high-paying job roles such as clinical psychologist, counselling psychologist, educational psychologist, forensic psychologist, and assistant psychologist.

Engineering

Engineering is one of the most popular degree programs in the United Kingdom, as engineers are required in every field. The screen a reader uses to read this blog is also the work of an engineer. The UK has three of the world's top ten engineering universities. That's the reason why students want to pursue engineering in the UK. Following are some universities in the UK that offer engineering programs:

Name of University	Name of Program
Durham University	Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering (Civil)
University of Brighton	Bachelor Of Engineering (Hons) In Aeronautical Engineering
University of Kent	Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) In Biomedical Engineering
University of Liverpool	Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) In Aerospace Engineering (STEM)

After completing engineering, students can work as chemical engineers, software engineers, mechanical engineers, civil engineers, and electrical engineers, depending upon their specialization.

Media and Communication

Communication is one of the most essential skill students need to work in a team. Media and communication courses teach students this skill along with cinematography, comedy writing, audio-visuals, and digital media. Those interested in art and media can explore the following universities and their programs:

Name of University	Name of Program
Coventry University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Media (Top-Up)
Leeds Beckett University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In History and Media
Liverpool Hope University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Accounting & Finance and Media and Communication
Middlesex University London	Bachelor of Arts Digital Media and Communications with Foundation Year
Oxford Brookes University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) In Anthropology and Communication, Media and Culture (Joint Honours)

Students can pursue various jobs after completing media and communication, such as digital media specialist, public relations officer, marketing communications specialist, journalist, content creator, media planner, social media manager, and event coordinator.

Accounting

Accounting is one of the most popular degree programs in the UK, and it allows students to pursue high-paying job roles such as company secretary, chartered accountant, external auditor, and stockbroker. Under accounting, students can pursue various specializations such as tax accounting, government accounting, non-profit accounting, international accounting, and business valuation accounting. Here is a table showing popular universities in the UK that provide accounting programs:

Name of University	Name of the Program
Keele University	Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting
Kingston University London	Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
Leeds Beckett University	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
Middlesex University London	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
University of the West of England	Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Accounting and Business Management

After completing accounting degrees in the United Kingdom, students can pursue jobs such as management accountant, auditor, tax advisor, financial controller, forensic accountant, risk manager, financial consultant, and accounting software specialist.

Pursuing these programs can be costly for many students, but they can handle the cost of their studies in the UK by availing financial aid options, such as loans, grants, bursaries, and scholarships. Students can connect with experts at Canam to learn how to study in the UK for free with a scholarship.

Conclusion

Thousands of international students want to pursue their higher education in UK since its universities are popular for high-quality education. These universities allow students to choose from various courses, which can often confuse students when planning their education journey properly. Going through this blog will help students decode some of the most valuable degrees in the UK. For further assistance regarding studying in the UK, students can connect with study abroad consultants at Canam.

FAQ

How much does a medical professional earn in the United Kingdom?

Although it depends on the degree and specialization students pursue, a healthcare professional, as a beginner, can earn approximately between 30L-40L INR per year.

What are the job prospects after completing a degree in accounting?

After completing a degree in accounting, students can pursue various job roles such as company secretary, chartered accountant, external auditor, and stockbroker.

What are the most popular degrees in UK?

Some of the most popular degrees in UK are Engineering, Media and Communication, Accounting, Psychology, Business Management, and Law.

Which universities provide popular degree courses in UK?

Robert Gordon University, University of Brighton, University of Kent, University of Liverpool, and Durham University are some universities that provide popular degree courses in the UK.

What subjects are taught in law programs?

The subjects taught under law programs are professional practice, financial accounting, destination management, international business, and entrepreneurship.

Which degrees are in high demand in UK?

Accounting, Media and Communication, Engineering, Psychology, Business Management, and Law are some fields of top programs in the UK.

What are the best job roles after completing a law program in the United Kingdom?

Corporate lawyer, barrister, solicitor, lawyer, mediator, patent attorney, legal executive, legal associate, policy advisor, and magistrate are some of the best jobs one can pursue after completing law programs in the UK.

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Table of Contents

Best Degree Courses in UK

Law

Business Management

Psychology

Engineering

Media and Communication

Accounting

Conclusion

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