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Association of Commonwealth Universities
An organisation to promote co-operation and understanding in higher education throughout the Commonwealth
www.acu.ac.uk

British Council
Organisation for the promotion of the UK overseas, with offices in 110 countries worldwide
www.britishcouncil.org

Student Visas for Pakistani Students
Apply for a student visa in Pakistan through the British Council Student Select Scheme
www.educationuk.org.pk

Education UK
The brand that promotes the UK as an overseas study destination. General information and support for those wishing to study in the UK
www.educationuk.org

HOST UK
HOST is a scheme that arranges for international students to enjoy short stays in the homes of friendly British residents
www.hostuk.org

Skill: National Bureau for Students with Disabilities
Skill offers advice and information for students with disabilities, and works to promote equality of opportunity
www.skill.org.uk

UCAS: The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service
Students apply through UCAS to undergraduate courses in the UK
www.ucas.ac.uk

UKCOSA: The Council for International Education
An information and advice service for international students studying in the UK
www.ukcosa.org.uk/index.htm

UK NARIC: The National Academic Recognition and Information Centre
NARIC advises on the recognition of non-UK academic qualifications
www.naric.org.uk

UK Student Life
Practical information for international students about all aspects of living in the UK as a student
www.ukstudentlife.com

English Language

English in Britain
A comprehensive guide to accredited English language courses in the UK
www.englishinbritain.co.uk

UK Exam Boards Offering English Language Exams
www.britishcouncil.org/learning-exam-boards-english.htm

World Study Solutions
Information about studying English and living in the UK
www.worldstudysolutions.com

Scholarships

British Chevening Scholarships
Scholarships for postgraduates and professionals, designed to foster future leaders who will contribute to the development of their home countries
www.chevening.com

Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Plan
Scholarships mainly for postgraduates from Commonwealth countries
www.csfp-online.org

Overseas Research Student Awards Scheme
Awards for international postgraduate students of outstanding ability
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/ors

UK Scholarships database
A comprehensive scholarships search facility provided by the British Council
www.educationuk.org/scholarships

UK Government Links

Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS)
International Student web site
www.dfes.gov.uk/international-students

Immigration and Nationality Directorate
Information about UK immigration rules
www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk

UK Visas
Information on UK Visas and a search facility for British missions overseas
www.ukvisas.gov.uk

Foreign and Commonwealth Office
www.fco.gov.uk

Birmingham

Advantage West Midlands
The economic development agency for the West Midlands region
www.advantagewm.co.uk

Be in Birmingham
A site promoting the city of Birmingham
www.beinbirmingham.com

Birmingham International Airport
www.bhx.com

Birmingham City Council
www.birmingham.gov.uk

Also see the list of useful Birmingham websites.