- 12th October-19th October 2024
(7 nights/8 days)
- Educational professionals
- This tour starts and ends in London-airport and train station transfers available
- £-please enquire
This tour is design for educational professionals who want to better understand the university options and admissions processes in the UK
Our tours are packed with university campus tours, talks & networking opportunities to empower you with lots of information so you can give the best guidance to your students & their parents
You will also enjoy some of the most interesting British cities, shopping, leisure activities and some of the best of British culture
On this tour you will:
- Experience a broad variety of universities-small vs large, attainable vs selective, city vs campus, private vs public, traditional vs modern
- Where possible we will meet with the admissions team at the universities who will give you admissions advice and answer questions
- Meet current students
- Ranking & league tables explained
- Compare the fees and grade requirements at universities across the UK
- Understand how to research UK universities
- Understand how to help students choose between courses with the same name at different universities
- Understand how universities differ
- Understand foundation, pathway, undergraduate & postgrad routes
- Understand how to best match a student to the right university for them based on their academic ability, personality, subject choice and the levels of support they are likely to need
- Understand the admissions process, UCAS & Common App
- Understanding how collegiate universities are different
- Talk & Q&A with a top UK based student careers advisor
- Get guidance on how to write a great personal statement (statement of purpose)
- Get guidance on super-curricular and why it matters
- Get guidance for medical school applications
- Get guidance for Oxbridge applications (applying to Oxford or Cambridge)
Universities on this tour
We handpicked the universities on this tour so show you a great selection of different types of universities in the UK from small vs large, attainable vs selective, city vs campus, private vs public & traditional vs modern
London
Enjoy a day and a half in the best student city in the world 2024 according to QS World University Rankings. London is also one of the most diverse cities in the world and more than a quarter of the student population in the city is international.
London captivates with its rich history showcased in iconic landmarks like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace, while its vibrant culture, diverse neighbourhoods, and world-class museums create an unforgettable experience.
Imperial College London
The Uni–City University/20,000 students
A Russell Group Ranked as the 3rd best university in the UK after Oxford & Cambridge.
It is the only UK university to focus entirely on science, engineering, medicine and business.
Located in South Kensington, a refined neighbourhood in West London that is world-renowned for its esteemed culture and elegant properties.
Kings College London
The Uni– City University, 41,000 students
A Russell Group university ranked 6th in the UK.
Prestigious, historic and London’s most central university, providing students with easy access to one of the most connected and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
Royal Holloway, University of London
The Uni– Campus university/11,000 students
A highly respected research focused university with a beautiful campus set in 135 acres of parkland. The self-contained campus means this is an extremely safe place to study.
Royal Holloway are career focused with employability skills taught throughout their degrees in line with their unique careers programme.
The campus and building are so picturesque it has been used as the filming location for many movies and tv shows.
It is 20 miles outside of London and 7 miles from Heathrow airport
University of Greenwich
The Uni– City university/20,000 students
Winner of ‘Best UK University 2023’ based on an independent analysis of over 24,000 university student reviews of their overall university experience. They also came 2nd for best campus & facilities and 2nd best students’ union in the UK based n student reviews. The University of Greenwich buildings are so beautiful they are a popular tv & film location.
Great student life and low international student fees compared with other London universities.
Greenwich is an 8-minute ride into London Bridge. This is a beautiful, historic, green part of London by the river Thames which is famous for its street food market, a royal park, maritime history and museums.
Studying in Greenwich is the perfect balance of city bustle and the calm of beauty & nature.
Regents University London
The Uni– City University/3000 students
A small private university with a beautiful campus, a desirable location and accessible entry requirements.
Located in London’s Royal Parks –Regents Park, this university is popular with international students who want to live and study in one of the most desirable parts of central London alongside other ‘well-connected’ international students.
Their degrees are modern, and they have small class sizes and robust student support.
Southern England
University of Southampton
The Uni–City University, 23,000 students. A Russell Group & top 20 UK university. The University stands out for its cutting-edge research and innovation, particularly in fields like engineering, oceanography, and medicine. Its global impact, commitment to sustainability, and supportive academic community make it a uniquely special institution for students and researchers alike.
Southampton is a port city which see around 500 cruise ships and 2 million passengers arrive each year. It is a great city for students as it is a small compact with lots to do and a big student population. For student who enjoy a balance of city & nature, ponies roam freely in the nearby New Forest national park.
University of Bristol
The Uni– City University 30,000 students.
Ranked 16th/130 in the UK overall. This university is nearly 150 years old.
Bristol’s educational approach revolves around a curriculum driven by research, where the content and delivery of degrees are shaped by the university’s globally influential research. It has incredible facilities for students from state-of-the-art labs to historic libraries
Bristol is known for its vibrant street art, music scenes, and hosts diverse festivals. Bristol was the first British city to be named European Green Capital
University of Bath
The Uni– Campus University/19,000 students
Ranked as 5th best university in the UK overall. Strength in both research and teaching, ensuring a first- class education from world-leading academics at a campus known for being one of the safest in the UK.
It is renowned for its excellence in engineering, architecture, and technology-related disciplines, consistently ranking high for these programs. There is a strong connection between academia and industry, fostering innovation and practical skills among its students.
Bath is named after the Roman Baths, which are in the heart of the city next to the medieval abbey. The city of Bath is a World Heritage Site, famous worldwide for its imposing architecture and Roman remains. It is a vibrant city with over 40 museums, many good restaurants, quality shopping and theatres.
Oxford University
The Uni– City University/26,000 students
The University of Oxford has won the world’s best university for an eighth consecutive year (2024 Times Higher Education). At nearly 1000 years old it is the oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of the six ancient universities in the UK.
Oxford’s reputation extends across a broad spectrum of subjects, and the university is consistently ranked among the top globally for its academic excellence.
Oxford University is one of only a handful of collegiate universities in the UK, which means that instead of a central campus it is made up of a collection of colleges. Each college has its own name, personality, special facilities, unique history, societies, dining and social events. If offered a place at Oxford you would be assigned to a college, which will form part of your identity and make up a big part of your experience at university.
University of Buckingham
The Uni– Campus University/3,000 students
The University of Buckingham are the pioneers of the ‘two-year degree’, which means you get the same qualification as the three-year option, but you save valuable time and money.
They are also a small private university (one of only six in the UK) so the students experience will be much more personalised as class sizes are small (between 8-20 students).
The uni Of Buckingham came second in the UK for graduate prospects in 2023. They also rank highly for student experience and satisfaction.
Their beautiful riverside campus is surrounded by green spaces. The closest city is Milton Keynes which has been named as one of the best places in the UK for under 30s to live. It is only 50 minutes from London and 40 minutes to Oxford
University of Reading
The Uni-Campus University/17,000 students
The University of Reading specialises in the arts, sciences, social sciences, humanities & business. They are the best in the UK in the specialised areas of land & property management, food science and geology.
They have a history of over 150 years and are well respected across the world with two international campuses.
The campus is set in 320 acres of parkland with lots of places to eat, shop, socialise and play sports. They also host street food and farmers markets on campus. Their safe and beautiful campus is only 30 minutes by train to central London.
Activities
You can choose to partake in these activities or enjoy free time
Tour of iconic central London
Including Buckingham palace, 10 downing street, Big Ben, Houses of parliament, Covent Garden, Trafalgar square, Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus. Plus an opportunity to walk through the loveliest streets in London that most tourists don’t know about
Covent Garden
The beautiful Covent Garden Piazza & Seven Dials
Maughan Library
Housed in a historic neo-Gothic building, is renowned for its architectural grandeur and extensive collections, making it a cherished academic and cultural hub for King’s College London.
Thames River Cruise
We take a river cruise along the Thames from central London into Greenwich
Tour of UNESCO World Heritage sites
You will experience Royal Greenwich and the City of Bath, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites
Painted Hall, Greenwich
Magnificent Baroque walls and ceilings depicting 200 figures including kings, queens and mythological creatures. Known as the Sistine Chapel of the UK
Tour of Oxford
A walking tour of this iconic historic city and its university colleges
Shopping
Opportunities to shop in high end, high street, hand made and souvenirs
Virginia Water Lake
We take a wellness walk around the Virginia Lake
Great Dining
Group dinners in restaurants, incredible food halls, university eateries & street food markets
Visit the world famous Stonehenge
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument built around 5000 years ago. There is a lot of mystery surrounding Stonehenge as it was built before tools and machinery had been invented, even before the wheel had been invented. The largest if the stones weigh 30 tonnes and are believed to have been transported from 180 miles away to the mystery site. No one knows how the huge stones were transported.
Brick Lane & Spitalfields Market
London’s famous East end has an incredible market, interesting history and is famous for its street art and street food & specialised tea and coffee shops
Timetable
October 12th -19th October 2024
University Colour Code
We colour code the universities ‘selectiveness’ in our timetable to help you understand more about the universities on this tour.
Attainable
Typically require medium grades
Selective
Typically require good to high grades
Highly Selective
Typically require very high grades, an interview and aptitude test
All the universities we visit are incredible world class high performing universities. Attainable universities often out perform more selective universities for teaching quality and often have more robust student support. This is a basic guide and entry requirements will vary based on your subject choice.
Sunday 13th October
ALL DAY
Arrive in London
Welcome Activities
- Visit the loveliest streets in London that most tourists don’t know about
- Spitalfields market and Brick Lane
Group Dinner
Get to know the group over a social dinner
Monday 14th October
AM
Regents University London
Imperial College London
PM
Kings College London
Maughan Library
Free time to enjoy London
Tuesday 15th October
AM
River cruise
Enjoy a river cruise along the Thames to Royal Greenwich
University of Greenwich
Tour of UNESCO World Heritage site The Royal Borough of Greenwich
PM
University of Southampton
Stonehenge
World famous 5000 year old hand built monument
Group dinner
Group dinner near Stonehenge
Wednesday 16th October
AM
University of Bristol
PM
University of Bath
Tour of UNESCO World Heritage site- The city of Bath
Thursday 17th October
AM
University of Buckingham
Home of the 2 year accelerated degree
PM
Oxford University
Tour of Oxford
Oxbridge entry requirements and application process explained
Friday 18th October
AM
University of Reading
PM
Royal Holloway
Wellness walk around Virginia Water Lake (optional/weather dependant)
Group dinner in traditional British pub
Saturday 19th August
AM
Depart after breakfast
We hope you have had an amazing time and learnt a lot about UK university options and studying in the UK
Summary
- 12th-19th October 2024 (8 days/7 nights)
- For Educational professional
- Starts & ends in London-airport transfers available
- £TBC
To apply for a place please complete our Booking form Once we receive the booking form we will contact you with the status of the tour.
If you have any questions, please see our FAQs or Contact us
Please note that all activities & university visits are subject to change. The finalised timetable will be sent out two weeks before the start date
What is included in the price
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- 3 evening meals
- Activities
- Transportation
What is not included in the price
- Flights
- Airport transfers
- Spending money
- Lunches
- Dinners, apart from the three listed
- Laundry
- Travel insurance