EDUCATION SYSTEM IN THE UK

In the UK, there are currently all 5 main levels: Preschool/Kindergarten (Early Years), Primary (Primary), Secondary School (Secondary), High School (Further Education) and University and After Higher Education.

Kindergarten Educating young students before they are old enough to enter the elementary system is an unemployed training stage, but plays an equally important role in developing intelligence and physical body for children. In the United Kingdom, preschools are non -mandatory training systems. Small students can go to school at 3 years or later, especially each week, they can learn 15 hours free of charge for 38 weeks of the year.

Primary school: The elementary system in the UK lasts 6 years, from grade 1 - grade 6. From the age of 5 years old students/ students were able to go to the elementary school system, but it was not until the age of 7 to start studying the main subjects, as well as participate in extracurricular programs such as music, art, computer science ...

Secondary The foggy country has many schools with the lower secondary training program for students aged 11-16. The system of schools includes: Mixed school (Comprehensive School - with many programs Different learning and time), Technical School (Technology College), a school specializing in the programs more practical than theory (Modern Secondary School) or specialized school (Grammar School).

    • International students studying abroad in English level 2 can apply at the age of 11 to be able to complete the learning program and receive GCSE certificate or similar diplomas.
    • Grade 7 to 11 (11 years old - 15 years old)
    • Study time: 5 years
    • Tuition: Average tuition 8,000 - 25,000 pounds
    • Diploma:
      • GCSE(General Certificate of Secondary Education): Bằng tốt nghiệp trung học cơ sở
      • IGCSE(International GCSE): Chứng chỉ tốt nghiệp trung học quốc tế.

High school (A-level certificate): After completing the junior high school program, students will continue to study on high school. The UK high school training system is divided into academic and vocational courses, students can choose either or combine both training programs and the certificate of graduation will be “Ticket Porture "into top universities in the UK, as well as many other countries in the world.

    • Study time: 1 - 2 years
    • Admission conditions: By GCSE with a score from A* to C, you can continue the 2 -year post -secondary courses. Educational organizations that meet international enrollment standards will need to prove that they meet the input conditions with their academic results in their country (for Vietnamese students: graduating from grade 10. can qualify for this program)
    • Tuition fee: 5,000 - 25,000 pounds (public and private schools)
    • Diploma:
      • General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (A Level/Chứng chỉ A level): Bằng tốt nghiệp Trung học phổ thông

University

    • Study time: 3-4 years
    • Diploma: Bachelor
    • Tuition fee: 13.000 – 16.000 pound
    • Admission conditions: A-level certificate (some schools accept international certificates, college preparatory certificates and high school or university results in Vietnam)
    • The university program in England, Northern Ireland and Wales usually lasts 3 years to issue a bachelor's degree. In Scotland, students take 3 years to complete the normal program (Bachelor’s Degree) and 4 years to get the honor (Honours Bachelor’s Degree). Scotland university programs are sometimes granted a master's degree (Master of Social Affairs, Master of Science or Master of English, etc.), depending on the tradition of each school.
    • Like some universities in Vietnam, the foggy students will have some compulsory subjects and some buffet subjects. In addition to compulsory subjects, students/ students will have to choose some subjects depending on the preferences or career orientation in the future and the school's team of consultants will give advice to help students have the best decisions.
    • The majority of universities or bachelor's degree training units create opportunities for students to study from two or more majors in the combined or linked honor program. The combined degree program will include different majors that do not necessarily have the same density (such as the Business Bachelor Program in combination with French). The interwoven courses are similar to other degree programs, but there is an additional year to learn more practical work experience related to the course. This usually means a 4 -year course instead of 3 years as usual.
    • At some universities, students' annual results will not be included in the classification of the final program. The graduation score of students is calculated by the results of the 2 + year 3 + points for the graduation thesis.

Post graduate

    • Master degree
    • Study time: 1 - 2 years
    • Tuition fee: 4,000 - £ 30,000 and some schools may have financial support programs for students
    • Teaching method: Study in class (taught program) or research (research)
    • Master studying in class (Master of Arts, Master of Science (Master of Science), Master of Business Administration (Master of Business Administration): Master's degree in classroom usually includes Many modules (subjects) are taught, or self -researched and written with the guidance of instructors - often an industry expert. This program usually lasts a regular school year. In addition, in order to meet the trend of practical recruitment with a good theoretical foundation of the labor market, many universities in the UK also organize 2 -year masters courses (1 school year and 1 year of work).
    • Research Master (Master of Research (MRES), Master (Mphil)): The Master Program requires students to spend their entire time on academic research. Some courses allow students/ students to have classes in class, but the final score of students/ students will rely entirely on the quality of students' essays.

PhD.

    • Study time: 3-4 years (depending on the research progress)
    • Tuition fee: 13,800 - 41,400 pounds
    • Diploma: Ph.D, D.Phil, New Route Ph.D
    • The doctoral program (PHD) is the most common doctoral program, often requires students to have an important research project written by students themselves and one thesis under the guidance of one or two teachers doing instructor. While the PHD program is the most common way to get a doctorate, professional and doctoral degrees in the form of "new roads" are also other popular options and include teaching factors. Combine research.

Some other educational programs

Inter College - University: Inter College - University is a program that helps college students can apply to study bachelor's degree programs. The International Foundation Year (IFY) program organized by colleges in the UK leads to internationally recognized university preparation programs such as A-level programs or BTEC national programmes. These one-year courses simulate a formal academic program in the UK but add extra tutoring in English skills. To apply, students must be at least 17 years old, have a minimum standard of English (usually 5.0 IELTS) and have completed a standard high school program. Many higher education colleges have transfer agreements to undergraduate degree courses at local universities, so students should check to see if that is the school of their choice. or not. Many UK universities also run their own International Foundation Year program and directly link to a university course.

HND or HNC: HND (Higher National Diploma) is a formal certificate of study for 2 years. The Higher National Certificate (HNC) is a similar certification, but is usually taught in an after-school format. HND and HNC are training programs that focus on practical practice, helping students gain real work experience to gain work experience. At some universities, students can study and earn HND and HNC certificates in the 2nd and 3rd years of the training program. In addition, some colleges in England, Northern Ireland and Wales also have programs to offer HND and HNC certificates. In Scotland, the HNC is a regular course equivalent to the first year of a bachelor's degree; HND is equivalent to 2nd year. For students with HNC certificate, they can apply to transfer to 2nd year of university; HND certificates can be used to apply for transfer into the 3rd year of university.

Diploma Programs (DipHE): College systems in the UK usually study within 2 years and after graduation students can transfer to the university system. College students can apply to transfer to year 2 or year 3 of a university program. This is one of the simple ways to study in the UK at university level without having to go through the rigorous application review like when applying directly to the university system.

General university (FdA, FdSc, etc.): After graduating from high school, students have the option of two-year general college programs at universities. After receiving a general university diploma, students can continue to study to get a university degree or can work as well. Generally, undergraduate programs usually provide training in the following disciplines: art and design, journalism and communication, engineering and hotel management.

Pre-university program: This is one of the most popular choices of Vietnamese students when choosing to study in the UK before university. College preparatory training is often work-related, helping to develop careers in a range of related career fields. Although it is a UK post-graduate degree program in itself, it can also help students transition into the 2nd or 3rd year of a bachelor's programme. Foundation programs generally take 2 years of regular schooling.

In the UK, the term 'postgraduate' is used for master's and doctoral programmes, usually referring to further study for students who already have a first degree (the term 'first degree' ( first degree) is equivalent to the term “graduate study” as used in the US). In addition to the Master and Doctoral programs as in the framework program, students/students can study the following two programs:

    • Pre-Masters/Pre-Graduate: Pre-masters courses are for students who want to pursue a master's program but feel that they need to improve their study skills, improve their English, or simply adapt again with student life. These courses typically last from 6 months to 1 year, and most include subjects that teach learning methods, research, computer skills, data analysis, interviews, and sourcing and citation. references and essay writing.
    • Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates: Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas are recognized as a professional qualification in that industry. Some graduate diplomas even have the same value as a master's degree, even though students don't have to write an essay. After completing the diploma, students can continue to study for a master's degree.