The UK is where the English language developed. There are more people using English as their first language in  the UK than in any other country except the US.

 The degrees and qualifications from UK higher education institutions are known around the world as high quality and world class. The standard of excellence is set by some of the older universities with recognizable names, like Oxford and Cambridge

It is easy to travel to the UK. There are flights to London from most parts of the world. You can travel around the UK by trains and bus, although the services are not very efficient.

 International students have always been an important presence in the UK, and the numbers have been growing steadily.

If you are on a course for more than 6 months, you should be able to obtain free health treatment if you become ill.

The UK is a relatively safe country. The police do not usually carry guns, and there are strict controls on the ownership of weapons

 The British educational system has a good reputation. Accredited qualifications obtained from British schools and universities are recognized in most parts of the world.

An international student in the UK is typically allowed to work up to 20 hours a week during school term, and up to full-time when school is out of term. Of course, you should always check with your international advisor at your school before starting any work - you do not want to be in violation of your visa, and rules change all the time.

The UK is known for having a multicultural society with all religions and faiths represented in some way. With a racial, ethnic and religious jumble, the UK is very open to new traditions and cultures - something that is a great thing for students from other countries!