Monday, December 24, 2012

How does UK Universities compare with US Universities

How does UK Universities compare with US Universities?
I am looking at a few schools in the UK, well in London and one in Dublin, Ireland. They don't post GPA requirments or GRE test schools. THey post 1st degree honors, 2nd, and so on, and then pass. I am not in an honors program, but I don't know what this means. I was hoping someone with experience of UK Graduate Schools could answer and explain the process. Thanks.
Higher Education (University +) - 3 Answers
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The UK system does not calculate GPA per se. They still go by the standard grades though. Universities have their way(s) to calculate the overall grade to determine the type of honors you graduate with which also includes an honors project. First class is the highest honors followed by Second Upper, Second Lower and Third Class. The pass degree is as what it says just someone who just manages to pass to graduate. Because almost all degree programs in the UK are direct honors degree programs, graduating with a pass degree in the UK is as good as telling people one didn't do at all well in college. GRE is also not a common requirement for graduate program applications. GRE is a very American thing. Just follow the graduate admission application instructions of the universities you are applying to and speak with the program director or advisor. Each program will have its own requirements. Because most US applicants hold a non-honors BS or BA degree, you may only qualify for a Master's degree program by research. You can then articulate into the PhD program within the department.
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US universities are ok i know nothing about uk im just answering this because my idiot sister is a gopher from ireland where cows $%^& on the windshields of cars and ducks roam to their liver's content and fry their abdomen yum.... oh, i must have digressed a bit
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Most universities will take graduates on by a case by case basis, there are certain minimum requirements that will have to be met but they do not assure you entrance into the course. In Ireland education has been given a numerical scale 10 = PHD, 9 = Masters, 8 = Bachelor Honours and Graduate Diploma, 7 = Bachelor Ordinary, (Used to be called National Diploma) Bachelor Honours takes three to five years depending on the programme. You would have to check with the universities to confirm if what you have counts.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

How much does a primary school teacher get paid in the uk

How much does a primary school teacher get paid in the uk?

Teaching - 1 Answers
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Uhm , , , not enough?

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Saturday, December 8, 2012

Living, working, and going to school in the UK

Living, working, and going to school in the UK?
I am an American who is currently being home schooled, I will be done in less than a year and would like to study in the UK if possible. However, in order for me to do so I have to have a job there and have to live there for at least a summer's length (3 months) I have done loads of research on my own for the past month or so, and am now overloaded with confusing information I can't make heads or tails out of. First of all, as a home schooled student is it even possible for me to go to school there? Second of all, where do I start looking? I have read everything I can about visas, and do not want to go on a school visa because of the work restrictions and the fact I'd have to prove I can study there without working (which is impossible unless I get some awesome loans/scholarships; and I do have a 4.0 which is all A's) Where do I look for a job or whatever else I need without actually going there? Is that even possible? Things like that. Thank you for taking your time to read this and an even bigger thanks if you chose to respond. Thanks ^^ I am also 17 (I'll be either just turning 18 or will be turning 18 soon when I graduate) lol sorry for leaving that out ^^ So how can I work and go to school at the same time? On a student visa you have to be able to go to school without working, and you're only allowed to work 20 hours a week. So I can't do that. And to be specific I am online with Ashworth University their high school college prep program. I am sorry but neither of those answer any of my questions lol
Other - United Kingdom - 3 Answers
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You don't say how old you are? If you are 16 or over then you can go to college but you may have to pay. To go to University depends on the course and you would have to attend an interview.
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sadly your harsh evil goverment wont give you a student loan mwah howerevr id advise leeds jobs everywhere you look helathcare its free dont let us down !
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Whether you can go to school here depends on what you want to do. A three year degree course? Something shorter? If you have taken exams I can't see that being home schooled would make much difference. If you want to take a degree course you need to be looking at British universities. There are hundreds of these and you need to narrow your search down to a particular geographical location. Universities are likely to be fussier about your qualifications than other schools and colleges offering diploma and certificate courses. They like to recruit overseas students because they can charge far higher fees. The following website has information on British universities and colleges: http://www.hero.ac.uk/uk/universities___colleges/index.cfm Regarding visas, the rules are here: http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/eligibility/ As you rightly state, you have to demonstrate you have funds to pay course fees and support yourself, but once in the UK you can work part time. Is there anyone who can at least lend you a sum of money to give a healthy bank balance? I would have thought any student loan would have to be sourced in the USA rather than the UK. There is also a new scheme called the Youth Mobility Scheme, though there are a number of conditions, such as whether the USA will participate. http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier5/youthmobilityscheme/ To be honest, apart from the Youth Mobility Scheme I can't see any other way of legally working in the UK apart from a student visa. There is a list of different categories of work here: http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/ Unfortunately it is unlikely you would get a scholarship or bursary. Scholarships are not a major part of the British college system as college fees are subsidised for home students anyway. Sorry if this sounds a bit pessimistic.

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Saturday, December 1, 2012

Medical School In the UK

Medical School In the UK?
I am an undergraduate student in the U.S. after my undergraduate education in America, I wanted to move to the U.K. and possibly go to medical school there because let's face it, healthcare in America SUCKS! however, i know the medical school system is different in the u.k. than in the u.s. after 4 years undergrad, is it possible for an American student to go to med school in the U.K. and if so, what are some worthwhile schools?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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the system in the UK is that at 18 you go straight from school into a 7 year medicine course. as you have already done 4 years hopefully you can do a few less. you need to have a look on the UCAS website - very important. and for some really good universities look on the times and guardian newspaper university league tables. search by medicine, and you'll have a good idea of the best places to go. then have a look on those university's individual website. call to find out exactly what the procedure will be for someone in your position. figure out whether you want to go to a campus university like st andrews or warwick, or a city based one, like ucl or imperial in london. do you have the money to study in london or in the surrounding area? its expensive.

Saturday, November 24, 2012

How long are secondary school IT lessons in the UK, on average

How long are secondary school IT lessons in the UK, on average?

Primary & Secondary Education - 2 Answers
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Do you mean like a computing class in high school? My lesson times are 58 minutes each. If your doing higher computing you have 6 lessons a week. If you do standard grade i think its about 3 lessons a week. And in 1st and 2nd year you have like 2 lessons every week or something like that. dont no if this is helpful.. sorry! X
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I'm in year 10 in secondary school in London and i personally didnt pick IT but people who did their lessons are a hour long. Hope this helped

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Friday, November 16, 2012

When you are in year 11 of school in the UK.

When you are in year 11 of school in the UK....?
how many years do you have left? Is it common for someone who is 14 to be in yr 11?
Primary & Secondary Education - 1 Answers
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Two: Lower and Upper Sixth Form. I think this can also be referred to as "college". If you look at this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Education_in_England#School_years, you can see that 15 is the common age for Year 11'ers. So you'd just be slightly younger than average. Which is perfectly fine.

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

What are some differences between school in the US and school in the UK

What are some differences between school in the US and school in the UK?
For my creative writing class, I have to write a story that takes place in a different country. I live in the US and my story takes place in the UK. I would like to know some differences between school in the US and UK. Even if you just describe high school in the UK, that would be great. How many hours does it last? How many days a week do you go? Things like that. PLEASE, for the love of God, do not tell me to google it or do my own homework. I've done research on many other aspects of life in the UK, but I've been having a hard time finding information on schools. Thanks!
Other - Education - 2 Answers
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I think schools in the US are more lenient because all the schools I know of are strict (I'm from the UK btw). I don't think we have the typical stereotypes and segragation that they cause (in the US), most people get along with everybody. We call it secondary school here and the first year is called Year 7 when you're 11 (we don't have "grades" like you do in the US) and then we leave when we've finished Y11 and we're 16. We never have to re-do a year if we screw up an end of year test, we always just move onto the following year. We get GCSE tests when we're in Y10 and Y11. It lasts from ten to nine till half three. We go five days a week; all the weekdays. We do English, Maths, Geography, History, French, RE, PE, IT, Citizenship and a DT (I do textiles). We have a tutor who leads our tutor group but we don't have them for any lessons, they just take us for registration on the morning and look out for our emotional welfare. Oh and we call them headteachers not principals. I hope I've been of help :) x Oh yeah I forgot the things that teh other answerer said. Yeah we have a strict uniform code at our school, which consists of a Burgundy jumper, black trousers/skirt, white shirt/blouse and a burgundy black and yellow striped school tie. The tie is compulsory for both boys and girls. And we're not allowed any piercings or make up. And we have to have orthodox (neat and tidy) normal hairstyles. And we either eat packed lunches or get something from the dinner hall, which at our school we don't refer to as a cantine but I think they do at other schools in England. And if you're in Y 11 you are "a year eleven" not "an eleventh grader". Oh and we have to stay in isolation if we do something wrong or do not have the correct uniform (for example wearing trainers in lessons or trying to wear clothes in PE that are not part of our school PE kit. We can get excluded (kicked out of school) for serious offences like repeated truancy, racism, drug/alcohol use within the school grounds etc. And yeah we call lessons periods, and we have five one hour periods, but we used to have six fifty minute periods. I can't think of anything else now :P
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Ermmm..In the UK we all have to wear uniform to school. This can be blazers, polo shirts etc.. some school dress smarter than others & can be extremely strict. A usual school day for me would be starting at 8.45 and then finishing at 3.00 and school starts on Monday & ends on Friday. We do our GCSE's in year 10 & 11 (the last 2 years of compulsive schooling). Umm.. I have 5 lessons a day, if that helps :S And we call each time of the lesson a period..for example a question 'what do we have period three?' that would refer to the 3rd lesson of the day. We have compulsive lessons, Maths, English, Science, Physical education (Gym), Religious studies and Social Education. Before the start of year 10 we get to choose 4 lessons to take for GCSE and add to to the compulsive lessons. We are also put into tutor groups from year 7 and we stay in that tutor group all the way to year 11. Well, I can't think of anything else at the moment but if I come up with anything else I'll come & edit :D Good luck with your story :) Alsooo, In year 11 you can become a prefect, this means that they have control over the other students and will look after the year 7's at break and lunch. There is also a school council..2 members of each tutor, a girl and a boy will go to meetings once a term and discuss what the students in their tutor want for the school, with the other members of council and their head of year. In year 11 there is an election for head boy & head girl, once the votes have been verified and noted they will be in charge of the council meetings.

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