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Does getting an LLM abroad automatically let me practise as a solicitor in England and Wales?

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No, an LLM alone does not qualify you to practise as a solicitor in England and Wales. You must still pass both SQE1 and SQE2 assessments and complete two years of qualifying work experience, regardless of holding an LLM from any university.

What tips will help me land a good part-time job in the UK?

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Choose part-time roles that align with your degree or future career rather than picking anything available, and start searching as soon as you arrive in the UK rather than waiting. Build genuine connections in your industry through networking, since many good openings come through people, not public listings.

Does my UK Graduate visa always last exactly 2 years?

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No, the UK Graduate visa does not always last exactly 2 years. That duration applies only to applications made on or before 31 December 2026. Applications from 1 January 2027 get 18 months instead, while PhD and doctoral graduates continue receiving 3 years regardless of their application date.

What are the tuition and living cost ranges for undergraduate study in the UK, Italy, and the UAE, and what are they known for?

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Italy is the most affordable of the three at EUR900 to EUR4,000 public university tuition a year, the UK runs GBP15,000 to GBP38,000, and the UAE sits between AED30,000 and AED120,000. Italy leads in design and engineering, the UK in academic prestige, and the UAE in proximity to India.

Is TOEFL iBT accepted by every university in the UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland?

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Yes, according to ETS, TOEFL iBT scores are accepted by 100 percent of universities in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Ireland. This sits within its broader acceptance of more than 13,500 institutions worldwide, so older country-by-country counts no longer apply.

Will my UK Graduate Route visa duration change if I am a PhD graduate applying after January 2027?

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No, if you are a PhD or doctoral graduate, your UK Graduate Route visa duration does not change; you continue to receive 3 years. This differs from Bachelor's and Master's graduates, whose visa length drops from 2 years to 18 months for applications from 1 January 2027.

Can I average my work hours across different weeks under my UK student visa?

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No, it is illegal to average your work hours across different weeks under a UK student visa. The Home Office defines each week strictly from Monday to Sunday, so you must stay within 20 hours weekly on a degree-level course, or 10 hours on a below-degree-level course, every week.

What will the UK National Living Wage be for workers aged 21 and over from 1 April 2026?

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From 1 April 2026, the UK National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is GBP 12.71 per hour, while workers aged 18 to 20 earn GBP 10.85 per hour. Older student pay figures below this rate are now below the legal minimum for most workers.

All Questions (5,176)

Will my English literature degree, taught and assessed entirely in English, allow me to waive English language test requirements for UK universities?

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Can I withdraw any amount from my account after showing ₹30 lakh as the minimum required funds for my UK visa application?

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What English proficiency tests are generally accepted by UK universities for Master's programs, and which ones might have format or scoring changes in the future?

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What are the career prospects and job opportunities after completing these courses?

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Given my BTech in Artificial Intelligence, which Master's in AI programs in the UK, Germany, Ireland, or the USA would be a good fit for my academic background and career goals, even without work experience?

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Can I work in Germany or the UK with just a relevant bachelor's degree and professional experience, without pursuing a master's or MBA?

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What are the salary ranges and career prospects in agricultural science for entry-level, experienced, and senior professionals in the UK and UAE, and which country offers a more established sector with broader opportunities?

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Which IELTS exam should I take for both UK and Australia university applications? Is there a specific one for each country, or can I take the same one for both?

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Can I find Postgraduate Diploma programs in the UK or UAE that focus on advanced coursework and take about a year full-time?

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What are the typical starting salaries and career opportunities I can expect as an instrumentation engineering graduate with 4 years of work experience in the UK?

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Given my Bachelor's in Psychology with an 83% average and no backlogs, which Master's specializations in the UK or the Netherlands would best suit my work experience in criminal justice and mental health?

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Why do I have two visas and what is the investment required for the visa?

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Given my 8.0 GPA in Instrumentation Engineering and four years of work experience, what Master's specializations in Control and Instrumentation Engineering would best prepare me for roles in industries like automotive and aerospace, and what are some recommended UK programs for this?

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How much does it cost to apply for a dependent visa for my spouse and child under 18, and what is the processing time for Germany and the UK, given I am an international student?

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What countries offer strong post-study work rights and high demand for business analytics professionals, with more straightforward or longer work visa options than the US?

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Can I enroll in two full-time courses simultaneously while studying a master's program in the UK on a student visa?

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Should I prefer UK, Italy, or Germany for my studies considering the language difficulty in Germany and the current situation?

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Which country offers the best scholarship opportunities for a master's student with 9 years of work experience and a 70% bachelor's degree grade?

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What MBA scholarships in the UK, France, and Singapore am I eligible for with a 9.01 CGPA, 41 months of work experience, and an IELTS score of 8.5?

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If I secure a job after completing my master's in the UK, how long can I continue working there without having to return to India?

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