Have doubts about studying in the UK during COVID-19 pandemic? Read this

July 9th, 2021 by admin

Corona virus has caused uncertainty and especially for Indian students who wish to study abroad but because the country is witnessing wrath of the second wave, things have changed. The situation has caused a lot of chaos and as one of the most reliable abroad education consultants, we have brought forth some of the information that the students must know if they are planning for further studies in the UK:

  • UK universities will cover the quarantine cost

Some of the UK universities have decided to reimburse the 10-day hotel quarantine and testing fees up to the total value of £1,750 to Indian students who will be required to stay in quarantine in managed hotel accommodation.

  • UK amongst the top in the world for vaccine rollout

The COVID-19 vaccine roll-out in the UK is amongst the best in the world. In fact, it is being expected that by the summer 2021, it will become one of the first countries to be fully vaccinated and by September 2021 entry will be safe for students and staff.

  • International student vaccine priority

International and EU students in the UK will be able the access the vaccines available in the country, which means that because vaccines are rolling out early in the UK, students may receive vaccine quicker in the UK as compared to other countries.

  • Classes are a mix of online and offline

Though many campuses are open now, universities in the UK are following a hybrid learning where face-to-face tuition, digital lectures and seminars are being held keeping in mind the social distancing guidelines.

To know about the measures implemented by universities, visit – https://www.youreduadvisors.com/read-know-uk-universities-operating-pandemic/

Travel implications for Indian students

  • Students are required to undergo Covid-19 test prior to travel with protocols.
  • Students can book a travel test package in advance, which will include Covid test on day 2 and day 8 upon arrival in the UK which may cost around £170 to £575 depending on the provider.
  • It is mandatory for students to stay in quarantine for 10 days, which would cost them around £1750 for stay at a managed quarantine hotel.
  • It will cost students around £2000 {£1750 + (£170 to £575)} for travel test and hotel stay.

So this was something you must know if you are planning to study in the UK. Besides this, if you have other doubts or need consultation from the abroad education consultants, you can come to us. We can answer all your questions about your plans to study in the UK. So, don’t let this pandemic ruin your education plan and come to us for a better tomorrow.