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Compare the UK, Australia, Europe, the USA and Canada at a glance, then explore each country in detail.
United Kingdom
3-year degrees, 1-year master's
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Australia
Great lifestyle and work rights
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Europe
Low-cost and English-taught options
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USA
Widest choice of universities
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Canada
Welcoming and great value
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| UK | Australia | Europe | USA | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Typical UG length | 3 years (4 in Scotland) | 3 years | 3–4 years (varies) | 4 years | 4 years |
| Main intakes | Sep, Jan | Feb, Jul | Sep/Oct | Aug/Sep, Jan | Sep, Jan |
| Typical tuition (per year) | £15k–£38k | A$25k–A$50k (≈£12.5k–£25k) | €0–€22k+ (≈£0–£19k) | US$25k–US$65k (≈£19k–£49k) | C$20k–C$60k (≈£11k–£32.5k) |
| Living-cost proof | £1,171–£1,529/month (up to 9 months) | A$29,710/year | e.g. Germany €11,904/year | Shown on I-20 | C$23,448/year |
| Typical IELTS (UG / PG) | 6.0–6.5 / 6.5–7.0 | 6.0–6.5 / 6.5–7.0 | 6.0–6.5 / 6.5–7.0 | 6.5–7.0 / 6.5–7.5 | 6.5 / 6.5–7.0 |
| Work while studying | Up to 20 hrs/week in term | 48 hrs per fortnight | Varies by country | On-campus, 20 hrs/week | 24 hrs/week off campus |
| Post-study work | Graduate Route: 2 yrs (apply by 31 Dec 2026), then 18 months; PhD 3 yrs | Subclass 485: typically 2–3 yrs | Germany 18 months; Ireland 1–2 yrs; NL 1 yr | OPT 12 months (+24 STEM) | PGWP up to 3 years |
| Key visa document | CAS | CoE | Varies (admission letter) | I-20 | LOA + PAL/TAL |
Please note: Information is general, correct as of October 2026 and can change. Please confirm details with a Uniaway adviser and the official government website. This is not immigration or legal advice.