Opportunities at Education UK exhibition 2007

Explore the vast array of courses and qualifications offered by colleges and universities across the UK by visiting the Education UK exhibition 2007 in Colombo and Kandy.

The British Council exhibitions in Colombo and Kandy will again offer students and parents an opportunity to speak to representatives from institutions in the UK. The Fair is expected to attract 56 UK institutions in Colombo and 26 in Kandy.

The Education Service Manager said that "There is no such thing as one size fits all when it comes to UK education. At the exhibition you will have the option of choosing from the vast array of courses on offer and you can fashion your own future."

UK study offers value for money and the sort of experience you cannot put a price on: you will learn to think for yourself and to make your own decisions. You're not just paying for lectures and practicals: throughout your course you will have access to libraries, state-of-the-art laboratories ultramodern computer facilities and extensive research resources.

Over 1,800 Sri Lankans pursue their higher education in the UK at present. The courses are shorter, and as a result you can start earning earlier.

Fair dates and times

Colombo - Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 February from 11.00 am to 6.00 pm

Kandy - Tuesday, 27 February from 1.00 pm - 7.00 pm.

Venues: Hilton, Colombo; Queens, Kandy

Things to do before you visit the Education UK Exhibition 2007:

Interested courses;

(a) Identify your own personal strengths and weaknesses, (b) Explore opportunities and barriers in the environment, (c) Speak to your teacher and/or parents (c) Visit the Education Services at the British Council and refer publications such as the Careers 2006. Short listed institutions:

Your time will be better spent focusing on those you know have courses you are interested in; (b) Visit websites beforehand to help you shortlist - links to universities and colleges can be found at www.educationuk.lk

Funds

Studying in the UK is a major investment of both your time and money. There are various ways you can meet the costs - family savings, company sponsorship, bank loan or scholarship. It is important that you have considered each of these options before you visit the exhibition as UK representatives will ask how you intend to pay for the course.

Entry requirements

Most university courses in UK will require students to have high marks in their Sri Lankan school qualifications and an excellent level of English. It is important to be realistic about which course (a) you will be accepted for. If your grades are slightly lower than the entry requirements being asked for, there may be other options open to you such as foundation/access courses or vocational courses at further education colleges.

Copies of relevant certificates

As the exhibitions are usually very busy, representatives do not have time to wade through piles of paper. It will impress them if you have put some effort into arranging paperwork.

Bring copies of your school examination results and other relevant qualifications e.g. degrees or diplomas in a neatly ordered folder. There is no need for you to bring details of your curriculum, project work or other extraneous information. For more information call 0114521582 or visit www.educationuk.lk