SI-UK claims to have partnered with more than 100 United Kingdom (UK) based universities. Through these partnerships, the company aims to enhance the educational opportunities available to international students. Founded in 2006, SI-UK claims to have played a crucial role in assisting more than 1.3 million students in pursuing higher education in international study destinations. The company has 92 offices worldwide, spanning 40 countries.
The universities partnering with SI-UK encompass highly ranked institutions worldwide, as per the QS World Rankings. Among the distinguished names featured are University College London (UCL), King’s College London (KCL) and the University of St Andrews. This collaborative network includes a variety of institutions, each with distinct strengths and methodologies. For instance, the University of Winchester, known for its tight-knit community and research prowess, utilises SI-UK’s extensive global network to engage with exceptional international students.
“The SI-UK offices, from Nagpur to Tokyo and beyond, give my international team an opportunity to directly engage with some of the best students we see, and the formal events (fairs, training sessions etc) are everything we could wish for. A growing presence across the globe, SI-UK is one of the first partners we contact when planning international activity and their visa compliance figures are also a joy to behold,” David Street, head, international recruitment, University of Winchester, said.
UCL, a top-ranked university, adheres to a stringent approach in recruiting undergraduate students by refraining from engaging external agents for the undergraduate programme recruitment process. Prospective students interested in applying for UCL’s undergraduate programmes are encouraged to utilise the official UCL admissions portal, emphasising the university’s commitment to maintaining the highest academic standards.
“Our goal is to make studying in the UK an enriching and accessible experience for students from all corners of the world,” Rob Grimshaw, CEO, SI-UK, said.
In recognition of the distinctive requirements associated with graduate-taught programmes, UCL has established a strategic alliance with SI-UK, a widely recognised leader in international student recruitment. This collaboration is specifically designed to attract the most highly qualified candidates for UCL’s MA, MSc and LLM programmes. The partnership with SI-UK was initiated in March 2021. “We look forward to working with the SI-UK team across the globe to support our applicants in their ambitions to join UCL,” UCL said in a statement.