Courses to get highest paying jobs in UK | How students can earn more than £38,700
Summary
TLDRThe video discusses recent UK immigration rules impacting international students, highlighting the increased salary threshold for Skilled Visa applications. It emphasizes the importance of pursuing high-paying courses to qualify for a visa and the UK's experience-based job market. The top 10 industries for future prospects in the UK are listed, including accounting, geology, data science, mathematics, IT, biological sciences, law, architecture, medicine, and engineering, with suggested courses for each.
Takeaways
- 📢 The UK's immigration rules announced on December 4, 2023, have increased the salary threshold for Skilled Visa applications from £26,200 to £38,700 annually.
- 🎓 For the first four years, there is an exception for 'new entrants', who are eligible for a 30% discount on the salary threshold.
- 🤔 The UK Home Office has not yet published guidelines on whether the 'new entrant' clause will be retained or removed.
- 🏢 To secure a future in the UK, it's advisable to pursue courses that lead to jobs paying more than £38,700 annually to qualify for a Skilled Worker Visa.
- 🌍 UK is an experience-based market, so having more experience from your home country can improve your chances of getting a Visa sponsorship job.
- 💼 Top 10 industries for courses to focus on for a brighter future in the UK include Accounting, Banking, and Finance; Geology, Earth Science, and Renewable Energy; Data Science and Data Analytics; Mathematics, Economics, Actuarial Science, and Statistics; Information Technology and Computer Science; Biological and Biomedical Science; Law; Architecture; Medicine and Dentistry; and Engineering.
- 💰 Courses in Accounting, Banking, and Finance can lead to roles such as ACCA, financial economist, or finance and management professional.
- 🌱 Geology and Earth Science courses open up jobs like engineering geologist, hydrogeologist, and geophysicist.
- 📊 Data Science and Data Analytics courses can prepare students for roles as data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, and data analytics professionals.
- 🔢 Mathematics, Economics, Actuarial Science, and Statistics courses can lead to careers in mathematical modeling, financial economics, and risk management.
- 💻 Information Technology and Computer Science courses can result in jobs such as cybersecurity, software development, and cloud computing.
- 🧬 Biological and Biomedical Science courses can prepare students for careers in bioinformatics and biomedical science.
- 🏛️ Law courses can lead to roles in legal practice, international business law, and higher rights of audience.
- 🏗️ Architecture courses can result in careers in architecture and urban design, with various master's and PhD programs available.
- 🩺 Medicine and Dentistry courses can lead to roles in oral medicine, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, and dental hygiene.
- ⚙️ Engineering courses across various fields are in high demand in the UK, with opportunities in civil, environmental, telecommunications, biomedical, chemical, and mechanical engineering.
Q & A
What was the significant change in the UK's immigration rules announced on December 4, 2023, that affects international students?
-The significant change was the increase in the salary threshold for Skilled Visa applications from £26,200 to £38,700 annually.
Is there an exception to the new salary threshold for certain international students?
-Yes, there is an exception for students labeled as 'new entrants' who get a 30% discount on the new salary threshold.
What is the current uncertainty regarding the 'new entrant' status in the UK's immigration rules?
-The UK Home Office has not yet published guidelines on whether to keep the 'new entrant' status closed or remove it.
What is the recommended strategy for securing a future in the UK for international students?
-Pursuing courses that lead to jobs paying more than £38,700 annually to qualify for a Skilled Worker Visa.
Why is experience important for international students seeking a visa sponsorship job in the UK?
-The UK is an experience-based market, meaning the more experience an applicant has, the better their chances of getting a visa sponsorship job.
What is the first industry Sara mentions in her top 10 list for a brighter future in the UK?
-The first industry mentioned is Accounting, Banking, and Finance.
What are some of the courses one can choose under the field of Geology, Earth Science, and Renewable Energy?
-Some courses include Geology, Environmental Engineering, Oceanography, Marine Geography, and Geophysics.
What are the job targets for someone who has studied Data Science and Data Analytics?
-Job targets include Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, and Data Analytics related positions.
What are some of the courses that fall under the umbrella of Mathematics, Economics, Actuarial Science, and Statistics?
-Courses include Mathematical Modeling and Data Analytics, MSc in Mathematics of Finance and Insurance, MSc in Economics, MCE in Economics and Finance, and MSc in Statistics.
What are the top 5 industries Sara lists for a promising career in the UK?
-The top 5 industries are Biological and Biomedical Science, Law, Architecture, Medicine and Dentistry, and Engineering.
What are some examples of courses one can pursue in the field of Engineering?
-Examples include Bachelors or Masters in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
What advice does Sara give regarding the choice of courses for international students who want to study in the UK?
-Sara advises choosing courses that align with the top industries and have the potential to secure jobs paying more than £38,700 annually.
How can international students get in touch with Sara's team for further assistance?
-International students can fill out a Google form to allow Sara's team to reach out to them.
What is the importance of watching the video mentioned at the end of the transcript?
-The video is likely to provide current updates or additional information about the situation in the UK that may be relevant to international students.
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