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July 29, 2026 5 min read

What Is UCAS Clearing and How Do You Apply?

UCAS Clearing is the official admissions process that allows UK universities to fill any remaining places on their courses. In 2026, Clearing will run from 2 July to 19 October. If you applied after the main deadline, didn't receive the offers you were hoping for, or have changed your mind about your course or university, Clearing could be an excellent opportunity. With careful preparation and quick action, you may still be able to secure a place at your ideal university through the Clearing process.

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June 18, 2026 12 min read

Studying in the UK in 2026: A RealisticGuide to Quality, Cost, and What Decides the Outcome

In an age where artificial intelligence is making many skills more accessible, many people are asking the same question: Is a degree still important? The real issue is no longer just what you know, but how reliably and sustainably you can demonstrate your knowledge. It is here that higher education in the United Kingdom, in particular, continues to stand out for its academic quality, culture of independence and global reputation.

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May 7, 2026 10 min read

Where do students from Turkey typically choose to study in the UK?

There are 7,165 students going from Turkey to the UK for education, and 43.5% of them are concentrated in a single city: London. But there is an even more striking figure. Among the top 10 institutions, there is no Oxford. No Cambridge. No LSE. The answer may challenge how Turkish families approach studying abroad. For Turkish families, making the right decision is not only about preferences, but also about understanding how the admissions pathways to universities actually work.

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April 3, 2026 3 min read

Country Preferences of Students from Turkey Studying Abroad

Whilst the number of students leaving Turkey to study abroad has risen in recent years, there has also been a marked shift in their choice of destination. Germany stands out as the leading destination, followed by the US and the UK. Students’ choices are influenced not only by academic quality, but also by cost, accessibility and career opportunities. Prof. Dr Bekir Gür assesses this shift using UNESCO data.

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March 18, 2026 4 min read

Student Mobility from Turkey to Other Countries Is on the Rise!

This analysis, authored by Prof. Dr Bekir Gür, Visiting Lecturer at Columbia University and Academic Advisor at Echos Education, examines the changes in student mobility from Turkey to other countries at the higher education level in recent years, drawing on international d

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