Unusual Degrees in the UK

A lot of times students are not able to decide what they want to pursue as their career after they have completed their school education. Most of the students opt for a conventional career after class 12th while there are a few who like to break this monotony and take up something unusual and unheard of, but the problem is that they are not aware of the places or Universities they can apply to in order to get started with their unusual career path. If you are one of these students and want to pursue an unusual degree abroad and specifically in the UK, then you are at the right place!

Why Study in the UK?

The United Kingdom is one of the top study destinations providing world-class education and attracts scores of international students every year. The education system in the UK is quite flexible, so you can study in a way that suits your lifestyle and career aspirations. When you study in the UK you meet people from different nationalities, sharing their backgrounds and discovering new perspectives.  The universities in the UK are frequently ranked among the top academic institutions in the world and home to many renowned personalities for their contribution to the educational world. 

List of Unusual Degrees in the UK

Degree	University	Eligibility	Average Fee
Viticulture and Oenology	Plumpton College	10+2, IELTS score 6.0 overall	9,07,321 INR per year
Ethical Hacking	University of Abertay	10+2 with minimum 65%, IELTS score 6.0 overall	15,61,879 INR per year
Animal Behaviour and Psychology	University of Chester	60% from Central Boards & major state boards70% from Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh & Jharkhand boards.	12,5,3695 INR per year
Baking Science and Technology	London South Bank University	10+2, IELTS score of 6.0 or Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.	15,49,326 INR per year
Viking and Old Norse Studies	University College London	10+2 Certificate awarded by ICSE or CBSE with five subjects at 90, 85, 85, 85, 85.	24,16,742 INR per year
Fire Engineering	University of Central Lancashire	10+2 with a minimum of 60% in any stream	14,10,731 INR per year
Prop Making	Royal Central School of Speech and Drama	Proof of English Proficiency	22,46,440 INR per year
Sexual Health Studies	University of Central Lancashire	10+2 with a minimum of 60% in any stream	13,09,535 INR per year

BSc (Hons) Viticulture and Oenology

If you’re looking to explore the science of grape growing and winemaking, and gain the knowledge and skills to pursue a career in wine production, this is the perfect course for you. This course is unique to Plumpton College, where you will be offered a world-class education in Wine – Plumpton College in the UK. It is a 3-year full-time course duration and 4-year for part-time.

BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking

Demand for qualified ethical hackers and cyber security specialists is rising year on year both in India and abroad. The course at Abertay University combines computer networking, digital forensics, and expert development as well as programming. You will learn how to protect data and information systems. It is a four-year degree course after which you’ll be conferred with a Bachelor of Science degree in Ethical hacking

Animal Behaviour and Psychology

If you are someone who shares a deep connection with animals around you and feels empathetic towards their needs, then you must have a look at this course offered by the University of Chester. It is a three-year Bachelor in Science course specialized in Animal Behaviour and Psychology.

Baking Science and Technology

If you think baking a cake or moulding cookies from their batter is your boost of serotonin, we are delighted to let you know that you can actually make a full-fledged career in it. London South Bank UniversityLondon South Bank Unversity is offering a 3-year BSc course in Baking Science and Technology.

Viking and Old Norse Studies

This four-year bachelor program at University College London aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of the Viking Age through the study of the medieval and modern Scandinavian languages, Old Norse literature, and medieval history.

Fire Engineering

If you want to pursue Engineering but also want to go for the road less travelled you should consider opting for Fire Engineering. Fire engineering is a 3-year course at the University of Central Lancashire is one of the toughest and most demanding fields that deals with the prevention of fire.

Prop Making

This 3-year BA in Prop Making course at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama is widespread in all areas of the entertainment industry – theatre, film, television, window display, model animation, community arts, museum installation, and replication work. If you think you are ingenious, quick-thinker, explorative, dexterous, and you enjoy problem-solving, then this is the course for you.

Sexual Health Studies

Even though Sex-Ed is still considered taboo in India if you feel you can create awareness around your surroundings and make it comfortable for the upcoming generations of Sexual Health Studies, you can opt for this course. A 3-year course at the University of Central Lancashire is what you need to enrol yourself in.

Cost of Living in the UK

There are some crucial elements that you need to know and plan once you decide to move to the UK for your degree. These elements include tuition fees, accommodation, and travel costs. Let’s have a look at these costs:

Cost of Studying in the UK	Cost in INR & GBP
Tuition Fees	Undergraduate GBP 8000 – 30000 (INR 7.1-27 lakhs)
Tier 4 Visa	GBP 1,015 (INR 90,000) per month as proof of sufficient funds
Accommodation	GBP 350- 550 (INR 31,000 – 49,000) per month
Travel	GBP 40 (INR 3,970) monthly
Miscellaneous	GBP 500 (50,740 INR) monthly

Check out this blog: Cost of Studying in the UK for Indian Students

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