University of Birmingham
Birmingham
The Russell Group
Twenty-four research-intensive universities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Here is who they are, how to apply from Pakistan, and what the rules on working after you graduate look like for 2027.
The 24 universities
University of Bristol
Bristol
University of Cambridge
Cambridge
Cardiff University
Cardiff
Durham University
Durham
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh
University of Exeter
Exeter
University of Glasgow
Glasgow
Imperial College London
London
King's College London
London
University of Leeds
Leeds
University of Liverpool
Liverpool
London School of Economics and Political Science
London
University of Manchester
Manchester
Newcastle University
Newcastle
University of Nottingham
Nottingham
University of Oxford
Oxford
Queen Mary University of London
London
Queen's University Belfast
Belfast
University of Sheffield
Sheffield
University of Southampton
Southampton
University College London
London
University of Warwick
Coventry
University of York
York
Applying for a bachelor's degree
Through UCAS. You apply to up to five courses with one application and one personal statement.
Deadlines for 2027 entry. Oxford, Cambridge and most medicine, dentistry and veterinary courses close on 15 October 2026 at 18:00 UK time. Most other courses close on 13 January 2027 at 18:00 UK time.
Applying with Intermediate (HSSC). Many Russell Group universities ask students with Intermediate results to complete a foundation year or international year one first. A levels usually give direct entry. Each university publishes its own requirements for Pakistan.
Applying for a master's degree
You apply directly to each university, usually online. Most taught master's degrees last one year, which keeps the total cost lower than in many other countries.
Entry is usually based on your bachelor's grades, measured against a UK 2:1 or 2:2, along with your English score and, for some courses, work experience. Many universities list the CGPA they accept from Pakistani universities on their country pages.
Working after you graduate
The Graduate Route lets you stay and work in the UK after your degree. For applications made from 1 January 2027, bachelor's and master's graduates get 18 months, down from two years. PhD graduates keep three years.
Sources: UCAS 2027 entry deadlines, Russell Group membership and UK Government announcements on the Graduate Route, checked in October 2026.
How we help
- A shortlist matched to your grades and budget
- Foundation and pathway routes if you need one
- UCAS applications and personal statements
- Scholarships for international students
- CAS, financial evidence and the Student visa
- Accommodation and pre-departure briefings