Whether you will take this step before or after you have chosen your destination will depend on your priorities. You could even get lucky and find the best course in your preferred country.

If the course is more important than the destination, you could find yourself grappling with a range of admission and visa requirements.

However, admission into a top programme makes it worth the trouble. After you go through the eligibility and other criteria, try to narrow the list down to five.

While doing this, check how well the degree is recognised across the world and whether it opens doors in the job market or academia, depending on your preference.

Also check out the course and university rankings (see How They Stack Up). The admission process can throw up surprises, so it's better to apply to more than one university unless you are very sure of yourself.

STEP VI: Apply early

Now that you know where to apply, the sooner you do so the better (see Rules To Apply). Remember, deadlines are sacrosanct.

While most countries would have paper forms, you need to go though UCAS (www.ucas.ac.uk) to apply to UK colleges. You must craft your statement of purpose well and provide recommendations from your teachers.

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Also see: Study US: Visa procedures decoded

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