Here’s an overview of the types of study visas and their application requirements:
Type of student visa | Who it’s for | When to apply | Arrival in the UK |
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Tier 4 (General) student visa | Students aged 16 or over who have been offered a place in a course at a UK educational institution | Three months before the start of your course | Up to one week before if your course lasts six months or fewer. Up to one month before if your course lasts more than six months |
Tier 4 (Child) student visa | Students aged between four and 17 who have been offered a place in a course at a UK educational institution with a valid Tier 4 sponsor, such as an independent fee-paying school | Three months before the start of your course | Up to one week before if your course lasts six months or fewer. Up to one month before if your course lasts more than six months |
Short-term study visa | Students who have offered a place in a short-term course in the UK, such as an English language course or training course | Three months before your date of travel to the UK | Depends on your nominated travel dates |
Tier 4 (General) student visa | Students who have been offered a place in a course at a UK educational institution with a valid Tier 4 sponsor | Three months before the start of your course | Up to one month before if your course lasts more than six months |
S.no. | Study Program | Average fee (in Euros*) |
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1 | Undergraduate bachelor degree | GBP 10,000 to GBP 20,000 per year |
2 | Postgraduate master's degree | GBP 10,000 to GBP 20,000 per year |
3 | Doctoral degree | GBP 15,000 to GBP 24,000 per year |