Start Your Higher Studies at a UK University

Potentially, yes. Eligible students may begin with a foundation or integrated foundation programme and progress to a Bachelor’s degree. Entry depends on age, O/L subjects and grades, English evidence, the selected course and the university’s policy.

Yes. UK universities may assess Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel and International Baccalaureate qualifications. Students with International GCSE or O Level qualifications may explore foundation routes, while students with International A Levels or the IB Diploma may qualify for direct Bachelor’s entry or a foundation route depending on subjects, grades and the university’s requirements.

You may still have options. Some students qualify for foundation routes or selected undergraduate programmes depending on their complete academic profile. A course-by-course assessment is needed because acceptance differs between universities.

Not in every case. Some universities accept other approved tests, prior English qualifications, medium-of-instruction evidence or an internal assessment. The accepted evidence and required score depend on the institution, course and visa sponsorship arrangements.

You generally need the outstanding course fee for one academic year as stated on your CAS, plus living funds of £1,529 per month in London or £1,171 per month outside London for up to nine months, unless an exemption applies. Funds normally need to meet the 28-day rule.

Some can. Students on eligible full-time degree-level courses may be permitted to work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full time outside term time. Other students may have a lower limit or no general work permission. Always check the conditions recorded on your eVisa.

Most taught-course students cannot bring dependants under the Student route. Eligibility is generally limited to qualifying government-sponsored students and students on PhD, doctorate or research-based higher degree programmes. Each family member must also meet the relevant requirements.

The Graduate visa is a separate immigration application made after graduation; it is not included in the university application or the initial Student visa application. An eligible student must first successfully complete an eligible UK course, be in the UK with valid Student or Tier 4 permission, and wait for the university to report successful completion to the Home Office. For eligible Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates, the visa lasts two years when applied for on or before 31 December 2026 and 18 months when applied for from 1 January 2027. Eligible PhD and other doctoral graduates receive three years. Eligibility depends on the rules in force when the student applies.

September is the main intake and usually offers the largest course selection. January is a significant secondary intake. Some universities also offer selected programmes in spring or summer, but availability is more limited.

When applying from outside the UK, the earliest application date is normally six months before the course starts. You need the required CAS and supporting documents before applying, so the university application process should begin earlier.

No. Decisions are made independently by universities, scholarship providers and UK Visas and Immigration. Visa Concierge provides profile-based guidance, application support and document preparation assistance but cannot guarantee an outcome.