The United Kingdom (UK) and its universities have an undisputed reputation for academic excellence and quality with thousands of courses available for students, as well as being an ideal destination for many decades for over a million international students from all over the world.

• Affordable Education
• Internationally Recognised Courses & Qualifications
• Innovative and Abundant Research Opportunities
• Healthy and Safe Communities
• Scholarships and Financial Support
• Multicultural Nation
• The best possible place to study and learn English
• Choose from over 50,000 courses in more than 25 subject areas
• Shorter courses which indicate reduction in tuition fees and accommodation costs
• Possible to work while you study

Tuition fees vary between 4 countries that comprise the UK: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The fees can vary widely depending on the type of program you choose and the university you decide to study at.

Student Applicant:

• Students must be over 18 years of age
• International students who study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree course at a recognised university are allowed to work part-time during term for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during the holidays.
• Each higher education institution has clearly defined semesters throughout the academic year, including specific breaks for holidays. During these breaks, you can work full-time at your job if you wish.

Spouse:
Dependent Visa holders can work freely in the UK however they are not allowed to work as a doctor in training. If your dependent spouse is highly skilled and secures sponsorship with a Tier 2 licensed employer on his or her own account please note that they will not be able to ‘switch’ in country to a Tier 2 General Visa.

• A valid passport or any other documentation for travel
• Proof of funds to cater to your living costs during your course
• CAS reference number – Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies
• Documents used for obtaining the CAS
• Colour photographs of passport size
• If needed, screening for Tuberculosis
• Your University will make you aware of additional requirements if any prior to your application

On the Tier 4 dependent visa, your family members including your spouse and dependents will be able to join you or stay with you in the UK during your course of study.

Definition of dependent:

• Husband, wife or civil partner
• Same-gender partner
• Children under the age of 18 and children born in the UK during your stay

You will be eligible to bring a dependent provided you are:

• Sponsored by a higher education institute for a Level 7 course with a duration of 9 months or more
• Doing a government-sponsored course that has more than 6 months duration
• Doctorate students on an extension scheme