Shorter, intensive degrees — a 3-year bachelor's and a 1-year master's — from some of the world's oldest and most respected universities.
Student Route Visa
September/October — main intake
£12,000 – £38,000/year
Graduate Route gives 2 years of post-study work (3 years for PhD graduates)
A 3-year bachelor's and a 1-year master's mean lower overall tuition and living cost compared to longer programmes elsewhere.
Two years of unrestricted post-study work in the UK after graduation — three years for doctoral students.
Home to some of the oldest and most globally ranked universities, across every discipline.
Easy access to the rest of Europe and a large, established Indian student community across major UK cities.
Requires a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from your university, proof of funds held for 28 consecutive days, and an approved English test where required.
Once you accept your offer and pay any deposit, your university issues a CAS reference number.
Show the required tuition + living-cost funds held in your account for 28 consecutive days before applying.
Submit your Student Route visa application and biometric appointment via UKVI's online portal.
Attend your biometric appointment at a visa application centre; decisions typically arrive within 3 weeks.
Application route: UCAS (for undergraduate courses) · Direct to the university (for postgraduate courses) · Intakes: September/October — main intake · January — secondary intake at some universities · Work rights: Up to 20 hrs/week during term time · Graduate Route gives 2 years of post-study work (3 years for PhD graduates)
Figures are indicative ranges and vary by university, course and lifestyle. Visa fees, exchange rates and cost-of-living requirements change frequently — we confirm current figures for your specific profile during your free assessment.
Most universities require IELTS/equivalent for admission, and the Home Office requires an approved English test (UKVI-approved) for visa purposes in some cases — we'll clarify what applies to your course.
2 years for bachelor's and master's graduates, 3 years for PhD graduates, with no sponsor required.
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