Student visa
International students coming to the UK to study full-time must apply for a student visa. Criteria are set by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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Apply for a Student visa
Where to apply from and how to do it.
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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
What your CAS number is and where to get it from.
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Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
How to get your BRP.
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Student visa sponsor and your responsibilities
Our responsibility to you and your responsibilities as a Student visa holder.
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Bringing your family (dependants)
Who is eligible to come to the UK and how to apply.
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Correcting an error on your visa
What to do if you have an error on your visa.
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Changes to your course
What you need to do to suspend, withdraw, transfer or extend your studies at the University.
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Registering with the police
How, where and when to register with the police.
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Tier 4 visa pilot
What is the pilot, who is eligible to apply under the pilot and some FAQs.
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Time limits on study and Academic Progression
What are the time limits on study and what is Academic Progression
Fraud and scams
We are aware that some international students have been specifically targeted by criminals pretending to be from a legitimate organisation (such as UKVI). They telephone students to demand money and claim that, if they are not paid quickly, there will be damaging consequences.
UKVI will never contact you by telephone to ask for money.
See the following for more information and advice about how to protect yourself: UKVI's Fraud, tricks and scams guidance, UKCISA's Frauds and scams page and UKVI Action Fraud Advice (PDF, 132kB).
Contact us
Find out how to contact us.
All international students must read the following important information:
- Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) card
- Police registration - find out if you are required to register, how to register and when you will need to update your certificate
- Student visa essential information
- Working during your studies