Student

The Student route is a points-based route available to people aged 16 or over who intend to study in the UK. The Immigration Rules and guidance relating to students are some of the most complex in the UK immigration system.

Only the following types of course can be offered to a Student applicant:

1. •

   full-time course at degree level or above leading to an approved qualification

2. •

   full-time course below degree level leading to an approved qualification, involving a minimum of 15 hours a week of organised daytime study (8 am to 6 pm, Monday to Friday)

3. •

   full-time pre-sessional course involving a minimum of 15 hours of classroom-based daytime study

4. •

   part-time course leading to an approved qualification above degree level sponsored by a higher education provider with a track