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UK General Student Visa: Process, Intakes & Top Universities in 2024

You can study in the Education Capital of the world with the UK Student Visa.

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Every year, the UK is welcoming, almost 460,000 international students! The leading education system and a great range of education degrees make the country the most happening for the students to study in.

 
 
 
 
 

What is the Intake for Courses in the UK?

Below find the table stating the top 10 subject areas chosen by the International Students in 2017-2018.

 
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The September Intake or the Autumn Intake is the main admission period for students. During this time, most universities have maximum available seats and offer scholarships to deserving candidates.

 

Top 10 UK Institutions for International Students in 2024?

Here’s a table illustrating the top 10 UK Institutions recruiting International Students in 2019-2020

 

 

QS World University Rankings

QS World RankingUniversity Name
5University of Oxford
6University of Cambridge
8Imperial College London
10UCL
18The University of Edinburgh
29The University of Manchester
31King’s College London
38London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
51University of Bristol
54The University of Warwick

What Documents are Required for a UK Student Visa?

The list of documents you need to submit are:

  • Your valid passport
  • Latest Bank statement stating that you have enough funds to support your stay during your course
  • Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
  • Your passport size color photographs
  • If required, need to screen a tuberculosis test
  • Your profile assessment document
  • Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS), Clearance Certificate (if required)
  • Additional documents are required if you are under the age of 18 or have dependents accompanying

Top Study Courses in the UK





 

Top 10 Subject Areas Chosen by International Students

SubjectNo. of Students Chosen the Subject Area
Business & Administrative Studies126,955
Engineering and Technology52,635
Social Studies42,785
Creative Arts and Design32,455
Biological Sciences26,995
Law23,185
Computer Science22,100
Subjects Allied to Medicine21,720
Languages19,280
Physical Sciences16,170

 

 

How to Apply for a UK Student Visa in 5 Steps?

To obtain a UK Student Visa, you are needed to follow a step-by-step process. Usually, the UK student visas are processed within a time span of three weeks from the application lodge.

Step 1: Check your eligibility

You provide a “confirmation of acceptance for studies”(CAS). Also, you need to prove your financial status, i.e., your maintenance or funds for covering your course fees, tuition fees, and living costs.

Submission of all required documents is mandatory. Hence, be sure while gathering all documents.

Get registered on the official UK Visa website and create an account. Then, complete your online application form and take a print for signing on them. Make use of the online appointment calendar and fix an appointment at the visa center. 

You can make your payments in four ways, i.e., through Payment at Standard Chartered Bank, Demand draft from a nationalized or foreign bank or payment at the visa application center, or by paying online.

Do not fail to visit the visa application center on your appointment date. Submit your application now by submitting the required documents, photographs, and fingerprints.

Costs Involved for a UK Student Visa?

The fee requirement for the Tier 4 General Visa is £348. And, if any dependents are added, you need to pay £348 per person (any dependent)





 

Average Tuition Fees by Study Program

Study ProgramAverage Tuition Fee in GBP (£)
Undergraduate Bachelor Degree£6,000 to £16,000 yearly
Postgraduate Master’s Degree£10,000 to £20,000 yearly
Doctoral Degree£13,000 to £29,000 yearly

 

 

You can make the payment for the Tier 4 visa by the following methods of payments:

  • Online by using a Visa Card or MasterCard
  • Demand Draft
  • Paying cash at the Visa Application Center

 

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Other Important FAQs

1. What are the Top Ten non-EU sending countries?
The below table shows the yearly data on the number of non-EU students migrating to the UK:     International Student Numbers by Country

International Student Numbers by Country

Country 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2018-19
China 87,895 89,540 91,215 95,090 120,385
India 19,750 18,320 16,745 16,550 26,685
United States of America 16,485 16,215 17,115 17,580 20,120
Hong Kong 14,725 16,215 16,745 16,680 16,135
Malaysia 16,635 17,060 17,405 16,370 13,835
Nigeria 18,020 17,930 16,100 12,665 10,540
Saudi Arabia 9,060 8,595 8,570 8,065 7,950
Singapore 6,790 7,295 7,540 7,300 7,020
Thailand 6,340 6,240 6,095 6,175 6,270
Canada 6,350 6,075 5,980 5,915 6,180

To obtain a student visa first, you need to choose the visa type as per your eligibility and needs. The Government of the UK is popularly known for providing better opportunities for Indian students to study and work. 

Yes, a UK Student Visa can be extended. It is possible if you are in the UK, meet the required eligibility requirements, and have a sponsor for your sponsorship.

Eligibility requirements for the sponsor

In order to meet the eligibility of visa extension, your sponsor would be a:

  • A Higher Education Institute (HEI)
  • An embedded college offering various courses
  • An overseas HEI
  • An independent school

Yes, a UK Student Visa can be extended. It is possible if you are in the UK, meet the required eligibility requirements, and have a sponsor for your sponsorship.

Eligibility requirements for the sponsor

In order to meet the eligibility of visa extension, your sponsor would be a:

  • A Higher Education Institute (HEI)
  • An embedded college offering various courses
  • An overseas HEI
  • An independent school