United Kingdom

Study in UK

Turn world-class learning into your next global chapter.

Explore a wide choice of universities, career-focused courses and internationally recognised qualifications across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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TYPICAL INTAKESSeptember | January | selected spring
STUDY LEVELSFoundation to PhD
TEACHING LANGUAGEEnglish
APPLICATION ROUTEUCAS or direct, depending on level
WHY UK

Why study in UK?

Start with the academic experience, then test the destination against your personal profile, budget and long-term direction.

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Wide course choice

Compare programmes across a broad range of universities, specialist schools and locations.

02

Focused study routes

Many programmes are designed around clear academic and professional outcomes.

03

Research and industry

Discover courses shaped by research, professional practice and employer engagement.

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International student life

Study in diverse cities with active university communities and support services.

VISA & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

UK Student Visa
requirements at a glance.

Plan your application with the latest core requirements in one place. Final eligibility, costs and evidence always depend on your individual circumstances and the conditions shown on your CAS.

STUDENT ROUTEA clear route from offer to visa

Secure an unconditional offer, receive your CAS, prepare compliant evidence and submit your Student visa application within the permitted window.

Visa typeUK Student Visa (Student Route)
Visa fee£558 per applicant
IHS surcharge£776 per year for students
English evidenceLevel and accepted evidence depend on the course, sponsor and visa rules
Funds — London£1,529 per month, up to 9 months (£13,761), normally held for 28 days
Funds — outside London£1,171 per month, up to 9 months (£10,539), normally held for 28 days
Tuition feesFirst academic year shown on the CAS, less eligible fees already paid
Work rightsUsually up to 20 hours per week in term time for eligible degree-level study
Graduate Route18 months for most eligible applications from 1 Jan 2027; 3 years for PhD graduates
TB testRequired where applicable; Pakistani applicants normally use a Home Office-approved clinic
Application timingApply up to 6 months before the course; decisions outside the UK are usually within 3 weeks
Important:Visa fees, maintenance figures, work conditions and immigration rules can change. Always confirm the current GOV.UK requirements before submitting an application.
POPULAR STUDY AREAS

Find a field that moves your future forward.

Course availability and entry criteria vary by institution. SAG can help you compare options that fit your previous studies and career direction.

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Business & ManagementComputing & DataEngineeringHealth & Life SciencesLaw & Social SciencesCreative Arts & Media
STUDY PATHWAYS

Choose the right academic level.

Foundation or pathway

Build subject knowledge, academic skills or language readiness before progressing.

Undergraduate study

Choose a bachelor-level route aligned with your previous education and career direction.

Postgraduate study

Develop specialist knowledge through taught, professional or research-led programmes.

Doctoral research

Explore supervisor, proposal and research-fit requirements for advanced study.

LEADING UK UNIVERSITIES

Explore globally recognised institutions.

Discover a selection of renowned UK universities. Your best-fit choice should be based on course content, entry requirements, budget and career direction.

University logos are shown for identification and exploration only; inclusion does not imply a formal partnership.

STUDY LOCATIONS

Explore different student environments.

London

Global city with a vast range of institutions and industries.

Manchester

Large student community with business, science and creative strengths.

Birmingham

Central location with diverse universities and career sectors.

Glasgow

Major Scottish study city known for culture, research and student life.

Edinburgh

A historic capital combining leading research, festivals and international student life.

Leeds

A lively and well-connected student city with strong business and creative sectors.

Bristol

A vibrant south-west hub known for innovation, engineering and creative culture.

Cardiff

Wales’ welcoming capital with respected universities and a compact student-friendly centre.

FAMILY & DEPENDANTS

Bringing family to the United Kingdom?

Most students cannot bring dependants. Eligibility is generally limited to qualifying postgraduate research students and certain government-sponsored students.

YOUR ROUTE

Research postgraduate or eligible government-sponsored study

For courses starting on or after 1 January 2024, a postgraduate course normally needs to be a PhD, doctorate or research-based higher degree to qualify, unless the government-sponsored exception applies.

WHO MAY QUALIFY

Partner and children

A husband, wife, civil partner, qualifying unmarried partner, and eligible children under 18.

WHO USUALLY CANNOT

Taught-course students

Undergraduate and most taught master’s students cannot normally bring new dependants under the Student route.

MAINTENANCE FUNDS

£845 London / £680 elsewhere

Required per dependant, per month, for up to 9 months, in addition to the student’s funds.

APPLICATION COSTS

Visa fee + health surcharge

Each dependant pays the £558 visa fee and the applicable £776-per-year student-rate IHS based on visa length.

PARTNER WORK RIGHTS

Work is usually permitted

Eligible adult dependants can normally work, with restrictions including professional sport; always check visa conditions.

RESEARCH CLASSIFICATION

Verify before applying

An MRes title alone does not guarantee eligibility. Ask the university to confirm the research classification shown for immigration purposes.

Before paying any feeAsk the university and your counsellor to verify dependant eligibility against the CAS, course level and current immigration rules.Check My Family Eligibility →
UK FAQs

Questions before you start?

Your exact route depends on your qualification, chosen course, institution and intake.

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What intakes are commonly available in UK?

Typical planning options include September | January | selected spring. Not every programme is offered in every intake, so check the exact course calendar.

How do I apply to institutions in UK?

The common route is UCAS or direct, depending on level. SAG can help you follow the correct process for your study level and selected institution.

Which English or language test will I need?

Accepted tests and minimum scores vary by course and institution. Some programmes may also have local-language requirements, so confirm the programme page before applying.

Can I apply with a study gap?

A gap does not have one universal outcome. Your academic history, work or personal activities, course relevance and explanation should be reviewed together.

Can SAG help with the complete process?

Yes. SAG can support profile review, country and course shortlisting, applications, document preparation, interview guidance and pre-departure planning.

START YOUR UK JOURNEY

Your UK study plan.
Built around you.

Get a focused profile assessment, a realistic university shortlist and step-by-step support—from your first decision to your visa file.

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