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Student Visa
The UK is home to some of the world's oldest and most prestigious universities. Its shorter degree programs — 3-year undergraduate and 1-year master's — make it a cost-effective route to a high-quality education.
Student Visa
Visa Type
Student Visa (formerly Tier 4)
Requirements
- •CAS number from your institution
- •English proficiency (IELTS etc.)
- •Financial proof (course + 9 months living costs)
- •Visa fee (£490)
- •Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) £776/year
Duration
Duration of course + up to 2 months
Cost
Visa fee £490 + IHS £776/year
Cost Overview
Annual Tuition
£15,000 – £38,000
Monthly Living Cost
£1,200/月
Popular Cities
- London
- Edinburgh
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- Oxford / Cambridge
Popular Universities
- University of Oxford
- University of Cambridge
- Imperial College London
- University College London (UCL)
- University of Edinburgh
Study Tips
- 1.Master's degrees take only 1 year (vs. 2 years in Japan or the US)
- 2.Graduate Route visa allows 2 years of work after graduation
- 3.London is one of the most expensive cities in Europe
- 4.IHS payers get access to the NHS for free healthcare
Info for Japanese Students
London has one of the largest Japanese communities in Europe, with Japanese businesses, schools, and cultural organizations widely present.
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