Please note that this page contains information for new students only. Any current students wishing to discuss visa changes or extensions should contact the Dean of Students International Support Advisory Team.
The following sections on this page are designed to provide information on the visa system and what you need to know in order to make an application to the UK Border Agency.
In order to ensure you have the most up to date information please visit the UK Border Agency (UKBA) website. The procedures you need to follow vary depending on which country you are applying from, so please ensure you check the UKBA website before submitting your application.
What is the Point Based System?
What is a CAS and how do I get one?
How do I apply for my student visa?
How do I obtain a joint CAS?
How much money do I need?
What if I have already paid some of my course/accommodation fees to my institution?
What financial documents should I include?
Loan letters
Sponsorship letters
Visa interviews
What is an ATAS certificate and do I need one?
What about if I am a study abroad / exchange student coming to the UK to study for less than 6 months?
What do I do if my visa is rejected?
Payment instructions
Student visitors
The following sections on this page are designed to provide information on the visa system and what you need to know in order to make an application to the UK Border Agency.
In order to ensure you have the most up to date information please visit the UK Border Agency (UKBA) website. The procedures you need to follow vary depending on which country you are applying from, so please ensure you check the UKBA website before submitting your application.
What is the Point Based System?
What is a CAS and how do I get one?
How do I apply for my student visa?
How do I obtain a joint CAS?
How much money do I need?
What if I have already paid some of my course/accommodation fees to my institution?
What financial documents should I include?
Loan letters
Sponsorship letters
Visa interviews
What is an ATAS certificate and do I need one?
What about if I am a study abroad / exchange student coming to the UK to study for less than 6 months?
What do I do if my visa is rejected?
Payment instructions
Student visitors
