If you're an Indian student
planning to study
in the UK, you'll need to apply
for a student visa. There
are different types of student visas available depending on the duration and
level of study. Here are the main types of student visas for Indian students in
the UK:
•
Tier
4 (General) Student
Visa
The
Tier 4 (General) Student Visa is the most common type of student visa for
Indian students in the UK. It allows you to study a full-time course at a UK
institution for a duration of up to 5 years. To be eligible for this visa, you
must have an offer of acceptance from a UK institution that is on the UK's Register of Licensed Sponsors, and you must meet the financial, English language, and other
requirements.
•
Short-Term Study
Visa
The Short-Term Study Visa is designed for Indian students
who wish to study a short
course in the UK, such as a language course or a short-term exchange
program. This visa allows you
to stay in the UK for a maximum of 6 months (11 months for English language
courses), and you cannot extend your stay or work in the UK.
•
Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa
The Tier 4 (Child)
Student Visa is for Indian
students aged 4 to 17 years who wish to study
at a UK institution. This visa allows you to study a full-time course for a duration of up to 6 years, and you must have an offer of acceptance from a UK institution that is on the UK's Register of Licensed
Sponsors.
•
Tier
4 (Doctorate Extension
Scheme) Visa
The
Tier 4 (Doctorate Extension Scheme) Visa is for Indian students who have
completed a PhD or other eligible doctorate-level qualification in the UK. This
visa allows you to stay in the UK for an additional 12 months to work, look for work, or set up a business.
Overall, Indian
students planning to study in the UK have a range of visa options
available, including the Tier 4 (General) Student Visa, Short-Term Study
Visa, Tier 4 (Child) Student Visa, and Tier 4 (Doctorate Extension Scheme)
Visa. It's important to carefully review the requirements and select the appropriate visa based on your course
of study and duration
of stay.
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