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Study in the UK
Why study in the UK?
The UK is a common choice for study abroad, with a wide range of universities and courses.
UK universities range from long-established ones, such as Oxford and Cambridge, to newer institutions. Each sets its own entry requirements and fees.
The UK Standards for Student Visa
These are the kinds of visas and what each one needs:
| Type of student visa | Who it’s for | When to apply |
|---|---|---|
| Student visa | Students aged 16 or over who have an unconditional offer from a licensed student sponsor and a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) | Up to 6 months before your course starts |
For short courses, check GOV.UK for the right visa. Source: GOV.UK Student visa, accessed 18 Oct 2026.
Not sure if your marks are enough? See our guide to the percentage required to study abroad.
Studied under the Karnataka board? Read about Karnataka SSLC and UK entry.
Cost of programme
| S.No. | Type of expense | Amount (GBP) |
| 1 | Tuition fees for the first year | Set by each university and shown on your CAS |
| 2 | Living costs you must show for the Student visa | £1,529 a month in London or £1,171 a month outside London, for up to 9 months |
| 3 | Student visa application fee (applying from outside the UK) | £558 |
| 4 | Immigration Health Surcharge | £776 a year |
| 5 | Airfare | Varies |
Source: GOV.UK Student visa and healthcare surcharge pages, accessed 18 Oct 2026. Fees can change, so check GOV.UK before you apply.
Why choose the UK to study?
The UK has a long history of higher education and offers many courses taught in English.
Degrees in the United Kingdom
Degree subjects offered by UK universities include:
- MBA
- Master’s in finance
- LLM
- Executive MBA
- PhD
For more ideas, see our guide to popular undergraduate courses in the UK.
Top Universities in the UK
UK universities include:
- University of Oxford
- University of Cambridge
- Imperial College London
- University College London
- The University of Edinburgh
Applying to Nottingham? Read about the University of Nottingham application fee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You must show £1,529 a month if you study in London, or £1,171 a month outside London, for up to 9 months (about ₹1,93,600 or ₹1,48,300 a month, approx., ECB rate of 16 Oct 2026). Add your first-year course fees. You must have held the money for at least 28 days in a row. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
The visa fee is £558 per person when you apply from outside the UK (about ₹70,700, approx., ECB rate of 16 Oct 2026). You also pay the Immigration Health Surcharge of £776 for each year of your visa. Indian applicants coming for 6 months or more also need a TB test. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
Possibly. For degree-level study you need English at CEFR level B2. You can prove it with an approved English test, a degree taught in English, or an assessment by your university, which may ask you to take a different test. Check your university's own English requirements on its course page. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
On a full-time degree-level course you can usually work up to 20 hours a week in term time and full-time outside term time. You cannot be self-employed. Below degree level the limit is 10 hours a week. Your exact conditions are set by your visa. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
The Graduate visa lasts 2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026, and 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027. PhD graduates get 3 years. You must apply from inside the UK before your Student visa expires, and it cannot be extended. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
You can apply up to 6 months before your course starts, once your university has given you a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). From outside the UK, you usually get a decision within 3 weeks. For a course over 6 months, you can arrive up to 1 month before it starts. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
Usually not if you study a taught master's. Dependants are allowed only for full-time postgraduate PhD, other doctorate or research-based higher degree courses lasting 9 months or longer, or for government-sponsored students on courses longer than 6 months. Check the rules for your course before you plan. Source: GOV.UK, checked 18 Oct 2026.
