Graduate Route
The graduate immigration route provides those who have completed their higher education course at a UK institution with the opportunity to stay and work, or look for work in the UK, immediately following graduation.
If you are interested in studying in the UK, Latitude Law specialises in providing legal advice to migrants. Our lawyers have in-depth knowledge on all aspects of the student or short-term visa options for students and can help you successfully apply to study in the UK.
To apply to study in the UK, you may need to apply for a Student visa through the government’s Points Based System. There are numerous types of Student visa that you can apply for depending on your age and how long you plan on studying for in the UK.
For students who are 16 or over, you can apply for a General Student visa. To qualify, you require the following:
If your application is successful, you’ll be eligible to arrive in the UK one month before your course commences, providing the duration is longer than 6 months.
For children aged between 4 and 17 years old, a parent or guardian can apply for a Child Student visa on their behalf. To qualify for this type of visa, the child must have a place at an educational establishment with a sponsor licence.
Furthermore, it is required that the parent can demonstrate they have sufficient funds to pay the outstanding course fees for one academic year and support their child’s living costs in the UK.
If you have a place on a short course of study, such as an English language training course, you can apply for a Short-Term Study visa which is valid for up to 11 months. Your course provider must be an accredited institution and you will need to provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to pay your course fees, maintain and accommodate yourself during your time in the UK.
There are several options to consider if wishing to remain in the UK beyond graduation:
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The expert solicitors at Latitude Law can provide expert advice on all aspects of all types of Student visa applications and options for remaining in the UK post-graduation. We can provide detailed guidance about the requirements or prepare the entire application alongside a detailed representation document explaining how the relevant rules are met. Our experts can also provide assistance in applications to switch to a Student visa from another category or apply for further leave.
Latitude Law has significant experience of preparing successful Student visa applications. Thanks to our extensive knowledge of the Immigration Rules, we are able to provide pragmatic advice and meet our clients’ needs; we can advise you with confidence and ensure the entire immigration procedure runs smoothly and efficiently for you.
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As a boutique law firm specialising in UK-inbound immigration, our experts understand the complexity and uncertainty that constantly shifting visa and residence policies create for students and those looking to live and work here in the UK after graduation. Our lawyers can provide up-to-the-minute legal advice on how any changes will impact your application.
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As there are various student routes available to study in the UK, you should seek specialist advice from an immigration solicitor before you proceed with an application. Latitude Law’s specialist lawyers can advise you about your individual requirements and ensure that your supporting documentation is compliant with the very latest immigration rules.
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The graduate immigration route provides those who have completed their higher education course at a UK institution with the opportunity to stay and work, or look for work in the UK, immediately following graduation.
The Child Student visa is available to 4-17 year-olds who wish to study at an independent school in the UK. The intended course of study must meet various requirements, and the applicant may also need to satisfy financial provisions. Consent from the applicant’s parent or guardian will also need to be provided.
The Short Term study visa is for those aged 16 and above who wish to come to the UK for a period of between six and eleven months to study the English language.
