Study in United Kingdom
One-year master's degrees, globally recognised universities and a fast route to graduate work.
- Tuition / year
- $18,000 – $42,000
- Living cost / year
- $11,000 – $18,000
- Visa complexity
- Moderate
- Scholarships
- Moderate
What you'll need to apply
- Bachelor's with 60%+
- IELTS 6.5 overall
- SOP + 2 LORs
- CAS from university
Popular programs & cities
After you graduate: Graduate Route: 2 years (3 for doctoral graduates).
Your student visa checklist
Valid passport
Document
Valid for the full duration of your course.
University offer letter
Document
Unconditional or confirmed enrolment letter.
Proof of funds
Financial
Tuition plus living costs held for the required period.
Health documents
Health
Medical or tuberculosis screening where required.
Visa application form
Step
Complete and pay the official application fee.
Biometrics appointment
Appointment
Fingerprints and photograph at a visa centre.
Visa interview
Appointment
Where required by the destination country.
CAS statement
Document
Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies from your university.
Immigration Health Surcharge
Financial
Paid as part of the visa application.
Your first month after landing
- 24 hoursReach your accommodation and check in
- 24 hoursMessage family that you have arrived safely
- 24 hoursActivate your local SIM / eSIM
- 24 hoursLocate your university campus and travel route
- 7 daysOpen a student bank account in the UK
- 7 daysComplete university registration / enrolment
- 7 daysCollect your student ID card
- 7 daysSet up a public transport card and understand routes
- 7 daysComplete any local registration required for students
- 7 daysFind nearby grocery and essential stores
- 30 daysRegister for healthcare access
- 30 daysUnderstand local laws, tenancy and safety rules
- 30 daysJoin student societies and community groups
- 30 daysCheck part-time work rules and start a job search
- 30 daysAttend orientation and meet your academic advisor
- 7 daysRegister with a local GP surgery
- 30 daysCollect your BRP or confirm your eVisa status
Costs, visa conditions and work rights change often. Use what's here to plan and compare, then double-check the details against current official sources before you decide.