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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

ManagementFinancePublic HealthAI & RoboticsLondonManchesterEdinburghBirminghamGlasgow

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.