From 1 September 2007 all students will need a student entry clearance to enter the United Kingdom for the purpose of study, except those students on a course of study of six months or less who may qualify for leave under the new category of student visitors.
This section explains about students and student visitors. If you have recently graduated you should see the International Graduate Scheme pages.
This page explains if you can come to the United Kingdom as a student or a student visitor to study.
This page explains what papers you need to come to the United Kingdom to study.
This page explains if you are able to extend your stay in the United Kingdom to study.
This page explains that if your permission to enter the United Kingdom to study is refused whether you can appeal against that decision.
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