If you are a non-UK national and you do not have a UK visa that allows you to study or you are an EEA national and do not have pre-settled or settled status, you will need to apply for and obtain a Student visa to study a degree course with us.
If you are coming to study one of our short courses, lasting six months or less, including an academic exchange programme for one semester, then you can usually use the Standard Visitor route to come to the UK.
The University of Brighton is recognised by the Home Office as a Student sponsor with status as a Higher Education Provider (HEP) with a track record of compliance.
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Download our international student sponsorship policy (pdf)
How to obtain sponsorship from the university under the student visa category of the UK’s immigration system, and details about the CAS you'll need if you're applying for a Student visa.
Step-by-step guidance on how to make a student visa application outside of the UK, which includes the information and advice you need to make a successful application.
Step-by-step guidance on how to make a student visa application in the UK, which includes information and advice on whether you can apply in the UK, and if so on how to make a successful application.
For advice on Visitor visa route. If you're coming to study a short course, a period of research of less than six months duration, then the Visitor visa option may be for you.
How to share, update and travel using your evisa.
Information on immigration options for you to work in the UK following the successful completion of your course and how to apply for them.
Advice for non-EEA nationals studying in the UK who wish to travel to Europe for a study trip (eg a field trip) or for tourism purposes.
Information regarding student route visas and right to work as an international student at University of Brighton
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