Whether or not you require a visa to come to the UK to undertake a course of study at the BISC will depend upon:
- your nationality in the first instance
- the duration of the course you intend to study.
Non European Economic Area (EEA) National
You do need a visa to study at the BISC if you are a national from a country outside the EEA or Switzerland. The type of visa you will need depends upon how long your study period is.
Study periods of 6 months or less
This visa is only suitable for Upper Year students studying for a single semester and/or in a Summer program. This visa prohibits you from:
- working (paid or unpaid)
- extending your visa in any category from within the UK
- bringing your dependents
How to apply for a Short-term Study Visa
Study periods of more than 6 months
You will need a Tier 4 (General) Student visa. This visa is the only option for First Year students and Upper Year students studying for both Fall and Winter semesters.
European Economic Area (EEA)/Swiss National
You do not need a visa to study in the UK if you are a national of the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland. You will need an EEA national/Swiss passport or ID card to enter the UK. You may need a:- European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) should you require medical treatment during your studies You will need to apply for this in your home country before you come to the UK
- Work permit - most EEA nationals can work without restriction in the UK, however you may need to register your work or be subject to the Worker Authorisation Scheme depending on your nationality.
