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Applying for a Student visa from overseas
If you're applying for a course that's longer than six months, discover how to apply for a Student visa from overseas. We'll take you through the documents you need to prepare and what you need to do after receiving an offer of a place.
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Extending your Student visa in the UK
If you're already in the UK and have a Student visa, you may be able to extend it from within the UK. This could be to progress to a higher level of study, transfer to a longer course, or because you need additional time to complete your current course.
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Applying for a Standard Visitor visa
If you'll be studying in Liverpool for six months or less, a Standard Visitor visa could enable you to join us for a short period of study, such as a semester studying abroad. Your friends or family may also need Standard Visitor visas to come and see you in Liverpool.
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Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)
If you've applied to study with us and accepted an offer of a place, you'll need to obtain a CAS statement before you can apply for a Student visa.
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Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)
If you've applied to study certain areas of science, engineering or technology, you may need to obtain an ATAS certificate before you can apply for a Student visa.