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Studying in
the UK.
As you’ll be joining us from overseas, we’ll support you before
you even arrive, with dedicated assistance for visa enquiries,
accommodation and finance queries.
Visas
If you are an international student you will need
a visa that allows you to study in the UK. Most
students apply for a General Student Visa (Tier 4
visa under the Points Based System - PBS). Under
the PBS, you must be sponsored by an institution
such as BPP University, which is registered with
UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI - formerly UKBA)
as a Highly Trusted Sponsor. Students who hold
a Tier 4 visa cannot normally switch to another
institution without first applying for a new visa.
There are other visa types, for example a Dependent
Visa and Post Study Work Visa, which will also
allow you to study in the UK.

However, we acknowledge that some students
might want to work while completing their
programme, either to learn new skills or help
pay for their living expenses. During term time,
full-time international students on a programme
at undergraduate or postgraduate degree level can
work up to 20 hours per week, or 10 hours per
week if you are on a programme below degree level.
You can work full-time during vacation periods.
Always check the endorsement on your visa and
consult with your BPP University personal tutor
before accepting any type of employment in the UK.

If you are already in the UK and hold a visa, our
International Admissions team will advise you if
your status will allow you to study with us or if you
are required to apply for a new Tier 4 visa.

If you are a student in the UK and registered for
a programme that lasts longer than six months,
you can receive medical care, including hospital
treatment, from the UK’s National Health Service
(NHS). Much of this is free, but there are charges
for prescription items, and you will normally have
to pay for dental and optical treatment.

Working during your studies
Studying full-time in a foreign country is a big
commitment and you must devote enough
time to your classes, seminars, coursework and
examinations to ensure you succeed in your
chosen programme.
At BPP University we want you to graduate as a
highly-regarded future professional. So, whilst
you can work when you study with us, it is not
recommended as we do not want your education
to suffer.

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Health insurance

It is important to note that all students must have
suitable insurance that will cover the costs of having
to return home in an emergency or if you have an
accident in the UK –“emergency repatriation”.

Other insurance
In addition to insurance that covers some or all
aspects of health care, you must have insurance that
covers your travel to the UK and accommodation
(including coverage for your property) while you
are here.
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