Ranking: QS World University Rankings 2027 (a branch campus shows its parent university). Fees: the lowest yearly undergraduate tuition each place publishes for international students, checked October 2026; other currencies are turned into pounds at rough rates, only to compare. Courses differ, so an adviser always confirms the fee for yours.
Non-EU students apply to the university first, then pre-enrol on Universitaly for the visa. Universities usually close visa applicants’ applications around June.
The usual latest dates for students who need a visa. Some courses close earlier when they fill: an adviser confirms the date for yours.
The visa
Study visa (type D)
Pre-enrolment on Universitaly does not guarantee a visa appointment, so book as soon as it is approved.
1
Get your offer
Apply to your course and meet any conditions. We chase the decision with you.
2
Show your funds
Tuition and living costs, held the way the rules ask, for long enough.
3
Apply for the study visa (type D)
About 12 weeks before your course starts.
4
Arrive and enrol
Accommodation, travel and your first week: we help you plan it.