Study in United Kingdom
One-year master's degrees and a two-year Graduate Route
- Language of study
- English
- Typical intakes
- September · January
- Student visa
- Student route (formerly Tier 4)
- Part-time work
- 20 hrs/week during term
Why United Kingdom
The UK compresses a master's into twelve months and follows it with a two-year Graduate Route visa — the fastest path from starting a degree to working abroad among our destinations.
12-month master's
One year of tuition and living costs instead of two.
Graduate Route
Two years to work or look for work after graduating.
Global recognition
Degrees recognised by employers worldwide.
What It Costs
Tuition
GBP 12,000–22,000 / year
Merit scholarships of 10–50% exist but need a separate application.
Living
GBP 1,000–1,400 / month
London requires a higher maintenance amount.
Proof of funds
Tuition + 9 months maintenance
Must be held 28 consecutive days before filing.
Figures are indicative ranges for planning. Exact amounts depend on the university, city, and the intake you apply for.
Entry Requirements
- ✓Bachelor's degree for master's entry (2:2 equivalent or better)
- ✓IELTS for UKVI 6.0–6.5 with component minimums
- ✓CAS from the university
- ✓28-day maintenance funds evidence
- ✓TB test certificate
- ✓Academic Technology Approval Scheme clearance for some subjects
Intakes & Deadlines
September intake
Apply Jan–JunMain intake with the widest program list.
January intake
Apply Aug–OctAvailable at many but not all universities.
Visa & Work Rights
Visa type
Student route visa
Processing time
3–6 weeks (priority service faster)
Work rights
20 hrs/week during term, full-time in vacations
Watch out: The 28-day rule on maintenance funds is the single most common avoidable refusal. We check dates before filing.
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