how we can help

The Advice Centre offers advice and guidance to those who wish to Extend their Leave to Remain in the UK as a student.  We can also provide basic information regarding working in the UK after your studies.
 
If you have immigration enquiries not related to Student Extensions or Working after your studies we would recommend you to contact the University's Student Support Office via their Online Immigration Enquiries form
 
All the immigration advice we offer is by appointment only.  Please feel free to contact us to book an appointment.

extending your student visa

The Advice Centre operates the Home Office Student Batch Scheme for students wishing to extend their leave to remain as a student.

Please ensure you are aware of your visa expiry date and you start planning your application in advance of the date.  It is essential that you make an application before your visa expiry date; if you make a late application you will become an overstayer which can have serious consequences.

To extend your immigration permission as a student you will need to use the Tier4(G) form.  The form should be downloaded and printed from the UKBA website along with the relevant guidance information.
 
In order to help you with your application, we have created a factsheet to give you some general information about Tier 4 and what to start thinking about.  We have also produced a 'Guide to Completing your Tier 4 Form'.  The guide is intended to help you find the relevant information that you need to fill out your form.  Please be aware, the guide may not be exhaustive and you should always refer to the UKBA Immigration Rules, Policy Guidance and Help Text if you are unsure of anything.
 
Further information and help can be found on the UKCISA website:
 'Making a student immigration application in the UK' Information sheet
 

working in the UK AFTER your studies

The Advice Centre can offer basic information about the options available to you if you wish to work in the UK after your studies.
 
For further information on the options available please see the UKCISA website
 
Please be aware we are unable to check application forms to extend your visa to work in the UK, however, we can provide contact details for immigration services (such as an immigration solicitor) where you can get further advice and assistance.