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1. How do I apply for a Student Visa? |
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If you are overseas student, you should contact the British High Commission or Embassy in your country. If you are in the UK, you may contact the Home Office. You will need to complete an application form and perhaps other documentation. Applications must be made on the appropriate application form. The College will assist you in applying your student visa in the UK. If you need specific advice, contact your local British Council or High Commission. You should also include the documents provided by the college as proof of acceptance/enrolment at Stevens College of Technology & Management (SCTM). |
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2. How do I qualify to come to the United Kingdom to study? |
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You must show that you have been accepted for a FULL-TIME course of study at SCTM. Also, you must be able to pay your tuition fees; accommodate yourself and any dependants without receiving public funds and intend to leave the United Kingdom on completion of your studies. |
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3. Do I need to have an IELTS or a TOEFL English Test? |
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Currently the minimum requirement is: - CEFR level B1
- TOEFL IBT level B1 with minimum Grade required(Listening -13,Reading -8,Writing -17,Speaking -19)
- PTE Academic level B1 with minimum Grade required(Listening -43,Reading -43,Writing -43,Speaking -43)
- IELTS level B1 with minimum Grade required(Listening - 4.0,Reading -4.0,Writing -4.0,Speaking -4.0)
- ILEC level B2
- ICFE level B2
- CPE level C2
- CAE level C1
- BEC Vantage level B2
- BEC Higher level C1
- BEC Preliminary B1
- FCE level B2
- Preliminary English Test level B1
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4. What are the Academic Requirements? |
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Applicants to Stevens College are assessed on an individual case by case basis - provided they have completed their A-Level or equivalent overseas qualifications. We may also consider your work experience in the related fields. Please also check the entry requirements of the course you are interested in. |
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5. Is there any registration/administration fee? |
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Yes. £200 which is non-refundable. |
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6. What accommodation is available? |
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Stevens College has teamed up with local estate agents and residents to provide an affordable accommodation. Accommodation can be arranged temporarily for the first 2 weeks and confirmation of accommodation can be sent for visa application support. You are required to pay at least £300 (£70 non-refundable) as a deposit for this facility. Once you are in the UK, we will help you find the permanent accommodation. |
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7. Do I need Private Medical Insurance? |
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Medical Insurance is not a requirement for the Student Visa in the UK. |
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8. What is the closing date for Applications? |
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Applications may be accepted up to the start of the Academic Year. For those applying from outside the UK, please allow sufficient time for visa processing (check with the British Embassy in your home country for the latest visa processing times). |
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9. Do you offer any preparation programmes? |
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The transition from a foreign country to Stevens College can be highly challenging particularly when those studies take place in English.Stevens College recognises the need for helping international students to make this adjustment. We organise a preparation course in the months prior to the commencement of academic programmes to teach students the special skills they will need to study for any specific course at Stevens College. |
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10. What do I need to know before traveling to the UK? |
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General Information about the UK |
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11. Will my qualifications from Stevens College be recognized internationally? |
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Yes. Most of the certificates are awarded by world recognized bodies e.g. ICM, LCM,IMIS, IAM & BCS etc. |
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12. What are the starting dates of the programme? |
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Generally, the starting dates are January, April, July and September/October of each year. Please check the course you are interested in. |
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13. Will college help me in extension of my visa? |
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Yes. If you have already been studying here you can apply for an extension of stay for further studies in the UK provided you are enrolled on a full-time course with the college. |
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14. May I bring my spouse and children with me? |
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Your spouse and any of your children under 18 may be able to apply to accompany you during your studies provided you can maintain and accommodate them adequately without recourse to public funds. |
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15. Is my spouse allowed to work? |
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Your spouse may be allowed to work if you were granted leave to enter or remain in the United Kingdom for 12 months or more. You must check the terms of your spouse's Visa carefully as this may differ. |
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16. What if I invite any family member or spouse while I am studying at Stevens College? |
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Stevens College provides you full assistance in lodging visa applications and helping the student. We also will assist you if you want to invite some one to your Graduation ceremony. |
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17. How much money do I need to show to the British Embassy/ High-Commission? |
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Applicants must provide evidence that they have sufficient funds to support their stay in the UK, including emergencies, without recourse to the public funds. This must cover the total tuition fee and the living expenses such as accommodation, food, traveling, clothing, etc. Bank statements which clearly identify the holder together with a transaction and details of conversion rates at the approximate date of application are required. |
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18. How much is the estimated Living Expenses? |
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We advise our students that the cost of living for one year is approximately £7,200 per in London as per the UKBA estimation. |
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19. What do I take into consideration when applying for a student visa? |
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Applicants Profile:
- The applicants profile should appear to match the course of studies proposed.
- The applicants prospects of obtaining a visa are enhanced by the submission of verified details of their profile, including family background, history of study, employment in the related fields of the course, fees paid etc.
- If the applicant is in employment the employer must state that all course costs are being met by the employer or a job guarantee letter on completion of the proposed course with a higher pay.
- If the employee is meeting the costs, the employer must state that in the opinion of the employer the employee has the financial resources to meet all such costs the length of leave being granted to the employee and this must not differ from the stated duration of the course on which the Applicant has been accepted the purpose of participation in the proposed course of study the applicants level of pay and the currency its received in.
Consistency within application:
- None of the details within the application or its supporting documentation should be of a conflicting nature. e.g. the proposed length of stay on the application form should not conflict with the verified course acceptance.
- Change of status full details of course duration should be disclosed in the initial application in so far as they are known.
The following details must be supplied to allow the request to be considered and applications that do not supply all the required documents will be refused:
- Itemized details of payment of relevant fees.
- Details of the course of studies proposed Accommodation arrangements
- Evidence of financial self sufficiency.
- A copy of the passport exhibiting the original visa must be lodged.
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20. Do I need to apply via UCAS? |
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No. Please apply directly to us. |
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21. Do I have to pay home or overseas student fees? |
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If you need to apply for a student visa from abroad to study in the UK, you will be categorised as an overseas student and overseas fees will only apply to you for the first year of your study. However, the College has certain fee exemption schemes for students who are already residing in the UK on a student visa or other forms of permanent residency permit to be considered for Home Student status for the purpose of calculating their tuition fees. Please contact the Admissions Department for further detail. |
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