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UK’s Graduate Immigration Route (GIR) & Its Impact on Study in UK Aspirants Gone are the days when foreign students studying in the UK had to return to their homeland just after the completion of their course. The UK government introduced the Graduate Immigration Route (GIR) in 2019 which allows international students to enjoy an extended stay of 2 years after studying in the UK. This route will be implemented in the summer of 2021 and any overseas student who graduates in the UK in & after 2021 will be eligible for it.  With the introduction of this new policy, a new set of speculations have arisen, especially as to what impact will it have on the international students aspiring to get higher education in the UK.  What is the Graduate Immigration Route (GIR)? Graduate Immigration Route (GIR) is a new immigration route that will enable international graduates to stay in the UK for 2 years post-study. In this period, students can work (in any sector or at any level) or ...

PRE-CAS INTERVIEW GUIDE A GUIDE ON WHAT TO EXPECT AND HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR PRE-CAS INTERVIEW "WHY AM I HAVING AN INTERVIEW?" UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) conduct credibility interviews for Tier 4 (General) student applicants before granting them immigration permission to study in the UK. The purpose of the interview is to ascertain that your intention to study in the UK is genuine. The interview will be conducted in English, and therefore your English language ability will also be assessed. The interview will normally take place after you have enrolled your bio-metrics. It is generally undertaken through a video link and is approximately 10-15 mins long. UKVI will send a summary of your interview along with your documents to an Entry Clearance Officer who will take your answers in to account when making a decision on your Tier 4 application. They may also want to undertake a second, more detailed, interview if they require further clarification. Please double check cont...

How to open a student bank account in the UK Before you start university in the UK, you’re going to need to open a bank account – even if you’re an international student. So here’s everything you need to know… Types of accounts Most banks actively target students in the hope that once you’ve graduated and start making money, you’ll stick with them. And with so many options on offer, figuring out which account best suits your needs can be tricky. First things first: what are the different accounts available? Student accounts Student bank accounts are designed for those in higher education. While they are mostly similar to normal current accounts, they also come with added perks like interest-free overdrafts. Overdrafts are basically where a bank lets you spend more money than you have, up to a set amount. When your overdraft is interest-free, it means you aren’t charged anything when you use it. Just be careful, because some time after you graduate this ...

5 ways to save money on renting Living away from home is one of the best parts of uni, but it comes at a price (literally!). Ease the burden by checking out our top tips to save money on rent. Rent represents by far the biggest expenditure for students. In fact, our  National Student Money Survey   found that it accounts for over 50% of a student's monthly spend. As there are sadly no voucher codes or deals when it comes to housing, rent can be a particularly tricky area to save money on. But, don't lose the faith – we've used our money-saving expertise to come up with a whole host of ways to get an affordable rental property. How to save money on rent These are the best ways to cut the cost of your monthly rent: Live with multiple housemates When you're living with other people, your rent doesn't just cover your use of a room – it accounts for the fact that you'll be using the bathroom and kitchen, as well as any other shared liv...