Course Change Frequently Asked Questions

Leave of Absence

How does Leave of Absence affect my Visa status?

I need to take a Leave of Absence. How long can I stay in the UK while I am not actually studying?

Transferring

I am transferring to the University of Sheffield from a course at a different University – do I need a new visa?

New Course

My visa doesn’t expire until next year. I am starting a new course in a couple of months. Do I need to apply for a new visa?

I have withdrawn from a course but intend to start a new course. Can I stay in the UK whilst I wait for the new course to start?

What is ATAS?

I am here at the University on a visitor’s visa because my course is less than 6 months in duration. I am going to be starting another course when this one finishes and need to change from a visitor’s visa to a student visa - how do I do this?

Post Study Work

How do I switch from a Post Study Work visa to a Student Visa?