Enhance Your Abilities with Wilor Academy

The Short-Term Study Skills Visa offers international students an opportunity to study in the UK for up to 11 (eleven) months. This visa is ideal for those wishing to enhance their expertise or develop new skills in a focused area of study.

Wilor Academy’s Programme Offerings

Our short-term programmes offer a blend of interactive classroom sessions and hands-on experiences, providing students with a dynamic learning environment:

• Guidance from Experts: The courses are taught by experienced professionals who are enthusiastic about their fields and committed to helping students achieve their goals.
• Well-Rounded Curriculum: Each course delivers in-depth knowledge and practical skills, giving students a well-rounded educational experience.

Why Choose Wilor Academy?

Wilor Academy supports international students through various short-term programmes designed to meet the UK educational standards:

• Approved Courses: Our wide range of approved programmes from reputable accrediting and awarding bodies guarantee a high-quality education.
• Supportive Learning Environment: Our institution is committed to nurturing students academic achievements and personal development.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Short-Term Study Skills Visa, applicants need to:

1. Be Admitted to a UK Institution: Students must be accepted into a UK institution that is government approved.
2. Show Financial Stability: Students must demonstrate sufficient funds to cover their stay in the UK.
3. Non-Employment Condition: Students should not intend to work while in the UK.

 Learn More

To learn more about the Short-term Study Skills Visa and explore our programme offerings, please visit the official UK government page (https://www.gov.uk/visa-to-study-english)  on applying for an English study visa. Wilor is dedicated to helping you reach your educational aspirations and build valuable skills with our short-term study programmes. Join us to advance your academic and professional journey!

Information about Short-Term Study Skills Visa

Overview

You can apply for a Short-term study visa to study English language in the UK.

This visa is for English language courses lasting longer than 6 months and up to 11 months.

If your course is different to this, check which visa you need.

How long you can stay

You can stay in the UK for the length of your course plus an extra 30 days as long as your stay is no longer than 11 months.

Fees and costs

It costs £200 for a Short-term study visa.

Healthcare surcharge

You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your online application. It usually costs £776.

This is so you can use the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK.

Check how much you’ll need to pay before you apply.

What you cannot do

You cannot:

• study on any other course or change your course while in the UK
• study at a state-funded school
• work or carry out any business (this includes paid or unpaid work, work experience or work placements)
• extend this visa
• bring family members (‘dependants’) with you on this visa
• apply for most benefits (public funds) or the State Pension

Who can apply

Wilor Academy applicant must be aged 18 or over.

You must prove that:

• you’ve been accepted onto an English language course that lasts longer than 6 months and up to 11 months and includes no other subjects
• your course is with an accredited institution
• you have enough money to support yourself without working or help from public funds, or that relatives and friends can support and house you
• you can pay for your return or onward journey

Your course

Your English language course must be provided by an ‘accredited institution’.

• an accredited UK institution

Documents you’ll need

When you apply you must provide:

• a current passport (with a blank page for your visa) or other valid travel document
• evidence that you can support yourself during your trip, for example bank statements or payslips for the last 6 months
• details of where you intend to stay and your travel plans – you should not pay for accommodation or travel until you get your visa
• evidence that you’ve paid your course fees or have enough money to pay them

You also need to provide:

• your tuberculosis (TB) test results, if you’re from a country where you have to take the TB test
• a certified translation if any documents are not in English or Welsh

Documents about your course

You must provide written proof of the course you’re studying. For example, a letter of acceptance from the educational institution stating the course’s name, duration and cost (including accommodation).

You may need to provide additional documents depending on your circumstances, such as evidence of your:

• permission to be in the country you’re applying from (if you’re not a national)
• financial sponsor’s occupation, income, savings or funds that will support your studies