You will need to apply for one of the three visas below:

1) Student Visitors

You should apply for this visa if:

• You are over 18 years
• You wish to take a short course of study lasting less than 6 months.
• You do not wish to work during your stay
• You will not need to extend your stay in the UK.
• Your course is for less than 15 hours per week or is in the evening or at weekends. However, the training provider must be on the DIUS Register of Education Providers.

You should not choose this if:

• You are taking a sandwich course or any short course with a work placement element.

2) Student  

You should apply for this visa if:

• You wish to take part time employment during your studies
• You may need to extend your stay in the UK
• You are undertaking a short term English course before going on to long term studies in the UK. Give details of both courses in your application.

3) Child Visitor

You should apply for this visa if:

• You are a child under the age of 18 travelling to the UK for a short course of study lasting less than 6 months.
• Please note there is a requirement to demonstrate that adequate arrangements have been made for care in the UK. This means that you must give the name and address of the person you will stay with. You must also submit the necessary signed consent forms from both parents, and the name and passport number of who is accompanying you to the UK.