Students looking to shape their career to study in UK universities have few options. The two main types of visas that they can go for include: 

• Student or Tier 4 Visa

This is ideal for students aged 16 years or older who have planned a more than six months study tenure. Students can easily manage their stay with this visa as it allows them the extra four months if their course is completed. Additionally, if a citizen possesses a student visa, he/she can grab part-time or full-time job opportunities with their courses. You can also apply for a graduate visa, which has a duration of up to 2 years. After this, you can decide whether to stay and work in the UK. 

• Short-Term Study Visa

Students pursuing courses over six months but less than 11 months can choose a short-term study visa. But with this visa, students are not allowed to work during their stay in the UK. Also, you do not have the option to apply for a visa extension. Students must apply for this visa at least three weeks before the decided date to travel to the UK. 

Generally, the standard decision time for the UK student visa is three weeks. Therefore, students must apply before time to avoid rejection or disappointment.