After Your Studies

After Your Studies


Visa Information for After Your Studies

If you’re finishing your studies at the University of Wolverhampton, you might be considering:


- Further study in the UK.
- Working in the UK after graduation.
- Attending your graduation before returning home.

Further Study at the University of Wolverhampton

Step 1: Apply for your next course.
Step 2: Check if you can extend your visa in the UK or if you need to return home first.
Step 3: Understand the visa requirements and application process.

For guidance, contact: visa-enquiries@wlv.ac.uk


Work Visa Options After Graduation

- Graduate Route Visa (for degree holders)

  • Allows you to stay and work in the UK for 2 years (3 years for PhD graduates).
  • No job sponsorship required.

- Skilled Worker Visa

  • Requires a job offer from a UK employer with a sponsor licence.
  • The job must meet salary and skill requirements.

More details on work visas: UK Home Office Website
For visa advice, contact the Student Visa Compliance and Advice team on visa-enquiries@wlv.ac.uk

All You Need To Know