Step 1: Choose a University & Program

• Select from Russell Group Universities (Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL) and top-ranked institutions.
• Consider course accreditation, research excellence, tuition fees, and career prospects.

Step 2: Meet Admission Requirements

📌 English Language Proficiency Tests:
✅ IELTS Academic (6.0–7.5 Required by Most UK Universities).
✅ PTE Academic / TOEFL iBT (Accepted by Select Universities).
✅ Duolingo English Test (Some Universities Accept It as an Alternative).

📌 Additional Standardized Tests (For Specific Programs):
✅ UCAT / BMAT (For Medicine & Healthcare Programs).
✅ GMAT (For MBA & Business Schools).
✅ LNAT (For Law Programs at Select Universities).

📌 Required Documents:

• Academic transcripts & certificates.
• Personal Statement (Explaining study goals & career aspirations).
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs) from teachers or professors.
• Resume/CV (For postgraduate applicants).
• Portfolio (For creative & design programs).

Step 3: Submit University Application

📌 Application Methods:

• UCAS (Undergraduate Programs) – Centralized Portal for UK University Applications.
• University Direct Applications (For Postgraduate Programs).
• Prisma’s Application Assistance – Expert support for documentation & submissions.

📌 Application Deadlines:
✅ UCAS Early Deadline (Oxford, Cambridge, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Sciences): 15 October.
✅ UCAS Regular Deadline: 31 January.
✅ Postgraduate Programs – Vary by University, Usually Between January – June.

Step 4: Receive Offer Letter & Accept Admission

• Universities issue:
  ✅ Conditional Offer – Additional requirements need to be met.
  ✅ Unconditional Offer – You meet all criteria and can proceed with the visa process.

• Pay the tuition deposit to receive the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) required for the student visa.

Step 5: Apply for UK Student Visa (Tier 4 Visa)

📌 Visa Requirements:

• CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) from the University.
• Proof of Funds (£9,207 to £12,006 for Living Expenses).
• IELTS / English Proficiency Certificate.
• Tuberculosis Test Report (For Certain Countries).
• Valid Passport & Academic Documents.

📌 Visa Processing Time:
✔️ Standard Visa: 3–6 Weeks.
✔️ Priority Visa: 5–10 Days.

Step 6: Prepare for Travel & Arrival

📌 Pre-Departure Checklist:
✔️ Secure student accommodation (on-campus, off-campus, homestay).
✔️ Purchase UK student health insurance (NHS surcharge).
✔️ Book flight tickets & airport pickup.

🎯 English Language Tests (Mandatory for Admission & Visa)
✅ IELTS Academic (6.0–7.5 Required for University Admission).
✅ PTE Academic (Alternative to IELTS for Some Institutions).

🎯 Standardized Entrance Exams (For Specific Programs)
✅ UCAT / BMAT (For Medical & Healthcare Programs).
✅ GMAT (For MBA & Business Schools).
✅ LNAT (For Law Programs at Select Universities).

📌 How Prisma Helps You?
✔️ Expert coaching & personalized study plans.
✔️ Mock tests & real exam simulations.
✔️ One-on-one tutoring to improve weak areas.

📌 Why Choose Prisma for Visa Assistance?

• 95% Visa Approval Rate – Avoid rejections & delays.
• Complete Financial Proof & SOP Guidance.
• Fast & Smooth Processing for CAS & Visa Submissions.

📌 Step-by-Step Visa Process:
1️⃣ Receive CAS from Your University.
2️⃣ Apply for a UK Student Visa via UKVI (UK Visas & Immigration).
3️⃣ Submit financial proof, medical exam & tuberculosis test (If Required).
4️⃣ Receive Visa Approval & Plan Travel to the UK!

📌 Why is Health Insurance Mandatory?

• The National Health Service (NHS) provides healthcare coverage for students.
• Students must pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) to access NHS services.
• Covers doctor visits, emergency treatment, hospital care, and prescriptions.

📌 Types of Health Insurance Plans for International Students:
✅ NHS Coverage (Included in Visa Fee for Full-Time Students).
✅ Private Student Health Insurance (For Additional Coverage).

📌 Prisma’s Health Insurance Services:
✔️ Help with NHS registration & private health plans.
✔️ Assistance with insurance claims & reimbursements.

📌 Types of Student Accommodation:
✅ On-Campus Housing – University dorms with meal plans & student amenities.
✅ Off-Campus Apartments – Private housing with rental agreements.
✅ Homestay (Living with a Local Family) – Cultural immersion & support.
✅ Short-Term Stay (Hostels & Airbnb) – Temporary housing for new arrivals.

📌 How Prisma Supports Your Housing Needs:
✔️ Pre-arrival accommodation booking assistance.
✔️ Help with rental contracts, deposits & lease agreements.
✔️ Connect students with verified housing providers.