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Student Visas

 

LBBA We Attract Students From All Over The World

 

Why Choose LBBA

We are recognised by the UK Government as one of the Trusted Higher Education Institutions in Britain hence we are a Tier 4 - Highly Trusted status. 

This explains why we have quality students, from all over the globe  studying in London Bridge and also this status gives students assurance on the college itself.  Its a benchmark of LBBA and its quality its reputation and high levels of student attainment achieved to date.

Applying for entry to the UK on a Student Visa can be challenging, with all applicants having to comply with strict regulations and also having to ensure that their documents are suitable to meet a scrutiny by the UK Border Agency, before a student visa is granted.

Kindly note that LBBA  has been awarded the Tier 4 – Highly Trusted Status.

Our Highly Trusted status means all prospective LBBA students will find it easier to successfully apply for a visa to study and be a success in their studies and career.


 

 

 

 

Entry requirements for English under UKBA for the following courses
Course Level of SELT required for IELTS & Pearson IELTS Score
Pearson Score
ABE Higher Diploma  (QCF Level 5) B1 4 36
ABE Graduate Diploma (QCF Level 6) B2 5.5 51
ABE Graduate Integrated Diploma  (QCF Level 6) B2 5.5 51
ABE Post Graduate Diploma Programme (QCF Level 7) B2 5.5 51
CTH Diploma in Hotel Management (QCF Level 4) B1 4 36
CTH Hotel Management Advanced Diploma (QCF Level 5) B1 4 36
CTH Post Graduate Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management (QCF Level 7) B2 5.5 51
CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing (QCF Level 6) B2 5.5 51

 

VISA SECTION

What do I need to apply from overseas?

You need 40 points to be able to apply for a student visa and must provide the proof needed with your application form.

Points

What you gets points for 

Proof and documents needed

  30 

Doing a course (at an acceptable level) with an approved education provider (also known as sponsorship)

Visa letter from your approved education provider, and the documents used to get the visa letter.

This letter will be issued by us with our Sponsorship number.

We have been given a Grade A.

Visa processing time varies in each country but you should assume it would take between 3 to 6 weeks on average.

 10 

Having enough money to cover your course fees and monthly living costs (also known as maintenance) 

Bank statement or letter confirming that you have enough money available to cover your course fees and monthly living costs for up to one year, at the time you submit your application

You must be able to prove that the money you need to apply has been in your account for 28 days before you submit your application.

How much Money is needed ?

The money that you need includes course fees and monthly living costs. The monthly living costs needed depends on where you are studying.

Length of course

Where will study 

Money needed

Nine months or less 

In London  

Course fees

and

£800 for each calendar month of the course

More than nine months  

In London 

First year of fees

and

£9,600 to cover living costs the first 12 months in the United Kingdom

 

 

Kindly note the following terms and conditions in regards to fees and visa refusals.  Deposits and Fees paid are non-refundableexcept if visa is refused

Deposits and Fees paid are non-transferable. Under no circumstances can fees be transferred to other students or to another organisation,

If a student visa application has been refused, then fees paid, less administration charges of £300.00 and any courier charges, will be refunded on production of the following documents:

(1) Copy of the refusal letter (APP200)

(2) Copy of the student's passport showing both a photograph and signature;

and (3) where the payee was not the student an original authority letter from the student authorizing the repayment to the payee Refund requests under this section must be made in writing.

(4) Copy of the receipt showing amount paid.

Provided this is done within three monthsof us issuing visa letters.

 

 

If you are a EEA national you do not require a visa.

If you are not a EEA national you will be either a Visa National or a Non-Visa National.

If you do not know which category you fall into please select your country name from the drop down list below and click on the button below the traffic light.

If the traffic light shows green, the country you selected is a EEA member country hence you do not require a visa to come to the United Kingdom. If the traffic light shows amber then you need to read the non-visa nationals (amber text). If the traffic light shows red then you need to read the visa nationals (red text).

COUNTRIES


  

Non Visa Nationals

Non Visa Nationals can obtain the Visa at the port of entry.
You will need:
  1. An acceptance letter from the college confirming a place.
  2. Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses without the need to work (although they are permitted to work part time for up to 20 hours per week.
Visa Nationals

A Visa National must obtain a Visa from their local British Embassy, Consulate or High Commission before travelling to the UK.

In order to get a Visa to come to London Bridge Business Academy you will need:
  1. An acceptance letter from the college confirming that tuition fees have been paid (preferably in full).
  2. Proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition fees and living expenses without the need to work or recourse to public funds.
  3. They maybe asked to attend an interview at the local British embassy or High Commission.
As a Visa national you will probably be required to attend an interview with an Immigration Officer. If you are, as is normally the case, then you should read the following:

Interview


In our experience, ECOs often look for the following;
  1. That candidates are organised and well presented.
  2. Serious about the chosen course of study.
  3. Well informed about the course and how it will be beneficial to their career.
  4. Confident, well-presented and has an adequate command of the English language and entry requirements for the chosen course.
  5. Intending to return to their home country on completion of their studies.
  6. Aware of the cost of living as a student in the UK, and have evidence of those funds.
Good luck and we look forward to welcoming you at LBBA.

For more information click here to visit the official website of UK Visas.
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