What is doctoral extension scheme?

The Doctorate Extension Scheme is a type of Student Visa. It allows students finishing their PhD or doctorate qualification in the UK to extend their current Student Visa for 12 months to look for a job and start work.

How long is doctorate extension scheme?

12 months
Your DES visa will usually be valid for 12 months from the ‘expected end date’ that was put on your previous CAS.

What if international student work more than 20 hours in UK?

when you apply for student visa the clear term is you cannot work more than 20 hours when semester is going on. So if you are working for more than 20 hours when semester is going on you are breaching visa rule.

Can International PhD students work in UK?

Most international students are allowed to work at least some hours whilst pursuing a doctorate in the UK. However, you can’t rely on this income as part of your main PhD funding.

What is graduate immigration route?

The Graduate route provides an opportunity for international students who have been awarded their degree to stay in the UK and work, or look for work, at any skill level for two years, or three years for doctoral students.

How many hours can international students work in UK during summer?

20 hours
So as an international student, you would be able to work 20 hours per week while you’re studying. This is especially during term time when you have your vacation period, for example, your summer holidays or the Christmas vacation or the Easter vacation, you could potentially work up to 40 hours per week.

Can I get a job in UK after Masters?

Can I work in the UK after my Masters? After finishing your Masters, you usually have four months to start looking for employment. Once you have a suitable job offer, you can apply for a Tier 2 (general) visa that entitles you to live and work in the UK for up to five years.

Can I settle in UK after PhD?

The government announced on Wednesday, as part of the new Graduate Route, that international students who complete a PhD from summer 2021 can stay on in the UK for three years after study to live and work. Our vision builds on these incredible successes to cement Britain’s reputation as a global science superpower.

Can my dependants join me on the doctorate extension scheme?

If your dependants are not currently in the UK, they will be able to join you by applying for a Student DES dependant entry clearance visa. More information and guidance can be found on the UK Visas & Immigration website. If you have any queries about the Doctorate Extension Scheme visa please do not hesitate to contact us.

What is the difference between PhD extension and graduate route?

On 1 July 2021 the Doctorate Extension Scheme closed and was replaced by the Graduate route. PhD graduates will get 3 years’ permission under the Graduate route, not two years. The Skilled Worker route for sponsored skilled work replaced Tier 2 (General) on 1 December 2020.

Can I work in the UK as an international PhD student?

If you are an international PhD student, there is also an immigration toolkit available to read on the jobs.ac.uk website . Under many of the work schemes, your spouse or civil partner, unmarried or same sex partner and children can apply to stay in the UK with you, or join you here.