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International Students

We are proud to welcome students from overseas as well as the UK. We understand international students want qualifications that are useful and recognised internationally by universities and employers.

All courses at Croydon Metropolitan College lead to established UK professional and academic qualifications recognised worldwide.

Airport Meeting Services

Meet & Greet

We offer a 'meet and greet' service upon your arrival at London's airports. The college is able to arrange for you to be met and escorted to either the college itself or to another destination in London.

Flight Information

You should inform us about your flight details as soon as you receive them so we are able to accommodate your needs efficiently.

Service Details

Please note that these services are subject to availability and a service charge is payable.

Visa Application

Please apply for your visa via the official UK Government links below:

Who can apply?

  • 16 years and above
  • Level 3 or above (Foundation or 1st year equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree)

Duration

  • Full Course: The full length of the course (12 months or more) plus an extra 4 months.
  • Below Degree Level: For HND or Certificates, maximum of 3 years plus an extra 4 months.

Requirements (40 Points)

To submit your application to the British Embassy, you require 40 points:

  • 30 points: For enrolling on a course provided by a Tier 4 college (Croydon Metropolitan College).
  • 10 points: For sufficient funding (please see government guidance).

Working in London

You may work in London depending on when you applied for student immigration permission and under what tier this falls. In most cases, you must not spend more than 50% of the time on your course undertaking a work placement.

Restrictions: You must not engage in business-related work, be self-employed, provide services as a professional sportsperson/entertainer, or pursue a career by filling a permanent full-time vacancy.

If your immigration permission does not allow you to work, you may not undertake paid or unpaid employment including work placements which are part of your course.

Please visit www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk for full legal information.