If you are a Tier 4 dependant and planning to study in the UK, you might be wondering whether it is possible or not. The good news is that Tier 4 dependants are allowed to study in the UK, subject to certain conditions.
Who is a Tier 4 Dependant?
A Tier 4 dependant is a family member or partner of a Tier 4 student who has come to the UK to study. This includes spouses, civil partners, unmarried partners, and children under the age of 18.
Can a Tier 4 Dependant Study in the UK?
Yes, a Tier 4 dependant can study in the UK, but there are certain conditions that must be met:
- The Tier 4 dependant must be in the UK with their Tier 4 student partner or parent.
- The Tier 4 student partner or parent must be studying at a higher education institution or a publicly funded further education college that holds a Tier 4 sponsor license.
- The Tier 4 dependant must have a valid visa that allows them to stay in the UK for the duration of their course.
- The Tier 4 dependant must not work, including work placements or internships, unless they are studying a course that requires a work placement as part of the curriculum.
If the Tier 4 dependant meets these conditions, they can study in the UK without applying for a separate visa.
What Can a Tier 4 Dependant Study?
A Tier 4 dependant can study any course that is at or below the level of their Tier 4 student partner or parent’s course. For example, if the Tier 4 student is studying for a bachelor’s degree, the Tier 4 dependant can study for a bachelor’s degree or below.
It is important to note that the Tier 4 dependant cannot study a course that is higher than their Tier 4 student partner or parent’s course. For example, if the Tier 4 student is studying for a bachelor’s degree, the Tier 4 dependant cannot study for a master’s degree.
How to Apply for a Course?
The Tier 4 dependant can apply for a course in the same way as any other student. They should search for courses at a higher education institution or a publicly funded further education college that holds a Tier 4 sponsor license. They should also check the entry requirements and tuition fees for the course.
Once they have found a course, they should apply directly to the institution. They will need to provide their personal details, academic qualifications, and proof of their Tier 4 dependant status.
What Documents are Required?
The Tier 4 dependant will need to provide the following documents:
- Passport
- Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
- Tier 4 dependant visa
- Academic qualifications
- Proof of English language proficiency (if required)
They may also need to provide additional documents, depending on the institution’s requirements.
Conclusion
In conclusion, a Tier 4 dependant can study in the UK, subject to certain conditions. They must be in the UK with their Tier 4 student partner or parent, and the Tier 4 student partner or parent must be studying at a higher education institution or a publicly funded further education college that holds a Tier 4 sponsor license. They must have a valid visa that allows them to stay in the UK for the duration of their course, and they must not work, unless they are studying a course that requires a work placement as part of the curriculum. If they meet these conditions, they can study in the UK without applying for a separate visa.