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Study in UK

Official visa criteria, financial thresholds, top universities & scholarship programs.

The UK offers world-renowned universities, intensive one-year Master's degrees, and the Graduate Route for two years of post-study employment. Visas require a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) and strict maintenance fund holding.

Visa Difficulty
Moderate
Govt. approval rate
Avg. Processing Time
~4 Weeks
From biometrics submission
Tuition Fee Range
KES 2720000 - 5984000
Per academic year
Annual Living Cost
KES 1738080/yr
Rent, food & transport
Official Immigration Requirements

Student Visa & Proof of Funds Guide

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Financial Prerequisite
Proof of Living Funds (Approx. Local Benchmark):
KES 1738080

Must be demonstrated via official government-mandated criteria (e.g. 28-day holding rule in UK, Sperrkonto blocked account in Germany, CAD $20,635 in Canada, or AUD $29,710 in Australia).

Embassy Visa Application Fee: KES 83300
Mandatory Verification Checks
Biometrics Appointment: Required
Medical Examination / TB Screening: Required
Consular / Visa Interview: Discretionary

Required Application Documentation

Valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number, valid passport, bank statements showing maintenance (GBP 1,136/mo outside London or GBP 1,483/mo in London for 9 months + unpaid tuition) held for 28 consecutive days, official TB test clearance certificate from approved clinic, certified academic qualifications referenced on the CAS.
Common Rejection Causes & Inadmissibility Triggers:

Bank account balance dipping below required maintenance threshold even for a single day during the 28-day holding period; financial statement dated more than 31 days prior to application date; CAS details differing from passport; failing to factor in the Immigration Health Surcharge (GBP 776/yr).

Accredited Institutions

Universities in UK

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Recognized None

Imperial College London

Programs:
Degree programs available
Tuition varies by programme View Profile
Recognized None

London School of Economics & Political Science

Programs:
Degree programs available
Tuition varies by programme View Profile
Recognized None

University College London

Programs:
Degree programs available
Tuition varies by programme View Profile
Recognized None

University of Cambridge

Programs:
Degree programs available
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World Rank #34 Manchester

University of Manchester

A world-leading Russell Group research university in the UK offering intensive Master's programs with staged selection rounds for competitive departments.

Programs:
MSc Data Science
GBP 35200 per year (Intl. MSc DS) View Profile
Recognized None

University of Oxford

Programs:
Degree programs available
Tuition varies by programme View Profile
Financial Assistance

Scholarships for UK

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Fully Funded

Chevening Scholarship

Covers full tuition fees, a living stipend and return airfare to the UK.

Oct 6, 2026 View Details
Fully Funded

Commonwealth Scholarship

Most scholarships are fully funded, which means that as well as covering your tuition fees, you will also receive your airfare to and from the UK and a living allowance to support you while you are here.

Oct 14, 2026 View Details