Working hours uk for International students | Study Bridge UK Limited

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The United Kingdom has been the prime destination for education for a long long time. Many students dream of living and studying in London. However, the cost of living and studying here can get a little expensive, when compared to other countries. As a result, a lot of students decide to become employed, in order to have additional income during their stay here. Below we have summarised some of the rules of working as an international student in the UK.

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Jobs For International Students In the UK Students allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours:  Full-time students, studying at a degree level or above.  Students attending Short-Term studies abroad programme in the UK at an overseas Higher Education Institution.

Students allowed to work a maximum of 10 hours:  Full-time students, studying below degree level.  Any course where the student is a Tier 4 (Child) Student, aged over 16 years old.

The above mentioned students can undertake full-time work during vacation periods.

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1. Students not allowed to work in the UK:  Part time students, studying at post-degree level or above.  Students studying at any level in a publically funded further education college.  Students studying at any level as a private provider 2. Tier 4 (Child) students under the age of 16 years old.

There are some things you must keep in mind when undertaking jobs in the UK as an international students.

If you are allowed to work in the UK, you cannot do the following: 

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be employed as a doctor or dentist in training (except on are cognised foundation programme); be employed as a professional sportsperson (including a sports coach); be employed as an entertainer; be self-employed engage in business activity;

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fill a full-time, permanent vacancy (except on a recognised foundation programme or where you are filling a post as a Student Union Sabbatical Officer).

Please keep in mind that if you break any laws relating to your work, you can be deported, and you could face legal repercussions, which will be detrimental to your career.

You shouldn’t solely rely on what you earn, part-time employment cannot sustain the living costs in the UK.

Most importantly, focus on your studies, money should not be your main concern. You will have plenty of time for that after you graduate!

It takes a lot of courage to study abroad, many students overcome financial strains in order to attend university in the UK. Undertaking part-time work can he essential for international students, not only for the money you can earn, but also for the valuable experience of meeting new people and becoming part of a new culture.

At Study Bridge, we understand the struggles you can be going through, thus we urge you to get in touch with us, any time you need assistance. We also provide career assistance and student guidance throughout their studies. With Study Bridge you’ll never be alone.

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