Moving to Scotland at 18 with family, need cheapest way to get a student visa
Hi, I’m looking for advice because my situation is a bit complicated.
I’m 18 and currently studying A Levels in Bahrain. I just finished AS Level (Year 12 equivalent), and my school gives us the option to graduate after Year 12 instead of finishing full A Levels.
My family is relocating to Scotland because my stepfather got a job there. He is a Scottish resident, but he did not legally adopt me, so I don’t think I qualify through him for residency/visa benefits.
I need my own visa, and the easiest option seems to be a student visa.
The problem is:
\- my budget for education is maximum around £10k/year
\- I would preferably like to move by September, but January intake is okay too
\- I honestly don’t care much what course it is at this point as long as it’s legitimate and gives a student visa
\- I’d preferably study in Scotland because that’s where my family will be
I’ve been looking into colleges, HNC/HND courses, foundation years, etc. but I’m confused about:
\- which colleges actually sponsor student visas
\- whether NC courses sponsor visas
\- whether I can apply this late as an international student
\- what the cheapest realistic route is
Does anyone know:
good colleges/universities in Scotland for this situation? courses still open for late applications? cheapest student visa routes?