CAS stands for Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies. UK immigration rules require the University to sponsor your application for a student visa (this is not the same as financial sponsorship). A CAS number confirms that we have made you an Unconditional offer of a place to study with us, and that you have accepted this.
CAN I APPLY TO UKVI DIRECTLY FOR MY CAS NUMBER?
No. Only government-approved education providers can apply for CAS numbers, on behalf of applicants who have applied to study with them.
CAN I APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA WITH MY OFFER LETTER?
No, you can only apply for your Student visa with the CAS number arranged by the University.
I WILL BE STUDYING ON MORE THAN ONE COURSE AT THE UNIVERSITY. WILL I NEED A CAS NUMBER FOR EACH COURSE?
If you are going to study more than one course (for example an English language pre-sessional course followed by an academic degree course), you will normally need a separate CAS number for each course. In some circumstances, however, we may be able to arrange a Combined CAS number for you covering both courses.
HOW LONG WILL MY CAS NUMBER BE VALID FOR?
Your CAS number will be valid for six months. This means that you should apply for your visa within six months of being issued with a CAS number.
CAN I USE MY CAS NUMBER TO APPLY FOR A VISA TO STUDY ON ANOTHER COURSE OR AT ANOTHER UNIVERSITY?
No. CAS numbers are linked to the specific course you have applied for. This is why we only apply for a CAS number when you have accepted an unconditional offer.
IF MY VISA APPLICATION IS UNSUCCESSFUL, CAN I USE THE SAME CAS NUMBER TO RE-APPLY?
No. If your visa application is unsuccessful, you will need a new CAS number to re-apply.
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