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Turkey: Studying in the UK

We have a large community of international students here at Solent University and understand how challenging the process of relocating to a new country can be. Students coming from the Turkey can find advice about obtaining a visa and studying in the UK right here on the Solent website.

For more specific advice about coming from Turkey to study, please see the information below. Alternatively, you can contact the British Council's Turkey offices or our own international advice team.

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Entry requirements

As a general guide, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British high school A-levels. A portfolio is also required for most of our art and design courses.

Students with a Devlet Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi may be considered for a foundation year (Year 0 of a bachelor's degree)

For postgraduate courses, we look for qualifications that are equivalent to the British bachelor's degree (Lisans Diplomasi).

International scholarships

We are pleased to offer scholarships to students from Turkey. These are available if you are applying for a full-time course at Solent University and are a self-funded, full-fee student.

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Visa information

As a Turkish national, you will need to apply for a visa to come and study in the UK. When you have met all the conditions of entry for a full-time course at Solent University (including payment of deposit and course acceptance), you will be sent a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS) number. You will need this document to apply for a student visa.

You should make your application for a visa at the local British Embassy or High Commission.

Speak with an official representative

Solent has a number of official representatives around the world. They give you the chance to talk about opportunities here at Solent with someone in your own country.

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