Short-Term Study Visa (for English language courses)
Last updated: 16/07/2025 09:24
If you're coming to Cardiff to study English for more than 6 months (and up to 11 months), you’ll need to apply for a Short-Term Study Visa.
This visa is specifically for English language courses and has different rules from the Student Route visa so it’s important to understand what it allows and what it doesn’t.
What you need to know
- this visa is only for English language study.
- it’s valid for courses longer than 6 months and up to 11 months.
- you can’t work (paid or unpaid), extend your stay, or bring family members with you on this visa.
How to apply
To apply, you’ll need a visa support letter from our Student Visa Compliance team confirming your course details.
You can find full guidance on the application process from UKCISA - international student advice and guidance - Short-term student visa and Study English in the UK (Short-term study visa): Overview - GOV.UK
Help with English language courses
For information about English language programmes at Cardiff University, contact our English language programme team.
Contact us
Our offices are open from 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.