Academic changes for Student visa holders
This is one of our Student visa guides, part of the information we provide on study related visa matters.
Changes to study affect many students each year, they can be the result of personal circumstances or academic choices. For students with Student permission any study change may also have to comply with visa requirements, we have outlined below some common scenarios and what you might need to take into account.
The following information is a general guide to help identify relevant issues. It does not cover full details or every scenario, so it is advisable to seek specific advice on your personal situation BEFORE you take any action.鈥� It also only covers visa implications; for other information and guidance on changes to your studies, please refer to your department, the鈥�student handbook鈥痮谤 Doctoral College resources and where relevant, other support from鈥�.
Where changes require further visa permission a new CAS will need to be requested from the Academic Registry online.鈥疍epending on the type of change the CAS may have to be used in an application outside the UK, some scenarios allow the extra visa time to be obtained by applying in the UK.
General information is provided on various scenarios below, for further help .
Last Updated: 9th June 2026