Graduate Route visa

We have a long history of welcoming international students into the #LboroFamily and look forward to growing our vibrant and diverse community of students.

Group of international students by the Hazelrigg Fountain

The Graduate route provides an opportunity for eligible international students with Tier 4 or Student visas, who have been awarded their degree, to stay in the UK and work, or look for work for 2 years, or 3 years for doctoral students.

The visa is open to international students commencing their studies in any recognised programme at an approved UK university. This applies to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Graduates will then be able to transfer to a skilled work visa if their employment matches the skill requirement of this route. Loughborough University (including Loughborough University London) is one of the recognised institutions for the international graduate route visa.

Ranked as number one in the UK for student-employer connections*, we see this as an exciting opportunity for those who wish to build their career here in the UK.

If you would like further information about eligibility for the Graduate Route visa, please visit our International Student Advice and Support pages.

*QS 2020 Graduate Employability Rankings