Girne American University Canterbury is an independent institution of American-style higher education.GAUC`s comprehensive attitude to learning encourages scholarships, community service and integration in today's interdependent international society. With our study abroad programme you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and understanding by studying at GAUC's sister campuses in Asia, the Mediterranean, and America. For those students with insufficient command of English we offer English Language study at different levels in our English Preparatory programme. Employing the latest technological innovations of the highest standard to aid your learning, Girne American University Canterbury is a student led institution, ensuring that every student's need is catered for. A high standard of accommodation is available in the centre of Canterbury so you're next door to the vibrant student life the city has to offer. Canterbury is a world heritage site and has a scholarly tradition going back more than 1000 years. Home to three other universities, this historic city is equipped with the resources you need to enrich your learning experience.

International Students

Visas and International Students

Non European Union (EU) and non European Economic Area (EEA) nationals are classified as international students and are required to obtain Visas to study in the UK from the United Kingdom Border Agency (UKBA) at their local British Embassy or Consulate.

To see if you will require a visa please visit:http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/doineedvisa/

The length of the course that a student is studying will determine the type of visa they will require.

  • Students studying on courses less than 6 months in duration are required to obtain a 6 month Student Visitor Visa. Students on English Language courses can obtain visas for up 11 months.
  • Students studying on courses over 6 months in duration are required to obtain a Tier 4 General Student Visa of the Points Based System.

 

IMPORTANT

It can take up to 6 weeks to obtain a visa. Please ensure that you apply in good time to allow for this period.

Student Visitor Visa

The Student Visitor Visa is designed for students taking a short course of study in the UK. This type of visa is available to GAU Canterbury Study Abroad programme students and English language Foundation students.

Study Abroad Programme

Students from GAU Cyprus with a CGPA of 2.00 above wishing to study on the Study Abroad Programme at GAU Canterbury for one semester should obtain the six months Student Visitor Visa.

For more detailed information please contact the GAU Cyprus International Office located in room MR 302 on the 3rd floor of the Millennium Building.

Email: studyabroad@gau.edu.tr

Tel: +90 392 650 20 00 Ext. 1249 -1250

English Language Foundation Programme

Students on this programme can obtain a Student Visitor VISA for 1 or 2 semesters. There is no minimum English language requirement for this visa when on this course.

  • Student Visitor Visa applicants are required to show various documents to the UKBA. The GAU Canterbury Admission Office will require copies of these documents as part of the conditions of the Conditional Acceptance Letter.

For more information about this type of visa please visit: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/student-visitors/

Tier 4 General Student Visa of the Points Based System

Students studying on courses of over 6 months in duration are required to obtain a Tier 4 General Student Visa within the points based system. Students are required to obtain 40 points.

  • 10 points are awarded for having sufficient maintenance funds (money) to cover course fees and living costs.

UKBA and, therefore, GAU Canterbury require applicants to prove that they have sufficient maintenance funds before issuing a Confirmation of Acceptance Letter. The current amount specified for Canterbury is £800 per month, or part of month.

For more information regarding maintenance funds please visit: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/adult-students/can-you-apply/money/

  • 30 points are awarded for having a valid Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from an approved educational Tier 4 Sponsor, on a course at an acceptable level, and for having acceptable English language skills.

GAU Canterbury only issues applicants a CAS upon successful completion of the conditions set out in the Condition Acceptance Letter. The CAS will be contained within the Confirmation of Acceptance Letter. The English language requirements for this visa are part of the conditions for all GAU Canterbury degree programmes and are covered in the Conditional Acceptance Letter.

Please remember:

  • that it is the applicant’s responsibility to apply for the correct visa

students are not normally admitted on to courses more than two week after the course start date.

GAU – Canterbury cannot guarantee that an Applicant will obtain a visa, the decision lies solely with the UKBA.

All International Students who are required to obtain a visa to study in the UK are advised to read through all the relevant information available online. These are available at: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/studyingintheuk/

http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/

HEALTH CARE

Medical Treatment

All Non EU students studying at GAU-Canterbury for 6 months or less will NOT be entitled to free healthcare provided by the National Health Service (NHS).

We strongly advise that you take out private medical insurance to cover any medical costs that may arise during your visit.

If you choose not to take out cover, a fee of £25 will need to be paid for any doctor’s appointment that you make.

All Non EU students studying at GAU-Canterbury for over six months are entitled to some free medical care with the National Health Service.

If you are studying for more than 6 months, you must ensure you register with a doctor’s surgery as soon as you arrive.

For more information please visit: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

Student Refund Policy & Procedure

Refund Policy

Girne American University-Canterbury registration fee of 250 GBP is non-refundable.

For International Students

International students that are refused a visa are entitled to a refund. A refund request must be submitted within 30 days of the refusal. The Admissions Office will need the official visa refusal letter (Embassy / Council / High Commission originals only) and may request copies of every page in the applicant’s passport and the return of any acceptance documents we have issued.

Withdrawing from a Programme

Before Start Date

  • Students cancelling / withdrawing from a programme before the start date of the programme may obtain a refund from the Admissions Office upon written application.

After Start Date

  • The university will deduct 25% from fees for withdrawals made before the sixth week of a semester. Withdrawals made after the sixth week will not be entitled to a refund.

  • The university is required by law to report international students, who do not attend regularly or who withdraw from a programme of study, to the UK Border Agency.

Girne American University-Canterbury reserves the right to cancel a programme, or course, when there are insufficient applicants. In such cases students are entitled to a refund minus a non-refundable registration fee.

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