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If you're already studying in the UK or just considering it, you may be looking forward to your options once you graduate.

Huge proportion of all foreign students are drawn by the UK. It is the second-most popular destination after the USA for international students and in 2017-18 around 20% of those in UK higher education were international students.

High quality of life and good job prospects after graduation are among the big draws for students. Citizens of a country within the European Union or the European Economic Area ( EEA) have been able to live with few restrictions in the UK so far. This will change after Brexit and all students from abroad will need to cross a few obstacles to live in the UK until their course is finished. Simply put, you'll have to find work that's well paying.

As soon as you graduate, if you wish to extend your stay, international students must switch their visa to a work-related one. However, new laws have made it a lot easier for international students with the Graduate Route. It will allow you to stay in the UK for up to two years after you graduate, with no restriction on the type of work you can do.

When applying for a visa, there are several options available and you should read through them carefully before deciding for which one is right. Even though you will normally have to complete your course before applying, you should plan ahead of time so act fast. It can take your sponsor a long time to issue a certificate, and process your visa. A complete list can be found on the website of the UK Government, but most graduates apply for one of three visas. Such are:

Tier 2

Tier 2 is the most common visa route for international graduates. To qualify, you will need to find work with an employer who is willing to pay you a minimum wage of £20,800 per year and this figure may rise depending on the type of work you want to do. There are several things you can do to boost your odds of successfully finding a reputable employer to sponsor you after you graduate for a Tier 2 visa.

• PART-TIME JOB/VOLUNTEERING

In order to be successful in the UK graduate job market, most graduates need to get work experience alongside their degree. You can develop real-life skills and industry contacts by searching for part-time work or an internship placement that is linked to your degree. If there are insufficient resources, consider contacting businesses and offering volunteer work in your chosen industry. Volunteering can be a perfect way to gain experience when you are doing something that interests you and benefits you.

• ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS

Business knowledge is not only useful to business prospective owners: employers also value it. Many universities will have opportunities for you to gain expertise in this field through different initiatives, and by taking the lead in university societies, you will be proactive. It'll all make for impressive reading on your CV.

• LANGUAGE SKILLS

You may already speak more than one language as an international student which will help set you apart from other candidates. However, if you do not have a native English skill level, be aware that you will need a high English standard to be able to land a job in the United Kingdom. Work on your skills when training for your degree, and if you find you need to take additional courses.

The Graduate Route

From the summer of 2021, international students who have successfully completed an undergraduate or master's degree, through the new Graduate Route, will be able to enjoy two years of work experience in the UK upon graduation. Students who complete their PhD can stay there for three years.

The Graduate Route will be available to international students who have a valid Tier 4 visa at the time of application and who have successfully completed a degree at or above undergraduate level with a track record of compliance at a higher education provider. Successful applicants on this route will be able to stay and work or seek work at any skill level in the United Kingdom for a maximum period of two years if they have successfully completed their undergraduate or master's degree.

Start-up visa

The startup visa replaced the old Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) visa that is no longer valid.

You would need to be supported by a UK higher education institution or a business association with a history of helping entrepreneurs in the UK in order to be qualified for a startup visa. You will also need to be able to show that you have a valid new , innovative and viable business idea. On the UK Government website you can read all of the specifications.

The Sirius Program is a 12 month program that supports young entrepreneurs from around the globe. Every year they are able to support around 65 visas for young people who want to be entrepreneurs in the UK.

Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme

The Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme is the third commonly used option for getting a visa to the UK. You would need to be 18-30 years old to apply, and be from either Australia, Canada, Hong Kong , Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, Republic of Korea or Taiwan. Places are tight, and you'll need to pay at least £1,890 in savings. You will remain in the UK for up to two years with the Tier 5 visa, and it can not be extended.

There is no denying there is a tough challenge to stay and work in the UK after you've studied there. But we also saw with the right preparation, exploring all of your options and working hard, this can be done. Your university career bureau is a good place to go for more advice. They'll have knowledge of lots of people who have done it, how they did it and can give you advice specific to your situation.

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