Important information for Student Visa holders

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If you are an international student visa holder and you have a resit or resits to do before progressing with your studies, there might be implications on your immigration status within the UK. We would advise you to either submit a query for the Visa Advice and Compliance team through the Student Portal by clicking ask HWU or booking an appointment with our Global Student Advisor to discuss your situation.

Student Portal

Our Visa Advice and Compliance team are available to answer your enquires through the Student Portal ('Ask HWU' tile). You can also view frequently asked questions (FAQs) for many topics related to international students studying at our Scottish campuses.

Important information for Student Visa holders

Resits and your student visa

Conditions of your student visa

Student visa Attendance Recording

Change of address

Changing university

Changing course at Heriot-Watt University

Starting a new course at Heriot-Watt University

Withdrawing or finishing studies early

Student Portal