Science & Engineering Graduate Scheme (SEGS)
25th October 2004
In recognition of the UK's shortage of physical science, engineering and mathematics students at university and skilled workers in the labour market, the government has announced that from today, foreign students at UK universities graduating from specific physical science, engineering and mathematics courses would be permitted to stay in the UK for 12 months following their graduation to take up employment.
To be granted leave under this scheme, applicants must:
- Have successfully completed, with at least second class honours (2.2), a recognized science or engineering degree course, Masters course or PhD at a UK institution or Higher or Further Education;
- Intend to work during the period of leave granted under the scheme;
- Be able to maintain and accommodate themselves and any dependents without recourse to public funds;
- Intend to leave the UK at the end of their stay (unless granted leave as a work permit holder, highly skilled migrant, business person or innovator)
The individual should current, valid leave as a student in the UK or be returning from abroad no longer than one year after they completed the UK based course. For those returning from abroad, entry clearance is required.
For further information on which courses qualify you for this status, or for assistance with making an application to the Home Office, don't hesitate to contact us.
