The United Kingdom offers distinct routes for students and skilled professionals, each with its own English-language benchmark. Here is how the Student and Skilled Worker pathways compare.
Student Visa
Requires an unconditional offer from a licensed sponsor (CAS). The standard requirement is an IELTS Academic band score of 6.0–6.5.
Job / Worker Visa (Skilled Worker)
Tied to a valid job offer and a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Requires UKVI IELTS General Training with a minimum score of 4.5 to 5.0 (CEFR B1 level).
Diploma / Vocational
Requires a minimum CEFR B1 level (IELTS 4.5–5.0) for below-degree level courses.
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