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Study in the UK from Iraq

Iraq has a growing student pipeline to the UK, driven by KRG (Kurdistan Regional Government) and federal Iraqi scholarship programmes. Engineering, Medicine and Business are the most common subject areas.

Fee Status

Iraqi students pay international fees. The Human Capacity Development Programme (HCDP) and KRG scholarships fund significant numbers of Iraqi postgraduates in UK universities.

Visa Requirements

Iraqi students require a UK Student Route visa. ATAS clearance is required for sensitive STEM subjects. TB testing is required. Credibility interviews are common.

Popular Subjects

EngineeringMedicine & HealthcareBusiness & ManagementComputingEducation

Popular Cities

LondonManchesterBirminghamLeeds

What You'll Need

  • Iraqi passport
  • Academic transcripts (attested by Iraqi Cultural Attaché)
  • IELTS 6.0+ (course-dependent)
  • Sponsor letter (HCDP / KRG) or financial evidence
  • Personal statement
  • TB test certificate

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