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Can I complete an MBA or master's degree in an English-speaking country like the UK, Ireland, or UAE within one year with a post-study work visa?

08 Jul 2026 · Answered by Sumit Singh Chauhan · 1 min read
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Yes, you can complete a one-year MBA or master's degree in the UK, Ireland, or UAE, but post-study work visa options differ by country.

- UK: Many universities offer one-year master's or MBA programs. After graduation, you can apply for the Graduate Visa (post-study work visa, PSW) - up to 2 years if you apply before 31 December 2026, or 18 months if you apply from 1 January 2027.
- Ireland: One-year master's programs are common. After graduation, you can stay and work for up to 24 months under the Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G).
- UAE: One-year MBA programs are available. There is no automatic post-study work visa; you can apply for a Job Seeker Visa (60 - 120 days) to find employment, after which your employer can sponsor your work visa.

LeapScholar can help you identify suitable programs and explain the latest post-study work visa options for each country.

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