Can I move to the UK on a degree that provides a dependent visa, specifically MSc by research?
24 Aug 2026 · Answered by Disha Roy Choudhury · 1 min read
Yes, you can move to the UK on an MSc by Research degree and bring dependents with you. The UK allows dependents to join students enrolled in full-time, research-based master's programs like MSc by Research or Master of Research, provided the course lasts 9 months or longer. This eligibility does not generally extend to taught MSc programs unless you are government-sponsored.
Make sure your specific MSc by Research program qualifies as research-based under UK visa rules, and be prepared to meet the financial requirements to support your dependents during your stay.
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