Is there any shortcut to stay and study in the UK without enrolling in a course and just clear the licensing exams?
No, you cannot stay and study in the UK without enrolling in a recognized course.
To legally remain in the UK for study, you must be enrolled in a full-time course at a licensed institution, which is required for a Student visa. For regulated professions like medicine, dentistry, or nursing, you may visit the UK as a Standard Visitor to take licensing exams such as the PLAB or OSCE, but this only allows a short stay (up to six months) strictly for exam purposes - not for extended study or work.
There is no shortcut to stay and study in the UK without enrolling in a recognized course. If you plan to pursue a regulated profession, you must enroll in an approved course that meets the UK's requirements.
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