International Graduate Scheme

The International Graduate Scheme ("IGS"), launched by the Home Office on 1 May 2007, has replaced the Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme ("SEGS").

IGS is a transitional route that will enable non-EEA students who have successfully completed a relevant course (at a recognised or listed UK institution of Higher Education) to work in the UK for up to 12 months upon completion of their studies. Previously, under SEGS, only graduates on specified science engineering courses could remain in the UK for 12 months; the IGS has widened this considerably.

• Students who complete their courses on or after 1 May 2007 can apply regardless of the subject they have studied. Those who finished their courses before 1 May 2007 may still apply under the old Science and Engineering Graduates Scheme rules.