International Graduates Scheme
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international-graduates-scheme-193-1542991
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International Graduates Scheme
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The International Graduates Scheme (IGS) was a UK immigration scheme which was launched on 2 May 2007 and ended on 30 June 2008, when it was replaced by Tier 1. It allowed non-EEA nationals who successfully complete a relevant UK degree or postgraduate qualification to work or set up a business in the UK for 12 months without needing a Work Permit. The principle of the scheme, and of its successor, is to retain skilled and educated graduates as part of the UK labour force, who will switch into a
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Graduates_Scheme
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2022-08-23T12:31:20Z
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