Publication date: 29.04.2025
3 years at the Ministry of Justice. 2 years as a Company Director. 1 year as Chief Legal Counsel at a municipal enterprise. Galina Moldovanova is an experienced lawyer providing professional legal assistance to Ukrainians and foreigners in the United Kingdom. She specializes in civil law, immigration, property registration, university admission, and legal residency support.
Helping a Ukrainian Citizen Obtain “Home Student Status” for Studying in the United Kingdom
Halyna Moldovanova — Your Legal Expert in UK Education, Visas, and Student Finance
Halyna Moldovanova is a highly qualified lawyer with years of experience in civil law, immigration law, property registration, and legal support in the field of education. Based in the United Kingdom, she assists Ukrainians and other foreign nationals with legal and educational matters related to relocation, adaptation, legalisation, and university enrolment. One of her notable success stories is helping a Ukrainian citizen obtain "home student status" to access university education and government student finance.
The Problem: Studying in the UK Without Home Status Is Expensive and Challenging
Ukrainian citizens who arrived in the UK after 2022 often face difficulties when applying to British universities. Without “home student status”, they are considered international applicants and:
must pay significantly higher tuition fees (up to £20,000 per year);
are not eligible for government financial aid (student loans or grants);
must provide high-level English language certificates (IELTS, TOEFL);
often face bureaucratic obstacles when applying through the UCAS platform.
This case demonstrates how Halyna Moldovanova’s qualified legal assistance helped one Ukrainian client enrol in a UK university as a home student, successfully pass the IELTS exam, and receive financial support.
What Was Done?
- Client Situation Analysis – assessment of immigration status, age, and academic background.
- Consultation on Home Student Status – legal justification and preparation of the application to Student Finance England.
- Preparation of the Document Package – including proof of residence, immigration status, and legal stay.
- UCAS Application Assistance – help with registration on the platform, course selection, and writing the personal statement.
- Academic Reference Preparation – recommendation letter from a teacher in accordance with UK university standards.
- IELTS Preparation Strategy – individual study plan and academic immersion methods.
- Student Loan Application – accurate form completion and submission of supporting documents.
- Scholarship Application – submitting a separate request for financial assistance from the chosen university.
Main Legal Services Provided by Halyna Moldovanova:
Preparing for education in the UK
Registering applications via UCAS
Obtaining home student status
Student loan application consultation
University admission support
Assistance with IELTS and GCSE exams
Helping students find work in the hospitality sector
Legalisation of stay in the UK
Step-by-Step Case Approach:
- Initial consultation and assessment of the client’s case
- Determination of eligibility for home student status
- Drafting a legal justification for Student Finance England
- Creating a personal UCAS account
- Selecting study programmes (up to five courses)
- Writing the personal statement
- Preparing the academic reference
- IELTS preparation – materials, tests, and consultations
- IELTS registration and support up to the exam date
- Submitting the student finance application
- Applying for a university scholarship
- Legal support up until enrolment
Additional Case Example
In a similar case, Halyna Moldovanova helped a young Ukrainian girl who arrived in the UK during the war to adapt to the local education system. She had only basic secondary education, was unsure about her English level, and lacked the financial means to study. Thanks to Halyna’s professional support, she was able to register for foundation courses, pass the IELTS with a 6.5 score, and later enrol at a university with full state funding. Additionally, she received a scholarship to cover monthly living expenses. All of this was made possible due to well-prepared legal documentation, a strategic approach, and continuous support from Halyna.
Key Aspects of Halyna Moldovanova’s Support
Legal Support: Halyna provides full legal assistance at every stage — from application to financial aid approval.
Educational Guidance: She helps prepare for university admission, write strong applications, and pass required exams.
Migration Assistance: The lawyer also offers consultations on residence, immigration status, and legalisation in the UK.
Question
Who is eligible for “home student status”?
Answer
To qualify for this status, you must:
live in the UK with legal residence status; have resided in the UK for at least 3 years (depending on the programme); provide proof of address, immigration status, and purpose of stay.
A lawyer can help assess your documents and draft a legal justification.
Question
Can I get a scholarship if I have home student status?
Answer
Yes, and you may qualify for:
a tuition fee loan (up to £9,250 per year); a maintenance grant (from £700 to £900 per month); additional grants depending on the university and programme.
Halyna Moldovanova’s case clearly shows how professional legal assistance can fundamentally transform the academic path of a Ukrainian student in the United Kingdom. With a comprehensive approach — from immigration status assessment to exam support — her client gained access not only to prestigious higher education but also to significant financial assistance. In a system where every mistake may cost thousands of pounds, having an experienced lawyer is essential.
Halyna’s legal guidance covers all aspects of the process — consultations, document preparation, communication with public institutions and universities. Her assistance is particularly valuable for those encountering the UK education system for the first time and seeking to avoid costly pitfalls. Halyna does not merely advise — she leads clients step by step toward their goal.
If you want to obtain quality education in the UK, access public funding, and reduce your expenses — seek help from a professional. Halyna Moldovanova proves that expertise, support, and experience are the keys to success in the international education market.
Do not delay — education in the United Kingdom is within reach when guided by the right professional.
