Originally Posted by
SamPope5
Unfortunately, I cannot spend any more time in Europe as I am going to exceed my 90 days allowance so will not be able to do that,
Exceed your 90 days
visa-free allowance. If you apply for and are granted a student visa, that allowance no longer applies. Some countries allow you to apply while still in-country and then stay beyond the 90 days while they process it.