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A long-term UK Visit visa of 2, 5 or 10 years is available but approval typically requires a strong travel history eg several previous visas for the UK or similar eg Canada, US, Schengen. The UK Standard Visit visa is valid for up to 6 months and is usually multiple entry. https://www.gov.uk/standard-visitor-visa so you should be able to use it for eg weekend visits from time to time. Your study visa for Germany should count in your favour.