This document provides a pre-departure guide for international students coming to study in the UK. It outlines various things students need to know and prepare for before arriving, including funding their studies, obtaining a student visa, finding accommodation, getting health insurance, setting up a bank account, figuring out transportation, and being able to work part-time. Students are also encouraged to learn about British culture and connect with other international students. The guide recommends budgeting between £10,000-£35,000 per year and provides resources for students to contact with any other questions.

1. UK -Pre
departure guide
for international
students
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2. All set to arrive in the UK?
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and we support one another as we learn together.

3. Education is the most
powerful weapon which you
can use to change the world.
Nelson Mandela

4. Arrive in the
UK
Here are all the things you
need to know about studying
in the UK as an international
student:
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We will guide you to
understand the things you
need to know before you
arrive in the UK as an
international student.

5. Plan your
funding
Keep all the funding and finances ready
before you at the UK. Prepare a checklist
and consider all the points that must fit into
your budget. Note that you must plan your
budget between £10,000 – £35,000 a year.

6. As an international student
coming to the UK you might need
to apply for a visa, depending on
which country you're from. Follow
all the necessary formalities as
mentioned in the
https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
Organize your
student visa
If your visa is already
processed, keep all the
documents handy.

7. Prepare for
British Life
Join Facebook groups
related to your university
Culturally, the UK is very diverse and
welcoming of people from all
around the world. You'll find plenty
of other international students at all
universities, and most will have
societies to help you meet like-
minded people and those from
similar backgrounds.

8. Sort your student
accommodation
Check out the university's accommodation
facilities
You'll want to get your accommodation sorted before
you land in the UK – the last thing you want is to turn
up and have nowhere to stay!

9. Get your health
insured
Let's maximize the time we
have together
All international students, from both
inside and outside the EU, will need
to prove they have health insurance
to cover them for any healthcare
they need while in the UK.

10. Join our Online Etiquette
Expected decorum as we navigate our virtual classroom

11. Set up a student
bank account
Student bank accounts
include an interest-free
overdraft of up to £3,000
If you're staying in the UK for longer
than a few months (so longer than a
semester), we would recommend
setting up a bank account.

12. Work out the
cheapest way to
make international
calls.
Save money to say "Hello to your
parents.
There are two types of cellular frequencies
that exist around the world: the GSM band
and the CDMA band.

13. Popular Mobile
Networks to Opt for
When you are staying in the UK, you
need a good mobile network to get in
touch with your friends and families.
Here are some of the popular mobile
networks you can opt for when you
are in the UK.
EE
O2
Three
Vodafone
BT Mobile
Virgin Mobile
GiffGaff
Tesco Mobile

14. Alternatively, you can use services like Skype, Zoom, FaceTime
(iOS only), Viber, Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp to have
audio and video chats for free – although these usually rely on
you having a WiFi or 3G/4G/5G connection.
Use the social media channels
responsibly and productively
Don't limit your options to reach your loved ones

15. Figure out public
transport
Trains are often the quickest.
Getting to grips with the public transport
system when you first land in a country can be
a bit daunting. All cities will have a local bus
service which is often the most convenient
way of getting around. First suss out how far
away you're going to be living from campus,
and whether it's worth investing in a student
bus pass to save some cash.

16. Inspire one another
We encourage and
see the good in everyone.
Take breaks
Minimize fatigue and go
offline to recharge and
reset.
Know how many hours you're
allowed to work
Part-Time Jobs
With your student visa,
you'll be able to work up to
20 hours per week
Full-Time Jobs
If your university permits,
you can work up to 40 hours
per week.
Two-Time Jobs
Students can do two jobs at
the same time to meet their
experences.
Find balance
Make time for other
activities that nourish your
mind and soul.

17. Do you have
any questions?
Get in touch with our advisors
for any concerns.
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