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Preparing for university - advice for new students

Start planning your student life before you leave home.

Find out more about our Orientation programme here. It’s a great way to start your new life in the UK, adjust to university life and meet lots of other new international students. Booking opens in early August.

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Before you get here

Prepare yourself with our checklist of things to think about. Get advice on visas, apply for accommodation, start making friends and more.

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Travelling to the UK

Clear maps of our campuses, links to airports, trains and coach services; even some taxi numbers to make sure you reach your destination.

International Orientation students

Orientation programme

Register for orientation and we'll pick you up at the airport, give you a room in halls, and help you make friends at social events. A great way for new students to start your new life in the UK.

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Living in the UK

A short guide to the British way of life - from shaking hands to the National Health Service.

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