Studying overseas is a tough decision and usually not easy as one need to be independent and strong throughout the whole course. Well, look at the bright side, we are able to meet new people from all around the world, travel to new and exciting places and a whole new lifetime experiences.
In this post, we will share informations mainly for us, the international students.
Firstly, we need to apply visa and need to know more about these requirements. Most of us who wishes to study here in UK will fall under Tier 4 ( General Student ) Visa, so get yourself updated as these visa requirement update frequently. Check them out at www.ukvisas.gov.uk and www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk . Besides checking out visa, you can check out advices given to international student and etc. Of course you will need to know about your university as well, for example our Teesside University.
If there is any inquires regarding university or difficulty in arriving Middlesbrough. There are the International Student Advisers and they can be contacted on international@tees.ac.uk
Trouble traveling in UK, we made a special post regarding this issue as well, click here. Meet and Greet Service is available on the international pages at www.tees.ac.uk/sections/international/meet/cfm. Trouble packing up, here is some tips.
Once arrived, prepare yourself with the change of climate and culture shock. This is a common issue among most international students. UK have seasonal climate, its advisable to have some warm clothing upon arrival in UK, especially during autumn because UK weather is much colder compare to most country. You will need thicker cloths during the winter, but most winter cloths can be bought in UK itself as they are more affordable and better design compare to warmer countries.
Register with GP soonest possible, it is advisable to register with the nearest GP to where you live. You will require to have letter of confirmation, passport and UK address. Consulting a GP is free but you will require to pay for the medicines. You can make an appointment through call or nurse in any surgery house. Share your information regarding GP to friends, warden or even landlord. This is for emergency situation, as they will know where to take you to? Want more informations? Contact 0814 4647 or visit www.nhsdirect.uk
All emergency and accidents medical treatment are free, if you required an emergency ambulance, please call free 999. Although there are medical treatment here, we do advise students to take care of themselves with proper, healthy and balance diet with light exercise.
What are you waiting for? We are waiting for you over here.
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