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Studying in the UK: How to Get Started
By Laura Bridgestock
Updated March 5, 2016 Updated March 5, 2016This article is sponsored by the University of South Wales.
Are you considering studying in the UK? The UK is a first-choice destination for students from all over the world. A university prospectus or website can only tell you so much, so it’s a great idea to speak to UK university representatives when they visit your country to get a real feel for a place.
University international recruitment teams are here to help you with any enquiries you may have about studying at the UK university they represent, whether you are just thinking about studying in the UK or have already submitted your application. International recruitment teams work closely with their own enquiries and admissions teams to ensure that applications are dealt with efficiently and in a timely manner.
Dr Lisa Davies, International and EU Recruitment Manager, has worked in international student recruitment since 2002. Lisa is responsible for co-ordinating and managing the international and European marketing and recruitment team and their activities at the University of South Wales.
Lisa says, “One of the more important things to consider, when you begin to look for the right university, is to check if they offer the course you wish to study. International students from all over the world study over 500 different courses at the University of South Wales, ranging from foundation courses, to undergraduate degrees, to PhD study. It’s important not to just judge by the degree title as the content of similarly titled programs will often vary between universities. Take in the details of their programs and find the right match for you.”
What questions should you ask about studying in the UK?
So if you’re considering studying in the UK, what questions should you be asking at education fairs and exhibitions and at universities’ agents’ offices?
One of the more important questions to ask, when you begin to look for the right UK university, is to check if they offer the course you wish to study. In no particular order, here are a few other suggestions:
If you are a national of a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA), you will probably need a visa to study in the UK, so confirm what the visa and immigration procedure is.
When you are choosing where to go to university, the quality, availability and value for money of accommodation can be a key part of the decision making process, so find out what accommodation options are available.
Choosing student accommodation in the UK
For the majority of international students, coming to study in the UK means living away from home for the first time. Where you live can be just as important as what you learn, whether you want to live on campus, or nearby.
Finding the ideal place to live can be daunting, but your chosen UK university will have a team offering advice and support for your accommodation needs. There’s a huge selection of accommodation for students in the UK – from halls of residence on campus to privately rented rooms in the local area – so you should be able to find something that is right for you.
If you’d prefer to live off-campus in private accommodation within commuting distance, the majority of universities will help you find something suitable. Some international students prefer to stay with a host family or share a house with British students, as it provides them with a good opportunity to improve their English.
It’s important to allow yourself plenty of time to make your accommodation choice, so when you are speaking to a university representative ask them about the accommodation application deadline.
You could also ask:
Final tips when meeting a representative of a UK university
Finally, here are some more tips from Lisa for meeting a university representative:
For more information about the University of New South Wales, and to find out when the university’s international or EU team is visiting a city near you, email [email protected].
This article was originally published in November 2015 . It was last updated in March 2016
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