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International Students Handbook

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  • Housing, Complaints, and Rights Handbook
  • International Students Handbook
  • Student Representatives Handbook

About the handbook

As an international student, you have made a brave and exciting decision to pursue your studies in a new and unfamiliar environment. We are thrilled to have you here and we hope that your time with us will be both fulfilling and enjoyable. As an international student, you are embarking on a unique and exciting journey that comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities.

While London is a great place to study, it can also be challenging to navigate, especially for those who are new to the UK. That's why we have created this handbook, a comprehensive guide that will help you make the most of your time at Goldsmiths. 

To help you navigate your way through your academic and personal life at Goldsmiths, we have created this Handbook for International Students. In these pages, you will find a wealth of information about everything from finding accommodation and opening a bank account, to navigating the transport system and making new friends. 

We understand that adjusting to life in a new country can be overwhelming, and we want to provide you with all the tools and resources you need to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also know that studying in a new country can be daunting, but we hope that this Handbook will give you the information and tools you need to settle in quickly and smoothly. 

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  • About Goldsmiths: A Quick Introduction

About the Students' Union

  • About Goldsmiths Students' Union
  • How to get involved at the Students' Union
  • Hang out in SU Spaces
  • Join a Liberation Network, Society or Sports Club
  • Get academic advice and support
  • Get involved in Union projects and campaigns
  • Welcome Week
  • Student Union Contacts

Support & Services

  • Emergency & Crisis Support
  • On Campus Support
  • A to Z Guide of external support services

Housing & Accomodation

  • Housing options
  • Renting 101 for International Students
  • Renting Student Accomodation on campus and private
  • Renting in the private sector

From Admissions to Visa Application to Arrival

  • The process overview
  • What is Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)?
  • Checklist of Required Documents for your Visa
  • Tips if you are asked to attend a Visa interview
  • Where can I get support releating to my Visa?
  • 10 Tips for adapting to life in the UK

Before you arrive in the UK

  • Recieving a conditional offer: Do I need an unconditional offer before I apply for a visa?
  • The UK Tier 4 Student Visa Application process
  • Preparing and packing

After you arrive

  • Starting out and setting up
  • Getting a UK Sim Card
  • Open a UK Bank Account
  • Apply for a National Insurance Number
  • Register with a GP
  • Transport and Safety
  • Student Discounts
  • Food Safety Tips

Visa Tier 4 Student Visa Rights

Study & Academic Writing Skills and Resources

  • Tips to plan an essay
  • What is citation/referencing?
  • Subject and Study Support

General Notes on the Graduate/Post-Study Work Visa

  • Important Impact of a Deferral on Your Current Course Assessment

 

The information presented in this handbook is accurate at the time of writing and for guidance only. It should not be construed as legal or professional advice. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented, we make no warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness or suitability with respect to your situation. Please seek professional advice before taking any action. 

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