Settling in: since arriving to study in the UK, Nur Aizaan Anwar from Malaysia has enjoyed trips to the beach and improved her swimming.
Creating your life in the UK
However long your international studies are, it’s easy to make the UK your home. Here there’s advice on finding student accommodation, setting up a student bank account and keeping healthy while you study in the UK. You’ll also find tips on budget planning and where to find international student discounts.
Student discounts
Top 10% off discounts available with an NUS Extra card
- Staples - stationery
- Pizza Hut – eating out
- Superdrug - medicines, cosmetics
- Matalan - clothing
- Odeon - cinema
- JJB – sportswear
- Ethical Treasures – Fairtrade
- Topshop/Topman - fashion
- Comet – computers
- Snappy Snaps - photos
This is GREAT Britain
Music, heritage, culture, sport, the countryside and fantastic experiences: This is Great Britain interactive calendar showcases the best the country has to offer, including festivals, art fairs, film screenings and ancient traditions.
- Go to the This is GREAT Britain interactive calendar
- Go to the This is GREAT Britain interactive calendar
Explore Education UK's interactive map
From sandy beaches and mountains, to rolling green hills. From music festivals and football matches, to theatre and art galleries. From quaint old towns to bustling big cities - there’s so much for you to discover in the UK! Explore photos and suggestions of where to visit with our interactive map.
— Start exploringUK support: students with disabilities
There is plenty of support in the UK for students who have disabilities. Find out about accessibility, student services and what's on offer to help you make the most of your UK experience.
— Read more about disability provisionUK support: students with disabilities
There is plenty of support in the UK for students who have disabilities. Find out about accessibility, student services and what's on offer to help you make the most of your UK experience.
— Read more about disability provisionCalculate how much it will cost
The International Student Calculator is a free online tool that's quick and easy to use. It will help you to build a budget for your studies, discover the real cost of living in the UK and get top tips from other students.
— More about the International Student CalculatorInternational student accommodation in the UK
Finding somewhere to live when you study in the UK doesn't have to be hard - you just need to know your options. Depending on where you are going to study, you can choose halls of residence, private student accommodation or even stay with a family.
— Read more about student accommodationSearch
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