UK public holidays and traditional celebrations
Whether it's a snow fight at Christmas, a carnival in May or ice-cream on the beach in August - UK public holidays are a rare treat for everyone to enjoy.
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Life in the UK
The UK is bursting with energy and has a fascinating heritage ready to explore. As an international student you’ll fit straight into the UK’s multicultural society, ready to enjoy a student life full of excitement, fun and creativity.
Preparing to travel to the UK
Things to think about before you travel to the UK. Have you:
- Bought all travel tickets?
- Arranged travel insurance?
- Made arrangements for your family?
- Obtained a doctor’s letter?
- Ordered currency/travellers’ cheques?
- Checked permissions on money transfer?
- Checked government restrictions on money transfer?
- Arranged personal insurance?
- Checked what to declare at customs?
- Weighed your baggage?
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
Travelling in the UK
The UK has great transport links from big cities to the countryside. Traveling to your UK place of study and beyond is easy - and you could save money as an international student.
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Planning your budget for UK study? You need money for course fees, utility bills, council tax, food, books, equipment and, of course, a social life. We’ve put together some tips to help you manage your money.
— Read moreStay safe during your UK studies
It's easy to stay safe and secure while you study in the UK. British police have a duty to protect everyone, but you should be aware of your own personal safety.
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Study in the UK and you’ll find an array of exciting experiences to discover - music, celebrations, accents, people to meet, places to visit – the list is endless. As the UK is such a cosmopolitan society you’ll find that many UK customs are already familiar to you – so you’ll settle in faster than you think.
— Read moreInternational student accommodation in the UK
Finding somewhere to live when you study in the UK doesn't have to be a chore - you just need to know your options. You can choose between halls of residence, private student accommodation or even lodging in a family home.
— Read moreContacting home while studying in the UK
It's easy to stay in touch with friends and family back home when you study in the UK. High speed internet is widely available, long distance phone calls are cheaper than you think and international postage is very reliable.
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