UK Guide
Life in Leeds
With a population of around 800,000, Leeds is the fourth largest city in the UK after London, Birmingham and Manchester. It is one of the most exciting and fastest growing cities in the UK.There is a wide variety of shops and restaurants from all around the globe and the city is a centre for music, [...]
What to Expect
Studying overseas is a great way to develop a broader view of the world, but moving to a new country can be quite a shock and you may feel homesick at first. This is completely normal; many students who move away from home to study feel the same. There are many ways you can help [...]
Police Registration
Non-Commonwealth students admitted to the UK for a period of more than 6 months must register with the Police. (Exceptions: EU, US and Japanese nationals.) Registration is stamped in your passport when you enter the UK. This is a legal requirement, so it is important that you check your passport. Students who must register with [...]
Working
It is important that you plan carefully how to fund your studies and your stay in the UK. To apply for a visa, you need to show that you have your first year’s tuition fees, plus your living expenses (usually £7,200). You will also need to consider your accommodation costs and the cost of living [...]
Health
There are medical requirements for international students entering the UK. They often depend on your nationality, so we advise you to check with the British Embassy in your country and find out what is required. If you are currently receiving any medical treatment in your home country or have suffered from serious illnesses in the [...]
Banking Facilities
One of the first things you should do on arrival is open a UK bank account. This can take up to 4 weeks, so you need to bring enough money with you to pay your tuition fees and some living expenses. If you have a credit or debit card from your home country, it would [...]
Living Costs
The cost of living in Leeds will vary depending on your lifestyle, the type of accommodation you chose and its location. Prices in the UK can also vary due to exchange rates with your home country and this may lead to an increase in your cost of living. The minimum you can expect to pay [...]
What to bring with you
Money You will need enough British currency to meet your expenses when you first arrive here – think about rail fares, taxi fares, meals and other personal expenses. Try to bring some low denomination money, such as £5 notes and £1 coins. Buses and smaller shops, for example, may not change large notes. £300 should [...]