Every beginning is challenging, but when it comes to students to go abroad to study, it might be a bit stressful as well. We all know that international students face difficulties during their settlement in another country. So, here is some advice for international students who are due to come to London. Besides, these devices are from our international team, which means that they share the real-life experience.
- Finances and scholarships.
If you don’t have the money to pay for yourself, there are options available such as scholarships from the universities. So, before you get upset, check the available options. Regarding the finances, you need to plan them carefully. The essential step is planning a budget. This will save you time and ensure that you are not spending at the wrong places. The solution for managing your personal finances might be some apps. We have a post on Twitter about the best free apps for students, so check it out.
- Health care and insurance
Many students often forget about this one. UK has one of the most famous healthcare systems named as National Healthcare System (NHS). Depending on your stay and visa type, you will be able to access it through it. Also, you can access health services through private institutions, but it might costs you more than the NHS.
- Transport
London is one of the cities with the best-developed transport system. You will find very easily commuting to every part of London. Besides, there are a lot of places to be visited. So, if you want to make the most of your stay in London, consider visiting at least one attraction per week. Well, it depends on how busy you will be with the studies, but the main part is to manage your time.
When traveling around London, you can use the Oyster card. This is a travel pass that you can use it as pay-as-you-go or have a weekly/monthly zone card. About the zones… it’s quite confusing, but you will get used to it. It just takes time and attention. Also, you can use your contactless debit or credit card. As a student you will have a discount at TFL, so don’t forget to create a student Oyster card.
- Sim cards.
The first thing to do as soon as you land in the city is to get a new sim card. Go for pay-as-you-go (often referred to as prepaid in some countries) offer initially, and you can upgrade later as per your needs. For international calls, you can consider low-cost international call providers like Rebtel, Lebara, and Lycamobile for good quality cheap calls.
- British’s culture
Manners are very important for British people. One of the most common words that you will hear will be ‘’Sorry’’ and ‘’Thank you’’. Try to use it often as others because if not, you will sound rude and impolite. At first, you will be amazed how often people say these words, but after few months, you wouldn’t notice, and every second sentence of yours will finish with ‘’Sorry’’; ‘’Thank you’’ and ‘’Please’’.
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