LIVING COSTS

It is estimated that the cost of a single student is around £670 per month, which includes accommodation costs. If you are bringing dependents you should allow for £400 extra per month for each spouse, civil partner or child.


HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD I BRING TO THE UK

It is recommended that you bring no more than £600 to £800 cash or travellers cheques and this should cover you for food, housing and living costs for the first month before you open a bank account.


TRAVEL LINKS (confirmation letter)

Studying in the centre of London means there are plenty of convenient travel links available to you. Hayes & Harlington train station is only a 2 minute walk from the School and there are various bus links situated within a few minutes walk too.

Full time students are able to apply for train and bus concession passes which will allow you to get a discounted student rate making it cheaper for you to travel. You will need a confirmation letter stating you are a full time student or a student card to apply for a travel card.

PHONE CARDS

It is cheaper to use an international calling card or a discount dial number when phoning family and friends at home. There are many companies who can provide cheap calls to countries outside the UK. Please ask your student support services for more information.


REGISTERING WITH DOCTOR’S & POLICE

To register, you will need to visit the reception of your nearest GP’s (doctor’s) surgery during opening hours, taking your offer letter or enrolment letter to show that you are a student. Most GP surgeries have female as well as male doctors. If you prefer, you can ask to be seen by a woman doctor.
You should register with a GP’s surgery close to your accommodation soon after your arrival in the UK.
To find your nearest doctor visit the NHS website.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS

In the event of an emergency the ambulance service, fire service and police can be reached on: 999

For your local police station, please contact the West Midlands Police: 0845 113 500


BANK ACCOUNTS

It is important to open a UK bank account in order for you to have access to British Pounds for living costs, rent and school fees. Your student support officer will have contact details for local banks with competitive rates that will know your situation and be able to help you open a bank account very efficiently.


Working in the UK

Full time students on a course of degree level or above may work a maximum of 20 hours per week. Students on a course of a lower level than degree may only work 10 hours a week.