Preparing for study at Newcastle University Reuven Fletcher MA Cross Cultural Communication and International Relations graduate 2007 & International Officer.
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Preparing for study at Newcastle University
Reuven Fletcher MA Cross Cultural Communication and International Relations graduate 2007 & International Officer
Welcome to Newcastle!
Congratulations on receiving your offer!
Newcastle continues to be one of the UK’s most popular study destinations International student satisfaction now stands at 91%, an increase of 15% in the last five years ( International Student Barometer Autumn 2009)
Introduction
1. Preparing to Come to the UK
Accommodation, Health, Money Matters, the Journey
2. Arrival in the UK
International Welcome, Registration, English Language support
3. Student Life at Newcastle
Public transport, key University dates
4. Pre-Departure Checklist
Preparing to come to the UK (1)
1. Accept your offer 2. Apply for your Accommodation
All international students are guaranteed accommodation once you have firmly accepted your offer, and met the conditions UG accommodation 38 week contract PG accommodation 49 week contract Apply online at
http://accommodation.ncl.ac.uk/apply
Preparing to come to the UK (2): Accommodation Overseas students their first year
guaranteed
University owned accommodation during Over 4
,200
rooms: Self-catered Catered
£71 - £124 per week £99 - £117 per week
Majority of accommodation available on campus and within walking distance, including: en-suite accommodation specialist accommodation for post graduates
Preparing to come to the UK (3): Visa and Health
3. Organise your Visa 4. Health
Eligible for free NHS health cover, on a full-time study programme over 6 months
NHS cover includes free appointments and treatment (prescriptions have a fixed charge £7.20)
Bring copies of prescriptions with you Dental care can be expensive in the UK, so have a check up before you come
Preparing to Come to the UK (4): Money
5. Tuition fees
Can be paid in instalments, by bankers draft, by credit/debit card online, by bank transfer If you pay in a single instalment you are eligible for a 2% discount (tuition fees and accommodation) Online tuition fee payments:
http://onlinepayments.ncl.ac.uk
6. Opening a UK Bank Account
You will need to discuss with your bank at home how you can transfer funds Information at International Welcome
Preparing to Come to the UK (5): Cost of Living Cost of living in Newcastle is LOW in comparison with other UK cities Undergraduate:
£7,500
(9-months) Postgraduate:
£9,000
(12-months) This includes: accommodation, food, study costs, social life, travel costs, clothing.
Arrival in the UK (1): The Journey
1. The Journey
Target arrival date: 21 September Start of Autumn term: 27 September Fly to Newcastle: direct via Amsterdam, Paris Fly to London and travel to Newcastle: avoid this if possible Luggage: weight restrictions, request extra
Arrival in the UK (2): What to Pack - Hand Luggage •Take something warm to wear for when you arrive •Currency: Sterling (also Euros for Amsterdam/Paris) •Health Certificates/x rays •Evidence that you can meet the cost of your study programme (bankers draft) •Certificate of Acceptance •6 Passport size photos •Accommodation details •Contact details for the University and your family •Familiar snacks!
•Mobile phone (and Charger!)
Arriving in the UK (3): International Welcome Dates: Wednesday 21 – Friday 23 September Airport ‘Meet and Greet’ Service Information and Orientation Social Events Vice Chancellor’s Reception
Arrival in the UK (4): Airport Pick up Service
Tuesday 21 September
9.00 am to 8.00 pm
Wednesday 22 September
9.00 am to 7.00 pm
Thursday 23 September
9.00 am to 5.30 pm You need to book this
FREE
service at: www.ncl.ac.uk/international/prearrival/welcome
Arrival in the UK (5): International welcome
International Welcome Sessions
•Accommodation •Wellbeing Service •Student Advice Centre/University Immigration Officer •Careers Service •Faith provision •Student Community Action Network •Insessional Language Provision •Sports Centre •IT Workshop
Arrival in the UK (6): University Registration All students must register formally with the University During registration you will be given a SMART card – which give you access to all the University facilities: Library, computer clusters, Students’ Union Registration takes place after International Welcome
Arrival in the UK (7): English Language Support English Tests on arrival during Registration: not a pass or fail test Free ‘In-sessional’ English Language support for the duration of your course Excellent Open-Access Language Centre More Information at: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/into/
Student Life in Newcastle (1) Students’ Union Excellent sports facilities Campus – city centre location Surrounding Region Affordable living costs
Student Life in Newcastle (2): Students’ Union Job Shop Athletic Union – Home to over 55 sports clubs Catering outlets, shop Home to over 100 Student Societies Welfare Support: Student Advice Centre Volunteering opportunities through SCAN (Student Community Action Newcastle) Student Democracy
Student Life in Newcastle (3): Public Transport Excellent public transport system METRO: underground transport system Local buses Trains International Airport In Newcastle it is quick and easy to get around
Student Life in Newcastle (4): METRO Map
Student Life in Newcastle (5): Key Dates
Target Arrival Date
Tuesday 21 September 2010
International Welcome Programme Dates
Wednesday 21 – Friday 23 September 2010
Freshers Week Dates
Sunday 25 – Wednesday 28 September 2010
Student Life in Newcastle (6): Key Dates
Academic Term Dates: Autumn:
Monday 27 September 2009 - Friday 17 December 2010
Spring:
Monday 10 January 2011 - Friday 01 April 2011
Summer:
Monday 03 May 2011 - Friday 17 June 2011
SEMESTER 1
Monday 27 September 2010 - Friday 28 January 2011
SEMESTER 2
Monday 31 January 2011 - Friday 17 June 2011
Student Life in Newcastle (7): British Culture Smoking banned in public places Drinking legal age 18 Food (and other cultures) University Culture (your time is your own... manage it well!)
Newcastle: a home from home Active Nigerian Student Society: Hanna Kabir ( [email protected]
) or Tonye Dikibo ( [email protected]
) Halal food across the City Restaurants Shops Places of worship on Campus and many more in City
Pre Departure Checklist Firmly accept your offer Arrange accommodation Visa/Passport http://www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk/Welcome.htm
Luggage – weight restrictions Arrange flights Mobile phone – check Bank Account – check Make copies of you passport
Do some pre-departure research!
www.newcastlegateshead.com
www.societies.ncl.ac.uk
www.unionsociety.co.uk
Famous Alumni – Mr Bean!
Rowan Atkinson – BSc Electrical Engineering
Alnwick Castle - Harry Potter
Madame Hooche’s Flying Lessons
Contact us International Office Kings Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU, UK TEL: +44 191 222 6856 FAX: +44 191 222 8667 Register online: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/international/prearrival/welcome