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1 WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME A guide for students preparing to join us at International Study Centre, your route to eckett University. Delivered by Study Group isc.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

2 WELCOME TO YOUR NEW HOME is a fantastic place to live and study. This friendly and welcoming city will be your new, exciting home away from home, a place where you will create new memories that you ll treasure for life. We want to help you settle into your new home quickly and easily, so that you can concentrate on your studies and start enjoying student life in. This guide provides all of the important information you need to prepare for travelling to the UK as well as living and studying at International Study Centre (ISC). For up-to-date information before your arrival, visit: leedsisc.com/how-to-apply/arrival-information isc.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/international-study-centre/new-students On your first day at the International Study Centre, you need to attend: Address: International Study Centre, Carnegie Stand, Headingley Carnegie Stadium, St. Michael s Lane, LS6 3R Telephone: +44 (0) Emergency telephone number: +44 (0) Useful websites: leedsisc.com/leeds-beckett ukcisa.org.uk educationuk.org/global/main/living-and-studying gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas Contents Get ready to join us 1 What to bring with you to the UK 3 Arriving in the UK 5 Getting to International Study Centre Your induction programme Your campus Campus map 13 Your checklist 15

3 GET READY TO JOIN US AT THE INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTRE efore you join us, there are five things you need to do first. About the iometric Residence ermit If your Tier 4 visa application is successful, you will have a 30 day entry vignette in your passport (entitling you to enter the UK within the 30 day period indicated) and a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decision letter outlining the details of your iometric Residence ermit (R). See page for information on how to collect this once you arrive in the UK. 1 1 Apply for your visa To study in the UK, most non-european Economic Area (EEA) nationals require a visa. most common study visas are Tier 4 and the Short-term student visas. Our Admissions Centre will advise and issue the relevant documents based on the type of visa you will be applying for. Tier 4 visa For a Tier 4 visa you will need a Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) number which will be issued to you by our Admissions Centre. You can only apply for your Tier 4 visa once you have received your CAS number and three months or less before your course start date. Step 1: Our Admissions Centre will issue a CAS preview by usually within three months of the course start date, provided you: 1. Have met all academic, English language and other conditions in your offer letter 2. Have completed, signed and returned your Acceptance and Indemnity Form to the Admissions Centre 3. Are up-to-date with your payments as stated in your offer letter and payment plan. Step 2: Carefully check all the details on the CAS preview and return the signed CAS Declaration document. Once we have received your CAS Declaration, we will issue you with your CAS statement that will include your CAS number. Step 3: efore you submit your Tier 4 visa application make sure you understand and meet all the requirements to avoid a visa refusal. efore you apply, make sure you have: sufficient funds in an acceptable account for 28+ days paid the surcharge for NHS health care treatment As part of your visa application you may be asked to attend a visa interview either face to face, by video conference or on the telephone. You may be asked questions about the reasons for studying in the UK, why you have chosen to study at your chosen destination and why you will study your chosen course. You should know about your chosen study destination and course and how it relates to your overall career plans as well as how you intend to fund your studies in the UK. You must answer all questions truthfully and accurately. Short-term study visa For the Short-term study visa, you will be issued a visa letter that will outline all the necessary details about your course (duration, fees etc.). As part of the application you will need to submit: Evidence that you can financially support yourself during your studies e.g. bank statements for the last 6 months roof of the course you intend to study You may also need to submit additional supporting documents depending on your circumstances. For both types of visa, depending on the country you live in, you may need to have a tuberculosis (T) test before you apply. lease visit: gov.uk/tb-test-visa/overview for more information You can read the full visa guidance at: gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/student-visas 2 ook your accommodation During your time at the International Study Centre you can choose to either live in allocated student accommodation or arrange your own private accommodation. If you have requested accommodation on your application form, our Central Student Support Team will contact you directly regarding the options available. Ensure that you have provided your contact details to avoid any delay in processing your request. You may prefer to arrange your own accommodation. Make sure that you have secured your accommodation before arriving in the UK and let us know where you will be staying to ensure that there are no difficulties on arrival. ISC.CSS@studygroup.com 3 ook your travel Once you receive your visa, you can book your travel. You should arrive ready for the first day of term to get a good start to your studies. If you have booked your accommodation with us, it will usually be available two days prior to the start of term. You should book any flights home after the official end of term date, which can be found in your offer letter. lease see page for your suggested arrival airport. 4 Complete our pre-arrival form At around one month before term starts, we will you with a link to an online form. You will need to complete this with your travel information - so we know when to expect you - and your visa details. If you would like us to arrange your taxi from the airport, please let us know by ticking the box on the form. 5 Ensure you are insured In our experience, it is essential that international students have the protection of personal insurance for the duration of their time in the UK. When you applied to the International Study Centre, you will have had the option of taking insurance cover with StudyCare lus. This insurance policy covers loss of personal possessions as well as providing health and medical insurance. If you have not taken this option, please make sure you have secured your own policy. For full information on StudyCare lus, visit: isc.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/how-toapply/student-insurance If you need help and advice, your local representative or your student enrolment adviser can help you. 2

WHAT TO RING WITH YOU TO THE UK Top Tips Check with your airline on what you can bring in terms of size and weight for hand and checked luggage. Calling from the UK?

4 WHAT TO RING WITH YOU TO THE UK Top Tips Check with your airline on what you can bring in terms of size and weight for hand and checked luggage. Calling from the UK? Once you re in the UK and calling from a UK phone, you don t need to include the +44 just replace it with an 0. For example, a number that internationally is becomes You ll need to pack some important items, such as your passport and visa, in your hand luggage for easy access, while other non-essential items can be packed away in your suitcase. Things to pack in your hand luggage assport and visa UKVI decision letter Your offer letter Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) statement IELTS certificate or other original Secure English Language Test result Evidence of funding for your tuition fees and living costs, including sponsor letter (if you are being sponsored) Accommodation documents, including your signed tenancy agreement Four passport-sized photographs Any insurance documents Medical certificates including vaccination records Essential toiletries and medications (please check with your airline what s permitted) If you are under the age of 18, a copy of your UK Guardian details Enough money to live on in the first few weeks. We advise using traveller s cheques and not bringing large amounts of cash. Things to pack in your suitcase has a variety of shops so you ll be able to buy everything you need to live comfortably. Many of the personal items you wish to bring with you, such as clothes, accessories and books can go in your suitcase. We recommend that you bring: Comfortable clothing such as trainers, jeans, t-shirts, jumpers and a warm coat. dress code at the International Study Centre is informal. Study supplies e.g. pens and paper notepads these may be less expensive in your country. Laptop computer and charger you can set English as the main language choice. This will help you to improve your English and assist you with everyday aspects of your life in the UK. Mobile phone and charger At least one travel adaptor plug 240v with a three-pin plug (like the one pictured opposite). UK Socket Adaptor Non-UK lug Your accommodation may provide a bedding and catering pack. Check the accommodation section at: isc.leedsbeckett.ac.uk If you have booked private accommodation, you will need to check what is supplied. 3 4

ARRIVING IN THE UK Travelling to a new country can be a little overwhelming.

At order Control If you travel by plane your airline will give you a landing card - fill this in before you arrive at border

If you are from outside the European Union (EU), when you reach border control, please enter through the Non-EU entrance.

You must be able to answer some questions in English and have a basic conversation without the assistance of an interpreter failure

UK border control can be very busy, so don t be surprised if you have to wait in a queue.

5 ARRIVING IN THE UK Travelling to a new country can be a little overwhelming. To make it easier for you, we ve outlined the process below so that you know exactly what to expect when you arrive. At order Control If you travel by plane your airline will give you a landing card - fill this in before you arrive at border control. It will look like the one pictured on the right. If you are from outside the European Union (EU), when you reach border control, please enter through the Non-EU entrance. e prepared for an immigration interview with UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) staff. You must be able to answer some questions in English and have a basic conversation without the assistance of an interpreter failure to do so may result in you being denied access to the UK, at which point you will have to return home. UK border control can be very busy, so don t be surprised if you have to wait in a queue. After collecting your luggage and making your way through customs, you will reach the Arrivals Hall. Welcome to the UK! Top Tip For up-to-date information visit: gov.uk/uk-border-control Make sure you have original, paper copies of all your documents, not in digital formats on smart phones, tablets or other electronic devices. Keep them in your hand luggage in case you need to show them at the UK border. 5 6

GETTING TO LEEDS ISC FROM MANCHESTER AIRORT Top Tip Don t forget to email or phone your parent or guardian to let them know you have arrived.

Should you choose to fly to one of the London airports, we recommend that you take an internal flight from London to Manchester as this is often a less expensive option.

6 GETTING TO LEEDS ISC FROM MANCHESTER AIRORT Top Tip Don t forget to or phone your parent or guardian to let them know you have arrived. Manchester Airport is the closest international airport to. Should you choose to fly to one of the London airports, we recommend that you take an internal flight from London to Manchester as this is often a less expensive option. Alternatively we can provide a taxi transfer. y plane and pre-booked taxi transfer If you are arriving by plane and have asked for a taxi transfer, you will be met by the taxi driver in the Arrivals Hall. driver will be holding a sign with your name on it. If you are staying in private accommodation, provided you have given us the address in advance, the driver should have this information. What if my plans change? If you have booked a taxi transfer but your arrival date changes or you decide to arrange your own taxi transfer, you will need to let us know as soon as possible. We will require two business days notice to be able to change or cancel your booking. lease iscaccommodation@studygroup.com Glasgow Edinburgh lease do not pay the taxi driver as your fare will be added to your account. You will be met by the taxi driver in the Arrivals Hall. driver will be holding a sign with your name on it. If you are heading directly to your accommodation booked with our ISC Accommodation Team, the taxi driver will take you to collect your keys they will have been informed where you will be staying, but it is a good idea for you to have the details to hand. Making your own way y train: visit nationalrail.co.uk Dublin International Study Centre Liverpool Manchester York manchester airport Check your room confirmation for details of where and when to collect your keys, particularly if you are arriving late at night or early in the morning when residence receptions may not be open. If you are arriving when the reception is not open, check your room confirmation for out of hours key collection information. Journey time from Manchester Airport to is just over an hour irmingham London 8

7 YOUR INDUCTION ROGRAMME On your first, exciting day with us it is important that you arrive on time. During your induction you will have a complete introduction to the UK, the University, and the International Study Centre. It s vital that you arrive on time so that you don t miss out on meeting your new classmates and enjoying all of the great social activities that have been planned for you. Activities include a tour of the University campus to help you discover your new home. In order to open a bank account you will need: a passport proof you are a student we will issue you with a letter proof of a UK address proof of your current immigration status We will work with you in your first week to find out about your academic levels and how we can best support you in your studies. What to bring with you on your first day lease bring the following documents, so that we can register you on the course: Evidence of your Secure English Language Test assport UKVI Visa decision letter Sponsor letter (if you are being sponsored) If you are under the age of 18, a copy of your UK Guardian s details Evidence of eligibility to study (non Tier 4 students) During your Induction rogramme you will learn about: Opening a bank account If you bring a banker s draft in pounds sterling with you (payable to yourself) or arrange for it to be sent, you can open a bank account once you have registered for your course. Obtaining your iometric Residence ermit (R) Tier 4 students only. You must collect your R before your vignette expires or within 10 days of arriving in the UK, whichever is later. Staff at the International Study Centre will be able to advise how to collect your R and from where it needs to be collected as well as assist you and make all necessary arrangements for the collection process. What is the iometric Residence ermit (R)? R holds your details (name, date and place of birth) as well as your photo and fingerprints. It shows your immigration status and entitlements while you remain in the UK. Rs are issued to foreign nationals from outside the EEA who are granted leave to enter the UK for more than six months. You are reminded that Tier 4 students studying at the International Study Centre are not entitled to work at any point for full duration of their Tier 4 visa. Any errors on your Tier 4 Visa (Vignette and R) must be corrected and that includes incorrect working right conditions. lease contact a member of staff at the International Study Centre should you have any queries and they will be able to assist you. Your chosen programme Get your all-important timetable and find out what you need to achieve to progress to the University. Registering with the University Once you are registered with the University you will get your student card and be able to set up and log on to the University s internet network. is lots of fun as there is plenty to do. I like the opportunity to meet people from all over the world and everyone in the city is very friendly. I enjoy going to Hyde ark and Museum. museums are free which is great as I like history. I have visited lots of places including Sheffield, York, Oxford and London. Zakria from Libya Studied International Foundation Year in usiness, Law and Social Studies You will also get information about the University sports facilities and gym memberships. Registering with health services and the police (if required) Advice on settling in 1. Say hello to your new neighbours. Living in a student residence is a great way to make new, life-long friends. Other students around you, both from the UK and abroad, will be feeling the same as you. Talking to each other will really help you settle in. Why not take the first step by introducing yourself? 2. Join in! re will be events planned at the International Study Centre as well as plenty of clubs and societies to join. 3. Don t forget to set your morning alarm on your first day you ll need plenty of time to get ready. We want you to feel at home as quickly as possible. If you have any worries, you can always approach any of our friendly staff and they will be very happy to help. 10

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9 CAMUS MA City Campus City Campus Headingley Campus Headingley Campus 6 5 Woodhouse Lane 6 5 Woodhouse Lane A58 (M) A58 (M) Garage Garage Acre Acre 2 Churchwood Ave. Churchwood Ave. Otley Road HEADINGLEY HEADINGLEY 2 CAMUS CAMUS Otley Road 8 General Infirmary 4 Town Hall Calverley St. 3 General Infirmary East arade 1 Civic Hall Millennium Square Great George St. Town Hall Art Gallery Headrow Quebec St. 4 2 Calverley St. Infirmary St. 3 Civic Hall Millennium Square 12 East arade 1 ark Row Train Station 15 mins walk Great George St. Art Gallery Headrow Quebec St. 2 Infirmary St. 12 Woodhouse Lane Light 10 Shopping laza 13 8 Clay it Lane Merrion Way Merrion Centre St Johns Centre Light 1 Leslie Silver 1 Silver Leslie uilding uilding Silver (LS) uilding (LS) 6 (LS) roadcasting 64 roadcasting Calverley lace - uilding lace - (CL) 10 Northern Terrace (NT) Sheila Silver Silver Sheila Library Library Silver Library Humanities 5 Humanities uilding Old roadcasting (A) uilding (A) House Rose owl (R) Coffee Shop Shop Coffee Shop Campus Shop Campus (OH) Shop Student Hub Security Security roadcasting roadcasting lace - lace - Arts uilding 6 Arts () roadcasting uilding () lace - Food Court Reception Reception 8 Queen Square 8 Queen Humanities Square uilding (A) 12 Electric ress (E) 2 Woodhouse 2 Woodhouse uilding uilding (WH) uilding (WH) (WH) Campus Shop Students Union Students Union Union Queen Square Queen House Square (QSH) House (QSH) 13 Wellness Centre - Gym/Fitness Gym/Fitness Centre Centre Centre 10 Northern 10 Terrace Northern roadcasting (NT) Terrace (NT) lace - 10 Queen Square (2nd (2nd Floor) Floor) (2nd Floor) Rose owl (R) Rose Arts owl uilding (R) () 3 ortland ortland 3 uilding ortland uilding (D) uilding Student Hub (D) (D) 8 Student Queen Hub Square Campus Campus Shop Campus Food Court Shop Shop Food Court Queen Square House City Campus (QSH) City Campus 4 Calverley 4 uilding Calverley (CL) uilding (CL) 12 Electric ress 12 Electric (E) ress (E) LS1 3H LS1 3H 135 Old roadcasting 5 Old roadcasting House House 13 Wellness 13 Centre Wellness - Centre (0) (0) (OH) (OH) 10 Queen Square 10 Queen Square leedsbeckett.ac.uk leedsbeckett.ac.uk Core Trinity Shopping laza A58 us Station 15 mins walk Train Station 15 mins walk ark Row Woodhouse Lane 10 8 Clay it Lane Merrion St. 13 Merrion Way Merrion Centre St Johns Centre riggate Core Trinity A58 Arena us Station 15 mins walk Merrion St. Victoria Quarter riggate Arena Victoria Quarter Kirkgate Market City Campus LS1 3H +44 (0) leedsbeckett.ac.uk Kirkgate Market Queenswood Drive Headingley Station Queenswood Drive Headingley Station eckett ark 615 eckett ark atcliffe Wood oatcliffe Drive 615 atcliffe Wood Kirkstall Lane Harrogate Line Harrogate Line St. Chad s Drive oatcliffe Drive St. Chad s Drive Arc Salvo s St. Anne s Roa d Shaw Lane Trio 2 30 HEADINGLEY HEADINGLEY CARNEGIE STADIUM CARNEGIE STADIUM Kirkstall Lane North Lane St. Michael s Rd Cardigan Road 2 St. Mich ael s Lane Otley Road A660 Skyrack Arndale Centre Arndale Centre ox Skyrack Original Oak Headingley Lane To urley ark Headingley Campus LS16 5LF +44 (0) leedsbeckett.ac.uk 1 James Graham 1 James (JG) Graham Graham (JG) 14 (JG) Athletics 14 Track Athletics & 10 Track Fairfax & 30 Yorkshire Hall (FF) 30 Cricket Yorkshire Cricket 23 North Lodge Great Hall Great Great Hall Hall Field Facilities Field Facilities Ground Ground Library Library Design & Technology Centre (DT) 24 Carnegie Village Security Reception Security Library Reception 15 Carnegie 15 Regional Carnegie Indoor Regional 31 Indoor Carnegie 31 Stand Carnegie (HCS) Stand (HCS) ike Fix Workshop ike Security Fix Workshop Reception Tennis Centre Tennis Centre 12 Carnegie 32 Annexe Rugby 32 (CAN) Rugby 25 Coach House (CH) 2 Campus Central ike Fix Workshop 16 Carnegie Research Carnegie Sports Reception 2 Campus Central 16 Carnegie Research 33 Changing 33 avilion Changing avilion 26 Landscape Resource Centre Student Hub Student Hub Institute (CRI) Institute Food Court/Campus 2 Campus Shop Central 13 (CRI) Carnegie 34 Dance Hall Studio 34 (CAR) Dance Studio & Experimental Gardens (LL) Food Court/Campus 1 Shop Swimming 1 ool Swimming (ool) Students Union Hub 14 ool Athletics (ool) Students Union Track & Field Facilities 2 South Lodge 18 Sports Arena 3 Caedmon Hall Food (CAE) Court/Campus Shop 18 Sports Arena 3 Caedmon Hall (CAE) 15 Carnegie Regional Indoor 28 Queenswood 1 lue Hall (lue SH) 4 riestley Hall Students (R) Union 1 lue Hall (lue SH) 4 riestley Hall (R) Tennis Centre 20 Green Hall 20 (Green SH) Hall (Green SH) 2 Carnegie avilion (CV) 5 Leighton 53 Hall Leighton Caedmon (LE) Hall (LE) Hall (CAE) 16 Carnegie Research Institute (CRI) 21 Cottage 21 Cottage 30 Yorkshire Cricket Ground 6 Macaulay 64 Hall Macaulay riestley (MC) Hall Hall (MC)(R) 22 Churchwood 22 Churchwood 1 Swimming ool (ool) 31 Carnegie Stand (HCS) rontë Hall 5 (R) rontë Leighton Hall (R) Hall (LE) 23 North Lodge 23 North Lodge 18 Sports Arena 8 Grange 8 (GR) Grange (GR) 32 Rugby 6 Macaulay Hall (MC) 24 Carnegie 24 Village Carnegie Cavendish Hall (CV) 1 Village Cavendish Hall (CV) lue Hall (lue SH) 33 International Study 25 Coach House (CH) 10 Fairfax Hall 10 (FF) Fairfax rontë Hall Hall (FF) (R) 25 Coach 20 House Green (CH) Hall (Green SH) Centre 26 Landscape Resource Design & Technology 8 Design Grange & Technology (GR) 26 Landscape Resource Headingley Campus Centre & Experimental 21 Cottage Headingley Campus Centre & Experimental 34 Changing avilion Centre (DT) Centre Cavendish (DT) Hall (CV) LS16 5LF LS16 5LF Gardens (LL) Gardens 22 (LL) Churchwood 35 Dance Studio 12 Carnegie 12 Annexe Carnegie (CAN) Annexe (CAN) +44 (0) (0) South Lodge 2 South Lodge Carnegie Sports Carnegie Sports leedsbeckett.ac.uk leedsbeckett.ac.uk Reception Reception 28 Queenswood 28 Queenswood Arc Salvo s St. Anne s Roa d Shaw Lane 33 Trio 30 North Lane St. Michael s Rd Cardigan Road St. Mich ael s Lane Otley Road A660 ox Original Oak Headingley Lane To urley ark

10 YOUR CHECKLIST As soon as possible Have you paid the required fees for your tuition, accommodation and insurance (if applicable)? Have you booked your accommodation? Have you checked your passport is valid for at least six months from your course start date? Have you applied for and received your visa? Up to one month before you depart Have you completed the online pre-arrival form (sent by ) with your flight and visa information? Have you organised money to bring with you? Have you received confirmation of your room allocation? Have you made a copy of your passport and other essential documents? Have you obtained four passport-sized photos? What to bring with you on your first day lease bring the following documents, so that we can register you on the course: assport UKVI Visa decision letter Sponsor letter (if you are being sponsored) If you are under the age of 18, a copy of your UK Guardian s details Evidence of your Secure English Language Test WE CAN T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU. International Study Centre is run by Study Group in partnership with eckett University. For more information visit: studygroup.com 30026_0.18

Welcome to your new home

Welcome to your new home A guide for students preparing to join us at Leeds International Study Centre, your route to the University of Leeds. Delivered by Study Group leedsisc.com Welcome to your new