Student accommodation scams: checks to complete before paying
A practical verification workflow for Indian students checking an overseas room, landlord, payment request and accommodation contract.
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2021 retrospective · Visas & policy
March 2021: the UK Graduate route announcement, in context
A retrospective on the March 2021 announcement, why dates matter and how students can separate a historic policy headline from a current study plan.
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Student life
Prepare for accommodation, campus learning and everyday life overseas.
Understanding a student tenancy: questions to ask before signing
Learn how to prepare questions about an overseas student housing agreement, including dates, bills, cancellation, shared responsibilities and repairs.
University office hours: how to ask better questions and use feedback
Prepare for lecturer or tutor consultations with focused questions, relevant work and a clear follow-up plan during your studies abroad.
Your first week abroad: an arrival plan that leaves room to settle in
Organise your first night, campus registration, practical errands and support contacts without overloading your first week as an international student.
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