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Settling into life in the UK

Settling into life in the UK

Advice for settling into life in the UK, as well as events and opportunities you can get involved in.

Supporting your Student Experience

The University's International Student Experience Manager is here support you and help you make the most of your time here at Reading.

If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact Int.adv@reading.ac.uk or book an appointment to meet in-person. 

The International Advice team can support you with: 

  • Settling into the UK when you arrive and throughout your studies (council tax, schools, healthcare, banking)
  • Understanding the UK culture and developing integration skills
  • Information about the local area and places of interest
  • Advice and signposting to what is available to you to enable you to make the most of your time at Reading.
  • UK sim cards
  • Fraud awareness and support
  • Supporting students from countries in crisis
  • Trips and social events (Sign up to the event mailing list to keep up to date with the upcoming schedule of International Student events!) 

Culture shock

Find out what culture shock is, tips and support

Health information for International students

All you need to know about healthcare in the UK.

International Student Trips & Events

The International Student Advisory Team run a range of activities throughout the year. Join the mailing list to be the first to hear about trips and events for international students.

Opening a bank account

Help and advice on opening a bank account in the UK for International

International students with dependants

Information and contacts to help you feel more at home in Reading.

Students under 18

Information and advice for students that are under 18 at the University of Reading.

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