International Student Welcome

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Dear Student,

Travelling to a different country, let alone to a city like London, can feel as exciting as it is daunting. But big changes are good, and this is about to be one of the best experiences of your study journey so far!

I’m Akshara and I’m currently an undergraduate student at King’s, here to tell you more about being an international student in London.

I know this can be a confusing time, so I’m sharing my top tips for new international students.

During your time here as a study abroad student, you’ll have the chance to make lasting friendships, live through memorable experiences and discover opportunities you didn’t even know existed. Exploring a new country can be challenging, but you’ll be in good company with countless international students going through similar journeys. Embrace the diversity and support within the King’s community to make the most of this adventure!

Before we get too ahead of ourselves, we have to remember that all great stories start at the beginning. As part of Welcome to King’s, check out International Student Welcome events to meet other international students, feel part of the King’s community and find out more about life in London.

Important to know: these sessions are in addition to the mandatory Welcome sessions held by the Global Mobility team, which you’ll receive further information about soon. Keep an eye on your inbox!

In this email:

Online International Student Welcome event: Join online sessions to learn about life at King’s and hear from key support services
In-person International Student Welcome events: Meet new friends, get practical tips for settling in and connect with King’s services
If you can’t attend International Student Welcome: Access the recorded sessions and find out about other events during Welcome to King’s
Support for international students: Discover King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU) International Student Network and complete your Right to Study check

Wednesday 10 September: all international students Welcome event

Location: Online

Book via the International Student Welcome section on the Welcome to King’s app.

Join virtual sessions exploring life at King’s. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with King’s services and get to know our Chaplaincy team in the ‘Surviving and Thriving’ session.

Joining International Student Welcome events on Campus

Join our in-person International Student Welcome events, with a variety of social activities and sessions on staying safe in London, how to get around the city and top tips to make the most of your time at King’s and in London.

You’ll also be able to attend a Welcome Hub where you can meet a range of services to help you get set up in London. From banking to healthcare to on-campus food outlets and IT services, visa advice, study skills and support, it’s a great place to get you started.

At the end of the day, there will be a Q&A panel featuring current students and staff ready to answer your questions about studying at King’s and life in London. Afterwards, you can join us for a boat tour along the River Thames to see the city’s sights!

Important to know: there are different International Student Welcome events depending on whether you’re studying undergraduate or postgraduate modules.

Postgraduate students:

Thursday 18 September, 09.30–18.00
Bush House, Strand Campus

Undergraduate students:

Friday 19 September, 09.30–18.00
Bush House, Strand Campus

Book via the International Student Welcome section on the Welcome to King’s app.

I can’t attend on 10, 18 or 19 September

If you can’t attend the International Student Welcome sessions, don’t worry! We’ll be recording some of the online sessions for you to watch in your own time. There will also be plenty of other events to meet your peers and to find out more about the services available at King’s in your first few weeks.

Check out events on the Welcome to King’s app.

Support for international students

King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU) International Students’ Network is here to support you and seeks to empower all international students to feel at ease in being heard and understood.

Finally, one of the most important parts of your move to the UK is to complete your Right to Study check. You need to do this online as soon as you get to the UK by logging into Student Records with your K number and password.

I wish you the very best for the coming year and hope you enjoy being a part of the King’s community!

Best wishes,
Akshara

Remember to download the Welcome to King’s app and use the passphrase reggielion25 to find out more about your faculty, upcoming Welcome events and activities, and much more. If you don’t have a smartphone, you can also access the guide via your web browser. 

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