Pre-trip course for studying in the UK: Teeth filling and glasses

Health: Bring your own commonly used medicines

The UK is divided into two seasons: April to September Spring and summer are sunny and warm; autumn and winter from October to March are humid, cold and dark. So students had better prepare more clothes. The weather in the UK changes very frequently, so it is recommended to keep warm clothes and rain gear with you, and wear multiple layers of clothes so that you can change them at any time.

In terms of diet, it is recommended to eat more fruits and vegetables and less fried food; eat some staple foods, such as bread, potatoes, rice, noodles or macaroni; eat some high-protein foods, such as soy products, Eggs, fish or meat and fresh dairy products.

It is best to have your teeth filled or cleaned before going abroad. Dentists in the UK are notoriously expensive. If you are allergic to certain drugs, please go to the hospital to get a description of the allergy to the drug and an English translation. In case of recurrence, you can go to the doctor with the translation.

International students in the UK can enjoy "medical benefits" with a student visa for more than half a year. Medical expenses can be reimbursed for serious illnesses such as hospitalization. However, doctors will not prescribe casually for minor illnesses such as colds and fevers. Antibiotic drugs. International students can bring their own commonly used medicines, such as antipyretics, diarrhea medicines, band-aids, thermometers, etc.

It is advisable to wear an extra pair of glasses and carry a prescription form in case of emergency.

Accommodation: Apply for school dormitories as early as possible

British institutions usually give priority to international students who enroll in the first year to live in school dormitories. The advantages of dormitories are convenient transportation, complete facilities and a safe environment. . So be sure to contact the school’s accommodation office as early as possible to apply.

86 Experts remind: Many pre-trip preparations are complementary to each other: you cannot book a flight without getting a visa, and you cannot determine the amount of luggage you are allowed to carry without booking a flight, which will affect the packing and storage of luggage. How much will determine your transportation method from the airport to school when you arrive in the UK? Therefore, it is important to act in advance.

Economy: Accounts and insurance are very important

For international students, handling overseas accounts and insurance is one of the most important parts of pre-departure preparation. Tuition fees and living expenses need to be converted into pounds and can be brought to the UK by money order, credit card, traveler's check, etc. You can also consider purchasing study abroad insurance.

86 Experts remind: In addition to figuring out how to bring money to the UK before leaving, you also need to learn how to manage your own money when you arrive in the UK: how to save, spend, borrow and repay. It is recommended that you put money that you don’t use on a daily basis into a savings account. Not only will the interest be higher, but it can also help you manage your own finances.

Social: Decorating for dormitory parties

European students like to organize small parties in their dormitories, which is one of the unique student cultures in the West. Instead of being alone in the dormitory and being disturbed by the noise, it is better to join the party enthusiastically and make new friends. Of course, it is necessary to prepare some appropriate clothing for social occasions.

Travel: Domestic driver’s license is valid for one year

If you plan to drive in the UK, you can bring your Chinese driver’s license and a notarized English translation. Within 12 months after first arriving in the UK, you can use your domestic driving license, and then you need to obtain a British driving license.

If you find that you have lost your passport, don’t worry or panic. First, you need to report the loss to the police station and get a certificate from the police station. Then with the certificate from the police station, three passport photos, and preferably a copy of the old passport, you can go to the consulate to go through the reissue procedures. It usually takes about three weeks. After getting the new passport, you need to go to HOMEOFFICE to go through the visa renewal procedures.

If you need to work, it is recommended to go to the school’s Career Office to find job information.

Instructions for entry into the UK

Don’t bring Chinese herbal medicines: In the UK, many items are subject to restrictions when entering and leaving the UK, such as controlled drugs, weapons, obscene items, and threats to health and the environment. Try not to bring items (certain plants, livestock meat, meat products, etc.), soup-making herbs, Chinese herbal medicines, sausages, etc. that Cantonese people like.

Prepare invoices for electronic supplies: If you bring computers and stereos into the UK, it is recommended to bring invoices indicating the time and place of purchase, because when entering the UK, customs staff will ask you to prove these things. For personal use, otherwise taxable. Also, be sure to label your luggage clearly to avoid losing it.

Don’t smoke in public places: People under the age of 17 are not allowed to bring tobacco and alcohol products into the UK. The United Kingdom promulgated a decree in July 2007 to ban smoking in public places. If you want to smoke indoors in your accommodation, you should first obtain permission from the landlord and other tenants. Otherwise, you will be warned, and in serious cases, you will be severely fined.