Before you arrive - a checklist
Coming to London (possibly for the first time) is as scary as it is exciting. We know this!
So, to help ease you in, we’ve put together a series of helpful tips to get you through the transition, whether you’re a local or not.
Enroll online 💻
You might have received information from UAL about how to enroll online. If not, don’t fear, there’s a good few weeks before you should chase it up!
It’s important to enrol online before you arrive to start your course, as you will need evidence of enrolment to get your student card, which you will need to enter the buildings for lectures. You’ll also need to have enrolled before coming to any of our Freshers’ Festival events, taking place on campus. We don’t want you to miss those! If you’re confused about this at all just email your course contact for help.
Get your finances sorted... 💰
If you need student finance or a visa to study here then make sure that you get these sorted out before you come. The student loans company has lots of information on the website to guide you.
… and ensure they’re safe!
Make sure that your bank accounts are all in order and that you have all the details stored in a safe place. You will guaranteed need some amount of money for something almost immediately, so ensure that you’re always able to access your bank account. It’s a good idea to set up online banking. Check out how to manage your money better here.
Map it out 📍
London is a beautiful city to get lost in, but that’s not much comfort if you’re running late for something! If you’re at all unsure about what to do, then it can be a good idea to plan out some of your most useful journeys (such as from your accommodation to your campus) ahead of time so that you’ll always be in the right place at the right time. For tips on this check out our transport post.
Keep your contacts close ☎️
It’s a good idea to not only take your mobile phone with you when you’re out and about, but also to memorise or write down the important contact numbers - just in case you lose your phone or run out of battery. That way you’ll always be able to contact someone in an emergency. Major key: buy yourself a power bank!
“Alright, mum…”
These might sound like overkill but they are things you may find really useful to prepare for the move to London! That being said, don’t worry if you forget anything as it won’t be the end of the world - we are always here to help you out!