Checklist

• ✔ Pay your tuition fee deposit (if required). In most cases, you’ll need to pay this before your CAS can be issued.
• ✔ Receive your CAS from the University.
• ✔ Apply for your Student Visa and book your biometric appointment.
• ✔ Apply for university accommodation - you can explore the options available here
• ✔Start shopping for university essentials and preparing for your move.
• ✔Join online freshers groups to meet future housemates and coursemates.

• ✔Activate your IT and university email account.We'll email you to let you know when it's ready.
• ✔Once it opens, complete online pre-registration.
• ✔ Pay your tuition fees. You'll be able to do that during your online pre-registration submission
• ✔Book your in-person registration appointment.
• ✔Start exploring optional modules and checking your draft timetable online.

More detail registration information can be found on our Welcome pages.

• ✔Arrive in the UK (recommended arrival window: Sept 23–27). If you're staying in campus accommodation, aim to arrive on your official move-in date).
• ✔Collect your BRP card and attend your visa registration interview.
• ✔Register with a local doctor (GP).
• ✔Get a UK SIM card and open a bank account.
• ✔Buy bedding, kitchen items and essentials for your room. We have a large supermarket in Colchester right next to the campus.
• ✔Start familiarising yourself with the campus and local area.

• ✔Attend course inductions and meet your department staff.
• ✔Join student clubs and societies at the Freshers' Fair.
• ✔Explore the university campus and the local town.
• ✔Attend international student welcome and support sessions.
• ✔Check your final timetable and access course materials on Moodle.
• ✔Start making new friends and getting into student life!

• ✔Get into a routine with classes, study sessions, and social activities.
• ✔Check for part-time job opportunities on campus or nearby.
• ✔Attend academic workshops or drop-ins to enhance your skills.
• ✔Explore local attractions and cultural spots in your town or city.
• ✔Settle into your accommodation and keep in touch with your family back home.
• ✔Stay on top of your coursework and ask for help if needed!

• ✔ Confirm your place through UCAS (once you have your results).
• ✔ Apply for university accommodation – see options here.
• ✔ Sort out your student finance – apply for your tuition fee and maintenance loans.
• ✔ Start shopping for university essentials like bedding, kitchenware, and stationery.
• ✔ Join Freshers' groups online to meet future housemates and coursemates.

• ✔ Activate your IT and university email account – we’ll email you when it's ready.
• ✔ Complete online pre-registration.
• ✔ Set up payment for tuition fees or confirm your student loan.
• ✔ Book your in-person registration appointment.
• ✔ Explore optional modules and check your draft timetable online.

More detailed registration information is on our Welcome pages.

• ✔ Move into your accommodation and meet your housemates.
• ✔ Collect your student ID card at your in-person registration appointment.
• ✔ Register with a local doctor (GP).
• ✔ Set up your UK mobile phone and check your WiFi access.
• ✔ Do a big supermarket shop to stock up your kitchen and supplies.
• ✔ Explore the campus and get familiar with your new surroundings.

• ✔ Attend your department induction and meet your lecturers and tutors.
• ✔ Go to Welcome Week events, fairs, and social activities.
• ✔ Explore societies and sports clubs you might want to join.
• ✔ Check out student support services and what’s available if you need help.
• ✔ Get ready for your first official lectures!