Money-related FAQs are in the Money Matters section here.

View the on-line Pre-Arrival presentation here.

What happens after I accept Swansea's offer?

The International Student Handbook should have been sent to you with your offer letter. If you have not received a copy, contact us at international@swansea.ac.uk or read it on-line . It has a lot of helpful information you will need now!

To apply for a student visa under Tier 4

Click here to find out more about getting a student visa under Tier 4 of the Points-Based System starting 31 March 2009 - www.ukcisa.org.uk/student/index.php

You can find out more about what help you can expect from the University from here -
www.swansea.ac.uk/international/apply/VisaPointsBasedSystem/

Where will I live?

Visit the Accommodation Office and see the range of choices available; select the type of housing that suits your needs best. There is also a full list of University accommodation costs.

Is there Wireless internet in University accommodation?

Yes! For more information on University accommodation click here.

When do I enrol for my course?

Pre-enrolment information is sent out by the Student Record Unit to your home address in early August with information about the Enrolment and Registration process in September. This pack will contain a form which you are asked to complete and return to Swansea University with passport photographs to create a picture ID card. Other documents contained in this pack will be GP (doctor) registration forms and enrolment information.

What do I need for Enrolment/Registration?

Documents needed:

• Student Record Enrolment Form
• Accommodation Form
• Payment of the first instalment of fees (or full fees - over £4000 - 2.5% discount)
  

When is the Orientation?

The International Welcome and Orientation Weekend will be held on 18th-20th September 2009.  It is organised by the International Student Advisory Service and you will be given information about Financial Matters , Health , and much more, details of which will be posted as they become available. In the meantime, please refer to the International Students Handbook.

University accommodation is available from 18th September 2009.
If you need to look for private accommodation, plan to arrive at least one week earlier and stay in a guest house. Click here for a list of guest houses.

What are the dates of term for 2009-2010?

Autumn (Michaelmas) Term 2009

Freshers Week, Enrolment & Induction Programme : 21 - 25 September
Teaching block 1 : 21 September - 11 December
Christmas holiday (4 weeks): 12 December - 10 January

Spring (Lent) Term 2010

Teaching block 2: 11 January - 19 March 2010 
Easter vacation (4 weeks):  20 March - 19 April 2010

Summer Term 2010
Teaching block 2 continues: 19 April - 19 June*

* Postgraduate courses continue for the duration of the summer through to the end of September 2010.

Will I be met at the airport, bus or train station?

There will be Meet and Greet Service at Heathrow airport and at Swansea bus and train stations over the arrival weekend.
For further information click here.