International student welcome

Coming to Plymouth to study? We're looking forward to welcoming you to the UK and to Plymouth
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Prepare for university life in the UK

This resource will introduce you to some of the things you need to think about before you join us in Plymouth.
 

Welcome lounge 

Available from 9:30 to 16:30 each day from 9 September to 13 September, 10:00 to 15:00 on 14 and 15 September.
Here you will find helpful staff from across the University who are ready to answer your questions on everything from enrolment and understanding your timetable, to the wide range of student services available and much more. We also have social spaces and student ambassadors available every day for the whole week.
Come and say hello!
 

September coach service from London to Plymouth
To make your journey as easy as possible, we are providing an optional meet-and-greet coach service from London to Plymouth.
This service is only available for new international students arriving at London Heathrow Airport (unfortunately, due to limited space, this service is not for accompanying family or friends).
The cost of this coach service is £30.

About the journey

The journey time from London Heathrow Airport to the University of Plymouth campus is about four hours by coach.
We will meet you at the airport to guide you onto the coaches and join you when travelling to Plymouth. We are happy to answer questions you may have.
All coaches will be collecting students from the arrivals collection point at London Heathrow Airport, Terminal 2.
If you are not arriving at London Heathrow Airport Terminal 2, please allow enough time to get to Terminal 2 (the airport has a free bus service that travels between terminals).
All coaches will be departing from Heathrow at 11:00 British Summer Time.

Book your place

The coach service is only available on these dates:
Monday 09 September 2024
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Once you have booked your place, we will send you detailed information about the service. Places are subject to availability. 
Booking closes on Sunday 1 September 2024 at 23:59pm.

Other ways to get to Plymouth

If you do not use the coach service, or prefer to make your own way, you can find different ways to plan your arrival in the UK.
 

After you arrive in the UK

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Checklist of important things you need to do
We know that it is easy to feel confused or lost when you arrive in the UK.
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Visit the Student Hub
Visit the Student Hub in the campus library if you need help. Our friendly staff are happy to welcome you and answer any questions.
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Find your way around campus
Familiarise yourself with campus surroundings and start to feel settled.