International student welcome

Coming to Plymouth to study? We're looking forward to welcoming you to the UK and to Plymouth
Aerial photo of Plymouth

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.
 

International Student Welcome Week – Monday 9 to Friday 13 September 2024

Welcome Lounge
Join us in the Rolle marquee which will be open to all new students on campus every day during welcome week.  
You will be able to book onto campus tours, speak to staff, learn about support available at the University of Plymouth and the important things to do after your arrival in the UK. It will provide the perfect opportunity to ask questions and meet other students. 
We are currently busy planning a programme of activities and talks – please revisit this page at the end of July for further details.

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

International student in a library 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.

Student walking past the student services/student hub reception desk. 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.

BA (Hons) Graphic Communication with Typography - Roland Levinsky Building Find your way around campus
 Familiarise yourself with campus surroundings and start to feel settled.