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.

International Student Welcome Day

Friday 17 January 2025 in the Rolle Marquee
Welcome to our new students arriving in January 2025. We hope you can attend the welcome day filled with sessions to help you settle in to life in Plymouth.
If you cannot make this day, do not worry. Follow the checklist for important things to do after you arrive in the UK to study and visit the Student Hub in the Library if you have any questions when you arrive. There will also be an international student Settling In Event on Wednesday 12 March 2025, which you will be invited to nearer the time.
Find out more
International students in the city centre laughing and walking.

More welcome information

 

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.
Events and activities

Find out more about the events and activities available to University of Plymouth students on the Student Portal (log-in required).