International students: After you arrive
Find out about what to do when you first get here, events to help you settle in and support available.
Complete registration
Once you have confirmed your registration details you will receive your student number and login information required to access most University systems (including email).
Your registration will not be complete until you:
1. Collect and activate your university ID card (UCard).
2. Attend an appointment to complete a student document check (right to study) if you are subject to immigration control.
If your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) has been delivered to the University, you will be given it at your student document check. If you are collecting it from the Post Office, bring it with you to your appointment.
Open a bank account
It can take a few weeks to open a bank account. Find out what documents you need and how to do it.
To get a university bank letter you must be a fully registered student.
Pay your fees
- If you are a self-financing student or a sponsored student you must arrange to pay your tuition fees.
- If you are living in university residences you must pay your accommodation fees.
Criminals sometimes target students through scams and online fraud. This can be online, via email or social media, or by phone. Find out what to watch out for and how to protect yourself.
Accommodation
If you haven't found accommodation before arriving in the UK, see our advice on how to find private accommodation.
Doctors, healthcare and vaccinations
Healthcare
See our guide to accessing healthcare services in the UK. Register with the Student Health service or other GP (doctor) as soon as possible.
Tell our Disability Services if you have a health problem, mental health issue, or a disability. We may provide equipment, extra time for exams, or other adjustments.
Vaccinations
Find out about getting vaccinations.
Wellbeing
If you're feeling anxious, lonely or worried, or you are concerned about someone else, request support so that we can help you.
Get a mobile phone
You may need a UK mobile number to use some services in the UK. Find out how to get a UK mobile phone.
Get to know Bristol
- Meet people and make friends.
- Check out student recommendations on where to buy international food, eating out and how to access international faith and other communities in Bristol.
- Find out about events and what's on in Bristol.