New international student checklist
Get ready for Sheffield by completing your to-do list tasks.
If you’re beginning your studies at the University of Sheffield International College, please refer to your emails for advice on your essential tasks instead of this page.
5 weeks before
15 August - 21 August
Complete online pre-registration phase one.
Complete your online tasks.
Celebrate your success and get involved on social media!
Find your coursemates and meet loads of other new students through the University of Sheffield new students Facebook group.
Get advice and information at one of our online offer holder briefings.
Book an appointment for your in-person right to study check.
If you haven’t already applied, apply for your CAS number as soon as possible.
If you haven’t already applied, apply for your visa as soon as possible.
Check if you need to provide evidence of a tuberculosis (TB) test as part of your visa application. Do this before applying for your visa.
Check if you need to provide ATAS clearance as part of your visa application (do before applying for visa). If you’re unsure what you need for your application, contact our International Student Support, Advice and Compliance team (ISSAC).
Register for accommodation if you haven’t already done so.
4 weeks before
22 August - 28 August
Get your tickets for Welcome Week 2022 including freshers events and nights out.
Start to think about what you need to pack - attend our student panel: packing and making the move - my experience and tips on 24 August. Register for either the 12pm session or 4pm session (UK time).
Register for our Meet & Greet service if you are arriving into Manchester Airport.
Meet & Greet Service September 2022
Inform us of any accessibility requirements.
Speak to the Disability and Dyslexia Support Service
3 weeks before
29 August - 4 September
Check and confirm your travel arrangements (once you have received your visa!) - attend our Pre-Departure Briefing on 31 August. Register for either the 12pm session or 4pm session (UK time).
Complete online pre-registration phase two
Look out for an email containing instructions on accessing your IT credentials and follow the steps.
Register with the University Health Service if you haven’t already.
- If you haven’t already, we recommend getting your MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and MenACWY (Meningitis) vaccinations.
- Please remember to bring any current medications you take with you and make sure you have enough for your first few weeks.
Complete your Financial Declaration.
Get ready to arrive in the UK. Get some UK currency (£ sterling) or set up a bank card that will work in the UK.
If you’re going to live in University accommodation, prepare for moving in.
2 weeks before
5 September - 11 September
If you haven’t already, book an appointment for your in-person right to study check.
Take a look at our Clubs and Societies to explore what you could get involved with.
Get to know the city of Sheffield.
Ask questions - if you need support you can get advice from Student Services.
Check whether your cell phone will work in the UK and whether you need to buy a UK sim card.
1 week before
12 September - 18 September
Get involved in Orientation Week - online or on-campus.
Make sure all you’ve completed your online pre-registration phase one and phase two tasks - these need to be done before you arrive.
Access the International Student Success online programme (available on Blackboard site). Check your University email account for instructions.
The day before
Check that you have your new address and you know how to get here.
Make sure you have everything packed. Do you have UK adaptors or UK-compatible plugs for your electrical items?
Bring the following documents in your hand luggage:
- Your CAS number and/or details of your course
- A recent bank statement
- Details of your accommodation
- Any medical documents
- Don’t bring any restricted items into the UK
- Have your passport ready and remove it from its cover
- Bring a pen with you so you can complete a landing card on the plane
Know how to reach us if you need anything:
Arrival day
You made it! Enjoy your new life in Sheffield and making new friends. We’re here if you need us.
Get support from Student Services Information Desk (SSiD)
Check if you need a TV Licence
You will need a TV Licence if you’re watching or recording any TV live. Find out more at tvl.co.uk/students
First week
19 September - 25 September
- Complete your in-person right to study check
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Complete your in-person right to study check. You must attend an in-person right to study check to be able to study with us.
Pick up your UCard and BRP (Biometric Residence Permit) if you have one.
- Check your visa details and responsibilities
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Check your visa details are correct. If there’s a problem, let us know straight away.
Student visa durationCheck your visa conditions and responsibilities.
- Open a bank account
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Remember to open a UK bank account.
- Register with the University Health Service
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Register with the University Health Service if you haven’t already.
We recommend getting your MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) and MenACWY (Meningitis) vaccinations.
If you haven’t had these vaccinations yet and would like them, please attend the University Health Service Registration event at the Modular Village (Northumberland Road) when you arrive in Sheffield.
Please remember to bring any current medications you take with you and make sure you have enough for your first few weeks.
- Attend induction and welcome events
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Look out for your department's induction events. Remember to check your University account emails for information about these.
Attend your Race Equality and Sexual Consent talks.
- Download our safety app
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Download our safety app, so that you can contact security if you need help and stay safe around campus.
- Explore our sport facilities
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Start exploring the sport facilities at the University and find out more about gym memberships.
- Attend Welcome Week fairs
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Attend the Freshers' Fair on 19 and 20 September and bag yourself some freebies from over 40 of your favourite brands, slices of Domino’s pizza, and lots of useful info to help you get settled in Sheffield.
Check out the Activities Fair on 21 and 22 September and meet 200+ student clubs and societies!
Explore the Sports Fair on 23 September and meet more than 50 sports clubs and find out about all the sport and fitness opportunities on offer.
Teaching for the majority of programmes will begin on 26 September 2022. You should aim to have arrived in Sheffield and completed your registration before this date so that you are able to begin your studies from the start of term. Your last possible start date is 17 October 2022.
If your course has an earlier start date than 26 September 2022 you will have a different last possible start date.