INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FINDING THE RIGHT ACCOMMODATION AND INSURANCE QUDRAT KHAN
Moving out of your home to venture into the unknown can be scary, but when that ‘unknown’ is a completely different country, scary doesn’t even begin to cover it. From deciding on your accommodation to remembering to take out healthcare insurance to avoid having a cold for three months, here are a few suggestions to follow to ensure your time as a student in the UK starts smoothly:
1. Accommodation:
There are many different types of accommodation available, from University-owned flats to private sector halls of residence. The latter is often a popular choice, and has been since the influx of students choosing to study at University. This could be because the interior of most private sector housing has been refurbished to a high standard, due to the amount of investment they have acquired. The layout of the accommodation is also pleasing in the sense that it often offers a large communal area, which is great for getting to know your new flatmates in a relaxed and informal setting. The security of private sector accommodation
is usually 24 hour, meaning that your safety and belongings are ensured. If you choose to live in private sector residency when you arrive in the UK for your studies, you will be reassured to know that the sector allows you to sign an agreement in advance of your coming to the UK, meaning that you can move straight in when you arrive, unlike some agencies that require your physical presence in order to sign a document. University owned accommodation is what most people go for, but note that they are usually reserved for first-years and post-graduates, therefore second and third year students, both domestic and international,
are often exempt from living in University owned residency.
Another expected option to consider are landlords as because they represent themselves, they don’t require an administrative fee, only a deposit. As a result, you are more likely to have a stronger relationship as you’ll be in direct contact with them. However, it is crucial to maintain good relations with your landlord; they have the power to deny you your deposit. And walk into the residence unannounced, which might be a bit awkward if you still haven’t tided up from that amazing party the other night.
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