EDUCATION
cates and diplomas match the equiva- lent of A-levels. If you are able to go to university in your home country, you are almost always able to do this in England, too. You might have to get a certificate to prove your level of English but you can get those in your home country.
• If your preferred university doesn’t ac- cept your diplomas, you can always look for an Access to HE course. It can be tricky to get into but if you start applying on time (and not a few months before you’re planning to move, like me) you should be fine. Tere are also options to get the equivalent to A-levels in your home country that will help you get into university in the UK straight away, but make sure to check these with the university.
• Applying for English universities is done via UCAS, which I experienced as a very easy and accessible website. It’s pretty straightforward but if you have any questions you can get on the help chat with UCAS.
• One year at English universities usually costs £9,250 in tuition fees. As I was a European student, I was able to get a loan for my tuition fees from the English government. I didn’t get a maintenance loan, so with a part-time job on the side I was able to pay for rent, food, etc. Once I start earning over a certain threshold, I start paying off my student loan. You might also be able to get some sort of financial help or loans from your home country so make sure to double check that.
Even though I was disappointed about
not getting into university straight away, the Access to HE course made a world of difference for me. It really prepared me for university in a way that made the next three years a lot easier. It helped me to get used to the English standard in essays and exercised me to study in my second lan- guage. I feel really grateful for the opportu- nities I had and being able to get into my dream course. Living and studying abroad can be difficult but it has been the best de- cision I’ve ever made! It’s helped me to grow and do what I love doing the most.
Nele van Hout is a travel and lifestyle blogger sharing free travel guides and expat tips. Follow her adventures at
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