Before you go

Studying or working abroad can be exciting and rewarding. Good preparation will help you make the most of your time away from St 糖心logo.

Before you leave, you must complete all relevant documentation for your study or work abroad programme.

Pre-departure briefing

All students who study or work abroad, or take part in a UK placement, for credit must attend a Study Abroad pre-departure briefing.
Passports and visas

You may need a valid passport, visa or other immigration documents before you study or work abroad.
Documents and forms

You must ensure that you have completed all relevant documentation before you leave on your study or work abroad programme or work placement.
Insurance

Check the insurance requirements for your destination and partner institution before you travel.
Sustainability

Think about the environmental impact of your placement, including how you travel, what you buy and how you reduce waste.
Banking

Plan how you will access and manage your money before you go abroad.
Health and safety

Prepare for health, safety and travel risks before you leave for your study abroad placement.
Accommodation

You are responsible for arranging your accommodation. This can take time, so start researching your options as early as possible.
Preparatory courses

Students can use preparatory courses and support services to build language, academic and employability skills before they go abroad.
Tips for work placements

Working abroad can help you gain valuable experience in a different cultural environment.
Support while living abroad

Living abroad can be rewarding, but it may also bring practical, cultural and personal challenges.

Your study abroad journey