Study UK

EXTERNAL RESOURCES

Official UK Guide
www.visitbritain.com

Visa Information
For comprehensive advice on student visas and how they apply to your visit
www.ukvisas.gov.uk for up to date information

Transport
National Rail Enquiries
www.nationalrail.co.uk
Tel: 0845 7484950

Student Employment 
Students from the European Economic Area and Switzerland may work in the UK 

If you are a visa student studying on a full-time course of more than six months it may be possible for you to work for up to 20 hours a week. 

The Au-pair Scheme is open to single people aged 17 – 27 from selected countries. 

Check www.ukvisas.gov.uk (Inf 16) for complete information
For more information visit  www.workingintheuk.gov.uk

Health
Students who come from a country that has a reciprocal health agreement with the UK will be entitled to free medical consultation but may need an EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) Please apply for this and take out suitable medical insurance if necessary before you leave your country.

Please ask your ABLS school for advice if you have a medical or dental problem after you have arrived in the UK.

www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Tel: 0845 4647 (24 hours)

Insurance
Please make sure you have insurance to cover your travel and belongings before you leave your country. Each school has a different policy regarding insurance. It is your responsibility to read the terms and conditions carefully.

Examinations
Your ABLS school will be able to advise you on the best examination for your level.
For more information visit www.cambridgeesol.org

Banking
If you need to open a bank account try 
www.interstudent.co.uk 


THE MEDIA 

Prime Minister – 10 Downing Street
www.number-10.gov.uk

The Times Newspaper
www.timesonline.co.uk

The Financial Times
www.ft.com

The Guardian Newspaper
www.guardian.co.uk

Government Press releases of Today
www.coi.gov.uk

United Kingdom Parliament
www.parliament.the-stationery-office.co.uk



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