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A Guide To Studying And Living In Britain
Kris Rao

This book offers advice on the British education system and university life in Brtiain, as well as offering an insight into British culture and customs...

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Kris Rao - Kris Rao is an official provider of services to meet student welfare needs at Reading University. He has produced a range of informational leaflets and booklets for the international students who study there.

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A Guide To Studying And Living In Britain

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  1. Preface
  2. Application Benefits Of British Higher Education; Choosing The Right Educational Institution; The Application Process; Undergraduate Courses; Postgraduate Courses; English Language Requirements; Applying As A Short-Term Visiting Student; Glossary Of Educational Terms;
  3. General Information Facts About The Uk; British Customs And Habits; Money And Banking; Post Office Services; Insurance; Utilities; Shopping; Discount Cards; Time; Weights And Measures; Telephone; Internet; Emergency Services; Personal Safety; Radio; Television; Newspapers And
  4. Travel Travelling To The Uk; Getting Around The Uk; By air; list of Uk airports; train; coach; ferry; getting around the UK
  5. Immigration Passport Or Travel Documents; How Do I Apply For A Student Visa Or Entry Clearance?; Arriving In The Uk; Police Registration; Extending Your Student Visa Whilst In The Uk; Visas To European (Schengen) Countries; Visas To Other European Union Countries; Con
  6. Health National Health Service (Nhs); Reciprocal Healthcare Agreement; Registering With A Doctor; Nhs Direct Or Nhs 24; Dentists And Opticians; Pharmacies; Private Healthcare; Counselling Services; Vaccinations; Bringing Health Records To The Uk; Health Issues In
  7. Employment Eea Nationals; Non-Eea Nationals And Work Permits; Where To Find Work; Wages; National Insurance And Tax; Employment Rights; Glossary Of Tax And Nl Terms; Useful Telephone Numbers; Useful Websites;
  8. Money Bringing Money From Home; Bank Accounts; Choosing The Right Bank; Building Societies; Glossary Of Banking Terms; Budgeting; Financial Difficulties; What Would It Cost You?;
  9. University Life Settling In To University Life; Student Support On Campus; Student Media; Study Methods In British Colleges And Universities; Graduation; Religion; Equality; Lgb Groups; Volunteering; Sports And Clubs; Useful Websites;
  10. Accommodation Halls Of Residence; The Host System; Private Shared Accommodation; Repairs And Maintenance; Glossary Of Accommodation Terms; Useful Websites;
  11. What Next? Applying For Another Course; Staying On As A Tourist Or For Graduation; Working In The Uk After Your Studies; Students In Scotland; Storage; Sending Goods Back Home; Reverse Culture Shock; Useful Websites;