Seven tips for international students
We asked some international students studying at Sussex to give their top tips for studying in the UK and making the most of their time at university.
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Budget for student life
Plan your budget before you come. Check the price for flights, accommodation, fees, daily spending and so on.”Winky Wong
BA in International Business, China -
Develop your English skills
Master the language, it will help you to communicate and study faster.”Selena Phan
BA in International Relations and Sociology, VietnamFind out about our English Language for Academic Study service
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Join a society
Get involved in societies as much as you can.”Dushani Mathew
MSc in Satellite Communications Systems, Sri Lanka -
Research your accommodation options
Do research on accommodation before you apply. Chatting to current students can be one of the most useful ways to get good opinions and guide you to choose the right place for you.”Winky Wong
BA in International Business, China -
Immerse yourself in UK culture
Fully immerse yourself in the British culture. This is probably your only chance where you’re going to be surrounded by people who come from places you’ve never even heard of.”Yousra Abdelmoneim
BSc in Economics, North Sudan -
Get involved in Sussex life
Get outside your comfort zone. Attend seminars outside your department, join societies that you may not have considered before and say “yes” to new opportunities.”Chantel Lucas
MA in Media Practice for International Development and Social Change, USA -
Build support networks
Keep in contact with both the people you meet in the new country and the people from your home country. It really provides a network for strong support.”Alexandra Bagaini
BA in Psychology, Switzerland