I've never lived in the UK so I hope others can chime in, but I just wanted to say congratulations! Congratulations on both completing your bachelors and being accepted into a masters program. I hope your move goes smoothly!
This past year I was able to finally finish my Bachelors degree. After a drunken night and a lot of courage, I applied to a masters program in England.... and was accepted.
So, this fall, I'll be moving from the US to the UK and I am *so* overwhelmed. I know there's a lot of things I need to take care of, and I'm struggling to find answers to all of my questions... and I need tips.
I know living in/near London is expensive, and so is commuting into London via bus or train. My brain is spinning with the unknowns and variables.
Has anyone studied abroad before?
Do you live in London/England and can you offer advice?
I need your help
I've never lived in the UK so I hope others can chime in, but I just wanted to say congratulations! Congratulations on both completing your bachelors and being accepted into a masters program. I hope your move goes smoothly!
caitlin (03-16-2021)
Congratulations on getting accepted into the masters program! Sounds like it will be a great opportunity!
I can't comment on the UK specifically, but with regards to moving to another country, I can recommend a few things:
- Plan to stay in an AirBNB for the first 2-3 weeks or so, to give yourself a chance to check out places in person before signing any sort of lease. Pick a central location for the AirBNB so you can get around easily for the transitional period.
- Figure out what to do for currency/funds, whether this is open a bank account there or find a bank in your current country that can work for this specific move. Bring enough cash to last 4-6 weeks in case there are any delays with getting a bank account set up or accessing funds.
- The school can probably also set you up with a contact there (usually an older student) or offer some specific advice for that region.
- Most everything else will fall into place
The AirBnB tip is helpful, thank you!Originally Posted by Gorilla
Congratulations on getting accepted into the masters program! Sounds like it will be a great opportunity!
I can't comment on the UK specifically, but with regards to moving to another country, I can recommend a few things:
- Plan to stay in an AirBNB for the first 2-3 weeks or so, to give yourself a chance to check out places in person before signing any sort of lease. Pick a central location for the AirBNB so you can get around easily for the transitional period.
- Figure out what to do for currency/funds, whether this is open a bank account there or find a bank in your current country that can work for this specific move. Bring enough cash to last 4-6 weeks in case there are any delays with getting a bank account set up or accessing funds.
- The school can probably also set you up with a contact there (usually an older student) or offer some specific advice for that region.
- Most everything else will fall into place
I'm already vaccinated here in the US, though I'm not sure if that means in terms of quarantining upon arrival... More to look in to!
Gorilla (03-16-2021)
Congrats!! That sounds so exciting. I'm sure you'll adapt great, especially since both countries are English speaking.
I've never been to the UK, so other than sharing your excitement I can't give any valuable advice. Good luck!!
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