Pre-departure briefings

Pre-departure briefings

Prepare for your journey to study in the UK with our informative online sessions. Get answers to your questions about arriving in Sheffield and more.

Briefing categories:

  • Visa, immigration, and travel
  • Accommodation

Choose as many sessions as you wish from each relevant category and sign up in advance using the form below. 

 

Visa, immigration, and travel

Our experts will guide you through the essential steps for trouble-free travel to the UK. Most sessions include a Q&A section to answer any question you have.

Session Dates*

  • Nigeria:
    • Session 1: Tuesday 30 July, 2 – 3.30pm UK Time
    • Session 2: Thursday 8 August, 2 – 3.30pm UK Time - Q&A only
  • Pakistan:
    • Session 1: Wednesday 17 July, 10 – 11.30am UK Time
    • Session 2: Wednesday 7 August, 10 – 11.30am UK Time
  • South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal):
    • Session 1: Sunday 23 June, 11.30am – 12.30pm UK Time
    • Session 2: Sunday 21 July, 11.30am – 12.30pm UK Time
    • Session 3: Sunday 11 August, 1.30 – 2.30pm UK Time - Q&A only
    • Session 4: Sunday 1 September, 1.30 – 2.30pm UK Time - Q&A only
  • SE Asia:
    • Session 1: Monday 15 July, 10 - 11.30am UK Time
    • Session 2: Thursday 15 August, 10 - 11.30am UK Time
 

Accommodation

Make sure to book your accommodation before you travel to the UK. This session provides valuable tips and expert advice on securing the perfect place to stay, whether it's halls of residence or private accommodation. Bring your questions for the Q&A.

Session Dates*

  • Wednesday 17 July, 2 - 3pm UK Time
  • Wednesday 7 August, 2 - 3pm UK Time
 

Additional Resources

 

*Dates are subject to change.