Congratulations!
Now you have arrived the United Kingdom!
What do you do next?
i. Your destination!
(Check page on getting to Birmingham or transport in Birmingham)
Please also take note:
a) For Scholarship Students who will arrive at the Heathrow Airport, London - officers from Unit Penuntut Penuntut (UPP) will be picking you up at the airport. Please inform UPP in advance in regards to this.
b) For SBPP and self-funded students, no UPP officers will be picking you up at any airports. Therefore, you should already plan or book your transportation at your destination in advance to avoid getting charged at a high rate.
ii. ALL Brunei Students are required to attend a short briefing at Brunei Hall in London and acquire your BSU/UPP Card. We advise you to attend this briefing and notify UPP upon your arrival.
Address: 35-43 Norfolk Square, London, W2 1RX
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday (9AM - 4.30PM); Friday (9AM-11:30AM & 2PM to 4:30PM)
ii. University Enrollment! Meet and talk to new people at your university campus, this will ease your worries. Also try to seek for new opportunities at your campus.
iii. Set up a bank account.
(Check page on student budget)
iv. Get yourself a travel card as early as possible to avoid delays! This includes your bus season tickets and railcards if you are fond of traveling.
(Check page on transportation)
v. Get yourself a Sim Card.
(Check page on student budget)
vi. Settle in your accommodation.
(Check page on accommodation)
vii. Set up a NHS account at your nearest NHS location.