UK pre-arrival information

Support for studying abroad Application and pre-arrival support  UK pre-arrival information

We’ll be here for you at every step of your journey

We’ll be in contact with you regularly before you leave your home country, making sure you’re on track and have everything you need to start your studies in the UK. Some of the ways we’ll help include:

Holding pre-departure briefings for you and your family so you can ask any questions you may have
Guiding you through the visa process
Helping you to choose and book your accommodation
Providing you with the student insurance you’ll typically need for your time studying in the UK
Arranging an airport transfer to take you to your UK accommodation

a member of Kaplan staff counselling on the phone

“The Kaplan admissions process and team were the best we’ve experienced!”
Kayode from Nigeria,
University of Glasgow graduate

Watch now (2 min)

“It’s normal to feel some homesickness and face some culture shock. Just give it some time and it will be OK”
Navid from Afghanistan
University of Essex International College

Watch now (2 min)

Pre-arrival support by study destination

Post-arrival support

We offer free airport transfers on the main arrival weekends, so you’ll have a friendly face to welcome you to the UK and make sure you get to your accommodation safely. If you arrive at another time, we can help you arrange a private transfer for a small fee instead.

Then, once you’ve enrolled at your study centre, there will be lots of fun activities arranged for Welcome Week, so you can get to know your teachers and fellow classmates. You’ll also receive practical advice on things like setting up a UK bank account and registering with a doctor.

All of this means you’ll be fully prepared to start your classes and enjoy life in the UK!