Discover all of our resources and events to help you prepare for your first steps as a new student on our Welcome to Westminster page.
Who is the New to the UK programme for?
Moving to a university in another country can be both exciting and daunting. To help you settle into the UK, the University, organises a programme of activities for international students who are new to the UK and starting a degree at the University of Westminster. We will help you meet new people and introduce you to living and studying in the UK.
The programme is not aimed at Education Abroad or Exchange students, who will have a separate programme organised by the Study Abroad team.
When and where will the New to the UK programme be held?
The New to the UK programme will be held over two days prior to the start of enrolment at our Marylebone Campus. The dates for September 2024 are:
- Tuesday 10 September 2024
- Wednesday 11 September 2024
Read the full New to the UK programme
There are other activities for you to join which are offered by the University of Westminster Students' Union:
Wednesday 11 September: 4pm–6.30pm
International High Tea
Enjoy cake and tea while meeting other international students, staff and student leaders.
The Hideaway, Regents Street Campus
Join us at the International High Tea
Thursday 12 September: 1pm–4pm
London River Cruise
Enjoy a picnic and then a cruise on the Thames.
Meet in the park opposite the London Eye.
Book your tickets in advance by Thursday 29 August.
Find out more about welcome events run by Westminster Students' Union.
How do I book my place on the New to the UK programme?
The booking invitation will be sent to all new international students who have an unconditional offer on a course and have paid their deposit. Invitations will be sent out from the last week of July on a rolling basis. After you have booked your place you will be sent joining instructions and information about the programme on Wednesday 4 September 2024.
The deadline for booking your place is midday (BST) on Monday 2 September 2024, but the event may become full before then, so book your place as early as possible.
Please note: booking a place on our New to the UK programme does not mean you have enrolled at the University and your place may be subject to you having a student visa and other documentation. You will receive further communications about enrolment later in August. You can also visit our webpage about enrolment or get in touch if you have any questions.
Accommodation for the New to the UK programme
Even if you have been allocated a room in halls for the academic year, you will need to contact our accommodation team if you need somewhere to stay during the New to the UK programme. Email: [email protected]. Please note that accommodation is free for this period, but you may not be allocated the same room that you will be in for the rest of the academic year.