Health articles: If the weather is wet, bring your own commonly used medicine.
There are two seasons in Britain all year round: April to September is spring and summer, sunny and warm as spring; From June 65438 to March of the following year, it was autumn and winter, wet, cold and dark. The weather in Britain changes very frequently, so it is recommended to take warm clothes and rain gear with you, and the clothes should be worn in multiple layers for easy replacement at any time.
Can British students enjoy a student visa for more than half a year? Medical benefits? Medical expenses can be reimbursed for serious illnesses such as hospitalization, but doctors for minor illnesses such as colds and fever will not prescribe antibiotics. International students can bring their own commonly used drugs, such as antipyretics, diarrhea drugs, band-AIDS, thermometers and so on.
If there is something wrong with your teeth, you'd better fill them or wash them before going abroad. British dentists are famous for their high fees. If you are allergic to certain drugs, please go to the hospital to issue an explanation of your allergy to the drug and an English translation. In case of recurrence, you can take an interpreter to see a doctor. It is recommended to wear an extra pair of glasses and an optometry sheet in case of emergency.
Diet: the food is monotonous, and the nutrition should keep up.
Pay special attention to diet when studying in Britain. They only have potatoes and tomatoes, so it's difficult.
It is suggested to eat more fruits and vegetables and less fried food; Eat some staple foods, such as bread, potatoes, rice, noodles or macaroni; Eat some high-protein foods, such as bean products, eggs, fish or meat and fresh milk products.
Anyway, nutrition should keep up!
Accommodation: apply for school dormitory as soon as possible.
British colleges and universities usually give priority to international students enrolled in the first year to live in school dormitories, which have the advantages of convenient transportation, complete facilities and safe environment.
So be sure to contact the accommodation office of the school as soon as possible to apply.
Economy: With high consumption level, credit card financing is very important.
Students studying in the UK generally apply for overseas hukou and insurance, which is also one of the most important parts of preparation before departure.
Tuition and living expenses need to be converted into pounds before studying abroad. In addition, you can bring them to Britain by money order, credit card, traveler's check, etc. And you can also consider buying study insurance.
Fortunately, with the popularity of credit cards in recent years, most international students began to choose to take a dual-currency credit card out of China. The credit card environment in Britain is very good. Whether you pay tuition or shop, you can swipe one card at a time.
At present, there are many dual-currency credit cards to choose from in China, among which the dual-currency credit card tailored by Minsheng Bank for international students is very popular among international students.
Social articles: dormitory party features, pay attention to the preparation of clothing.
European students like to organize small parties in dormitories, which is one of the unique student cultures in the West.
Instead of being disturbed by noise alone in the dormitory, it is better to attend the party enthusiastically and make new friends. Of course, it is necessary to properly prepare some social clothes for this purpose.
People are a country of etiquette, so pay attention to your clothes!
Travel articles: the domestic driver's license is valid for one year, so don't be nervous if you lose your passport.
If you plan to drive in Britain, you can bring your China driver's license and English translation certificate. You can use your domestic driver's license within 12 months after you first arrive in the UK, and then you need to obtain a British driver's license.
If you find that you have lost your passport, don't panic.
First of all, you need to report the loss to the police station and get the certificate from the police station. Then take the certificate of the police station, three passport photos, preferably a copy of the old passport, and you can go to the consulate to go through the formalities. It usually takes about three weeks. After you get a new passport, you need to apply for a new visa at the Ministry of the Interior.
Special Note: Guidance Notes for Entry into the UK
Don't bring Chinese herbal medicine: In Britain, many items are restricted when entering or leaving the country, such as controlled drugs, weapons, dangerous goods, items that threaten health and the environment (some plants, livestock meat, meat products, etc. ), as well as Guangdong people's favorite soup, Chinese herbal medicine, sausage and so on. Should be avoided as much as possible.
Prepare invoices for electronic products: If you bring computers and stereos into the UK, it is recommended to bring invoices indicating the time and place of purchase, because when you enter the UK, the customs staff will ask you to prove that these things are for your own use, otherwise you will have to pay taxes. In addition, be sure to mark your luggage to avoid losing it.
Smoking is prohibited in public places: people under 17 are not allowed to bring tobacco and alcohol products into the UK. In July 2007, Britain promulgated a law prohibiting smoking in public places. If you want to smoke indoors, you should first get the consent of the landlord and other tenants, otherwise you will be warned and severely punished.
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