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SOAS has been an absolutely fantastic university
My name is Maria, I’m 25 years old and currently writing my master’s thesis in London. I started at SOAS in September, and received great help from Across the Pond throughout the entire process, both with the master’s application itself and other practical matters like the visa application and housing tips.
SOAS has been an absolutely fantastic university. I’m pursuing an international legal degree called an LLM in Human Rights, Conflict and Justice, after completing four years of law school at the University of Oslo. SOAS places a strong focus on colonialism and how it shapes power structures in the world, which has significantly broadened my understanding of international law. The professors are amazing - engaging, supportive, and excellent educators, and I genuinely feel like new connections are forming in my brain after every lecture.
London itself is an incredible city. I’ve never been anywhere as international, and my classmates truly come from all over the world. I’ve had the chance to try endless types of food from every continent, attend countless music events and stand-up nights, and I have the impression that you never run out of things to do here. The only downside I’ve encountered is that the city is quite expensive. Rent is high and the Norwegian krone has been weak this past year. I’ve managed this by getting a part-time job, as a student visa in the UK allows you to work 20 hours a week during term and up to 40 hours outside of term time. I work as a nanny for two of the sweetest and kindest children in London, which has been a wonderful break from studying a few afternoons a week (and it doesn’t hurt to be paid in pounds).
I’m actually enjoying London so much that I’ve decided to stay indefinitely. I’m applying for jobs while finishing my thesis and hope to get an offer before submitting. Without Across the Pond’s help before I moved, everything related to work visas would likely have felt incomprehensible and difficult, but since I’ve already gone through the visa process once and navigated the UK’s public bureaucracy, it all feels much less overwhelming.
I would warmly recommend studying here in London to anyone, and especially SOAS to those interested in social justice, politics, and international law. I’d also recommend reaching out to Across the Pond if you’re considering it—they’ll hold your hand through the whole process!
- Maria
Student Accommodation in the UK
Where do you live when studying abroad? Do universities in the UK offer student housing? How much does student accommodation cost? Did you know that as an international student, you are guaranteed on-campus accommodation for the first or all your years studying at most of our UK universities? You will need to apply by the housing application deadline, and of course the best student accommodation in the UK goes first - so that is a good reason to apply early! There are several different student accommodations, price levels and facilities to choose from!
Most students choose to live on campus in their first year. This is social and a fantastic way to get to know students from all over the world! After that, most students choose to move into privately rented accommodation with their new friends. We recommend everyone to live in university accommodation in their first year, as it is a great way to get to know other students (and not just those on your degree).
Learn more about the different options, on-campus accommodation, how to arrange private accommodation and everything you need before applying for student accommodation in the UK via this webinar!
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Visa for European Students who want to study in the UK
Do you want to study in the UK and are wondering if you need a visa? Maybe you have applied to British universities already, or are considering applying to university in London or elsewhere in the UK, but would like to know more about the UK student visa for European students? This webinar recording is about the UK Student Visa for students who will be starting their studies at a British university and are from European countries. We cover everything regarding the CAS, the application process, cost and other practicalities worth thinking about when applying for a student visa.
Did you know that all non-UK students need a visa to study in the UK? How much does a student visa cost? Is it difficult to get a student visa if you want to study in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland? For most European students in the UK, a student visa is now a fact.
After the UK left the EU, student visas have now become a reality for the vast majority of international students. It is therefore important to familiarise yourself with this process as early as possible, so that you are well prepared when the time comes to submit an application for a student visa. In this webinar recording, we will go through useful information about student visas, when to apply, what you need for the application, costs, and other tips and tricks that can make the process easier. This webinar is suitable for those who have already applied, those who have accepted an offer, but also those who are considering studies in the UK and want to know more about the visa process.
We have the information and tools most people need to be able to go through the visa process without the need for individual follow-up/advice beyond the general information and guide from us. Remember that Across the Pond cannot provide individual advice on your visa application, only certified immigration staff can. In this webinar recording, you will learn about a number of important points that are good to be aware of when you familiarise yourself with the visa process.
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Digital meeting with a Student Advisor
Book an online session with an advisor with Across the Pond to learn more about studying in the UK!
- Make sure you book the meeting at least 2 days ahead of time
- If you want to talk over for instance Teams, just type that into the "Teams-ID" field and we'll arrange to send you a meeting link via Teams (you do not need a Microsoft Teams user)
