BOOKING AN ENGLISH COURSE
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IMMIGRATION AND VISAS
WORKING IN THE UK
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General

How do I find somewhere to live in the UK?

All language schools offer student accommodation, such as homestay or hostel accommodation. You may have to apply by a certain date to be guaranteed a place, especially in the summer months. There is also private sector accommodation available. You will need to arrange some form of accommodation before you arrive in the UK, even if it is only temporary.
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Can I get free health care for myself and my family whist I study in the UK?
Yes, if you are on a course lasting 6 months or more you can get treatment from the National Health Service (NHS) from the beginning of your stay. You will not have to pay for hospital treatment, but you may have to pay for some dental and optical treatment and a standard charge for medicines prescribed by a doctor, depending on your income. This also applies to your spouse and children (children under 16, or under 19 and in full time education do not normally have to pay for any treatments).
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Can I use my driving licence from home to drive in the UK?
This will depend on where your licence was issued. You may be able to drive using your current licence for up to 12 months and then take a test. Alternatively, you may be able to exchange your licence for a British licence or to apply for a provisional licence and then take the test.
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How easy is it to get a British visa? What documents do I have to show?

Your nationality will determine whether you are required to apply for a student visa before entering the UK or not. Some nationalities are allowed to arrive in the UK and apply at the port of entry for a student visa.


Can I work part-time to raise money for living expenses?
As a student you are allowed to work for 20 hours per week during term time and full time during vacation periods. However, many students find it difficult to combine full-time study with part-time work. Post-graduate students find it especially hard to combine studies and working. Part-time work is usually done in the evenings and during weekends when there are no classes.
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What kinds of jobs are available for students and how much do they usually pay?
Students usually work as waiters/waitresses, cleaners, shop assistants, petrol bunk assistants, etc. They usually pay four to five pounds an hour.


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