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Studying in another country can be challenging, from communicating in a new language and adapting to different ways of learning, to making new friends and socialising. That's why we've brought together a range of information and links to help you get settled.
Access the digital copy of the International Student Handbook and slides from Welcome Week on our SharePoint. You must be logged into your student account in order to access it.
Once you are enrolled and have attended the range of helpful events and activities available during Welcome Week, we'll continue to run events throughout the year to help support you in various aspects of your academic study and social life here at Lincoln.
You can access a timetable of upcoming events below. Check back regularly as we will be updating this with new events from various departments around campus.
| Event Date | Event Sessions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 24 March | 10am to 11:30am: Understanding Assessment Briefs & Planning Essays Effectively (MB1104) | 12pm to 1pm: Step Ahead: Practical Career Tips for International Students (Online) | 5:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good programme: Mixed Gender Just Play Football (Sports Centre) |
| Tuesday 25 March | 12:30pm to 3:30pm: Museum of Lincolnshire Life (Starting in MB1103) | 3pm to 5pm: Report Writing: Results and Discussion (MB1103) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Badminton (Sports Centre) |
| Wednesday 26 March | 10am to 11am: How to get a graduate job (Online) | 2pm to 4pm: Library IT Help and Support Session (University Library) | 3pm to 5pm: English for Dissertation Writing (Online) |
| Thursday 27 March | 10am to 11:30am: Academic Vocabulary: Tools (MB1103) | 12pm to 1pm: English Reading Club (MB1103) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Netball (Sports Centre) |
| Friday 28 March | 10am to 11:30am: Using Evidence, Paraphrasing and Synthesis (MB1104) | 11am to 12pm: Introduction to Harvard referencing (UL101) | 6:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good Ultimate Frisbee (Sports Centre) |
| Event Date | Event Sessions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 31 March | 10am to 12pm: Computer Skills for Academic Study: Using Microsoft Excel (INB2101) | 3pm to 4pm: Articulating Skills for UK job market – Get Hired Prep (Online) | 5:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good programme: Mixed Gender Just Play Football (Sports Centre) |
| Tuesday 1 April | 10am to 11am: How, when and why: Talking to an employer about a disability or a mental health condition (Online) | 3pm to 5pm: Reflective Writing (MB1103) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Badminton (Sports Centre) |
| Wednesday 2 April | 10am to 11:30am: Exam Preparation (MB1104) | 11:30am to 12:30pm: OSCOLA Referencing for Postgraduate Law Students (Online) | 3pm to 5pm: English for Dissertation Writing (Online) |
| Thursday 3 April | 10am to 1pm: Get Hired! (Isaac Newton Building Atrium) | 11am to 11:30am: Finding information for business (Online) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Netball (Sports Centre) |
| Friday 4 April | 5:15pm to 6pm: Kinball session (Sports Centre) | 5:30pm to 6:20pm: Feel Good Lacrosse (Sports Centre) | 6:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good Ultimate Frisbee (Sports Centre) |
| Event Date | Event Sessions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 7 April | 10am to 11:30am: Editing and Proofreading your work (MB1104) | 5:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good programme: Mixed Gender Just Play Football (Sports Centre) | |
| Tuesday 8 April | 2pm to 3pm: Introduction to Academic Writing with the Copilot AI (Online) | 2pm to 3pm: How to feel confident about your future career (Online) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Badminton (Sports Centre) |
| Wednesday 9 April | 10:30am to 11am: Academic integrity and success with Copilot (Online) | 1pm to 1:40pm: Finding information with Copilot: your AI study buddy (Online) | 3pm to 5pm: English for Dissertation Writing (Online) |
| Thursday 10 April | 12pm to 1pm: Coffee & Conversation (MB1103) | 1pm to 1:30pm: Copilot: your ultimate AI study buddy (Online) | 5pm to 5:50pm: Feel Good Netball (Sports Centre) |
| Friday 11 April | 5:15pm to 6pm: Kinball session (Sports Centre) | 5:30pm to 6:20pm: Feel Good Lacrosse (Sports Centre) | 6:30pm to 7:20pm: Feel Good Ultimate Frisbee (Sports Centre) |
The finance department can help you with tuition fee queries, accommodation fee queries, payment methods, payments plans, and general payment queries.
If you require advice, the Student Support & Advice Team and the SU Advice Centre are available to help you.
Recent increases in the cost of living are affecting everyone. To help ease some of the uncertainty you may be feeling, the University of Lincoln and the Students' Union have created a dedicated hub which provides a range of helpful information and advice on how to manage your finances and the support available.
Within 21 days of enrolment your tuition fee balance needs to be cleared in full or you need to have set up an agreed payment plan.
If this is not complete then your study progression with the University may be affected as per the University General Regulations. Tuition fees can be paid in full or by setting up an instalment plan online. Instalments are due on the 15th of each month for a term of between two and nine months commencing in the month of enrolment.
In addition to a range of events to help you adjust to studying in the UK, we offer a range of help and support services for academic matters to help you settle in and make the most of your time at Lincoln.
At the University of Lincoln, we take great pride in placing our students at the heart of everything we do. We understand that leaving home, starting university, and embarking on your future career is a big step, but at Lincoln, it’s not one you have to take alone.
Our Student Support Centre is situated at the heart of our Brayford Pool Campus and is the first port of call for helping you to find the support you may need. Our specialist teams offer free, impartial, and confidential advice and information on an array of topics - from fees, funding, and making payments, to housing, visas, and legal issues.
As soon as you have enrolled at the University, you will be able to register with our on-campus Health Centre and you can also seek specialist advice from our Student Wellbeing Centre. The team includes student wellbeing advisors, mental health advisors, and counsellors who can provide advice and guidance in relation to disability, medical conditions, learning differences, and mental health.
You will be allocated a Personal Tutor from your School. Your Personal Tutor is a member of academic staff who will be your point of contact for academic issues and personal issues that impact on your ability to fully engage with your course. They will help direct you to relevant teams as required.
Living in a new country can be an amazing experience, but sometimes you need bit bit more help with learning where to go. Here you will find some resources to help you settle into life as a student in Lincoln.
Our Living in the UK guide can provide useful advice and information to help you plan your finances, both before you start your course at the University of Lincoln and during your studies.
Student Services and Lincolnshire Police have put together a safety guide to help keep you safe during your time in Lincoln. Learn about local laws and what to do if you find yourself in need of help.
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Before purchasing a laptop or software please consult this guide and check what is provided by the University and if specific laptop specifications are suggested for your Programme.
If you are looking for guidance on finding accommodation, you can visit our dedicated accommodation for international students pages.
If you are living in University managed accommodation, our ResLife Team provide you with opportunities to settle in, meet new people and have a great experience throughout the year.
Our Student Life blog hosts a range of helpful information and tips to help you settle in, all written by current students. Read about the experiences of other students here at Lincoln.
The University of Lincoln is proud of its vibrant and diverse multicultural community and recognises the importance that faith, belief, values and spirituality play in the lives of many people.
Our helpful video contains top tips for navigating the UK railways, along with essential safety recommendations.
Our helpful guides can assist you with a range of common IT issues you may face when getting started at university, including multi-factor authentication, passwords, WiFi, and email.
Preparing you for your future career in the global graduate jobs market shapes your student experience from the day that you enrol. Alongside our industry-engaged approach to teaching, we have a dedicated, award-winning Careers team to support you throughout your time at Lincoln and beyond You can access a wealth of resources on our Careers and Employability website, including a dedicated Careers Guide for International Students.
Your Student visa allows you to work up to 20 hours per week during term-time. You can request a Certificate of Study through your OneUni account to show your employer.
