Digital Services How To Guides
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.
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International Student Hub
Supporting You at Lincoln
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.
What's open over the holidays?
Staying in Lincoln over the holidays? While much of the University will be closed, there will be some services still available.
Please find listed below the links for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays:
The Chaplaincy Christmas Guide
Events around Campus
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 23 December | Concessionary Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | |
| Tuesday 24 December | Concessionary Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | 3pm to 6pm: ResLife Christmas Eve Carol Concert & Walking Tour of Lincoln's Christmas Lights (Meet outside the University Library) |
| Wednesday 25 December | Christmas Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | 1pm to 5:30pm: ResLife Christmas Day Social (ResLife Lounge) |
| Thursday 26 December | Boxing Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | |
| Friday 27 December | Concessionary Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | |
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Events in the next few weeks
| Event Date | Event Sessions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 30 December | Concessionary Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | 2pm to 3pm: Group Work Webinar (Online) |
| Tuesday 31 December | Concessionary Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | 9pm to 1am: ResLife New Years Eve (ResLife Lounge) |
| Wednesday 1 January | New Year's Day - University Closed | Please visit the links above for the planned activities for students remaining on campus over the Christmas and New Year holidays. | |
| Thursday 2 January | 5:30pm to 8:30pm: Halls for the Holidays (Reslife Lounge) | ||
| Friday 3 January | |||
| Weekend | Sunday 11:30am: Introduction to Harvard Referencing (Online) | ||
| Event Date | Event Sessions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday 6 January | 11am to 12pm: Critical Writing Webinar (Online) | ||
| Tuesday 7 January | |||
| Wednesday 8 January | 10am to 11am: How to get a student job (UL110) | 6pm to 10pm: Games Night (ResLife Lounge) | |
| Thursday 9 January | 12pm to 1pm: How to get a student job (Online) | ||
| Friday 10 January | 10am to 11am: How to use LinkedIn (UL110) | ||
| Weekend | Saturday 12pm: Essay Writing for Postgraduates (UL110) | Saturday 2pm: Games Afternoon (ResLife Lounge) | |
Financial Support
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.
Self Paid Tuition Fees
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.
Academic Support
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.
Student Support and Wellbeing
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.
Personal Tutors
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.
Student Life
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.
Living in the UK
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.
International Student Safety
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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IT Requirements & Software Availability
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.
Accommodation for International Students
If you are looking for guidance on finding accommodation, you can visit our dedicated accommodation for international students pages.
Accommodation Support for Current Residents
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.
Student Life
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.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
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.
Cost of Living Support
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.
Working in the UK
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.
Careers Support
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.
