International Student Pre-Arrival Guide
A guide for International students to prepare for your arrival in the UK
Pre-arrival and orientation information
Hello, and a warm welcome to the University of Suffolk! It is time to get ready for your studies and life in the UK. This guide shares important information about travelling to the UK and living here, your first week, and the support available to you as a University of Suffolk student.
By the end of this guide, you will: 1. Get to know the team that supports international students at the University and how to get in touch with us. 2. Understand your arrival dates, immigration requirements and what documents to bring with you. 3. Know more about your accommodation options in Ipswich. 4. Know what to pack and be able to plan your journey, including detailed transport routes from the different London airports to Ipswich. 1