Monday 29 September 2014

Support

• Beware of scams! If you receive a suspicious email or phone call, do not give out any personal information and never make any payments.
• Would you like some maths and statistics help?
• Want some help with studying at university level or to update your skills in research and writing? Find out about Masterclass sessions.

Employability

• Deadline approaching for peer mentoring scheme – don’t miss out! We recommend all students to apply now.
• Find out about the help for Sheffield Hallam international graduates setting up a business in the UK.
• Are you interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate? Attend Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.
• Do you have an interview coming up? Get some help to prepare with practice interview sessions.

Social 

• There are lots of social activities coming up including  Conversation Club, which is a fortnightly networking event and an Indonesian Cultural Event, organised by students.
• Find out about Navratri Festival Celebrations taking place in Sheffield from now until Friday 3 October.
• Remember to check the events calendar regularly and book your place at events.
• Would you like to meet new people and experience other cultures? Join SHU GoGlobal Facebook group to chat with Sheffield Hallam students.

Immigration

• Is your visa due to expire soon? We remind you about the importance of attending a group session with an international student adviser.

Student voice

• The university celebrates students’ volunteering achievements this Friday, with the Hallam Award presentation evening.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team

Monday 15 September 2014

Social 

•  Are you new to Sheffield Hallam University and would like to meet new people to help you feel more at home? Become a Culture Connect mentee.
• There a lots of activities coming up including a tour of the city campus and Sheffield city centre and Meadowhall Shopping Centre.
• Would you like to meet new people and experience other cultures? Join SHU GoGlobal Facebook page to keep in touch with Sheffield Hallam students.

Employability

•  If you are interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate, then ‘Working in the UK after studies’ sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.
• Would you like to help other international students settle into life in the UK while gaining useful skills? Become a Culture Connect mentor.

Immigration

• Are you currently studying for a PhD or Professional Doctorate at SHU on a Tier 4 visa? You may be able to apply for the Doctorate Extension Scheme which provides you with an additional 12 months in the UK to gain further experience in your chosen field.
• Is your visa due to expire soon? We remind you about the importance of attending a group session with an international student adviser.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team

Monday 1 September 2014  

Support

• Have you received an email with the subject line ‘Account update required’? Make sure you follow the instructions in this important security update.
• You can now register for activities online such as Conversation Club and trips.

Employability

• Are you interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate? Attend Working in the UK after studies sessions to find out about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.
• Are you a current student? Would you like to help a new international student to settle in and gain and volunteering experience to add to your CV? Apply to become a mentor for Culture Connect.

Social

• Would you like to meet new people and experience other cultures? Join SHU GoGlobal, a Facebook group for Sheffield Hallam students.
• Are you a new international student? Do you want to learn about other cultures, improve your language skills and settle into UK life? Apply to become a mentee and get support from a Culture Connect mentor.

Immigration

• Is your visa due to expire soon? We remind you about the importance of attending a group session with an international student adviser.
• Are you currently studying for a PhD or Professional Doctorate at SHU on a Tier 4 visa? You may be able to apply for the Doctorate Extension Scheme which provides you with an additional 12 months in the UK to gain further experience in your chosen field.

Student voice

• A selection of students describe their experience as volunteers for the Culture Connect peer mentoring scheme.

Team

• Get to know us and join our other social media sites.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team