British Council Research – Opportunity to win an iPad Pro!

January 18, 2016 Yat Tang Leave a comment

We will be sending you an email from internationalexperience@shu.ac.uk about a research project they are running. British Council logo

They are interested to learn more about the influences and decision-making process for international students in the UK.

Your answers will help the UK university sector to improve the communication of its offer to students like you from around the world.

Below is an online link to a simple survey which asks about your own thoughts and experiences.

http://surveys.researchstories.co.uk/surveys/j2015researchstories005/login.asp

The survey will take about 10 minutes and will remain open until the 24 January.

Please answer as fully as you can.

Everybody who completes the survey will be entered into a prize draw. Two winners drawn at random will each receive a brand new iPad Pro worth £700.

Immigration, Support

Right to Rent Checks

January 18, 2016 Sonia Palmer Leave a comment

Are you living in privately rented accommodation?

If so then you need to be aware that from 1^st February 2016 onwards, landlords of private rental accommodation will be responsible for carrying out ‘right to rent’ checks to ensure that their tenants have the right to reside in the UK. The requirement to carry out right to rent checks applies to all adults (aged 18 and over).

Therefore all students living in private rented accommodation will need to present their original passport, or a combination of acceptable documents to prove they have the right to reside in the UK for the duration of their tenancy agreement.

International students will also have to present their visa and biometric residence permit (see List B).

Landlords are required to keep copies of the documents they check.

This will not affect students living in halls of residence as they are not subject to right to rent checks.

If you have further questions about this you can speak to an International Experience Adviser in a daily drop in appointment.

Beyond Europe, Funding from the UK, GoGlobal opportunities

Canada Memorial Scholarship 2016

January 11, 2016 Samantha Jane Logan Leave a comment

To us, it’s about identifying tomorrow’s leaders – individuals with the potential to inspire others with their choices and actions.

“So far, we’ve enabled 30 exceptional individuals – from journalists, professors, scientists and politicians in the making, to visual and creative artists. Every one has gone on to achieve great things and act as an ambassador for a connected Canada and Great Britain.”

Full scholarships are available to British students applying for any year-long postgraduate course with an accredited Canadian further education provider.

The Awards are offered annually for British students or graduates wishing to pursue a postgraduate course at a university or other appropriate institution in Canada.

The Awards, tenable for one year only, will cover airfares, fees, maintenance, accommodations and other allowances.

Candidates applying for courses of more than one year may be required to provide assurances that they have sources of additional funding available to them that will enabled them to complete the course (These awards are not available for study at a doctoral level).

Candidates should be United Kingdom citizens resident within the United Kingdom. They should hold, or expect to hold, a first or upper second-class Honours degree. In addition they should be able to show convincing reasons why they wish to study in Canada.

Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate leadership and ambassadorial qualities as well as strong academic credentials.

For more information about how to apply, check out the Canada Memorial Foundation website: http://www.canadamemorialfoundation.org/2016-scholarship-application-deadline-sunday-17-january/

Welcome

This week’s news & festive greetings!

December 22, 2015 Rylan Czuczman Leave a comment

Tuesday 22 December 2015

Firstly, all in the International Experience Team would like to wish you a Merry Christmas!

Social

Are you staying in Sheffield over Christmas? Check out our events post and get involved in some activities!
Want to win £50? Have a look at our fantastic photo competition!
Can you sing, dance, play an instrument? Perform at our festival and showcase your talent
Want to join Culture Connect mentoring scheme? The next intake will be in January. Apply now to be added to the waiting list.

Employability

Are you taking part in extracurricular activities whilst studying at Sheffield Hallam? Apply for Hallam Award!
Are you interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate? Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Student voice

Help us with our Healthy Relationships Project by completing our anonymous survey.

Immigration

Is your visa due to expire soon? If so, you must attend a group session.

Best wishes,

International Experience Team

Team

A merry Christmas from your International Experience Team

December 22, 2015 Samantha Jane Logan Leave a comment

Our service 12341308_860936607336891_2339872681864981199_n (2) will close from Thursday 24 December and re-open again on Monday 4 January.

See you in the new year!

Funding from the UK, GoGlobal opportunities

India Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan 2016

December 8, 2015 Samantha Jane Logan Leave a comment

As part of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP), the Government of India is offering two awards for scholarships to UK citizens wishing to study in India!

Eligibility

Applicants must be citizens of the United Kingdom.
Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements of the course and institution at which they intend to study.
Candidates may not study courses in medicine or dentistry.
Priority will be given to candidates who have not previously studied in India.

All the relevant details can be found by clicking on the below link: http://cscuk.dfid.gov.uk/apply/scholarships-uk-citizens/india/.

Application form and associated documents can be downloaded below or from the ICCR website: http://iccr.gov.in/content/commonwealth-scholarships

Applications should be on the official application form, together with certified copies of all requested supporting documentation. In the case of those applying for an MPhil or PhD, it is also necessary for an application for approval of research visa to be submitted.

Completed application packs should be sent in hardcopy, along with six photocopies, to:

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC)
Ms Huma Akhtar c/o ACU, Woburn House 20-24 Tavistock Square London WC1H 9HF

Email enquiries to: csfpout@acu.ac.uk

Closing date for receipt of nominations at the above address: Monday 4^th of January 2016

*Please note that this is the deadline set by the ACU to receive and select candidates and nominate to the London agency in time to meet their deadline of the 8^th of January 2016. Therefore any applications received after the 4^th of January will not be considered.

Welcome

This week’s news

December 8, 2015 Samantha Jane Logan Leave a comment

Tuesday 8 December 2015

Social

Make friends from around the world at Christmas Conversation Club on Wednesday 9 December.
Staying in Sheffield over Christmas? Check out our events booklet.
Join HOST UK and meet with a local British family!
Can you sing, dance, play an instrument? Perform at our festival and showcase your talent
Want to join Culture Connect mentoring scheme? The next intake will be in January. Apply now to be added to the waiting list.

Employability

Are you taking part in extracurricular activities whilst studying at Sheffield Hallam? Apply for Hallam Award!
Are you interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate? Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Student voice

Help us with our Healthy Relationships Project by completing our anonymous survey.

Immigration

Is your visa due to expire soon? If so, you must attend a group session.

Best wishes,

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