International student checklist

Apply for a visa or entry clearance (if applicable)
Apply for accommodation or research private housing (accommodation should be booked and confirmed prior to entry into the UK)
Plan your journey to ensure you arrive in time to attend any inductions programmes
Arrange travel insurance
Arrange medical insurance if you are studying at Amity for less than 6 months
If you are studying at Amity for more than six months as a Tier 4 student, you will be required to pay an immigration health surcharge (allowing NHS access) as part of your visa application fee. The charge will be £150 per year of leave granted on your visa.
If you need to bring medication make sure you have a doctor's note translated into English to accompany it
Plan your budget
Check for any restrictions on the amount of money you can take out of your country and any restrictions on goods that can be bought into the UK
Ensure you have access to sufficient funds should you experience any initial complications opening a UK bank account

Items that can easily be bought in the UK
Books - these will take up considerable baggage allowance and it is unlikely that you will receive your reading list until you have enrolled
Towels and bedding - these will take up valuable space in your luggage and can be purchased locally or through some student accommodation
Banned or restricted items - these can be viewed on the HM Revenue & Customs website http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/customs/banned-restricted.htm

Collect your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) (Tier 4 students only)
Enrol - you will have received an enrolment appointment
Pay the remaining tuition fees if you have not done so already
Attend induction programme - details of these will be sent directly from the Academic Unit