Once you are here

 

If you have any questions whilst at the University your first stop should be the Student Centre. Based right in the middle of St George’s, just inside the main entrance to the University the experienced, friendly staff can advise and support you with any issues you may have.

Student Centre opening hours

Mondays and Tuesdays: 8.30am - 5.30pm
Wednesdays: 9.30am - 5.30pm
Thursdays and Fridays : 8.30am - 5.30pm

Tel: 020 8266 6344
email: studentcentre@sgul.ac.uk

Read more about the Student Centre.

Once you arrive at St George's there a number of ways we will support you through your studies. Our student support page gives a handy A-Z. Below are some specific ways we offer support and advice to our international students.

Careers

As an international student you also have full access to all of the support provided by the careers service so if you wish to discuss your career, make an appointment to talk to the careers adviser.  The careers adviser can not give you advice on work permits or visas. For this you can contact the St George's international student support officer at the details above.

English language support

When you get here, you might find that the way English is used is different from what you are used to or what you have been taught at home. Whether its pronunciation, colloquialisms, or writing style, you may find that you’d like some extra help once you arrive. Find out more at the Student Centre.

International students house

International Students House (ISH) is a social, cultural and recreational centre in central London to which you will have free membership. Open all year round, it’s the ideal place to make new friends in a safe environment. Visit International Students House website.

International student society

Of course, you are more than welcome to join any of the student societies run by St George’s and the University of London, and you will automatically become a member of our International Student Society, which works closely with staff to represent your interests and organise a wide range of unmissable social events!Our Students’ Union (SU) offers too many events, volunteering opportunities and sport clubs to list here. And if there's nothing that takes your interest you can even start your own society. Visit the SU website for more details.

International student support

There is an International Student Advisor based at St George's to assist with anything that is puzzling or worrying you, and help you get the very best out of your time here. Please use the details below if you have any specific questions or needs and they will put you in touch with the International Student Advisor.

Tel: +44 (0)20 8725 2333
email: enquiries@sgul.ac.uk

Money and living costs in the UK

The cost of living in the UK is quite high. Despite this Tooting, should you choose to live here, is cheaper than the rest of London. St George's can offer advice and help with budgeting once you reach the UK. Check our Fees and UK finance section for more information.

Tooting life

Tooting is a culturally vibrant place with a diverse and mixed background of people and cultures. This diversity is reflected in the shops, restaurants and local facilities. Big name chain stores such as Sainsbury's and Primark can be found on the High Street, but Tooting comes into it’s own with the large variety of specialised and traditional shops and grocery stores – not to mention Tooting and Broadway Markets which provide a varied and interesting selection of clothes and fruit and vegetables from around the world. Read more about life at St George’s and living in London.

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