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Subject:
Your guide for career planning, housing, visas and more...
From:
The Student Communications Team
To:
International Undergraduate <mrgammon+UG@gmail.com>
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Hello International,

Your Summer Newsletter

Hi everyone, and welcome to the August edition of your summer PGT newsletter. For those of you coming towards the end of your studies, make sure you check out our comprehensive guide to career planning, housing, visa information and more! Over the summer, there are still activities and events on campus and in the local area for you to get involved in, including volunteering opportunities.

Don’t forget, our support teams are available throughout the summer to provide ongoing guidance.

Latest news and updates 

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Resources and guidance towards the end of your course

Whether you're a Home or International student, we have you covered with a comprehensive guide to life after studies, supporting you with career planning, moving out and housing, shipping and storage, preparing for graduation, Warwick alumni and Visa information. Check out the guide here.

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Support following
recent events

It has been deeply distressing to witness acts of disorder in some parts of the UK over recent days. There is no place for racism in our community or elsewhere. If you are affected, please know that you’re not alone. Support is available for our community.


 
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Help employers understand your work rights

Do you know your working rights? When applying for jobs, you can attach the Work Rights at the end of your course letter and Graduate Route visa information leaflet to help employers understand your work rights as you transition from a student visa to post-study work visa. Access our careers support pages. 

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e-Visa for
international students

If your current BRP expires on 31 December, and you might need to remain in or return to the UK after this date, it is worth registering for an e-Visa. From 6 August, you can do so without having to wait for a direct email invitation from the UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration). Learn how to create a UKVI account to access an e-Visa here.



 

Get involved ✨

Summer volunteering

If you’re looking for ways to meet new people, give back to the local community, and develop new skills, volunteering could be your answer. From helping the homeless, to supporting arts and cultural events, there are a variety of summer volunteering opportunities in Coventry and Warwickshire on the Warwick volunteering pages.

Job vacancies and careers support through MyAdvantage

Are you interested in graduate roles, summer employment, placement opportunities and more? Check out the range of vacancies available on MyAdvantage. You can also book one-to-one appointments with a member of the careers team, who can provide feedback on your applications and help you explore career options.

Job opportunity: Arrivals Assistant

We hire hundreds of helpers each year as new students arrive on campus. If you want to become an Arrivals Assistant or Arrivals Supervisor, please apply for the role.

When can I apply for the Graduate Route Visa?

You should not make a Graduate Route visa application until you have received email notification from the University confirming you can apply, as well as other application requirements. Usually, you’ll be notified a few days after your degree is formally awarded by the University, and for most PGT students this is by mid-December.
 

What's on 🎪

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Housing beyond
university

As part of the Your Futures Roadshow in July, we invited the Students' Union Advice Centre to run a session about Moving Out and Private Housing Beyond University for PGT students. If you were unable to attend, the presentation slides are now available to view.

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Events during the
summer period

Throughout the summer, there are still events on campus and in the local area where you can connect with other students outside of your department and course. Why not check out the PG Tips session that takes places every Tuesday from 3-4pm. Take a look at the full list of events.



 

Spotlight on...


When can I start working full-time?

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As an international student, you can begin full-time work after your official course end date passes and you have completed your academic course requirements.

It may be possible to begin full-time work four weeks earlier, if your academic department can confirm to the Student Immigration team that you have submitted everything that is required.

Find out more details on our help pages.

 

Best wishes,

Mahgul
and the Student Communications team