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4 Jan 2017: Students who do not hold a UK or Irish passport will need immigration permission in order to come to the UK and study at Cambridge.

10 Jan 2017: The UK operates an immigration system underpinned by the principle of visa sponsorship. The University must hold a Student sponsor licence, granted by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), in order to sponsor a visa for a student to study at Cambridge.

23 Jan 2017: The University of Cambridge is a diverse international community and welcomes talented students from around the world. There are currently more than 24000 students in total at the University with over 9000 international students representing over

17 Jan 2017: It should be noted that the academic year for postgraduate research students is continuous throughout the year, from 1 October to 30 September. ... It is therefore not possible, for example, for a postgraduate research student to undertake full-time work

18 Jan 2017: Guides for International Students Our International Student Guide provides practical pre-arrival and orientation information to help students coming from outside the UK prepare for their move to Cambridge.

10 Jan 2017: Prior to arrival Check your immigration document and contact the International Student Office if you think it contains any errors. Keep your passport safe. Take copies of your passport and other paperwork before travelling and keep secure in a

4 Jan 2017: This section provides pre-arrival information on some of the practical aspects of living and studying in Cambridge as an international student, guidance on the support available to you as a new student and help to prepare for your studies.

10 Jan 2017: The International Student Office provides visa advice on a range of UK student-related immigration matters. The service is available only to those with an offer to study at the University of Cambridge or, current students.

4 Jan 2017: Cambridge is probably different to any educational establishment you have experienced. It is a confederation of Schools, Faculties, Departments and 31 autonomous Colleges and is often referred to as a collegiate University.

17 Jan 2017: The National Health Service (NHS) is the UK’s state healthcare system providing a wide range of services including appointments with a doctor and hospital treatment. You should register with a doctor as soon as possible after your arrival in

18 Jan 2017: Whilst your study life is intense and demanding, you should also find the time to experience other opportunities that exist within the University and Colleges. Public Events There are hundreds of events at the University throughout the year.

10 Jan 2017: Police registration is no longer required.

4 Jan 2017: You may be considering Cambridge and seeking information about what you can study, our entrance requirements, how to apply and how much it costs.

4 Jan 2017: Each year, a small number of students come to Cambridge to study or undertake supervised research as part of their overseas qualification.

17 Jan 2017: Induction There is a lot of support available to help you settle into your studies including from your College, Faculty / Department, the University's central services and Student Unions. Your College and Faculty/Department predominantly provide the

17 Jan 2017: Your student record (CamSIS) Your student record is managed through a web-based system known as CamSIS (Cambridge Student Information System). You will need to use CamSIS via your own Self-Service account (referred to as a Student Centre on CamSIS)

10 Jan 2017: The information below is relevant to visiting students who are registered for a degree at another institution and attending Cambridge for a period of study or supervised research as part of ... For visa sponsorship, the visit to Cambridge must be for the

18 Jan 2017: The academic year for postgraduate research students is continuous throughout the year, from 1 October to 30 September. ... It is therefore not possible, for example, for a postgraduate research student to undertake full-time work during the summer period

4 Jan 2017: If you are a visiting student, before arriving you will have established what study/research you can undertake at Cambridge.

23 Jan 2017: The historic and multicultural city of Cambridge is small but vibrant and offers a wide variety of social and cultural activities and events that students can enjoy whilst studying at the University.