International students orientation events

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    • Venue: Heriot-Watt University Edinburgh Campus, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS, Scotland
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    International students orientation events

    International Student Orientation and Support Programme

     Date Event Time  Location 
    Saturday 1 September Free bus from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh campus 0900-2200
    Service leaves Edinburgh Airport every hour on the hour
    Visit the 'Student Welcome Scotland' desk at Edinburgh Airport UK Arrivals gate for directions to the bus pick-up point
    New Student Family Reception. Come and visit the International Student Advisers stall at the event! 1430-1600 Hugh Nisbet Building, Middle Floor Dining Room
    Sunday 2 September Free bus from Edinburgh Airport to Edinburgh campus 0900-2200
    Service leaves Edinburgh Airport every hour on the hour
    Visit the 'Student Welcome Scotland' desk at Edinburgh Airport UK Arrivals gate for directions to the bus pick-up point
    Monday 3 September International Student Welcome. Presentations from key University staff highlighting student support, activities and University facilities. 1615-1700 Lecture Theatre 4
    Information Fair and refreshments 1700-1800 Elements
    Tuesday 4 September Bank Fair
    Speak to staff from different banks about your banking needs
    1400-1800 Sunken Lounge (outside Lecture Theatre 3)
    Opening a UK bank account
    Guidance on documentation required and account features.
    1615- 1700 Lecture Theatre 3
    Wednesday 5 September Get Connected
    Information session on  phone, internet and TV services
    1615-1700 Lecture Theatre 3
    Thursday 6 September Working in the UK & Tier 4 Visa
    Presentations from  Careers Advisory Service and ISAO staff.
    1330-1430 Lecture Theatre 3
    Friday 7 September Studying in the UK
    Three presentations: 'Prepare for Success', Effective Learning support in the University and Library features and resources.
    1315-1415 Lecture Theatre 3