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Check list of what to bring

1. Your Letter of Acceptance.
2. Enough money for tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses.
3. A valid passport and visa if necessary.
4. Travel insurance and health insurance
5. British currency and travellers cheques.
6. All the information that the University has provided (Enrolment and Accommodation Information, International Westminster and Essential Westminster)
7. If you paid your fees into the University account, proof of this.
8. If you are taking any prescribed drugs or have a health condition, bring a letter from your doctor.
9. Documentary evidence that you have enough money to support yourself
10. Any original documents required for enrolment (i.e original qualifications certificates / IELTS / TOEFL  / letters of reference)

Some suggestions

1. Dictionary, as this can be very useful, especially at the beginning of your studies.
2. An International Driving Licence. It is not possible to obtain an International Licence here.
3. Students going into University Halls of Residence should remember that cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, bed linen, and pillows are not provided. Some basics would be useful for the first week. However, you can buy many items cheaply in London and items may have been left by previous students.

4. Warm clothing. Bring at least one warm sweater or cardigan AND a jacket. Students from hot climates may find it difficult to find this clothing at home and it may be cheaper to buy winter clothing in London. Wool and cotton garments are far warmer than ones made of synthetic fibres. For students used to winter weather, it is worth bringing winter clothes from home.

5. Photographs / posters that are special to you can help you adjust to your new home . 

6. Favourite books or posters, tapes or CD's.

7. Lap-top computers and other valuables should be carried in hand luggage and not checked in.

8. Your carry-on/hand baggage should include enough personal articles to last for your first night in UK (clean underwear, warm jacket, toothbrush, and medication etc.). This is just in case your luggage is delayed or lost.

9. Make sure your luggage is clearly labelled in English.

Do not bring

• Too many books or stationery. Until the course begins it is impossible to know which books to buy. Most books required will be available in the libraries or you will be able to buy them second hand or locally.
• So many personal belongings that you cannot carry your luggage yourself!
• DON'T pack fresh food. Your luggage may be destroyed or you could be detained at customs.