General Information

WHAT IS THE CURRENCY IN ENGLAND AND WHERE CAN I CHANGE MY MONEY?

It is sterling pounds. If you bring American dollars you can exchange in any Bureau Exchange.

CAN SOMEONE MEET ME AT THE AIRPORT AND TAKE ME TO MY ACCOMMODATION?

Yes. We can arrange for a private driver to collect you. The cost for this service will depend on the airport collection point. Please contact us if you would like to book  this service. You must send us your date of arrival, flight number , time of arrival and terminal number.

IF I LOSE MY LUGGAGE, WHAT DO I DO?

Students must follow the standard procedures at the airport.

IF MY FLIGHT HAS BEEN DELAYED AND I HAVE BOOKED A TAXI? WILL THE DRIVER BE WAITING FOR ME?

The student MUST advise the driver and their host family of any delays. Driver charges £20 per hour for waiting time if not advised long in advance. If you have any difficulty to speak the language please call the emergency number provided on your welcome pack.

HOW MUCH MONEY WILL I NEED PER WEEK FOR MY WEEKLY EXPENSES?

It will depend on the city or town that are you going to live. The average of £75 to £100 per week in living expenses in England excluding accommodation.

Eurostudies advise all students to stay as long as they can with their Host Families so they can practise English with English native speakers and learn more about the English culture.

IF I WANT TO BRING MY LAPTOP WHAT IS VOLTAGE IN UK?

British Voltage is 240v. Remember that U.K plugs have three pins but you can buy an adaptor plug at most airports or any electrical shop.

WILL I GET A CERTIFICATE AT THE END OF MY LANGUAGE COURSE?

If you complete your course and have good attendance (at least 80%) you will receive a certificate from the college or school.

IF I WANT TO STAY LONGER AT COLLEGE OR SCHOOL WOULD EUROSTUDIES HELP ME TO EXTEND MY COURSE?

Yes. We can help you to arrange your new course at any of our partner institutes free of charge.

HOW CAN MY FAMILY SEND ME MONEY?

By Western Union or Money Gram or if you have a bank account by bank transfer.

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST TO RENT A FLAT OR APARTMENT IN ENGLAND?

This depend on the city you chose and the sizes of the flat that you are looking for. You can check prices on the following website http://www.rightmove.co.uk/

IF YOUR QUESTION WAS NOT ANSWERED HERE, OR IF YOU NEED PERSONAL ADVICE

Don't hesitate to contact us at web@eurostudies.co.uk , using the enquiry page or call our student support centre.

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