International & EU Students

International and EU students coming into the UK to study should have in place the necessary funding to cover their tuition fees and living costs for the duration of their studies. If you fall into financial hardship once you are in the UK it can be very difficult to secure additional funding after you have commenced your studies.

Students should research funding & scholarship opportunities well in advance prior to starting University and apply for any University Scholarships that may be available to them. We have produced a Guide to Funding Sources that lists some charitable organisations that provide support for study in the UK.

Undergraduate students who are from and reside in the European Union may apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the UK government. Details and eligibility criteria can be found here.

Postgraduate students can visit the web pages of the Graduate Schools for useful links on funding sources for courses ranging from Masters to PhDs. The Gradfunding page also offers alternative funding opportunities from charities, trusts and independent bodies.

US Federal Loans

Loans are available from the United States of America for US students studying at the University of Bath. The University is recognised by the United States Government for the purpose of Federal Student Loans.

Our Registration (OPE Identification) Number is 0116 7900.

Bank accounts

Most international & EU students will only be allowed to open a basic bank account whilst studying in the UK with no entitlement to an overdraft facility. Click here for more information

Working in the UK

Detailed information can be found on the International Advice Team web pages. Please also visit the Students’ Union Joblink web pages for information employment rights, Income Tax and National Insurance.

Information about reclaiming Income Tax that you have paid whilst working in the UK can be found here.

Cost of Living in the UK

For information about the costs of living in the UK please have a look at our sample budgets.

Further useful information for International Students can be obtained from:

International Student Advice Team
UK Council for International Student Affairs
Education UK

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