Life as an International Student in London

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You just moved to another country? Damn!

Graphic map of London airportsThat must have been an amazing experience, but also really hard, right? I get it. I’m an international student studying at King’s too, and here are some things you need to know if you’re one as well.

London is a beautiful and convenient city to live in. It’s also really expensive compared to the rest of the world. People here are very self-sufficient, and walking everywhere is the norm. It’s a fun experience but it can also be challenging especially if you come from a country where the culture is not the same.

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What’s it really like living in student accommodation?

Post contributed by Abhishree Pandey, second year Law student

Well, my own experience has been very fun. Transitioning from living in the comfort of your home with people to cater to every need of yours to living in a room in a flat with a shared kitchen is undoubtedly not easy. But just like everything else, it has its own perks.

Hey, I’m Abhishree Pandey, law student and Community Facilitator, and I will be talking about my experience in student accommodation. If you are considering student accommodation then this read may be for you.

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What is ResiLife?

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Hey there, campus pals! Get ready to dive into the heart of university living – the ResiLife program.

It’s not just about the dorm rooms; it’s a gateway to a vibrant, supportive community that’s the backbone of your university journey. Let’s unravel the magic that ResiLife weaves in our university residences!

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Life as an Under-18 Student in London

Post contributed by Abhishree Pandey, second year Law student

You’re here! You made it! You’re in one of the best universities of the world, in one of the most vibrant, full-of-life cities in the world! Everything is perfect, you are just getting started with your new life, but there’s a catch!

You’re not a legally recognised adult yet.

How much difference can it really make though?

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What happens on arrivals day?

To have the best possible experience in King’s Residences, it’s best to get yourself prepared as much as you can… starting with arrivals day! 


Arrivals day at King’s will be one of your highlights of first year. It’s the day that you become part of an amazing community and are presented with great opportunities to make friends and learn new life skills. Not only this, you are about to become independent and really learn things about yourself that you never knew before.  Continue reading

What Do I Need To Pack?

As move-in weekend creeps closer and the excitement continues to build, it’s time to start picturing your life in your brand new home.

 

Moving to university is a completely new experience and you’re likely to learn a lot along the way, but one thing I want to help you get right is your moving day. Together, we can make sure that moving into your King’s Residence is stress-free and pretty smooth sailing!

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Packing and preparing for arrivals

Before you know it, moving day will be here and you’ll be settling into your new home and making yourself familiar with your new surroundings…

Not sure where to start or what is about to happen? I’m here to help! This time last year, I was in the exact same position as you; embarking on a big move to KCL and didn’t really know what to expect. Continue reading

Settling into life at King’s

Are you ready for move-in day?

It’s so close now, you can almost smell it! 

I’m Lukas, a second year Business student at King’s. Last year, I moved into King’s Residences, which meant moving away from home for the first time, so trust me, I know exactly how excited, nervous and maybe even a little bit apprehensive you’re feeling right now. Continue reading

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