Prospective Students
Before you apply
Thinking about studying in the UK? Choosing a university is not an easy process. We can help you make the right choice.
Find out more about who we are, what we can offer you and how you should go about applying.
Why choose SSU?|
What can you study?
|Entry requirements|
Fees, Finance and Scholarships
|How to apply
|Your country|
Accommodation|
Visas and Immigration|
Download a PDF version of our International Students Guide|.
September 2012 entry:
The deadline for applications from overseas students (requiring new Tier 4 visa) is end of June 2012.
International Welcome Week| start date: 17 September 2012
New student enrolment and Induction start date: 26 September 2012
Teaching start date: 1 October 2012
Note that the latest arrival date allowed will be 1 October 2012.
For further information on the Academic calendar 2012/2013, please click here|.
Important information for new international students arriving in September 2012:
If you are starting your studies this September 2012 we strongly recommend you read the information on the UK Border Agency| website. Apply for your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the International Office and apply for your visa in good time. You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before your date of travel to the UK. The busy student season coincides with the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games so be prepared and apply early!
For further information on how to apply see our Visas and Immigration| page.