International student support

Moving to the UK to study is a big step, and it's likely that you will need some advice and support from before you arrive, and throughout every day of your time here.

The International Student Support team will assist and support you throughout the process of your Student visa application and will continue to support you during your studies at the University of Bradford. This can include matters concerning your visa and general welfare support all the way through to your graduation.

International Student Adviser

Our International Student Adviser can help with any issues you have during your time at Bradford.

You can speak to the Advisor without an appointment at the MyBradford – Student Support desk in Student Central, between 11:00 and 12:00, Tuesdays.

You can also contact them by:

E-mail: internationalstudents@bradford.ac.uk
Telephone: 01274 236954

Daily drop-in sessions

You can speak to a member of our International Student Support & UKVI Compliance officers on Monday - Friday (except Tuesday), 11.00am to 12.00pm, at MyBradford - Student Support, Richmond Building, or on Tuesdays to the International Student Adviser at the MyBradford desk in Student Central.

Contact us

Email visasupport@bradford.ac.uk
Telephone: 01274 236900

Language support

Our language centre offers English language support as a university-wide policy, supporting international students, home students, staff and the wider community.

Support is available before and during your studies.

International Study Centre

The International Study Centre (Room 101) is a friendly, supportive space for study, cross-cultural interaction, and language learning.

It's located in the Richmond Building, near Blackwell's book shop.

The centre offers:

student-led language classes, every week during term time
resources including computers, books, newspapers and magazines
events and days out, including trips to places like Skipton, Ilkley, Saltaire and Bolton Abbey

Michael Allhouse is the centre manager. His contact details are:

E-mail: m.l.allhouse@bradford.ac.uk
Telephone: 07971 938995

The centre also has its own Facebook page, This is Room 101.

Career and Employability Services

Career and Employability Services offers comprehensive support for students in developing employability skills, finding placements, part-time jobs and graduate employment. Our website offers online resources.

Impartial, confidential discussions for all aspects of career planning, including self-employment
Practical help with finding work experience and industrial placements, job search, CVs, applications, interviews and assessment centres
An extensive employability workshop programme, led by staff and/or employers
Employer recruitment and information events
Continued support for five years after graduation

Financial support for international students

Fees and scholarships

Our fees and scholarships page provides detailed information on tuition fees and scholarship opportunities for international students.

Sponsored students

Your sponsors will be sent progressions reports twice a year, after Semesters 1 and 2. They will include information on your grades, performance and attendance where necessary. They will be completed by your personal or course tutor.