Welfare and Support

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The pastoral care of students is central to the work of the International Office. The team of staff is responsible for providing support and guidance for students on a number of issues including practical advice on course choices, finance, visa issues and dealing with homesickness. However, we also offer professional counselling and welfare services, located within the Student Services Department, that are available to all students, and are founded on the principle that no problem is too big or too small to share.

Information Services

The team is responsible for the management of a range of IT resources that are made available to help you with your studies. You will be provided with your own account which will give you access to the Internet and e-mail, to the University’s e-learning environment and resources, as well as software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentations, etc, and specialist applications relevant to your degree programme.

IT facilities are available at various locations across each campus, and there are dedicated rooms with specialist systems for students of primary education and media-related degrees.

Cost of living

The cost of living in South West Wales is lower than in many parts of the UK. As a rough guide for international students, the basic living expenses are likely to be between £6000 and £7000 per year.  Please use the international student calculator at http://www.studentcalculator.org.uk/ to work out your individual budget.

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The University runs a Money Doctor’s Scheme to help you manage your money whilst at University. Advice is provided on setting and keeping to your budget so that you avoid financial difficulties.

Registering for study upon arrival

When you arrive, you will need to register. You should bring the following:

  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Original qualification certificates (with official translation if not in English)

Health and Insurance

Students International students who study at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David for more that 6 months and all students from the EU are entitled to free healthcare from the National Health Service (NHS). New students register with their local Surgery in the town centre during orientation.

Students who do not meet these requirements must obtain their own medical insurance before travelling to the UK.

Treatment for accident and emergencies is free for everyone through the local hospital in Carmarthen.

It is advisable to take out a travel insurance policy to cover you on your journey to the UK , and for about a week after arrival. This should cover any loss or damage of personal property as well as any medical costs.

Also we would advise you to insure your personal belongings.