Hi, I heard as the exams are approaching studnets are getting brkfast in CS building is that true?
Does anybody have any idea about this? If yes, its like what type of breakfast is it serving like what options are there?
As we all saw, there have been some big protests in London once again today, following the protests that occurred a few days ago, when there was a massive turnout from the population.
This post is written primarily as an update for any international students joining this year's September intake, as I understand that many students and parents overseas may be worried about what they see in video clips online. I am an international student myself at a UK university, and I will attempt to clear up a few issues here.
Sometimes, social media clips may create a perception that things seem scarier than they actually are, particularly for those viewing from overseas. Therefore, for upcoming students who have made all the necessary plans to go overseas for studies, there is no reason to panic at all because of these protests.
Naturally, it is always advisable to keep abreast of developments via official channels such as the government and universities.
Posting this because I know many upcoming students are anxious at this point in time.
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Hello there,
I am an international student studying a master’s degree at the University of Nottingham, and I can relate to how daunting the process of getting admission was when I first started out. But since you have already been issued the offer letter, it is time for you to apply for your CAS letter.
CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) is an extremely significant document provided to you by your university. It serves as the formal acceptance of your enrollment into the university and becomes a must-have when applying for your UK Student Visa. One cannot proceed with the process of acquiring his/her visa without CAS.
The students pursuing master’s programs are obligated to have a CAS. Similarly, undergraduate students must get their CAS before obtaining a UK Student Visa. According to the latest procedure (as of 2026), the students who enrol in UG courses receive their CAS once they accept the offer and fulfil the required formalities.
One area where many students get confused is the deposit requirement for CAS.
For instance, in my own experience at the University of Nottingham in 2025, I was supposed to pay £3000 before obtaining my CAS. This is sometimes referred to as a tuition fee deposit or seat booking amount. One should note that this is not additional money; it is subtracted from your tuition fees.
There are some cases where you might be offered a place without any CAS deposit requirement, only a fee confirmation, but it will depend on the university and the program of study. Thus, read your admission offer and email correspondence thoroughly.
Finally, the last myth regarding CAS relates to the time taken to obtain it. Students tend to panic when waiting for their CAS letters, thinking it will take months. However, the truth is that universities typically begin offering their CAS letters in mid-April. After completing the necessary procedures, you should get your CAS within 10-15 days.
Before accepting your CAS, please take your time to double-check all the information. Universities may make minor errors, and it may be hard to correct them at a later stage.
Make sure you check:
The “course fees paid” part is very critical since you will use this data while proving your financial proof when applying for the visa.
If you have been offered any scholarship, ensure that it is included in your CAS. Ensure that the sponsor data and the scholarship amount is correctly stated in the CAS, including the sponsor’s license number if necessary.
Lastly, note that the CAS deposit fee you will pay for the CAS will be shown on the CAS as part of the fees and will be subtracted from the total tuition fees.
Your CAS should be perfect before you start filling the visa application. This document is among the most significant besides the offer letter.
In my case, I had to look for all the processes involved online since I did not understand much about them. Sometimes it may become frustrating when doing it alone for the first time.
If I were to provide some advice to those who will follow me soon, I would say do not hurry the process, even if other people are processing their applications faster than yours.
I hope this gives you a simple and clear idea about the CAS process.
DM me if you need help in any application process for the STUDY Abroad journey.
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It was exciting to be an international female student in Nottingham; however, my greatest worry was the management of monthly expenditures. Prior to moving, I found it hard to find credible data on expenditures. Most were either too far-fetched or too vague, hence the need to share the experience I went through, not necessarily in terms of expenditure, but the budget that I adhere to.
Currently, I stay in Nottingham in a student accommodation. It is a normal single ensuite with a bed, study desk, chairs, and other basic furniture. The cost of rent in such a room ranges between £156 and £190 per week depending on the quality and facilities provided. This is inclusive of utility bills such as lighting, water, and Wi-Fi. The size of the room is reasonable at 10.5-15 m².
Furthermore, there is the possibility of choosing between studio and shared flats as well, costing up to £230 per week. This all depends on your individual way of living and how much money you are ready to spend.
Talking about my monthly budget. On average, I tend to maintain my monthly expenses not to exceed £250, but in most cases, I manage to save even more, and my monthly costs amount to only £170.
Regarding groceries and personal hygiene products, I allocate about £125 for that. For the most part, I prefer cooking myself; thus, it helps me stick to this budget. Cooking my own food is definitely worth it. It is hard at first, but after some time, it becomes a routine.
When it comes to coffee, I allocate £4 for it each month. Since I am capable of making coffee by myself, this is what I usually do. Going out for coffee is more like a luxury than a regular thing to do.
£24 is what I allocate monthly for going out for meals. I do not go out too often to eat, and so this budget works fine for me. If you find yourself going out regularly, then there is a category that will require extra expenditure on your part.
Laundry comes to about £13 in my budget monthly. I normally launder twice every month, and each session costs me an estimated £6.5 for both washing and drying.
Budgeted amount for mobile phone top-up is £10, even though I subscribe to a yearly plan of £4.5. I therefore do not exhaust this budget monthly.
Another budget item in my budget is the amount allocated for lunch in university, which is £28. This budget is allocated because I normally do not have time to cook when lectures are back-to-back.
I do not normally incur any transport costs. Even though I have a budget of £15 per month, I hardly use public transport since my hostel is just a 10-minute walk from the university.
My budget for body and skin care items stands at £15. It does not, however, cost me this amount every month since these items last for a while.
Finally, I maintain a reserve of £15 for other expenses. This will ensure that I am always ready to meet unexpected expenses.
In all, these are not hard-and-fast expenses but rather guidelines which help me limit my expenditure. Sometimes, I spend more, sometimes less, but maintaining a budget works wonders for me.
The only advice I can give, honestly, to the new students is to eat homemade food instead of ordering from outside restaurants. Not only does it save a huge amount of money, but it also helps you lead your life according to your choice.
Being a student in Nottingham is quite simple as long as budgeting is taken into account. You do not have to spend much to have a comfortable living; rather, you should spend wisely.
DM me if you need advice on student accommodation and student life
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Currently, I am using Numbuzin B5 pantothenic active soothing cream as a moisturiser. I am planning to buy a new one as it's almost over.
Could anyone suggest a lightweight moisturiser for combination skin to use in the UK during summer that can help me even out my skin tone? I am a bit confused.
Also, I had breakouts a few months back, so I want to remove the dark spots/acne spots.
When I checked in the store, one staff member suggested Purito oat calming gel cream, and another suggested Celimax pore+dark spots cream.