This friendly informal office allows international students to drop in and ask for advice on any aspect of study or life in Leeds. Specific help is available on immigration, schooling and pre-school facilities for children and 'home stay' opportunities with local families. A popular programme of social events and visits to UK tourist attractions is organised each year. With a relaxed family atmosphere this Centre runs activities for the spouses and children of international students. It is also available for student social events and provides a place for students to meet informally and catch up with news from home by reading international newspapers.
Students can maintain links with home by using the live and recorded satellite daily new services.
The Leeds University Union has a number of staff who specialise in working with international students on issues such as finance, housing, immigration, legal matters and working regulations. The Welfare Services Office administers the Leeds Introduction Programme for International Students and the Welcoming Service. The Welcoming Service operates from mid to late September each year and provides an airport or station pick up service plus transport to campus or accommodation. The three day Introduction Programme for International Students gives information on the practical aspects of living in Leeds and helps students to adjust to British culture. The University of Leeds provides one of the most comprehensive accommodation packages of all UK universities with a generous international guarantee and a wide range of accommodation types to suite all budgets and lifestyles.