Welcome to your future

A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is a unique reference number which confirms you have been accepted on a course of study in the UK. It is required for your Student visa application. You can apply for your CAS up to six months before your course start date (or three months prior if applying from the UK). To do this, you will need to:

• Undergo a Readiness Check (if required). You will receive an invitation to attend your Readiness Check shortly after you confirm your place on your course. Remember to then attend your check on the pre-booked date.
• Pay any tuition fees due. Check the information in your payment plan on your offer letter and visit our website here to find out how to pay.  
• Provide any outstanding documents, including:
  • Previous United Kingdom visa history
  • Your insurance information. Click here to find out about StudyCare Insurance Plus
  • Your emergency contact details
  • Living arrangement confirmation form (if known)
• Receive your CAS preview.
• Sign and return your CAS preview.
• Submit your financial documents. You must have funds in your account for at least 28 consecutive days.

For some intakes, we offer a free online preparation course, Prepare for Success, to help you improve your academic expectations, skills and readiness –  ahead of starting your academic programme. This online course is designed to provide you with practical advice, guidance and support, so that you are ready to succeed from day one of your academic programme.

Find out more about Prepare for Success here.

Once you have received your Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies, you can now apply for your visa up to six months before your course start date (three months if you are in the UK).

For more information here.

We offer a variety of accommodation options to suit different needs and encourage you to consider living at these options to limit travel costs and maximise your student experience.   

However, if you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, please note that all accommodation must be within a 60 minute commutable distance. 

If you have already requested accommodation, our Central Student Services Team will contact you directly regarding the options available and next steps. 

For more information, visit our website.

Accommodation for your parents:
If your parents are also travelling with you, they could take advantage of Hampton (by Hilton Hotel)’s special 15% discounted offer. Your parents need to visit www.hilton.com and input their booking details, including arrival and departure date. In the special rates section under corporate account, they need to input the following code: 0560035565.

Once you receive your visa, you can book your travel. You must arrive on campus fully prepared to begin your induction programme on the start date, and be ready to engage with all timetabled events.

Free coach service:
For the September 2024 intake, there will be free coach services* on the 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st September from Manchester Airport to Sheffield. You will need to fill out the Arrival form which will be included in the email you receive once you confirm your place.

^{*This service will be subject to minimum numbers being met. Students will be given enough notice to make other arrangements should we cancel the free coach service due to small numbers.}

Please note: there will be no option to arrive late. If you are unable to arrive by your programme start date or are unlikely to obtain a visa in time to travel by the programme start date, you must contact our Admissions Team who will advise you on your options. If you are booking your return travel, it should be after the published end of semester date. 

To view semester dates, click here.

We recommend that you take out accident and medical insurance to cover your period of study in the United Kingdom. You may either take out our StudyCare Insurance policy or obtain cover from an alternative insurance provider.

Our insurance cover is available for up to 12 months or up to 24 months, allowing you to choose the policy length that suits you. Both lengths cover travel to the UK, loss of personal possessions as well as providing health and medical insurance.

For more information about StudyCare including policy numbers for those who have already opted in as well how to make a claim, please download our StudyCare Insurance guide.

In the event that you need to make a claim under your StudyCare insurance, our claims guide will help you understand what steps to take. Find out more here.

Check that the contact information and other details we have for you are correct so that we can make sure you get the right support at the right time.

You can access this form at any time to make sure your details are up-to-date.

Log in using your StudySmart user name and password which has been emailed to you.

If you are having difficulty accessing the Pre-Registration form, please contact the Central Student Services team.

Please note: If your flights have changed, please ensure you update your pre-registration form.

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Learning Differences Health Declaration Form

Ensuring your health and wellbeing is our top priority, and we're committed to providing support right from the start of your journey with us, addressing any physical health, mental health, or learning differences you may have. It’s essential that you complete the Learning Differences Health Declaration Form, which will help us to support your specific needs from day one. 

For any questions about the Learning Differences Health Declaration Form, or if you have not yet received the form, please contact your Student Enrolment Advisor.

To access course materials on a Learning Management System/Virtual Learning Environment or platform and undertake assessments, it is important that you come prepared with the appropriate technology. 

While it is possible to access and interact with most course content using tablets and smartphones, such as iPads, iPhones and Android devices. You must have a PC or Mac computer available for assessments. Please note that Linux, Chromebook, iPad or Windows 10S/11S mode operating systems are not supported. 

Minimum recommended specifications: