BPP University - International Prospectus 1 | Page 44

Your student experience. Going to university for the first time can be a daunting experience. New people, new environments, new ways of working. Getting used to student life brings about its own unique challenges. With all this and so much more to discover and do, your studies are just one of the many things you need to think about. Luckily, for those learning at BPP University, there’s support and advice from day one in the form of our International Student Advisers. This friendly and informed team is there for our multi-cultural students from all over the world, and is ready to provide help and advice whenever it’s needed to ensure you can concentrate on your course. From pastoral care, to giving financial advice, to providing assistance with any learning issues. Finally, no matter what the area of concern, BPP International Student Advisers provide their services in complete confidence. International Student Advisers can give advice and information on: • Academic processes • Accommodation and housing •  dditional support for students with learning A difficulties or disabilities • Counselling services • Finance • International student support • Local area information • Learning support • Local faith/prayer services 44 • Registering with doctors and dentists • Travel and transport • Welfare and many other issues students face International Student Managers at BPP University Student Managers play an important role in ensuring that students understand the commitment required to progress through their academic journey and are there to support them in reaching their end goal. Available at most centres, Student Managers guide students through their course by regularly meeting with students and discussing any challenges or issues that they might be encountering. They also help to monitor students’ attendance, academic progress and achievement on their programmes and they are a constant source of encouragement and support throughout a student’s time with BPP University. In addition, all students will be allocated a Personal Tutor who will be available to support you with any academic and progression queries from the very beginning of your time with us. 45