Page 5 - RVC International Prospectus 2023-2024

ARRIVING AT THE RVC

We know it can be a daunting time when you
first arrive in a new country and when starting
university, but we are here to help you every
step of the way and make the transition as “I WAS WORRIED THAT I WOULD STICK
OUT LIKE A SORE THUMB IN LONDON, YET
easy as possible.
LONDON ITSELF IS DIVERSE WITH CULTURE.
We want you to have an amazing experience both at the RVC
and throughout your time in the UK. To do this, we invest
in your personal development and make sure that we have
support and guidance in place to help you when needed.

All students undergo a week long orientation to help prepare
you for your new environment, and ease you into student life
at the RVC and to living in the UK. This is the first chance you
will have to connect with all the new and current students at
the RVC. Throughout the week, there is a range of activities
to get involved in, from student support sessions to great
nights out – everything you need to feel at home before your
course gets underway.

We also recognise that, as an international student, you will
have some additional needs to those who are used to studying
in the UK. We will help familiarise you with our national culture,
student life at the RVC, and tour the college campuses. In
addition, we will assist you with setting up everything you need
to make the UK your home, and orientate you with your new
surroundings in London and Hertfordshire. You will also get the “I will not lie, sometimes it is difficult being
chance to meet other students at a range of social activities, 15 hours from home, but as long as you get
making friends that will help you settle in to your new home. involved in activities, clubs, and on rare
occasions do some studying (just kidding),
you find that time flies. Now I have a plethora
of new experiences, I am studying what I love,
and I have friends from all over the world.”
Jonnel Johnson
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine
United States of America

ROYAL VETERINARY COLLEGE 5