Living in the UK

We share our tips and advice for making the most of your time in the UK.

Adjusting to life in the UK

Important information about life in the UK to help you make the most of your time here.

British culture

British culture

Information about public holidays, tipping etiquette, and UK values

Studying in the UK

Studying in the UK

Teaching styles, study tips, and how to seek help if you need it

Finance

Finance

Stipend payments, short term loans, opening a UK bank account and more

Accommodation

Accommodation

Your questions answered about finding accommodation

Blogs about living and studying in the UK

Woman looking at a camera smiling A Chevener’s guide to academic success

A Chevener’s guide to academic success

Studying in the UK as a Chevening Scholar can be both exciting and challenging - especially if you’ve been away from academia for a while. In this blog, one of our Social Media Ambassadors, Sofia, shares the practical tips that helped her thrive academically during her time at the University of Bristol.

My vision for the future: financial freedom for women in Nigeria

My vision for the future: financial freedom for women in Nigeria

Chevening scholar Uwakmfon Archibong Nsa’s mission is clear: to build a resilient network of skilled women in Nigeria who not only overcome the barriers they face but also become catalysts for change in their own right. We find out more.

Mind moves matter: Wellbeing tips from a University of Warwick Chevening scholar

Mind moves matter: Wellbeing tips from a University of Warwick Chevening scholar

Known to friends as the 'mental health guy', Chevening scholar Yi Feng Khoo has spent years working in mental health, supporting communities. Now pursuing an MSc in Mental Health and Wellbeing at the University of Warwick, he shares his tips to thrive while studying in the UK.