Are there any mentorship or buddy programs for new international students at UEA?

Students seeking to live off-campus can do so, at the Pablo Fanque House located in the city centre at Norwich. To book a room at the Pablo Fanque House, one can apply via the Homes for Students portal on the official University of East Anglia website. 

The University does not have any issues with students working part time, as long as they stay within the allowed limit of 20 hours per week.

When students work moderate hours, it's often seen as a valuable way to gain experience, build soft skills, and ease financial pressure, provided academics remain the student's priority.

As an international student, one can work upto 20 hours per week during studies. However, there is no limit on the number of hours international students can work during their semester breaks or vacations.

The UK has very strict rules when it comes to work hours for international students and therefore, students are advised not to exceed the work hour limit, as doing the same could lead to the revokation of the UK study visa and subsequently, deportation from the country. 

The rules and regulations vary for every student housing facility off campus in Norwich. Students are advised to contact the Student Union at UEA, for some helpful practical information about living in privately rented homes as well as other services like Council Tax, Insurance and Utilities via their online support pages.

Yes, UEA maintains more than 3,600 rooms as part of its on campus accommodation facilties. The UEA residences provide access to all essential student living resources such as beds, desks, drawers, wardrobe, air conditioning, room heating and more.

The estimated cost of living in Norwich ranges between GBP 167-GBP 303 (INR 19.2 K-INR 34.8 K) per week.

Source: University of East Anglia