Checklist for new students

Two student Helpers support new students with information about their next steps at a Welcome Week event.

Personalised Welcome Checklist

We have now prepared your digital Welcome Checklist for our inbound Study Abroad students arriving at Warwick in January 2026.

You can visit your checklist on your mobile phone or computer at any time, whenever you need it. It will help you understand how to prepare for the start of term, organise your time and prioritise the things you need to do before and after you arrive.

Control the start of your student journey and tick things off your checklist as you go along.

View My Checklist How to use the Checklist System

Help & Support

You'll need to have received your enrolment email and registered for your IT account before you can log in. You'll receive your enrolment email 4 - 6 weeks before your course start date.

If you've forgotten your password, call our ITS Helpdesk on +44 (0)24 7657 3737 or, if you are unable to call, email helpdesk at warwick dot ac dot uk

Not enrolling this January but want to plan ahead? View our general checklist below.

If you need and additional help and support with your transition to University life, please see the online Life at University Guide.

General Checklist

Before You Leave

Complete your Enrolment

Check your funding and finance is in place. We have more information on our funding and finance pages

Open a bank account online (for International students)

Check out what sports clubs and societies you can join on the Students' Union websiteLink opens in a new window.

If you're under 25, get vaccinated against MenACWY. You can find more information online and with the Health Centre.Link opens in a new window

Find accommodation on campusLink opens in a new window or nearbyLink opens in a new window.

Read through the What to Bring with You checklist

Share information for Parents and Supporters so your friends and family can support you from afar.

Read any emails received from the University - they'll have important information about your arrival

International Students

Check if you need a visa and if so, apply for a visa before entering the UK.

If interested in volunteering, obtain a 'Certificate of good conduct'

Check the transit visa requirements for any country where you are stopping on your route in order to avoid being denied boarding.

If you cannot arrange to have the MenACWY vaccine in your home country, you can do this after you arrive.

Obtain a bank card/ prepaid travel card, find out more on our banking pages.

When You Get Here

If you’re living in on-campus accommodation, follow your arrival instructions from Warwick Accommodation to collect your key

Collect your university ID card

Read through the Living at University Guide

Go and explore campus - we have great study areas, cafes and green spaces. Find out more on our campus maps page

Check out some of the events happening around campus. They are a great way to meet people and settle in.

If you're arriving in September, get involved in Welcome Week!

Visit the Student Opportunity Hub in Senate House to find out about events and services to help build your skills and experience.

Visit our IT Services guide for new students and set up your laptop for study, and don't forget to download the MyWarwick app to your phone!

International Students

Book and attend your in person Right to Study Check (bookable on the Welcome Week timetable)

Be aware of scams targeting international students

Get a UK phone number

Open a UK bank account