Sound Engineering Courses, Music Production Courses, DJ Courses, Manchester, UK
Q. I am thinking of coming to study at Manchester MIDI School from abroad does the School deal with accommodation
A. M.M.S no longer arranges accommodation but does have a list of recommended estate agents and contact details. please see our accommodation pages.
Q. Would it be best for me to stay at a bed and breakfast near the school prior to committing to my accommodation then viewing different options on arrival
A. This will probably be the safest option since you probably should see the flat or house first. Since there are many B&B's, hotels, and hostels you can find accommodation in any part of the city, or at any price range to suite your needs. Click Here.
Q. Will I need to bring any paperwork with me to show the estate agents?
A. If you are staying at regular accommodation, all you should need is your passport.
If you are going to be staying in student accommodation you will need an official letter from the school stating how long your course will run. It is also worth noting that once you have moved in to student halls you will also need a letter from the school for exemption from the city council tax.
Q. Once I have decided which course I am going to attend at M.M.S. and arranged my accommodation, what other factors should I consider such as ....
A. You should plan to have enough currency exchanged (or readily available) to live within your means for at least a month (depending on length of stay, and finances), and for anyone planning on using credit cards make note that most places in the U.K. do not accept Discover card. Pick up a calling card at the airport before you leave if you need to contact anyone. Make sure you have directions to your accommodation.
Q. Do I need to bring any paperwork with me to gain access to the U.K. and study?
A. You will need your passport, a letter confirming when your course is, proof of your ability to fund your course, or some sort of receipt if you have already paid for your course.
You may require a VISA if you are coming from outside of Europe - http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk
Q. Does it have to be a full time course, or can I study part time?
A. It doesn't matter what amount you attend, you can work part time if you are attending the course full time, and work full time if you are attending part time, or on a break from the school.
Q. Does it have to be a recognised qualification?
A. No it doesn't, immigration will simply ask you what type of qualification it is.
Q. When I have arrived in the U.K. will I need anything to open a bank account?
A. You will need a picture I.D., and two other forms of identification to prove your current address.
Q. Will it be a student account?
A. Probably not, typically you have to be attending a course that is at least three years long.
Q. If I decide to start some kind of part time work while in the U.K. what will I need to bring with me, and what will M.M.S. need to provide?
A. The simplest method to find employment is through a work agency, these agencies can usually set you up with an emergency national insurance number, enabling you to work in this country. Typically you will need your C.V. (Resume), your passport, a letter stating you attendance to the school, proof of address, and your bank details. One other thing some companies ask for is letters from your previous employers stating your employment time, a contact number and\or an e-mail address. They may ask for one to four years in the past. Once you have started work you can contact the National Insurance Agency to set up a permanent N.I. code, then the Benefits Agency to reclaim any extra taxes taken out of your pay while on emergency tax.
Here are two work agencies that present and ex students have used to find work while in the UK: They can generally provide you with emergency tax and national insurance codes,after two or three months you will be provided with permanent codes and can reclaim any difference owed to you.
Spring Personnel: Ph: + 44 ( 0 ) 161 839 2002 www.Spring.com
Adecco Employment Agency Ph: + 44 ( 0 ) 161 232 8100 www.adecco.co.uk
Q. I have read that career development loans are a popular way of funding courses, with my self coming from abroad and not being a UK resident am i able to take this route of funding ?
A. To be able to access a C.D.L you must already be living in the UK at a permanent address and must be officially registered either holding a student or work visa from the home office.You must also have a minimum of six months left on your visa when the course is due to finish so that you have the ability to seek work
If you are an overseas student already living in the UK and wish to apply for a C.D.L then there should be no problem's.For further advise on C.D.L s contact Julie Rigby on: + 44 ( 0 ) 1928 794 568. Or visit: www.lifelonglearning.co.uk - www.dfes.gov.uk
Jobs
http://www.Manchester.com/java/business (lists most of the work recruitment agencies in Manchester)
http://www.Manchester online.co.uk (connected with the MEN papers online Job pages)
http://www.monster.co.uk (online job search engine)
Short Stay
http://www.manchester.com (lists several of the hotels in the city centre)
http://www.hostels.com (main sight for locations around the world)
http://www.webreaks.co.uk (lists several hotels and B&B's in Manchester)
Flats & Houses
http://www.rentamatic.co.uk (small online rentals search engine)
http://www.findaproperty.co.uk (small online rentals search engine)
http://www.homes4u.co.uk (large site with a search engine, and a branch in Manchester)
