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Studying in the UK V3
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EdwinCodec
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 Aug 12 2014, 04:05 PM
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Anyone here joining University of Northampton for this coming September intake?
Just some quick questions here:
1) Is it convenient to rent a bike over there?
2) What would be the idea mobile carrier to apply/use in the UK? (Data plan provided?)
3) I really don't know how am I suppose to pack my stuffs lol. It would be good if you guys could assist me in this =P
Gadgets like my macbook, should i hand-carry it or stuff it in my check-in luggage?
Thank you
This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 12 2014, 04:05 PM
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 12 2014, 06:47 PM
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QUOTE(Kaylain @ Aug 12 2014, 05:10 PM) 1. Never been there, can't help you with that one sorry!  2. Giffgaff if you have a phone already 3. Uhm..youtube? I personally hand-carry my laptop/iPad and phone though I normally check in smaller things like cameras, hard drives, usbs.. etc GiffGaff. Got it! Thanks a lot bro! |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 12 2014, 07:07 PM
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QUOTE(kuroneko0509 @ Aug 12 2014, 06:59 PM) tbh it depends on which place where you are going. for example, at my place giffgaff line is terribad QUOTE(Kaylain @ Aug 12 2014, 05:10 PM) 1. Never been there, can't help you with that one sorry! 2. Giffgaff if you have a phone already 3. Uhm..youtube? I personally hand-carry my laptop/iPad and phone though I normally check in smaller things like cameras, hard drives, usbs.. etc Hmmm. I've looked through the GiffGaff's website. It seems that the Mobile Internet rate is kinda scary. Mobile Internet: Mobile Internet is charged at no more than 20p a day (up to 20MB). If you go over 20MB, you'll be charged extra at 20p/MB. This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 12 2014, 07:08 PM |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 12 2014, 07:46 PM
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QUOTE(kuroneko0509 @ Aug 12 2014, 07:21 PM) usually giffgaff users will pick one from this plan instead http://giffgaff.com/goodybagsThanks for the information. Just checked, it seems that I may have to go for Three carrier. Much better coverage in Northampton.  Rate is about the same as Giffgaff as well. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 13 2014, 09:35 AM
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QUOTE(crazycyp @ Aug 13 2014, 01:13 AM) Hi all, I have a lot of questions to asked even after reading the previous post I'm still not clear on many things on the bank issue 1. I were going to UK next month and i was kinds of worries about the bank issue cause i was unclear that u guys talking about the bank draft ...... question is: The bank draft is that issued by the local bank draft ? or you guys refer to the traveler cheque ? 2. If there any UK bank offer us to open oversea account ? Hope that those who have experience can reply to my questions.. Thanks! Stop reposting over and over again. People would not be able to help as they finding it hard to understand what you're actually trying to say. Please spend the remaining month to brush up bro. No offence. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 13 2014, 07:28 PM
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QUOTE(cnwh @ Aug 13 2014, 05:14 PM) Hi, anyone know where and how much to translate birth cert for visa? How long does it take? I don't think you would need that as I've asked most of my friends who got accepted and they told me that it's not necessary. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 14 2014, 08:39 AM
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QUOTE(kuroneko0509 @ Aug 14 2014, 04:51 AM) nope, definitely better grabbing rice cooker from malaysia. the choices are kinda limited here. especially if you'll be staying alone, a small one is enough. Sorry for my stupidness. I'm wondering how you guys actually able to stuff in a rice cooker into check-in luggage? I'm thinking of bringing one too, but I don't think it will fit  |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 15 2014, 09:12 AM
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Oh myyy. Just got my Accommodation offer today. They offered me a Twin-En-Suite room. Should I accept it?
By the way, twin en-suite = a room with 2 single beds and a shared en-suite right?
This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 15 2014, 09:12 AM
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 15 2014, 01:13 PM
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QUOTE(tianqi @ Aug 15 2014, 09:32 AM) Hi, I think twin is perfectly alright unless you want single ensuite? Or you have any budget?  Lol. I put that as my last option and the university gave me that. What to do. I'm fine with twin if my roommate is hygienic and no snoring xD |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 15 2014, 10:08 PM
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Guys. I'm screwed! I just realized that I filled up my Old passport details wrongly on the Online Visa Application. I did a mistake on the expiration date of my old passport. What should I do?!!!
Should I point it out to them during the interview or just pray hard that they don't notice it?
This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 15 2014, 10:09 PM
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 15 2014, 11:42 PM
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QUOTE(Cottoncandyclouds @ Aug 15 2014, 11:20 PM) Cancel your appointment and application, initiate refund process on the website and redo a new application. All errors have to be corrected online before heading to the appointment centre. If the visa centre spots any mistakes on your form, there is a large chance they will send you home. Even if they don't notice it, the High Commission in Manila will )(they are the ones who vet through your document one last time before issuing you a visa). My gosh. Wouldn't it be better if I point it out to them on Monday and see what they can do about it and then decide again? |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 16 2014, 04:18 PM
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QUOTE(limeuu @ Aug 16 2014, 02:35 PM) Don't bother with minor mistakes....they don't really care....unless of course you put UK instead of Msia.... I thought you're supposed to specify in terms of State for place of birth? |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 17 2014, 01:05 PM
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Going for visa interview tomorrow! Hopefully, everything's fine
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 17 2014, 05:13 PM
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QUOTE(Cottoncandyclouds @ Aug 17 2014, 03:47 PM) Uh, it's not my bad. She is involved in the visa form filling and process. How is 'personnel' limited by physical spaces? It applies to mobile jobs as well ( a volunteer patrolling a residential area is called a safety or security personnel. He does not have to work at a police station). Noone misunderstood me by far, except you. My information is correct. Sorry to say that. To be honest, some of your information are quite misleading. Same goes to the terms you used. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 18 2014, 04:00 PM
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Hi guys,
Just submitted my Visa application. Just a reminder here. If you ever make any mistakes on some particular details on the visa application, you can just use a pen to cross them out and do your corrections on the side. They'll still accept the application as long as it is a minor mistakes. However, be sure to point them out to your interviewer.
Note: You don't have to cancel your appointment or whatsoever to redo the application unless you apply the wrong visa category. Good luck guys.
This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 18 2014, 04:02 PM
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 19 2014, 10:18 AM
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QUOTE(tianqi @ Aug 19 2014, 10:08 AM) Hi guys, i just received a mail stated: your visa will be despatched shortly. Passports can normally be collected from the Visa Application Centre after 3 days depending on which country you applied from. Does this means i have to go n collect it 3 days later or i can go to collect it now? Took you exactly how long to receive this mail? |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 19 2014, 10:24 AM
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QUOTE(tianqi @ Aug 19 2014, 10:21 AM) I did my biometric on 6/8. So overall around 13 days??😃 Wow. Which means that it only took them 9 working days to issue the visa. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 20 2014, 06:05 PM
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QUOTE(ZeneticX @ Aug 20 2014, 04:11 PM) to those who applied for their visa recently, may i ask is financial document verification still required ? 've heard from some friends its no longer required, but the rules in the website still state its a must Just bring them in case they ask for it. |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 20 2014, 06:05 PM
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QUOTE(ZeneticX @ Aug 20 2014, 04:11 PM) to those who applied for their visa recently, may i ask is financial document verification still required ? 've heard from some friends its no longer required, but the rules in the website still state its a must Double posted This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 20 2014, 06:06 PM |
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EdwinCodec
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Aug 20 2014, 09:48 PM
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QUOTE(Shyuejer @ Aug 20 2014, 09:43 PM) Hey there, May I know how did u confirm that this is true? I'm asking because I left out a country from the list of countries I visited(it was Switzerland and its immi dept didn't stamp on my passport) but I already submitted my application and book the appointment. I'm kinda worried if that detail has to be included and whether I still have the chance to correct it. I'm not sure about your case. As for my case, I wrote my old passport's expiry date incorrectly and the guy at VFS told me to cross it out and write the correct date on the side and he said it's fine. I believe yours is minor too as you'll be submitting your original passport as a supporting document. This post has been edited by EdwinCodec: Aug 20 2014, 09:48 PM |
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