Travel Plans
Preparation is everything. Take time to find out what you need before you travel and it will make your journey and stay at university much less stressful.
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A Warm Welcome
We have welcomed thousands of international students from over 70 countries to Ulster University so we understand that it can be a daunting experience travelling from around the world to get here. We are here to help make that journey as enjoyable and worry-free as possible.
Preparation is everything so please take time to find out what you need to do before you travel and it will make your journey to university much more enjoyable.
Travelling to your campus
International students should make plans to arrive early enough to allow them to participate in our International Student Orientation events. International Student Advisory Service staff and Global Ambassadors will operate our meet and greet service at George Best Belfast City (BHD) airport from Saturday 6 September thru Sunday 14 September, and at Belfast International (BFS) airport on Saturday 13 September and Sunday 14 September.
If you are arriving during our meet and greet period, our friendly and helpful team will be available to assist you with your onward journey to campus. So please make sure that you upload all necessary pre-travel documents to CAS Shield so that we know when to expect you.
If you plan to travel outside our meet and greet period, we would recommend that you check out the information about public transport.
You can find further information about travelling to and entering Northern Ireland in our sections on UK Airports and Immigration Control.
Remember, please upload all necessary pre-travel documents to CAS Shield. If you have any questions, you can email the International Student Advisory Service at isas@ulster.ac.uk
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Making your own way to Ulster
We provide information on transport options to assist your onward journey arrangements.
Airport Meet and Greet
Supporting your arrival and transfer to campus.
Travelling via the UK and Ireland
Travel information on flight routes and on the Belfast airports, for international students travelling to study at Ulster University in Northern Ireland.
Travel Insurance
It is very important that you purchase travel insurance before your journey to the UK.
Luggage
Tips on what to pack for your time at Ulster.
Academic Dates
Date of attendance, examinations and vacations across the academic year.
