Before you arrive

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Before you arrive, there are a few essential things you must do to become a University of Chester student, including completing online enrolment, submitting your photograph and paying your fees.

Online Enrolment

Information about enrolment will be published in July, please check back here then to find out more.

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Upload your Photograph

Before we can issue you with a Student ID card, you will need to upload your photograph. It is essential you complete this before you arrive. Follow these simple instructions.

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Pay your fees

If you are an undergraduate student who is in receipt of funding from the Student Loan Company, there is no fee to pay yourself. Paying your own fees? Follow these simple instructions.

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Apply for Accommodation

If you are moving to Chester, it is essential you secure accommodation before you arrive. Visit the Accommodation Office for more information.

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Wellbeing and Mental Health

Find out more about the support services available.

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Download the app

The University of Chester app shows your timetable, deadlines, alerts and much more in one page.

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Checklists

Undergraduate Checklist

Postgraduate Checklist

International Checklist

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Chat to a Student