Other Costs
The price of our package includes the organisation of your placement, accommodation, food and full support in the UK and overseas (see Our Package for details). Below is a list of other costs that you should consider when budgeting for your elective:
Flights
With competition in the travel industry so high, there is always the opportunity to get special deals on flights, or even round the world tickets, at incredibly low cost. We have taken the price of flights out of the programme cost, so you can choose whichever option you personally prefer. If you would like advice on recommended agents, please contact us.
Visas
We will provide you with comprehensive advice on applying for a visa (where applicable) to enter the country where you are undertaking your elective. This will include information on current charges made by that country’s Embassy or High Commission, but please note that you are responsible for the cost.
Travel insurance
As many students decide to travel before or after their placement and have travel insurance in place already, we have taken this cost out of the placement price. If you wish, we can put you in contact with our insurance brokers, who offer high levels of cover at competitive rates. Please note that it is a condition of participating in our programme that you take out adequate insurance cover.
Travel to work
We try to locate our houses as close as possible to the majority of placements and in many cases it is possible to walk to work each day. Sometimes, however, you may need to take a bus or local taxi to work and you are responsible for this cost. In most cases, the cost of commuting is less than £1 a day.
Socialising and travelling
The programme fee does not cover spending money for socialising or travelling in your free time. Food and accommodation are available for you for the duration of your placement at your project base but if, for example, you travel at the weekends you will be responsible for any meals or hotel costs.
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