International Students

Uzbekistan is a country steeped in history. As part of the Great Silk Road, for centuries it has been a thoroughfare for travelers who have brought with them different cultures, traditions, inventions and thoughts. Now the University of Westminster has brought some of its traditions and all of the standards of UK education to the capital Tashkent. There is a long tradition of scholarship in Uzbekistan and we welcome you to continue the tradition by choosing to study at WIUT.

Tashkent is an attractive, safe city with an eclectic combination of ancient and modern. There are the essential attractions for students to enjoy their social life - sports facilities, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, night-life. The University campus is based in the city centre and is accessible by all forms of public transport - Metro, bus, tram, etc. You can more details from the official website of Tashkent city.

As the University is relatively small (approximately 700 students) there is a strong student bond, with frequent social events and activities organised by a very active Students Union.

WIUT has a vibrant student life and a unique community of students. International students mix well with their Uzbek fellows, enjoying the opportunity to learn and understand different cultures. The University is growing more diverse in its student population. WIUT is an international university, and is proud to welcome students from different backgrounds, nationalities and with different ethnicity. WIUT is also a secular University, recognising students with different religions or faiths.

Immigration and visas

CIS nationals

If you are a national of a Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) country (except Turkmenistan and Tajikistan), you can enter Uzbekistan as a student with a minimum of formality. You do not require a visa but you will need your passport for registration at local Immigration Authorities of Uzbekistan.

Non-CIS nationals - ALL OTHER COUNTRIES

If you are not a national of the CIS or you are Turkmen or Tajik national, you must meet certain immigration requirements. You are required to obtain an entry visa before coming to Uzbekistan. You can obtain this locally (in your own country) at the Uzbek Embassy or Consulate.

To come to Uzbekistan as a student you will have to do the followings:

• Apply to WIUT online;
• Receive a letter of unconditional acceptance for a full-time course;
• Transfer tuition fee payment before the start of Academic Year, i.e. 2nd October;
• Provide your travel documents’ details (e-mail to nizom@wiut.uz or ierzin@wiut.uz) for your visa and registration support in Tashkent.

Important note: Do not enter Uzbekistan on a visitor’s visa with the intention of being registered as a student at a later date. You can only enter the country with a student visa.

Getting to Tashkent and airport pick-up

You can get to Tashkent by air from most countries (within the CIS, Asia, Europe and the USA). When you arrive at Tashkent airport, you will pass through immigration and customs (please contact the Uzbek Embassy or Consulate for information about customs regulations BEFORE you leave for Uzbekistan).

WIUT’s Social Development Department (SDD) will arrange to pick you up from the airport on arrival and take you to University’s Hall of Residence (please ensure that you notify us well in advance of your travel arrangements!)

You need prior registration at the SDD, which is subject to your unconditional letter of acceptance.

Accommodation

While studying at Westminster International University in Tashkent, you can either stay in your own private accommodation or apply to live in the University Hall of Residence. There are approximately 130 places in the Hall and international students will be given priority. However, you will need to apply as soon as possible on receiving confirmation of your place at WIUT. You may reserve a room by e-mailing to asabirov@wiut.uz.

The WIUT Hall of Residence offers basic hostel accommodation. It is located within about 20 minutes travelling time of the University by public transport. The Hall is a nine-storey building with a wide range of facilities including a computer lab, kitchen (for you to do your own cooking!), gym for fitness activities and a health room on the ground floor. The first and second floors consist of flats for teachers. The other floors are reserved for students. Each floor consists of ten twin rooms and one twin room for disabled students and a shared kitchen with dining area. Each two rooms has a shared shower, toilet and washbasin.

As a resident, you will be required to have your own towels, cutlery and crockery and to keep your room and communal areas clean and tidy. Hall Services will provide you with bedding and are responsible for cleaning some communal areas. A Hall warden and nurse staff the Hall during the day and a Security Guard is on duty 24 hours a day.