In most cases, visa applications are dealt with on paper with the prospective student never interviewed by an entry clearance officer overseas.

But as a warning to prospective student renters, make sure you imagine yourself living there and don't be rushed into thinking it'll do.

The plan to require all prospective student teachers to pass literacy and numeracy tests will also cause logistical problems.

Such action serves as a way to advertise the faculty member's research interests to prospective student researchers.

Here are five financial lessons that every prospective student should heed.