Applying to university for international students involves several steps that may not be difficult, but are quite complex and time-consuming.
These stages are:
1. Filling out the university application
2. Send the listed documents: CV, cover letter, letter of recommendation, proof of English level (IELTS, TOEFL), mark sheet from the previous school, and certificate confirming that you have completed the previous school.
3. After sending the documents, if the answer is positive, the university will send you an offer.
4. Accepting the offer
5. Tuition deposit payment
6. Accommodation reservation, deposit payment
7. After that, the university sends you the CAS and the housing contract
8. All payments are made after these documents
9. Dealing with visa issues and obtaining a visa (if required according to your citizenship)
10. You are already a student at Nottingham University.