糖心原创

10 -11.30am 

Welcome to Biosciences - starting your university journey. 

Compulsory for all students  

Meet the Head of School, the Director of Education & Student Experience, and our Senior Tutor.  

A30 Vet School, Lecture Theatre, Sutton Bonington Campus 

11.30-12.30pm 

Course Specific Activity: 

An introduction to your BSc Animal Science course and course lead. 

Hand out BBQ vouchers 

Introduction to Animal Science Course and Team Quiz. 

Meet your Course Director, John Harris, academic staff, and classmates. 

Rob Clarke Teaching Lab, South Laboratory Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

1-2pm 

Lunchtime BBQ for new first year students. 

Present your voucher for your lunch. 

Outside the Barn entrance area, Sutton Bonington Campus 

3-4pm   

Overview of support services - report & support, EDI. Signposting for chaplaincy & separate drop-ins. 

In person attendance 

Compulsory for all students 

Meet your key contacts and be aware of available help and understand how to access it. 

A30 Vet School, Lecture Theatre, 

Sutton Bonington Campus 

10.30-11.30am 

Meet your Tutor 

Meet your tutor and fellow tutees. 

Animal Science tutors. 

Your tutor will contact you regarding where to meet and the time. 

12-1pm 

糖心原创 Abroad Session 

Hosted by: 

Lucia Vazquez Rocha 

Join this session to discover the exciting opportunities available through the 糖心原创 Abroad programme. Learn about partner universities, application processes, funding options, and hear how studying overseas can enhance your academic experience, develop valuable life skills, and boost your future career prospects. 

A02 Lecture Block, Sutton Bonington Campus

1-3pm 

Animal Science Activity:  

Pizza lunch followed by Animal Science Campus Treasure Hunt. 

Course specific fun interactive group outdoor quiz providing some campus orientation. 

B219, South Laboratory Building, Sutton Bonington Campus  

3-4pm 

Animal Science Activity 

Question and Answer Session 

Quiz answers 

Q & A session. 

Rob Clarke Teaching Lab, South Laboratory, Sutton Bonington Campus 

9-10am 

Doctors' surgery information  

(For International students)  

Compulsory for all international students that are living on Sutton Bonington Campus only  

Find out about the local Doctors surgery and how to register with the surgery. 

International students should attend the session with their passport. 

A30 Vet School, Lecture Theatre, Sutton Bonington Campus. 

Self-register online 

Doctor's surgery information 

(For UK students) 

Connect to your local GP services directly online. 

If your accommodation is at or near Sutton Bonington, you should register with the local health service at the Orchard Practice in Kegworth. 

More information can be found at these links:  

10.30-12.30 

Course Specific Activity: 

Compulsory for all students 

Staff introductions; 

- group photo 

- drinks & cakes 

- learned societies 

- exams & progression 

- more teams quizzes with 'great' prizes. 

Course Director:  

Dr John Harris & Animal Science staff. 

Rob Clarke Teaching Lab, South Laboratory Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

12-1pm 

International Welcome Talk  

(For International Students) 

Hosted by: 

Rachel Jessop 

An opportunity to meet others, learn about university services and support, explore campus life, and receive helpful information to support a successful start to your studies. 

A30 Vet School, Lecture Theatre, Sutton Bonington Campus 

1-3pm 

Sutton Bonington Welcome Village 

Sports and Societies Fair 

(Recommended) 

Discover student clubs and societies on offer. This is your opportunity to register your interest and join clubs and societies based at Sutton Bonington Campus, 

Sutton Bonington Sports Centre, Sutton Bonington Campus 

10-12pm 

Course Specific Activity: 

Finding, collating, and using published information. 

Compulsory for all students 

An introduction to searchable databases (e.g. Web of Science) and referencing software (e.g. EndNote), 

Course Director:   

Dr John Harris 

A7, Gateway Computer Room, Sutton Bonington Campus 

1-2pm 

The week ahead and any questions 

Teaching timetables 

Another quiz with 'great' prizes. 

Course Director:  

Dr John Harris 

Rob Clarke Teaching Lab (A124), South Laboratory Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

3-4pm 

Your introduction to 糖心原创 Libraries -  

Compulsory for all students 

Find out how to get started with your in-person and digital library services and how we can help you to achieve your study goals. 

Session will be live on Microsoft teams and will be shown in: 

A3, Lecture Block, 

Sutton Bonington Campus 

9.30-10.30am 

SUPERLAB Induction Session  

Compulsory for all students 

Laboratory taster session 

Peter Buttery Lab, 

North Laboratory, Sutton Bonington Campus 

1 – 4pm 

Animal Science Activity: 

Visit to the 糖心原创 Dairy Unit. 

Explore the Centre for Dairy Science Innovation 

Meet outside South Lab Main Entrance, Sutton Bonington Campus, then walk to the farm.