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, our Senior Tutor

A30 Vet School, Lecture Theatre, Sutton Bonington Campus

11.30 -1pm

Course Specific Activity:

Welcome to BSc Nutrition

Compulsory for all students

Hand out BBQ vouchers

Meet your Course Director, Jemma Orr, academic staff and classmates.

A32 Charnwood, Lecture Theatre, Main 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 and support, EDI. Signposting for chaplaincy and 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 –11am  

Academic Essentials  

Hosted by Academic Language and Communication Skills (ALACS) 

Compulsory for all students 

This session aims to help you understand the academic conventions you are expected to follow by the University, including academic integrity, criticality and formality. 

Session will be live on Microsoft teams  

and will be shown in: 

A32 Charnwood Room, (Lecture Theatre), Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

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

2-4pm 

Division Specific Activity 

Escape Room 

Meet at the Bandstand,  

Sutton Bonington Campus 

4-5pm 

Digital and Technology Services IT Induction – Find out about essential software, handy apps, tips, and tricks, where to find technical help and support, plus much more. 

Learn more about the IT services available here at the university. This session has been specifically designed to help you get started and thrive in our digital learning landscape. 

NB: Asynchronous – DTS will provide a video for Schools to play to students. 

It will cover these steps: 

 /studentservices/welcome/get-started/new-starter-checklist.aspx 

Venue:  

A02 Lecture Block, 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:  

10-11am 

Introduction to Sutton Bonington Life for new students 

Sessions running: 

• SB / UoN security (10 – 10:15) 

• UoN Sport (10:15-10:25) 

• The Burrow (10:25 – 10:35) 

• Students Union and SB Guild (10:35 – 10:45) 

A32 Charnwood Lecture Theatre, Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

11-12pm

Personal Tutor Group Meeting 

Meet your personal tutor - learn about the support available to you. 

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

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 

10-12 

Food in the City:  

 A Nottingham Walking Tour. 

Join us to explore how Nottingham’s past and present food environments influence what we eat today. From markets to fast food, we’ll look at how the city shapes our diets and health. 

We will meet at the 'Left Lion' (one of two stone lions situated either side of the steps leading to the front entrance of the Council House) in the Market Square, Nottingham city centre at 10.00 am.  

3-4pm 

Your introduction to 糖心原创 Libraries - Undergraduate Session 

In-person attendance  

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: 

A33 Food Science Building, Sutton Bonington Campus 

11am-12 noon 

SUPERLAB Induction Session  

Laboratory taster session

Peter Buttery Lab, 

North Laboratory, Sutton Bonington Campus

10 - 4pm 

Discover Nottingham Fair  

Uncover some local gems located in and around Nottingham. These independents are some of the best that Nottingham has to offer. Expect more freebies, tasters and discounts.   

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park between Portland Building and Trent Building, 

University Park Campus