2+2 Undergraduate induction timetable
Your induction is a programme of activities and events to introduce you to your school and course. It's important that you attend each induction activity to give you the best start to the year.
Monday 21 September
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11am–5pm
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UoN Freshers’ Fair (Optional)
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Start Freshers’ week with a visit to the David Ross Sports Centre, where you can explore over 400 clubs and Societies at UoN. (10am-11am – Quieter hour with low-level lighting).
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David Ross Sports Centre, University Park Campus
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11am–12pm
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School of Chemistry Welcome Meeting for International Students
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Informal meeting for international students with key members of staff (light refreshments provided)
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Room B17, Physics Building, University Park Campus
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12pm–3.30pm
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School of Chemistry Welcome Fair
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The Welcome Fair provides an overview of key services, resources and support available across the University. You will have the opportunity to meet key staff members.
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Chemistry Foyer, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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1pm–2pm
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Welcome to the School of Chemistry Talk (Year 1 and 2+2 students)
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A welcome for new starters from the Head of School and Key Staff.
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Lecture Theatre X1, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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2pm–3pm
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Welcome Talk specifically for (2+2) students.
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A welcome talk for (2+2) students with key staff.
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Room B17, Physics Building, University Park Campus
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3pm–4pm
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Meet your Personal Tutor
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Meet your personal Tutor.
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A10/A12 Physical Chemistry Teaching Labs, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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Tuesday 22 September
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10am–11am
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Getting to know your Tutor Group and Treasure Hunt (2+2) Students only
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The emphasis is taking part and getting to know your tutor group. All the destinations will be where you will have lectures/seminars/labs during Semester 1.
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Room C14, Physics Building, University Park Campus
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11am–12pm
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Year 2 (2+2) Q&A Session
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Q&A session (drop-in) for new starters. Course Directors and key staff will be available to answer your questions.
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Chemistry Foyer, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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11am–3pm
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UoN Freshers’ Fair (Optional)
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Another chance to visit the David Ross Sports Centre, where you can explore over 400 clubs and Societies at UoN. (10am-11am – Quieter hour with low-level lighting).
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David Ross Sports Centre, University Park Campus
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Wednesday 23 September
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10am–11am
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IWW-CELE-Academic Essentials
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This session aims to help you understand the academic conventions you are expected to follow by the University, including academic integrity, criticality and formality.
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Microsoft Teams ()
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11am–12pm
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IWW-CELE-Academic Communications
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This session aims to introduce the main modes of academic communication used at the university-Moodle and e-mail, and how to make the best and most appropriate use of them.
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Microsoft Teams ()
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1pm–2pm
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IWW-CELE-Reading and Writing in English
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This session gives you an overview of what might be expected of you during your study in terms of reading sources and writing assignments.
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MS Teams (
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3pm–4pm
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IWW-CELE-British & Academic Culture
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This session gives you an overview of some interesting aspects of British culture and some insights into what academic culture in the UK expects from students.
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Microsoft Teams ()
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10am–4pm
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Students Union Freebie Fair (Optional)
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Discover a wide range of student offers, services and local organisations, covering areas such as fitness, housing, health and much more.
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Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus.
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Thursday 24 September
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10am–12pm & 1pm–2.30pm
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Lab Induction Session
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In-person Laboratory Orientation Session for (2+2) students.
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A10/A12 Physical Chemistry Teaching Labs, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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2.30pm–4pm
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Introduction to the Library, IT and Key Software
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An Introduction to the Library, IT and Key Software.
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Lecture Theatre X1, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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10am–4pm
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Students Union Freebie Fair (Optional)
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Another chance to discover a wide range of student offers, services and local organisations, covering areas such as fitness, housing, health and much more.
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Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus.
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Friday 25 September
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10am–12pm
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Preparation for Studies - Working together
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Students will have the opportunity to learn about Extenuating Circumstances, Academic Misconduct, effective note–taking and time management.
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Lecture Theatre X1, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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11.30am–1pm
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School of Chemistry Community Event
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Event to find out more about the Community within the school.
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Chemistry Foyer, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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12pm–1pm
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Year 2 (2+2) students Q&A Session
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Q&A session (drop-in) for new starters. Course Directors and key staff will be available to answer your questions.
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Chemistry Foyer, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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1pm–2pm
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Year 2 and (2+2) students Welcome Back Talk
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Welcome Back talk and information on studies for the upcoming year.
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Lecture Theatre X2, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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10am–4pm
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Discover Nottingham Fair (Optional)
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In–person event to find out more about the City of Nottingham.
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Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus.
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