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.
Additional information
University card collection times and locations
Please visit the University Card page to find out when and where you can collect your card.
Additional Welcome Week events
Visit the events page to explore the exciting activities that you can get involved in across our campuses throughout Welcome Week.
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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Year 1 Welcome Talk
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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–4pm
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Meet your Personal Tutor
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A one-hour slot will be allocated by Group A - 2pm-3pm. Group B – 3pm-4pm. (allocated slot will be communicated closer to the time by email)
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A10/A12 Physical Chemistry Teaching Labs, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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Tuesday 22 September
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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9am–11am
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Preparation for Studies – Session 1
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First preparation session describing what you should expect as you study such as different teaching methods, course structure and optional modules.
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Room C17, Pope Building, University Park Campus
For help with Navigating to this location please see link to video resource here:
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11am–12pm
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Year 1 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–3pm
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CHEM1039 Introduction to Practical Chemistry
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A workshop to help prepare for practical classes on your course including important information on Health and Safety and lab allocations.
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Room C24, Coates Building, University Park Campus
For help with Navigating to this location please see link to video resource here:
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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
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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10am–11am
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Getting to know your tutor group and Treasure Hunt
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Group Session to get to know your tutor group. All destinations for the treasure hunt will be key locations (eg rooms where you will have lectures/seminars/labs during Semester 1)
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Lecture Theatre X1, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus.
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11am–12pm
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CHEM1034 Analytical Chemistry and Mathematical Methods in Chemistry – Introductory Workshop
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A workshop to introduce you to the digital tools required for the Analytical and Maths part of the course.
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Room C19 and room C20, Coates Building, University Park Campus
For help with Navigating to this location please see link to video resource here:
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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
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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10am–12pm
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Support for Studies – Support and Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI)
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A session on Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity (EDI), dignity and respect led by the School of Chemistry EDI director & School DLO.
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Lecture Theatre X1, Chemistry Building, University Park Campus
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12pm–1pm
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Year 1 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–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. Group A session at 1pm-2.30pm; Group B session at 2.30pm-4.00pm. (A time slot will be communicated to you closer to the time by email).
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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
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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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 1 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–3pm
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Laboratory Assessment and Feedback session
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The session contains information on Laboratory Assessment and Feedback.
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Lecture Theatre X1, 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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