Science with a Foundation Year induction timetable
We’re excited to meet you and welcome you to the School of Life Sciences.
As a little reminder, you need to for your course. The deadline to complete the form is 12pm on Tuesday 1 September. Any lab coats, hoodies or t -shirts ordered after this date may not arrive in time for your first lab session.
If you need somewhere on campus to log onto online sessions, you can find study spaces in the library or check locations of PCs across the campus.
gives detailed information about accessibility of buildings, you may wish to use this to plan your route to buildings or rooms. We’ve linked rooms where possible for you.
There are lots of activities happening across the campus and we encourage you to attend events and sessions that will help you build your community at university and your entire School Welcome programme.
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
Welcome activities taking place on Monday 21 September
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10am - 12 noon
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Foundation Science Welcome Talk
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This session is essential for you to get a great start on your course. You will receive an overview of your course and hints and tips on how to be a successful student. A definite must!
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UP Physics Building (22) C04
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1 - 4pm
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Foundation Science - Social
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This session is essential for you to get a great start on your course. You will meet your personal tutor and your peers on the course.
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UP Coates Building C24
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Tuesday 22 September
Welcome activities taking place on Tuesday 22 September
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10-11am
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Library Induction - Bring your device
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Join our friendly Library staff for an online session that will explain how to get started with your libraries.
Bring your device to join in person.
Find out more about Libraries and how they can assist you during your time here.
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If you're struggling for space on campus we've booked Coates Road Auditorium (51)
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11am - 12 noon
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IT Induction - Bring your device
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Discover all about the IT services available to assist you with your studies, getting connected, accessing software and apps and staying safe online.
Bring your device to join in person.
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Wednesday 23 September
No induction activities planned for today.
Thursday 24 September
Welcome activities taking place on Thursday 24 September
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9.30 - 11am
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Introduction to Foundation Biology modules
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An essential session where we’ll explain the Biology modules on your course and introduce you to the skills needed to study a science degree
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11am - 12 noon
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Introduction to foundations of scientific research
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This session is an introduction to the foundations of scientific research module you will take as part of your degree.
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1pm - 4pm
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Introduction to Foundation Chemistry
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This session is an essential start to your learning journey on the foundation science programme.
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Friday 25 September
No induction activities planned for today.