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Induction timetable

School of Medicine/ Cancer Sciences (B130 & B131)

The digital Technology Service will have a smart bar pop up in the Medical School Building (B Floor) on the following days, to help with an IT related queries or issues.

Monday to Friday 21 September to 16 October, 11:00am to 3:00pm

Wednesday 23 September, 9:00am to 10:30am.

Monday 21 September
TimeActivityDescription Venue
11-11.45am Welcome from the Course Director Dr Andrew Benest will welcome you to the course and tell you more about it, including information on personal tutorials and research tutorials. You will also have the opportunity to meet other staff associated with the course. Med School B128
12-1pm University is a Challenge Introduction from Dr Andrew Benest. Followed by covering our expectations/ your expectations. Med School A4
(All students year 1, 2 and 3)
1-1.30pm Moodle Induction An introduction to using Moodle for your studies, delivered by the Learning Technology team in person. Med School B128
2-3pm Academic skills and your transition to university
(run by Libraries Learning Development team)		 In this session, we will be exploring top tips for balancing your study and non-study time, ideas to help you get to grips with university-level reading, as well as the basics of online communication via Teams and Outlook. Online Microsoft Teams Session via
10am-5pm Students Union Sports and Societies Fair This is an opportunity for students to meet our 400+ clubs and societies. Find your new hobby, sport and community here at UoN and meet some of the key helpful services. David Ross Sports Village.
Information on SU Freshers Fairs can be found here. Please note that this is not a scheduled session; this is for information only, and students are welcome to attend if they wish.
Tuesday 22 September
TimeActivity DescriptionVenue
10-11am Academic Essentials
(Delivered by Academic Language and Communication Skills).		 This online session aims to help you understand the academic conventions you are expected to follow by the University, including academic integrity, criticality and formality. Online Microsoft Teams Session via
12-12.30pm Introduction to Academic Language and Communication Skills This session gives you an overview of a wide range of support ALACS offers to help you achieve your academic potential, including academic literacies, linguistic competence and communications skills whilst you are studying at UoN. Online Microsoft Teams Session via
1-2pm Reading and Writing in English
(A session for International Students).		 This session is for international students only.
This session gives you an overview of what might be expected of you during your study in terms of reading sources and writing assignments.		 Online Microsoft Teams Session via
10am-3pm Students’ Union Sports and Societies Fair This is an opportunity for students to meet our 400+ clubs and societies. Find your new hobby, sport and community here at UoN and meet some of the key helpful services David Ross Sports Village, University Park.
Information on SU Freshers Fairs can be found here. Please note that this is not a scheduled session; this is for information only, and students are welcome to attend if they wish.
Wednesday 23 September
TimeActivity Description Venue
11am-12pm Speaking and listening in English
(A session for International Students)		 An online session for International Students only.
This session gives you an overview of what you might face during your stay in the UK in terms of interacting with people inside and outside the university.		 Online Microsoft Teams Session via
1.30-2.30pm Library welcome session Live online session for Cancer Sciences students delivered by staff from the library service. Find out what services the library offers and how they can support you during your studies on the course. Online Microsoft Teams Session via
3-4pm British and Academic Culture
(A session for International Students)		 Online session for International Students only.
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.		 Online Microsoft Teams Session via
10am-4pm Students Union Freebie Fair Come along and grab your freebies from our national and local companies. There will be free pizza, smoothies and much more! Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park marquee, University Park
Information on SU Freshers Fairs can be found here. Please note that this is not a scheduled session; this is for information only, and students are welcome to attend if they wish
Thursday 24 September
TimeActivity DescriptionVenue
11-11.30am Wellbeing talk In person talk from the university’s Wellbeing team with useful information on the range of general wellbeing and support services available. QMC South Block C2505
11.30am-12pm Welcome from OncoSoc: the Cancer Sciences Society In person session.
A Welcome session from members of OncoSoc; the Cancer Sciences student’s society.		 QMC South Block C2505
1-2pm Introduction to Peer Mentoring and Meet your Mentor A session delivered in person by the Student Support Team regarding your peer mentors. QMC South Block C2505
2-3pm Note-making for University
(Delivered by the Libraries Learning Development Team)		 We will be discussing the benefits of digital, hand-written, and hybrid note-making strategies and offer you a range of tools to try out when making notes in lectures, seminars, and from your reading. Online Microsoft Teams session via
10am-4pm Students' Union Freebie Fair Come along and grab your freebies from our national and local companies. There will be free pizza, smoothies and much more! Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park marquee.
Information on SU Freshers Fairs can be found here. Please note that this is not a scheduled session; this is for information only, and students are welcome to attend if they wish.
Friday 25 September
TimeActivity Description Venue
11am-12pm Introduction to the MSci
(For MSci students only)		 For Year 1 students registered on the MSci Cancer Sciences and Year 2 BSc students considering continuing to the MSci Cancer Sciences. Delivered by Dr Sarah Storr). QMC South Block C1072
1-2pm Welcome from the Student Experience Teams and CommuniTEA In person session.
Welcome from the Education and Student Experience Teams.
Meet your fellow Cancer Sciences students and the personal tutors in a friendly and relaxed environment. Tea and coffee will be provided.		 QMC South Block C2505
10am-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 marquee, University Park.
Information on SU Freshers Fairs can be found here. Please note that this is not a scheduled session; this is for information only, and students are welcome to attend if they wish.

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