What's on during Welcome
Welcome is such a busy and exciting time! There's a lot going on, but we're here to help you decide where to go and what to do as you start your student life at Birmingham.
Everything begins with Arrivals Weekend (Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September), the key time for students moving into University and partner accommodation. Arrivals Weekend is open to everyone, whether you'll be living with us or not, and your friends and family are invited too.
Welcome Week begins on Monday 22 September. The fun continues with lots of extra activities across campus, to help you discover everything your new student life at Birmingham has to offer!
Explore campus on Arrivals Weekend
Kick start your University experience on Arrivals Weekend! Our key events and venues will start over the weekend, so whether you're moving in or commuting to University, you can head onto campus to explore and start settling in ahead on Welcome Week getting underway.
Parents and carers of new students, you're welcome too! Whether you're tagging along with your new student, or leaving them to get to know their flatmates, you're invited to campus to explore and find out all the useful information to help you support your student.
Your Welcome Week experience
Your programme induction sessions form the core of your Welcome experience - you can meet staff, get to know your coursemates, and find out what to expect as you begin your studies with us. Check your timetable in the from September.
There is also a huge range of additional, optional events and activities taking place. You won't be able to attend everything, so we recommend taking some time to think about what's most important to you and planning your time so you don't miss the things that matter to you.
Our student events page helps you explore what's on during Welcome and throughout the year. You can browse what's happening, add events to your calendar, and sign up to take part.
Browse events you can attend, in addition to your programme induction.
Our Welcome highlights
Student Community Hub
Saturday 20 - Friday 26 September, 10:00-16:00, marquee near Old Joe
Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!
Welcome Fair
Saturday 20 - Monday 22 September, 10:00-16:00, Great Hall, Aston Webb
Meet the teams and departments here to support you as a student! Get useful information, ask any questions you might have, and maybe even pick up a freebie or two. Drop in any time - everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends along too.
Sport & Fitness Fair
Tuesday 23 September, 09:00-16:00, Sport & Fitness Centre
Join us at Sport & Fitness to discover how you can start or continue your sporting journey, socially or competitively. With 58 sports to choose from and a huge range of fitness opportunities, there really is something for everyone.
Campus Tours
Saturday 20 - Friday 26 September, 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, meet outside Main Library
Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots!
Guild Societies Fair
Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 September, 11:00-16:00, Guild of Students
Here at the Guild of Students, we support over 300 incredible student groups, societies and associations! Today is your chance to meet academic, interest, activity, and recreational and competitive groups, plus our Associations.
Guild of Students events
The Guild of Students is your students' union, and is there to ensure you get the most out of University life. Explore events from the Guild of Students and groups and societies on their website.
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A year of opportunities
Celebrate the festive season with Christmas on Campus, including an extra special visit from Santa!
Sign up for fairs, workshops, and opportunities to start building your employability.
Drop-in to activities to take a break and chat with other students and staff here to help you.
Try Social Sports, enjoy free Active Residences sessions, or join teams and clubs with Sport & Fitness.
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