Welcome to the University of Birmingham!

We're so excited to welcome you to the University! Welcome begins with Arrivals Weekend on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September, where you can start to settle into campus and accommodation, with Welcome Week beginning on Monday 23 September. The Welcome fun continues as teaching begins on Monday 30 September.

 

Your School and College events

To get the best experience, make sure you are logged into this page using your student email address and password. This will show you exclusive social and wellbeing events for your College, so you can meet other students studying similar subjects.

Remember to check your programme and School induction sessions on your timetable! These essential sessions will help you get ready to study and get the most out of your programme. Find your sessions in your timetable on the MyUoB app.

Welcome at the Guild of Students

The Guild of Students is your students' union, run by students, for students. They have exciting daytime, evening and nighttime events to help you make the most of Birmingham, and offer the only official Welcome Wristband! Make sure to check out their Welcome programme.

What's on in Welcome

BIA Under 18 Students Welcome Event
27th September 10am - 2pm
Room 108, University House
BIA Foundation Programme Under 18 students compulsory event!
Welcome | Birmingham International Academy
A close up of a student colouring in a picture of Old Joe Chill Space
27th September 10am - 4pm
Library Lounge, Main Library
Prefer a more relaxed space away from some of the crowds and noise of Welcome Week? Head to the Main Library for a more chilled area where you can meet other students, relax with some low-key activities, or take some time out for yourself.
Welcome
A student stands amongst bikes in a covered bike rack Free D-Lock and Bike Register
27th September 10am - 4pm
Community Safety Hub, North Gate
Planning to cycle in Birmingham? Grab a free D-Lock and register your bike to help keep it safe and secure.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
27th September 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Two students chat outside Neurodivergent and Differently Abled: Coffee Morning
27th September 10am - noon
Room LG03, Teaching and Learning Building
This is a safe space to meet and share your experiences with your peers over refreshment and nibbles. Meet current students to learn more about what is it like to be differently abled and/or neurodivergent in the College of Arts & Law.
Welcome | Arts & Law
UG Welcome Address - College of Social Sciences
27th September 10am - 11am
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
Join us for and intro from leading figures in the College, an opportunity to meet staff and students from across the four Schools and, of course, your free College mug - only available at this event! This event is for Undergraduates (BA/BSc).
Welcome | Social Sciences
Two students play table tennis on a bright blue table, in a busy marquee space Welcome Marquee
27th September 10am - 4pm
Welcome Marquee, Green Heart
Wrap up the last day of Welcome Week in the Welcome Marquee, with games and activities to keep you busy between induction sessions.
Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
27th September 10am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
Students studying together at the university of Birmingham in a classroom Academic Learning Styles in the UK
27th September 11am - noon
Room 118, Teaching and Learning Building
Are you an international student? Are you curious about how learning styles in the UK might differ from what you're used to? Join us for an engaging and interactive session where we’ll explore and compare lecture expectations in the UK.
Welcome | Birmingham International Academy
Two students smile whilst holding freshly baked bread Bread Baking Masterclass with Pastor Obi Iheoma
27th September 11am - 3pm
Welcome Marquee, Green Heart
Do you remember your first experience of eating bread? Join Pastor Obi to make bread and share a freshly baked loaf. No book necessary.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
A group of students stand in the Aston Webb reception, a marbled lined interior, listening to a student in a high vis jacket Campus Tours
27th September 11am - 4pm
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!
Welcome
Two students stand under an umbrella outside St Francis Hall Interfaith Café
27th September 11am - noon
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Join your Multi-Faith Chaplaincy for a space and a place to talk and learn about the faith of your neighbours.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Red and blue graphic which says 'Welcome 2024, Societies Fair' Societies Fair: Day Three
27th September 11am - 4pm
Guild of Students
Joining a society is one of the best parts of student life, so you must visit the Guild’s Societies Fair to meet some of their 300+ groups and see which ones you’d like to join.
Welcome | Guild of Students
Students with laptops discussing their learning Using Generative AI for studying
27th September 11am - noon
Online
A great introduction to GenAI tools and how they can be used to enhance your study and learning.
Academic Skills Centre | Welcome
A man hands a bike lock to a student whilst holding a bike Second Hand Bike Sale
27th September 11:30am - 3pm
Green Heart
Grab yourself a professionally reconditioned bike to help you travel around campus and beyond.
Welcome
6-a-side - Campus League Taster Session
27th September noon - 1pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
students playing badminton Social Table Tennis & Badminton - Campus League Taster Session
27th September noon - 1pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
Two people, sat at a table having a chat over a drink A Guide to Wellbeing at UoB
27th September 1pm - 2pm
Online
Join the Student Wellbeing and Partnerships Team for an overview of key services and teams that can provide you with support, advice and guidance throughout your time at UoB.
Welcome | Wellbeing
Three students wearing aprons smile whilst baking in a kitchen Bread & Belief: a Christian community
27th September 4pm - 6pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Bake tasty bread and discuss how you might live your dreams as we eat bread together around the table. People of all beliefs, and none, are welcomed.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
student holding a tennis racket Social Tennis - Campus League Taster Session
27th September 4pm - 5pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
Graphic which says 'International Social & After Party' and advertises that there will be free entry, free food and a Fusion After Party. International Social + Fusion After Party
27th September 7pm - 2am
Joe's Bar, Guild of Students
Calling all international students! Make sure you join your International Officer, Ravikiran, at the Guild of Students for the chance to meet other international students and make friends.
Welcome | Guild of Students
student shooting a basketball Social Basketball - Campus League Taster Session
28th September noon - 1pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
Graphic which says 'Welcome to Halls: Finale', advertising it will take place 28 September, 2-6pm and there will be free food. Welcome to Halls: Finale
28th September 2pm - 6pm
The Vale
Celebrate your first week of living away from home by heading to the Welcome to Halls: Finale. Complete with free food, fun activities, a surf simulator and much more, you won't want to miss out.
Welcome
A student smiles whilst playing a violin, with students on flute and clarinet behind University Music: Sing and Play day
29th September 10:30am - 5:30pm
Bramall Music Building
Join University Music for a day of joyful music-making to kick-start the new academic year. Whether you are new to us or returning after the summer break, we can’t wait to start making music together!
Welcome
students playing hockey Social Hockey - Campus League Taster Session
29th September noon - 1pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
A silhouetted figure stood DJing at a laptop, with a large wooden cross next to them be...
29th September 6pm - 9pm
Meet at Old Joe
Join the University of Birmingham Anglican Chaplaincy and Bournville Parish Church for joyful and welcoming Sunday evening worship in Bournville.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Graphic which says 'Karaoke Night' and advertises free entry and that the event will take place on 29 September from 7pm. Joe's Karaoke Night
29th September 7pm - 1am
Joe's Bar, Guild of Students
With a vast selection of songs to choose from, you'll find the perfect track to showcase your voice. Whether you're performing or just watching, prepare for a night of music and laughter!
Welcome | Guild of Students
A student sits at a laptop at a desk, with a lamp on Night Prayers
29th September 8pm - 8:45pm
Online
Calm your evening with an online night prayer, led by our Methodist and Anglican Chaplains. Everyone is welcome.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Students browse racks of posters outdoors under a black gazebo Poster Sale
30th September 9am - 6pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
Brighten up your living space and bring your room to life with Pyramid Posters' sale here on campus.
Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
30th September 9am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
30th September 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Members of a brass band stand at ease outdoors, ready to perform University Music: Auditions for our ensembles
30th September 10am - 4th October 5pm
University Music Hub and Bramall Music building
University Music has many ensembles for you to get involved in, and some require an audition to participate. Everyone is encouraged to sign up! Our auditions are relaxed, friendly and aim to place musicians in the most suitable ensemble for them.
Welcome
A group of students sat at a picnic table, chatting (on University of Birmingham campus) Board Game Café – hosted by your Guild International Officer
30th September noon - 2pm
Welcome Marquee, Green Heart
Are you an International Student? Have any questions? Here's your chance to pop in and have a chat with your International Officer!
Welcome
students playing football Social Women's Football - Campus League Taster Session
30th September noon - 1pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
students playing badminton Social Badminton - Campus League Taster Session
30th September 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
Students browse racks of posters outdoors under a black gazebo Poster Sale
1st October 9am - 6pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
Brighten up your living space and bring your room to life with Pyramid Posters' sale here on campus.
Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
1st October 9am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
1st October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
5 students sit chatting at a tall table PhD Chat for new researchers and returners
1st October 10am - 11:30am
Westmere House
Come and chat with other Postgraduate Research students (PGRs) about any worries that arise when getting started with your PhD, and what you're excited for in the year ahead!
University Graduate School | Welcome
A group of students sat at a picnic table, chatting (on University of Birmingham campus) Board Game Café – hosted by your Community Safety Team
1st October noon - 2pm
Welcome Marquee, Green Heart
Are you an International Student? Have any questions? Here's your chance to pop in and have a chat with your Community Safety Team!
Welcome
Three students sit chatting on outdoor steps Cards Against Mundanity
1st October 1pm - 3pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Break through the mundane with conversations that really mean something! This is a fun and social session with the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
students playing badminton Social Badminton - Campus League Taster Session
1st October 4pm - 5pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
students playing badminton Social Badminton - Campus League Taster Session
1st October 5pm - 6pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
student shooting a basketball Social Basketball - Campus League Taster Session
1st October 6pm - 7pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
students playing netball on a court Social Netball - Campus League Taster Session
1st October 6pm - 7pm
Sport & Fitness
Campus League hosts the University of Birmingham’s internal weekly social sport leagues, held throughout Terms one and two of the academic year. Come and have a taster!
Welcome | Sport & Fitness
Students browse racks of posters outdoors under a black gazebo Poster Sale
2nd October 9am - 6pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
Brighten up your living space and bring your room to life with Pyramid Posters' sale here on campus.
Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
2nd October 9am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
2nd October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Golden Chalice on Table Beside a Priest in Green Chasuble Anglican Eucharist
2nd October 12:30pm - 1pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Come together with students and staff for this Eucharistic Anglican Service.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Students studying together at the university of Birmingham in a classroom Working in the UK After Your Studies: an immigration law perspective
2nd October 12:30pm - 2pm
Online
Attend this session to discuss graduate routes, skilled worker route, employer sponsorship and other visa routes that might be applicable, depending on your circumstances.
Careers Network | Welcome
A student looks closely at a painting in a gallery The Free Little Art Gallery
2nd October 1pm - 3pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Be creative. Make art. Connect with others. Join a free creative session with the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
3rd October 9am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
3rd October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Two students outdoors smile looking at a phone with Old Joe in the background Midday Prayer
3rd October 1pm - 1:30pm
Online
Stop and re-connect at this Christian service of midday prayer.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Welcome
Two students on a bench chatting on a sunny day Postgraduate Research Westmere Social
3rd October 3pm - 5pm
Westmere House
Kick off the new academic year in style with this 'Welcome to Westmere' social! All Postgraduate Research (PGR) students are invited.
University Graduate School | Welcome
Two students in high vis jackets reading Here to Help speak with two students in a marquee space Welcome Registration Hub
4th October 9am - 4:30pm
Welcome Registration Hub marquee, Chancellor's Court
Collect your ID card, find help with registration queries, or attend your BRP collection appointment.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
4th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Graphic which says 'Welcome Ball' offering a red carpet experience on 5 October. Welcome Ball 2024
5th October 10:30pm - 3am
Guild of Students
It’s time for the main event… dress to impress for your Welcome Ball 2024! Enjoy a night of luxury and VIP treatment at the Guild, and get ready to dance all night.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
7th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Students browse shelves of houseplants in an outdoor courtyard Plant Sale
7th October 10am - 7pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 150 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
8th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Students browse shelves of houseplants in an outdoor courtyard Plant Sale
8th October 10am - 7pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 150 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.
Welcome
A student sits chatting to a staff member Careers Support for Postgraduate Researchers: an introduction
8th October noon - 1pm
Online
Join PGR Careers Adviser Holly for a quick introduction to key online careers resources, upcoming careers events, and other careers support available for PGRs at the University.
Careers Network | Welcome | Postgraduate
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
9th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
Students browse shelves of houseplants in an outdoor courtyard Plant Sale
9th October 10am - 7pm
Staff House/University Centre plaza
The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 150 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
10th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
The entry gates at University of Birmingham Main Library, with multiple students entering. Library Tours
11th October 10am - 3pm
Main Library
Find out about everything Main Library has to offer on one of our library tours!
Welcome
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