Welcome
Start getting ready for Welcome
Welcome 2026 begins on Monday 21 September, with Arrivals Weekend taking place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September. Teaching for the 2026/27 academic year will begin on Monday 28 September.
Check out our Welcome Timeline to help you understand what will happen between now and September. We'll keep updating it regularly to help you stay informed and feel ready.
Essential tasks
First things first, tick off these essential tasks before you arrive.
Your next steps
Download the MyUoB app, access your email, and get ready to start your studies.
Plan your Welcome experience
Travel and getting to campus
It's time to plan your journey to Birmingham.
What's on in Welcome
Find out what's happening across Welcome at Birmingham.
Your new student life
Your first year is an exciting time - we're here to support you.
Don't forget to follow our socials (@unibirmingham) or subscribe to our UoB Student Services YouTube channel to hear more from our Student Content Shapers and get a feel for student life.
Ready for your Welcome journey?
Parents and carers of new students
We know that for many new students, their parents/carers and family play an important role in their transition to University. We've pulled together some information to help you support your new student and understand what to expect, whether they will be commuting to campus or living in accommodation.