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 19 and Sunday 20 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 21 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!
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 MyUoB app 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.
Beyond Welcome Week
Welcome Week might be over, but your time at Birmingham is only just getting started! We have a huge range of events and activities across the year to help you meet people and feel at home, as do your Guild of Students.
Our full events schedule
Browse events you can attend as the academic year gets underway.
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.
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.
Get more out of your summer term with UoB Xtra - our FREE programme of events, challenges, and opportunities!