A big welcome from the Student Communications Team to all of our Pre-sessional students – we hope you enjoy your time with us 🙂
We have put together a helpful guide with everything you need to know to help you make the most of your first few weeks.
What to do when you arrive
Attend an induction
Attending an induction is important as it will provide important information about your Pre-sessional course. This will help you to settle in and prepare for your studies. It is also a great opportunity to meet other students.
Induction will take place on:
- Course A – Thursday 28 June or Friday 29 June 2018
- Course B – Thursday 26 July or Friday 27 July 2018
You’ll be given your induction schedule and placed in your induction group when you arrive at your Halls of Residence.
If you’re staying in private rented accommodation, your schedule will be emailed to you a few days before induction.
Open a bank account
You will need a UK bank account to set up a Direct Debit so that you can pay your university fees. Find out more on our Welcome webpages.
Remember not to take large amounts of cash with you while you’re out travelling. Try to deposit your money into a bank account as early as you can.
Learn how to get around our campuses
You can view campus maps here to help you find your way around.
Read our top tips for travelling safely around our campuses and the city,
Welcome events run by the Students’ Union
The University of Southampton Students’ Union is running a number of events especially for Pre-sessional students:
Saturday 30 June
Students’ Union Tour of Southampton: An introduction to the city, including where to eat, drink and shop.
- Leaving Wessex Lane Halls at 13:10, meet at Reception.
- Leaving Mayflower Halls at 14:00, meet at Reception.
Monday 2 July
Lunch time drop-in (12:00 – 14:00): The Union’s Helpers will be available outside classrooms to chat and answer any questions you might have.
Wednesday 4 July
Sport at Jubilee Sports Centre (19:00 – 21:00): Free sports session with the Union’s Helpers, with a range of sports that are available to play every Wednesday.
Thursday 5 July
Karaoke at The Stags: Come and sing, or just come along and have fun listening to others.
Join the community
- The Students’ Union run a WeChat channel for Pre-sessional students. Download the WeChat app and scan the QR code below to follow.
- University of Southampton Weibo account.
- Student Communications Facebook Page.
- WhatsApp channel: Sign up by messaging us within the app on Tel. +44 (0)7733 000 781 with the types of communications you’d like to receive out of: ‘News’ ‘Events’ ‘Opportunities’.
- Add us on Snapchat: unisouthampton
If you have any questions, please contact the Pre-sessional Team via email at: [email protected]
