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University Life

You must attend a University Life session taking place over arrivals weekend. Find your University Life time slot. It’s important that you attend this.

Your timetable

Please check this page regularly as sometimes we need to change the times and locations of Welcome events. During Welcome Week, we would recommend you check your timetable at the start of each day.

Monday 21 September

Start	Finish	Location	Description
12.30pm	1.15pm	10 East 2.55 (Incepta Lab)	PGT Buddy Scheme Launch event (optional activity) - if you are taking part in our Buddy Scheme this is your first opportunity to meet some 'buddies'.

Tuesday 22 September

Start	Finish	Location	Description
10.00am	11.00am	10 East 0.08	Introduction to MSc & Meet your classmates - led by your Student Experience Officer you will check in to your MSc course, meet your new coursemates, and take part in interactive activities that will help you make connections and settle into the School community.
11.15am	12.00pm	Departing from outside 10 East	Campus tour (optional activity) - Join a small group of MSc students on a Student Ambassador led guided Tour of 10 East and campus.
12.00pm/4.15pm	1.30pm/5.15pm	10 East Pavilion	Welcome to the School Networking Fair and Reception - your official welcome from Professor Stephen Brammer, the Dean of the School of Management. Also an opportunity to meet and connect with our alumni team, University Student Support and the Students' Union.

Wednesday 23 September

Start	Finish	Location	Description
10.15am	12.05pm	10 East 0.17	Director of Studies Welcome Talk - meet your Director of Studies (DoS) and receive an overview of your course content, structure and expectations. This is also a great opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the course.
12.15pm	1.05pm	10 East 0.17	Semester 3 Internship Talk - an introduction to the opportunities and support available if you are thinking of undertaking an internship in Semester 3
1.15pm	2.15pm	Founders' Hall	The Students' Union (SU) Sports Day (optional activity). Use this free time to meet the sports clubs and teams and find out how to join.
3.15pm	4.05pm	10 East 0.17	Introduction to the Library- This session is delivered by our School of Management Librarian and will give you a short introduction to the Library Service.

Thursday 24 September

Start	Finish	Location	Description
10.15am	11.05am	10 East 0.17	Strategies for Academic success- Develop the skills and strategies needed to succeed in your MSc Course. From managing your time and academic work to understanding expectations at postgraduate level, this session will help you feel prepared for the year ahead and show you where to access support when you need it.
12.15pm	1.05pm	10 East 0.17	Getting Started on Your MSc- Led by your Student Experience Officer and Programme Support this session will cover key information including timetabling, accessing Moodle and opportunities to get involved this year.
1.15pm	2.05pm	10 East 0.17	Careers and Employability Support-Meet your Careers Advisor and find out about employability support during your MSc, including timelines for making the most of your year in Bath.
3.00pm	4.00pm	The Parade	The Students’ Union (SU) Groups Fair: Use this free time to meet over 100 Student Groups including societies, volunteering, media, and diversity and support groups. This is an optional activity

Friday 25 September

Start	Finish	Location	Description
10.15am	1.05pm	10 East 0.17	Careers in Finance -Delivered by ZISHI, a global leader in tech-powered financial training, this is a deep dive into the Finance industry and your career options.
1.15pm	2.00pm	Founders' Hall	The Students’ Union (SU) Freshers Fair (optional activity). The one with all the freebies! Use your free time to explore what's on offer at The SU, the University, locally in Bath as well as connect with national brands. This is an optional activity.
2.15pm	5.05pm	10 East 0.17	Careers in Finance -Delivered by ZISHI, a global leader in tech-powered financial training, this is a deep dive into the Finance industry and your career options.

Occasionally, there may be a scheduling clash between your departmental activities and The SU events during Freshers' Week. However, many SU events are repeated or run over several days, giving you the flexibility to attend at a different time.

Freshers' Week

The Students' Union also runs optional Freshers' Week activities you might be interested in.

Help with technology

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Accounting and Finance MSc Welcome Week timetable

During Welcome Week 2026 you must attend department and central Welcome Week events which will help you settle into University life.