What are calm arrivals?

Calm Arrivals is an optional early move-in opportunity for students who would benefit from a quieter, more relaxed arrival experience.

Arriving before the main arrivals weekend means fewer students on campus, giving you time to settle into your accommodation at your own pace and become familiar with your surroundings.

Calm Arrivals give you the opportunity to:

• Move in ahead of the main arrivals weekend
• Settle into your room and explore campus
• Adjust to university life in a calmer environment
• Meet other early-arriving students through supported activities

This option can be particularly helpful if the main arrivals weekend feels overwhelming for you and or would like additional time to settle in.

How it works

Eligibility

Calm arrivals are available to undergraduate students who have been allocated quiet accommodation.

If you are a new student with a declared disability, you can discuss whether Calm Arrivals may be beneficial for you during your pre-entry appointment with a member of the Disability Advice team. While the scheme is primarily intended for students allocated quiet accommodation, ResLife will consider requests from other students on a case-by-case basis. Please note that, due to accommodation locations and operational considerations, it may not always be possible to accommodate these requests

Arrival date

Early move-in is scheduled for Thursday 17 September.

Contact timeline

Invitations and further details will be shared in early September (date to be confirmed).

Calm arrivals events

During the Calm Arrivals period, we run a small number of optional activities to help you meet others and feel more at home.

Games Night in Woodland Lounge

Thursday 17 September Join us for a relaxed evening of games and refreshments in a comfortable, friendly environment. This is a great opportunity to meet other early arrival students. Residential Life Ambassadors (RLAs) will be there to support you.

University Life Talk

Friday, 10:30–11:30am This session will help you make the most of your time at Bath. It includes:

• Getting involved in the community
• Staying safe
• Finding support
• Understanding our values of respect
• Practical tips for navigating campus and your first few weeks

Guided Walk

Friday 18 September A guided walk around campus, starting at the Library entrance, with Hannah from Student Support. Friday 18th September, 12:30pm.

You will also be invited to a similar session over arrivals weekend with your housemates. You only need to attend one session. Which one you attend is up to you and what you prefer.

Additional support

We can support you with different aspects of your arrival, including:

• Accessibility and disability support
• Moving in and transporting belongings
• Parking and travel arrangements
• Navigating campus

You will also have opportunities to connect with others through the TAP (Transition and Participation) programme.