Our Orientation programme will take you through all the essential information you need as you prepare to begin your student life.
- New UG and PGT Students (Aberdeen & Qatar)
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The University’s Orientation programme consists of five parts:
- University of Aberdeen Orientation
- Academic Integrity
- Developing your Graduate Attributes
- Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Health, Safety & Wellbeing for Students
Orientation is mandatory for all new UG and PGT students (including Qatar and Online Campuses). You will be able to access it on MyAberdeen upon completion of registration.
Please note that you must complete the programme by 26 February 2023. - Returning Students (Aberdeen & Qatar)
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All returning students are strongly encouraged to complete the Orientation programme for returners:
- New PGR Students
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We are looking forward to welcoming you to the university to start your research journey with us. As a postgraduate research student you will have the opportunity to attend a university wide orientation in addition to your school induction. Most Orientation events are taking place as hybrid events so will be accessible for students both on campus and completing from a distance – the full timetable for this can be found here.
There is one module that you can work through before you arrive. Once you have registered you can access the remaining modules and complete your mandatory training programme through your bespoke PGR training platform on our virtual learning environment.
Welcome Week
Welcome Week runs from 16 - 20 January and helps you to settle into University life.
- Academic Inductions (Your First Class)
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Your first class will be your academic induction. This will help you prepare for the year ahead and provide you with useful advice on your course, as well as School contacts and information on getting the most out of your academic experience.
- Monday 16 January
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Student Experience Fayre Time: 11am - 3pm
Venue: Elphinstone HallCome along to our Student Experience Fayre and take in everything that UoA has to offer! There will be loads of fun activities to get involved in, FREE food & drinks, therapet dogs for cuddling and lots of freebies! Collect stamps as you explore to be entered into our prize draw for various Amazon vouchers!
Campus Tour (Old Aberdeen) Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Explore our beautiful King's campus on our guided walking tour that takes in the main parts of campus.
No booking required - just turn up 5 minutes prior the start.
Sir Duncan Library Tour Time: 2-2.30pm
Meeting point: The Sir Duncan Rice Library, Ground Floor, Bedford StreetJoin this 30-minute tour of the award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library to make a confident start to your studies, by getting to know more about our collections and services.
Discover how to find books and journals to support your studies, what study spaces we offer to meet individual and group working needs, as well as how to get help or assistance when needed.
- Tuesday 17 January
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Campus Tour (Old Aberdeen) Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Explore our beautiful King's campus on our guided walking tour that takes in the main parts of campus.
No booking required - just turn up 5 minutes prior the start.
Sir Duncan Library Tour Time: 2-2.30pm
Meeting point: The Sir Duncan Rice Library, Ground Floor, Bedford StreetJoin this 30-minute tour of the award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library to make a confident start to your studies, by getting to know more about our collections and services.
Discover how to find books and journals to support your studies, what study spaces we offer to meet individual and group working needs, as well as how to get help or assistance when needed.
- Wednesday 18 January
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Campus Tour (Old Aberdeen) Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Explore our beautiful King's campus on our guided walking tour that takes in the main parts of campus.
No booking required - just turn up 5 minutes prior the start.
Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV) Tour Time: 12-1pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Take a guided walking tour around the Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV). Located close to campus, all students are welcome to use the premier sports facilities at a discounted price.
Sir Duncan Library Tour Time: 2-2.30pm
Meeting point: The Sir Duncan Rice Library, Ground Floor, Bedford StreetJoin this 30-minute tour of the award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library to make a confident start to your studies, by getting to know more about our collections and services.
Discover how to find books and journals to support your studies, what study spaces we offer to meet individual and group working needs, as well as how to get help or assistance when needed.
- Thursday 19 January
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Campus Tour (Old Aberdeen) Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Explore our beautiful King's campus on our guided walking tour that takes in the main parts of campus.
No booking required - just turn up 5 minutes prior the start.
Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV) Tour Time: 12-1pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Take a guided walking tour around the Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV). Located close to campus, all students are welcome to use the premier sports facilities at a discounted price.
Sir Duncan Library Tour Time: 2-2.30pm
Meeting point: The Sir Duncan Rice Library, Ground Floor, Bedford StreetJoin this 30-minute tour of the award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library to make a confident start to your studies, by getting to know more about our collections and services.
Discover how to find books and journals to support your studies, what study spaces we offer to meet individual and group working needs, as well as how to get help or assistance when needed.
- Friday 20 January
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Campus Tour (Old Aberdeen) Time: 11am-12pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Explore our beautiful King's campus on our guided walking tour that takes in the main parts of campus.
No booking required - just turn up 5 minutes prior the start.
Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV) Tour Time: 12-1pm
Meeting point: King's Lawn - in front of Elphinstone Hall (look out for the sign)Take a guided walking tour around the Aberdeen Sports Village (ASV). Located close to campus, all students are welcome to use the premier sports facilities at a discounted price.
Sir Duncan Library Tour Time: 2-2.30pm
Meeting point: The Sir Duncan Rice Library, Ground Floor, Bedford StreetJoin this 30-minute tour of the award-winning Sir Duncan Rice Library to make a confident start to your studies, by getting to know more about our collections and services.
Discover how to find books and journals to support your studies, what study spaces we offer to meet individual and group working needs, as well as how to get help or assistance when needed.
Recordings & Presentations
Watch some recordings from our previous Welcome Week in September 2022.
- Student Panel 'Settling In & Making the Most of your time at UoA'
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Our Student Panel are all current students who speak about all things university and student life including how to settle it, how to make friends, what to expect from your first weeks of teaching and more! Get tips, advice and learn how to make the most of your time at uni.
- Know How's for your Academic Life
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These Powerpoint slides will provide you with relevant information on the following topics:
- Tricks of the trade
- Academic Writing
- Academic Integrity
- Referencing
- Student Learning Service
- How to live on a Budget
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These Powerpoint slides will provide you with relevant information on the following topics:
- Why you should open a bank account
- UK banking explained
- ATMs
- Online banking
- Scamming
- Are you a saver or a spender?
- Sources of income
- Why to build a budget
- Maintaning your budget
- Save for the future
- Cash vs. Contactless
- Things to avoid
- Something to think about
- Money Saving tips: Shopping
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- Life in Scotland & Aberdeen
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These Powerpoint slides will provide you with relevant information on the following topics:
- Working in the UK
- Opening a bank account
- Registering to vote
- Using Public Transport
- Travel
- Driving in the UK
- Safety and consent
- Sanitary products
- Medical care
- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
- TV Licence
- Things to do in Aberdeen
- Local culture and language
- How to use MyAberdeen
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During your time at University, you will use your Virtual Learning System (VLE) on a regular basis, for example to view all teaching material, submit your course work or receive your grades. In this session, Andy will talk you through the whole functionalities of MyAberdeen which is used by most of our students.
- Student Panel "Getting Ready & What to Expect"
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Our Student Panel are all current students who speak about getting ready for university life including to-do lists, moving to Aberdeen, Welcome Week and more! Get tips and advice as you prepare for your student life and learn what to expect from your fellow peers who have all been through the same experience.
- Introduction to Student Support
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Are you feeling nervous to start your studies and wondering what support is available for you? Jemma eases your nerves as she talks you through all the support services available at the University. Whether you are a student with a learning disability or specific support needs, could benefit from workshops or individual sessions to improve your academic skills or feeling anxious about money matters – we’ve got it all covered!
- IT & Registration
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This session guides you through the whole registration process from IT activation and photo upload, to course and class selections on MyCurriculum and MyTimetable.