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Events in September

Forthcoming Events

Sat 19th September

MenB vaccine pop-up clinic: 19th September 3am - 25th September 3am; On campus; Get vaccinated against MenB, one of the causes of meningitis and septicaemia, with a pop-up clinic on campus. You won't need to book an appointment, but register your interest to help us make sure we have enough vaccines for eligible students.

Quiet Sunrise Session: noon - 1pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Explore the Sun with the whole family! Enjoy a calm, accessible, family-friendly session to enjoy Helios at a quieter time of day.

Arrivals Weekend: Saturday: 1pm - 7pm; On campus; Whether you've just moved in or are joining our community of commuting students, head on down to campus to start exploring and see what's happening! Everyone's welcome, so bring your friends and family. You'll find food, games, music, and more!

Discover EDI Support at UoB: 19th September 1pm - 21st September 7pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Visit the Student Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Team in the Great Hall to discover how we support our diverse University student community.

Student Community Hub: Saturday: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Welcome Fair: Day 1: 1pm - 7pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Meet the teams and departments here to support you as a student! Get useful information, ask any questions you might have, and maybe even pick up a freebie or two. Drop in any time - everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Registration Hub: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Commuting student meet-up: 2pm - 4pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Travelling by car, bus, or train to campus? No matter how you travel to campus there will be plenty of commuting students just like you joining us. Come to the Student Community Hub to meet others and find friends to navigate Welcome Week with!

Solar science for families: 2pm - 6pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Join us for the final family exploration day of the Helios season! Take part in interactive activities that show how studying solar activity, space weather, and distant worlds links to everyday life. Free, no booking needed.

Sun 20th September

Arrivals Weekend: Sunday: 1pm - 7pm; On campus; Whether you've just moved in or are joining our community of commuting students, head on down to campus to start exploring and see what's happening! Everyone's welcome, so bring your friends and family. You'll find food, games, music, and more!

Student Community Hub: Sunday: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Sunday Morning Mass: 1pm - 2pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Welcome Fair: Day 2: 1pm - 7pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Meet the teams and departments here to support you as a student! Get useful information, ask any questions you might have, and maybe even pick up a freebie or two. Drop in any time - everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Registration Hub: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Canal boat trips: 2pm - 8pm; Departs from The Vale, University station and Selly Oak; Enjoy a FREE trip on a traditional narrowboat! The perfect way to take things slow and see our beautiful campus and surrounding area from a different perspective.

Welcome to Halls: Pizza Party: 8pm - 10pm; Various Accommodation Sites; Moving into student accommodation? Come along to the pizza party taking place in your hall.

Sunday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 21st September

Quack Quest: 21st September 9am - 27th September 9pm; All round campus; Spot It First, Win It First

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Guild Welcome Fair Day 1: 1pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Join the Guild over two days at the Welcome Fair to discover a wide range of brands, collect freebies, and take advantage of exclusive student discounts and offers.

Multifaith Welcome Café: Monday: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Drop into the Multifaith Chaplaincy for a free hot drink and a warm welcome. Meet fellow students and chaplains, make new friends, and discover what the Chaplaincy has to offer. Everyone is welcome.

Plant Potting and Painting: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Get creative at the Multifaith Chaplaincy with our Plant Pot Painting and Seed Planting activity. Decorate your own plant pot, add soil and plant a seed to take away and grow. Take some time to relax, and express your creativity.

Student Community Hub: Monday: 1pm - 8pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Welcome Fair: Day 3 (low traffic hour): 1pm - 2pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; If you would benefit from meeting the teams and departments in a less busy setting, sign up to our low traffic hour. Get information, ask any questions you have, and maybe even pick up a freebie or two.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Canal boat trips: 2pm - 8pm; Departs from The Vale, University station and Selly Oak; Enjoy a FREE trip on a traditional narrowboat! The perfect way to take things slow and see our beautiful campus and surrounding area from a different perspective.

Welcome Fair: Day 3: 2pm - 8pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Meet the teams and departments here to support you as a student! Get useful information, ask any questions you might have, and maybe even pick up a freebie or two. Drop in any time - it's our final day, so expect it to be busier.

Museum of Me: Five Ways to be Brummie: 21st September 3pm - 25th September 8pm; Chancellor's Court; Through five outdoor exhibitions, changing daily, Five Ways to be Brummie showcases what makes each of the individual stories connected to the University of Birmingham their own unique version of being ‘Brummie’.

Journalling workshop with Talking Space: 4pm - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Join Talking Space, the friendliest people on campus, for an introduction to journalling. Come along and find out how it could be part of your wellbeing routines!

Mingle and Make Tees: 5pm - 7pm; Amos & Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Fancy meeting new people and your Guild Officer Team, whilst bonding over designing your own t-shirt? This is a great way to get creative and take your newly designed tee home with you.

Welcome to Halls: Board Games and Crepes: 7pm - 10pm; First Floor Social Space, Battery Park; Living in student accommodation? Enjoy board games, giant games, and free crepes. Feel free to bring your own board games and show your new friends how to play.

Bingo Bonanza: 10pm - 1am; Guild of Students; Head to the Guild for Joe’s weekly Bingo Night - it's a UoB Guild tradition! Come to socialise, bring your mates and have your chance to win loads of amazing prizes.

Tue 22nd September

Life Skills and Lattes: 10am - 11:30am; tbc; Grab a latte and join us for a relaxed session packed with practical tips for university life, living in the UAE, managing money, getting organised and mastering everyday adulting.

Sport & Fitness Fair: noon - 7pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Join us at Sport & Fitness to discover how you can start or continue your sporting journey, socially or competitively. With 58 sports to choose from and a huge range of fitness opportunities, there really is something for everyone.

Sport & Fitness Fair: Low sensory hour: noon - 1pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Join us at Sport & Fitness to discover how you can start or continue your sporting journey, socially or competitively. Our low sensory hour lets you explore our clubs and teams in a calmer environment.

UoBD Quiz: noon - 1:30pm; Spanish steps; Test your UoBD knowledge with a fun, fast-paced quiz covering campus life, student services and everything Birmingham Dubai. Team up, compete for the top spot and see how well you really know UoBD!

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

College of Arts and Law (CAL) Student Support and Study Abroad Pop-up: 1pm - 5pm; Foyer, Arts building; Meet the College of Arts and Law support teams, here to help you make the most of their time at university. If you're joining us for a semester or a year on a study abroad or exchange programme, we're happy to help with your questions!

Guild Welcome Fair Day 2: 1pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Join the Guild of Students over two days at the Welcome Fair to discover a wide range of brands, collect freebies, and take advantage of exclusive student discounts and offers.

MedSoc Societies Fair 2026: 1pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Explore over 50 Medsoc societies at the Guild! From Academic, to Performance, there is a huge range of activities for you to get involved in! Medsoc societies are catered to medical students - often fitting around your busy schedule.

Multifaith Welcome Café: Tuesday: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Drop into the Multifaith Chaplaincy for a free hot drink and a warm welcome. Meet fellow students and chaplains, make new friends, and discover what the Chaplaincy has to offer. Everyone is welcome.

Plant Potting and Painting: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Get creative at the Multifaith Chaplaincy with our Plant Pot Painting and Seed Planting activity. Decorate your own plant pot, add soil and plant a seed to take away and grow. Take some time to relax, and express your creativity.

Preparing for final year or your dissertation: come and have a chat with the Academic Skills Centre: 1pm - 2:30pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This workshop, specifically tailored for final year UG students, will help you manage your time and work-load and strengthen your critical thinking and academic voice as you start to prepare for final year projects or dissertations.

Social Sport Taster: Climbing: 1pm - 7pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Student Community Hub: Tuesday: 1pm - 8pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 8pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Bread baking masterclass with Pastor Obi: 2pm - 6pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Is there anything better than the smell of freshly baked bread? Join Pastor Obi for one of his renowned classes and learn how to bake home-made bread with simple ingredients.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Canal boat trips: 2pm - 8pm; Departs from The Vale, University station and Selly Oak; Enjoy a FREE trip on a traditional narrowboat! The perfect way to take things slow and see our beautiful campus and surrounding area from a different perspective.

Community Coffee Morning: 2pm - 5pm; Selly Oak; Join us at our Community Coffee Morning to enjoy a free coffee and get to know people in your local area.

Succeeding at University: 2pm - 2:45pm; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Build healthy habits and getting practical tips for learning & study.

Meet the Student Disability Service: presentation and games: 2:30pm - 4pm; Room G17, Nuffield Building; Find out what the Student Disability Service do and how to access support with a presentation, followed by a chance to ask questions and chat with other students over some board games.

Learning at University: Gain some essential learning skills with the Academic Skills Centre: 3pm - 4pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; Reflect on your own approaches to study to feel prepared for the year to come in this workshop, open to all UG and PGT students. We'll look at some essential learning skills including time management, independent learning, and notetaking.

Introduction to the UAE Labour Market: 4pm - 4:45pm; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover the UAE job market and what employers are looking for. Learn about key industries, workplace expectations, career opportunities and practical tips to help you prepare for working in the UAE.

Student Visa Support Session: 4pm - 4:45pm; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Give it a go: Padel / Tennis: 5pm - 6pm; DIAC Court

International Welcome Talk: 8pm - 9pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Your official welcome to the University as an international student.

Whatever Oasis: 11:30pm - 2am; Guild of Students; Head to the Guild to celebrate the music of one of Britain's most iconic bands with Whatever Oasis, an electrifying live tribute show packed with the biggest hits that defined a generation.

Wed 23rd September

Cereal Cafe: 10am - 11:30am; tbc; Build your perfect bowl at Cereal Café and enjoy a relaxed morning of conversation and connection. Meet new people, take part in fun icebreaker activities, and kick-start your day with breakfast and great company.

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Building Connections for success: Welcome lunch with the Provost and COO: 12:30pm - 1:30pm; Innovation Lounge

College of Arts & Law Disabled and Neurodivergent Student Coffee Morning: 12:30pm - 2pm; Lecture Theatre 8 (301), Arts building; This is a coffee morning for Disabled and Neurodivergent students who are based in the College of Arts & Law. It will be a friendly and supportive space to meet and get to know staff and students in the College of Arts & Law over refreshments.

Inside the Majlis: A Journey Through Emirati Culture: 1pm - 2:30pm; Innovation Lounge; Step inside the Majlis and discover Emirati culture, from local traditions and hospitality to everyday life in the UAE. Enjoy an interactive cultural experience, ask questions and finish with a traditional Emirati breakfast.

Making the most of your Careers Service: 1pm - 1:45pm; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover how your Careers Service can support you throughout your university journey. Explore career guidance, job opportunities, workshops, employer events and resources designed to help you prepare for your future.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Multifaith Welcome Café: Wednesday: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Drop into the Multifaith Chaplaincy for a free hot drink and a warm welcome. Meet fellow students and chaplains, make new friends, and discover what the Chaplaincy has to offer. Everyone is welcome.

Plant Potting and Painting: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Get creative at the Multifaith Chaplaincy with our Plant Pot Painting and Seed Planting activity. Decorate your own plant pot, add soil and plant a seed to take away and grow. Take some time to relax, and express your creativity.

Student Community Hub: Wednesday: 1pm - 8pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Student Visa Support Session: 1pm - 1:45pm; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 8pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Societies Fair Day 1: 1:30pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Your Guild of Students supports over 350 incredible student groups, societies and associations! Find people who share your passions or try something new.

Bread baking masterclass with Pastor Obi: 2pm - 6pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Is there anything better than the smell of freshly baked bread? Join Pastor Obi for one of his renowned classes and learn how to bake home-made bread with simple ingredients.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Henna hand art with Talking Space: 2pm - 5pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Drop into Talking Space and immerse yourself in the mindful and artistic experience of traditional henna hand art. No bookings needed, just pop in and say hello.

Introduction to Library Resources: 2pm - 3pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This workshop, open to all UG and PGT students, will introduce you to some key Library resources that will help you with your study: how to access and use your module Resource List and how to get the most out of the library catalogue, FindIt@Bham.

Active Residences: Pop Up Badminton (Pritchatts Park): 3pm - 6pm; Pritchatts Park, near Hexagon Room; Ready to smash your way into Welcome Week? All equipment is provided, so bring your friends and enjoy a fun, relaxed game of badminton.

Coffee, Cake and Chat: Mature, Parent and Carer Student Social: 3pm - 5pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Are you a mature, parent or carer student? Take a break from the busy responsibilities of daily life and meet your people from the mature, parent and carer student communities with your Guild of Students.

Holy Communion Service: 3:30pm - 4pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury Room; Join students and staff to take time out to hear scripture, contemplate the holy, and feed your spiritual life led by a Methodist or Anglican clergy.

Introduction to using Generative AI for studying: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Open to all UG and PGT students, this is a great introduction to GenAI tools and how they can be used to enhance your study and learning. Gain a better awareness of the risks and limitations, whilst ensuring that you maintain academic integrity.

Journalling workshop with Talking Space: 4pm - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Join Talking Space, the friendliest people on campus, for an introduction to journalling. Come along and find out how it could be part of your wellbeing routines!

Active Residences: Pop Up Badminton & Table Tennis (Shackleton): 6pm - 9pm; Shackleton, Underneath The Vale Gym; No booking needed! Just turn up, grab a racket, and get playing. All equipment is provided, so bring your friends and enjoy a fun, relaxed game of Badminton & Table Tennis during Welcome Week!

Welcome to Halls: Wellbeing Café: 7pm - 10pm; Social Space, Oak Brook Park; Start your year in halls the right way, with free hot drinks and snacks, therapy dogs, and bag charm making.

Social Sport Taster: Climbing: 8pm - 9pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Sunset Yoga: 9pm - 10pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Wind down your Wednesday with this sunset yoga session beneath Helios at The Exchange. Tickets £10.

Social Sport Taster: Climbing: 9:15pm - 10:15pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Thu 24th September

Welcome & Well-Caffeinated with the Library team: 10am - 11:30am; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Meet the Library and Learning Resources team over coffee, discover academic support services, and take on the Meta-Verse Challenge for a chance to win exclusive UoBD merchandise.

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Welcome Fair: 12:30pm - 5pm; Welcome Zone (ground floor); Meet our student societies and find your new community!

College of Arts and Law (CAL) Student Support and Study Abroad Pop-up: 1pm - 5pm; Foyer, Arts building; Meet the College of Arts and Law support teams, here to help you make the most of your time at university. If you're joining us for a semester or a year on a study abroad or exchange programme, we're happy to help with your questions!

Multifaith Welcome Café: Thursday: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Drop into the Multifaith Chaplaincy for a free hot drink and a warm welcome. Meet fellow students and chaplains, make new friends, and discover what the Chaplaincy has to offer. Everyone is welcome.

Plant Potting and Painting: 1pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Get creative at the Multifaith Chaplaincy with our Plant Pot Painting and Seed Planting activity. Decorate your own plant pot, add soil and plant a seed to take away and grow. Take some time to relax, and express your creativity.

Student Community Hub: Thursday: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Societies Fair Day 2: 1:30pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Your Guild of Students supports over 350 incredible student groups, societies and associations! Find people who share your passions or try something new.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Interactive session on GenAI: getting started with 'prompting': 2pm - 3:30pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; Open to all UG and PGT students, you’ll get the opportunity to use GenAI tools in the context of learning and studying. We’ll focus on creating effective prompts and using our critical thinking skills to assess the tool’s output.

Plant Pots and Pastries: 2pm - 5pm; Deb Hall, Guild of Students; Join the Guild for their Plant Pots and Pastries event, where you can meet new people, get creative, and enjoy a delicious pastry while decorating your very own plant pot.

Succeeding at University: 2pm - 2:45pm; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Build healthy habits and getting practical tips for learning & study.

Meet the Student Disability Service drop-ins: 2:30pm - 4:30pm; Room G17, Nuffield Building; Meet the Student Disability Service with their informal drop-ins. Come along to chat to a Disability Advisor about any questions you have.

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Netball: 3pm - 4pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Netball - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Student Visa Support Session: 3pm - 3:45pm; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Active Residences: Wheelchair Basketball on the Vale: 4pm - 7pm; Chamberlain Tower, on the front; No booking needed! Come along to Chamberlain Tower and give Wheelchair Basketball a go! An inclusive activity suitable for everyone, no experience needed, just turn up and have fun!

Crafternoon: 4pm - 7pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Want a change of pace over the Welcome period? Come and do some relaxing crafting at the Guild!

Learning at University: Gain some essential learning skills with the Academic Skills Centre: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Reflect on your own approaches to study to feel prepared for the year to come in this workshop, open to all UG and PGT students. We'll look at some essential learning skills including time management, independent learning, and notetaking.

Birmingham Scholar Welcome: 4:30pm - 6:30pm; Main Lecture Theatre (Room 120), Arts building; Kick-start your Birmingham Scholar journey with us! If you've joined us through Pathways to Birmingham, Realising Opportunities, a Sanctuary Scholarship, or are care experienced, you're a Birmingham Scholar.

Social Sport Taster: Badminton: 6pm - 7pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Belonging: 7pm - 9pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Bake, eat and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Social Sport Taster: Badminton: 7pm - 8:30pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

International Fair and Social: 8pm - 10pm; Student Community Hub Marquee, Chancellor's Court; Come along to talk to our teams that will support you throughout your time at Birmingham. You will also have the opportunity to meet other international students, play some games and get some freebies.

Just Run: 8pm - 9pm; Athletics Track (by Tennis Courts Accommodation); Come along, enjoy yourself and move at your own pace: run, walk or jump your way through the session. All abilities welcome. No pressure, just come and enjoy! Athletics Track (by Tennis Courts Accommodation)

Social Sport Taster: Climbing: 8:45pm - 9:45pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Joe's Big Quiz: 10pm - 1am; Guild of Students; Think you’ve got what it takes to reign supreme at our weekly quiz night? Gather your brainiest mates and head over to the Guild for an evening of trivia, laughter and top-notch competition!

Social Sport Taster: Climbing: 10pm - 11pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Fri 25th September

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

College of Arts & Law Commuter Student Coffee Morning: 12:30pm - 2pm; Lecture Theatre 8 (301), Arts building; This is a coffee morning for students who live locally and will be commuting to University. It will be a friendly and supportive space to meet other commuting students and get to know staff in the College of Arts & Law over refreshments.

Give It A Go Fair: 1pm - 7pm; Guild of Students; Come along to the Guild of Students' Give It A Go Fair to get involved in group taster activities, for free! It's a great way to give a society a trial before fully committing to getting a membership.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Student Community Hub: Friday: 1pm - 7pm; Marquee near Old Joe; Dive into student life and start discovering what it means to be part of our student community! Find fun activities, meet staff here to support you, or just find space to relax and take a break in this busy time. We're open every day in Welcome Week!

Second hand bike sale: 1:30pm - 6pm; University Centre plaza, next to Staff House; Cycling is a great way to explore Brum! Pick up a refurbished second hand bike at our bike sale and get on the move. Prices start from £125.

Campus tours: 2pm - 7pm; Meet outside Main Library; Join our student Welcome Assistants for a tour of campus so you can find your way around and discover some of their favourite spots! Tours run at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, no booking needed.

Explore Birmingham Fair: 2pm - 7pm; Deb Hall, Guild of Students; Want to find out the best Birmingham has to offer? Come along to the Guild and meet with small businesses and brands from the local area. You might discover your new favourite spot!

Introduction to Library Resources: 2pm - 3pm; Online; This workshop, open to all UG and PGT students, will introduce you to some key Library resources that will help you with your study: how to access and use your module Resource List and how to get the most out of the library catalogue, FindIt@Bham.

Drug and alcohol information with Aquarius: 3pm - 5pm; Reception, Guild of Students; Come chat with the Aquarius team! They'll be popping up in Guild Reception with lots of great information and advice on drug and alcohol use and how to support yourself and your peers.

Preparing for 2nd Year: come and have a chat with the Academic Skills Centre: 3pm - 4pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; Are you an undergrad moving into your 2nd year of study? This workshop reflects on key skills from your 1st year including time management, reading and notetaking, and writing critically so that you feel confident and prepared for your second year.

Social Sport Taster: Badminton: 3pm - 4pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Consent & Bystander Intervention Workshop: 4pm - 5pm; Mandela Room, Guild of Students; Join a bespoke peer-led consent workshop, designed to explore the topic of consent and empower you to become an active bystander who can confidently challenge harmful or negative behaviours.

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Football: 4pm - 5pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Football - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Jummah Prayers: 4:15pm - 5:15pm; Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Calm and Connect: 5pm - 7pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; A relaxed event for disabled and neurodivergent students, providing the perfect opportunity to get to know each other, enjoy relaxed activities in a quiet space and learn all about available support.

Consent & Bystander Intervention Workshop: 5:30pm - 6:30pm; Mandela Room, Guild of Students; Join a bespoke peer-led consent workshop, designed to explore the topic of consent and empower you to become an active bystander who can confidently challenge harmful or negative behaviours.

College of Arts & Law International Student Social: 6:30pm - 7:30pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; This is a friendly event for first-year undergraduate and postgraduate international students in the College of Arts and Law.

Social Sport Taster: Football: 7pm - 8pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Our pay-as-you-go Social Sport sessions are open to all - they're a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. We provide all the equipment! Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Welcome to Halls: Mid-Autumn Moon Festival: 8pm - 11pm; Infusion, Shackleton, The Vale; A magical evening of food and entertainment, celebrating the full moon!

Friday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sat 26th September

Welcome & Well-Caffeinated with the Library team: 10am - 11:30am; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Meet the Library and Learning Resources team over coffee, discover academic support services, and take on the Meta-Verse Challenge for a chance to win exclusive UoBD merchandise.

Building Connections for success: Welcome brunch with the Provost: noon - 12:30pm; Innovation Lounge; Join us for an exclusive lunch with the Provost of the University of Birmingham Yusra

Making the most of your Careers Service: noon - 12:45pm; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover how your Careers Service can support you throughout your university journey. Explore career guidance, job opportunities, workshops, employer events and resources designed to help you prepare for your future.

Welcome Fair: 1pm - 5pm; Welcome Zone (ground floor); Meet our student societies and find your new community!

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Basketball: 2pm - 4pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Basketball - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Student Visa Support Session: 2pm - 2:45pm; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Welcome to Halls: Freshers Finale: 6pm - 12:30am; The Vale (outside Shackleton, lake side); Celebrate the end of your first week in halls in style! Come along and take part in our fun activities and enjoy some free food.

Social Sport: Climbing: 6:30pm - 7:30pm; Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness; Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Sun 27th September

Welcome to Halls: Freshers Finale: 6pm - 12:30am; The Vale (outside Shackleton, lake side); Celebrate the end of your first week in halls in style! Come along and take part in our fun activities and enjoy some free food.

Cereal Cafe: 10am - 11:30am; tbc; Build your perfect bowl at Cereal Café and enjoy a relaxed morning of conversation and connection. Meet new people, take part in fun icebreaker activities, and kick-start your day with breakfast and great company.

Inside the Majlis: A Journey Through Emirati Culture: 11am - 1pm; Innovation Lounge; Whether you are new to the UAE or eager to deepen your cultural knowledge, this event offers a unique opportunity to sit, listen, and learn within a recreated majlis environment.

Introduction to the UAE Labour Market: noon - 12:45pm; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover the UAE job market and what employers are looking for. Learn about key industries, workplace expectations, career opportunities and practical tips to help you prepare for working in the UAE.

Student Visa Support Session: noon - 12:45pm; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Sunday Morning Mass: 1pm - 2pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

University Music Sing and Play Day: 1:30pm - 7:30pm; Elgar Concert Hall and Dome Rehearsal Space, Bramall Music building; Join University Music for a day of joyful music-making to kick-start the new academic year. Whether you are new to us or returning after the summer break, we can’t wait to start making music together!

Succeeding at University: 2pm - 2:45pm; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Build healthy habits and getting practical tips for learning & study.

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Hockey: 3pm - 5pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Hockey - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

PG Welcome Mixer: 3:45pm - 5:30pm; Welcome Zone (ground floor); Meet your fellow PG students

Vibes Only: RnB Day Party: 5pm - 9pm; Guild of Students; The Guild of Students' RnB Day Party is the perfect way to spend your Sunday with great music, great people and an unbeatable atmosphere.

Sunday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 28th September

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Commuter Students Social: 6pm - 8pm; Beorma Bar and Amos Room, Guild of Students; Not living on campus? No problem! Find your travel buddies, meet the Commuter Students’ Society at your Guild of Students and get to know your people. There will be various activities and refreshments.

Tue 29th September

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Artisan Market: 1pm - 7pm; University Square; Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

LGBTQ+ Students' Social: 5pm - 7pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Come along to the Guild and meet fellow LGBTQ+ students! Chat and make new friends over board games and other relaxing activities.

Answer from Anywhere: Online Social and Quiz: 9pm - 11pm; Online; Whether you're an online or distance learner, a new student looking to make friends or just want something to do from the comfort of your own room, show off your skills with a friendly and fun quiz and get to know others just like you.

Night at the Museum Screening - Lapworth Museum After Hours: 10pm - midnight; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Watch Night at the Museum inside an actual Museum! Join us for a free students-only movie night, welcoming you to Birmingham!

Wed 30th September

Community Breakfast: noon - 2pm; Reception, Guild of Students; You are invited to the Guild of Students to come along for a free continental breakfast.

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Plant Sale: 1pm - 10pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Holy Communion Service: 3:30pm - 4pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury Room; Join students and staff to take time out to hear scripture, contemplate the holy, and feed your spiritual life led by a Methodist or Anglican clergy.

What do students do all day?: How to build academic skills into your daily routine.: 4pm - 5pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This session explores how students spend their time, how they talk about their day, and how you can shape your own study habits. With real examples and practical tips, you’ll leave with ideas for building academic skills into your daily routine.

Student jazz sessions: 4:15pm - 5pm; Mezzanine, Bramall Music building; Join us on your lunch break for an informal jazz performance from a selection of our student jazz musicians.

Prepare for final year or your dissertation with The Academic Skills Centre: 5pm - 6pm; Online; This workshop, specifically tailored for final year UG students, will help you manage your time and work-load and strengthen your critical thinking and academic voice as you start to prepare for final year projects or dissertations.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Belonging: 7pm - 9pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Bake, eat and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

A journey to the centre of the Sun: 9pm - 10:30pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; What is the Sun really like beneath its glowing surface – and how can we possibly know? The Exchange presents this free lecture on University of Birmingham research into how we explore our nearest star.

Thu 1st October

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 7pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Plant Sale: 1pm - 10pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

The Birmingham Award: drop-in: 3pm - 4pm; Room 112, Alan Walters Building; The Birmingham Award team will be on hand to help guide you through your award, check your progress or help with troubleshooting. No appointment needed, just come along and get the support you need.

Community Wellbeing Café: 4pm - 6pm; Reception, Guild of Students; Take a break and join us at the monthly Community Wellbeing Café. Enjoy free refreshments in a relaxed setting at the Guild of Students while accessing practical advice, wellbeing resources, and support.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 5:30pm - 8:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

International Students' Meet & Greet: 6pm - 8pm; Amos, Guild Of Students; New to Birmingham and want to meet fellow students from around the world?

Sexual health advice with Umbrella: 8pm - 10pm; Common Room, The Metalworks; Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.

Night at the Museum Screening - Lapworth Museum After Hours: 10pm - midnight; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Watch Night at the Museum inside an actual Museum! Join us for a free students-only movie night, welcoming you to Birmingham!

Fri 2nd October

Welcome Registration Hub: noon - 3pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Plant Sale: 1pm - 10pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 4pm - midnight; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 4:15pm - 5:15pm; Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Welcome to Halls Neuro Night: Mario Kart Tournament: 7pm - 10pm; Chamberlain Social Space; Join your Guild of Students for the first Neuro Night of the year in Chamberlain Social Space. This video games night edition, will feature Mario Kart, Mario Party, EA FC 26, Overcooked, and more.

Cheese & Wine Social for Postgraduate & Mature Students: 8pm - 10:30pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Take some time to unwind and get to know your fellow postgraduate and mature students in a relaxed setting! Non-alcoholic drink and vegan cheese options will be available.

Friday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 4th October

Welcome Ball: 1am - 7am; Guild of Students; End Welcome Week in style at the Welcome Ball 2026 taking place at your Guild of Students!

Sunday Morning Mass: 1pm - 2pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Lutheran Worship Service: 2:30pm - 4pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join us for our monthly Lutheran Worship Service, a time of scripture, prayer, and reflection. All are welcome.

Sunday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 5th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Tue 6th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Deloitte: Meet your Future: 1:30pm - 6:30pm; Under the arches, Law Building; Meet Deloitte with their interactive activation on campus. Get inspired, connect with their values, culture and people, and get an authentic glimpse into the people behind Deloitte and the different career journeys available.

Careers Support for Postgraduate Researchers: An Introduction: 3pm - 4pm; Online; This short one-hour webinar will introduce the online resources, upcoming events, and other support that you can make the most of your time as a Postgraduate Researcher in the 2026-27 academic year.

Wed 7th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Autumn Careers Fair 2026: 1:30pm - 6pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Kick start the academic year with the Autumn Fair - your chance to meet employers and graduates and explore graduate and work experience opportunities, no matter what stage of your career planning you are at.

International Hub @ Autumn Careers Fair: 2pm - 5pm; Beale Room, Aston Webb Building; Find a dedicated space for international students to learn about careers and employability support, whether you're just starting to think about your future or are actively searching for opportunities.

Holy Communion Service: 3:30pm - 4pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury Room; Join students and staff to take time out to hear scripture, contemplate the holy, and feed your spiritual life led by a Methodist or Anglican clergy.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 5pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Aspiring Researchers: 6pm - 7pm; Online; Curious about a career in research? Whether you're using your Master's as a pathway to a PhD or simply exploring your options, this interactive session will help you understand the support available from Careers Network.

PGT Essentials: Develop your skills for postgraduate study with the Academic Skills Centre: 6pm - 7:30pm; Online; Postgraduate study can feel like a big transition, whether you are returning to university straight after an undergraduate degree or a longer break from education. This session will explore some key skills required for PGT study, followed by a Q&A.

Thu 8th October

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

The Birmingham Award Explained: 2:30pm - 3:30pm; Room LG12, Old Gym; Superboost your CV with The Birmingham Award. The Birmingham Award is the University’s employability award for all students. Come along to this session, open to all students, to find out everything you need to know about the award.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 5:30pm - 8:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Fri 9th October

Shut Up and Work for early career researchers: 12:30pm - 7:30pm; Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room; Work on your own writing, planning or literature discovery in a quiet but supportive environment. There will be time to set targets at the beginning of the day and there will be regular planned breaks to enable you to network or take a walk.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 4pm - midnight; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 4:15pm - 5:15pm; Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Friday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 11th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 1pm - 2pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sunday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 12th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Your UK career plan for international students: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Not sure how to get a job in the UK after your studies? This online session will help you find jobs, understand when to apply, and what UK employers want. We'll also explain graduate jobs, graduate schemes, and how to talk about your visa.

Tue 13th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 12:45pm - 1:45pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Welcome to Westmere Drop-in: 3pm - 7pm; Westmere House; Join us at Westmere House for an informal PGR drop-in. Meet the University Doctoral School team, learn about the support and resources available to postgraduate researchers, enjoy refreshments, and explore the facilities through a guided tour.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Changers: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Changing career can feel daunting, but we’re here to help! This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network to make the change a reality.

Business for non-Business: How students from any degree can build a Business career: 6:30pm - 8pm; To be confirmed; Are you interested in exploring careers in business but not studying a Business-related degree? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals and graduates working across a range of business functions and graduate schemes.

Law career for non-law students: 7pm - 8pm; To be confirmed; Discover how you can apply for law training contracts and how you can train as a lawyer, as a student who isn't studying Law.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Developers: 7:30pm - 8:30pm; Online; Are you undertaking postgraduate study alongside your job for professional development, or with the aim of a promotion or professional accreditation? This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network.

Wed 14th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

STEM Careers Fair 2026: 1:30pm - 6pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Join us to discover a wide range of career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Connect directly with recruiters who are eager to meet UoB students for graduate jobs, placements, and work experience.

Holy Communion Service: 3:30pm - 4pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury Room; Join students and staff to take time out to hear scripture, contemplate the holy, and feed your spiritual life led by a Methodist or Anglican clergy.

Student Sustainability Day: 4pm - 7pm; Atrium and G11, Alan Walters building; Join the Sustainability Team for an informal afternoon of talks, workshops and networking. Find out about sustainability research at UoB, ways to get involved and great opportunities for your CV.

Thu 15th October

BabyLab sessions: 1pm - 3pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Join a relaxed session for parents and carers to explore fascinating research on topics from child development to science, health, and society while little ones play, feed, or snooze. Come as you are - curious minds (and wriggly babies) encouraged!

Macfarlanes Roadshow: 1pm - 7pm; Under the arches, Law Building; Macfarlanes invite you to drop by to 'Pick n' Mix' your future in law! They are looking for open-minded and driven people who want to build their careers at the highest level of Private Capital, Private Wealth, M&A and Disputes.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

The Birmingham Award: for College of Medicine and Health: 2pm - 3pm; Online; Join this session to learn how the award can support your future, how to get started, and how to work towards The Birmingham Award with Distinction, an optional advanced level of the award. This session has been designed with CMH students in mind.

Preparing for your Assignments: Getting started with finding information: 3pm - 4pm; Online; Search strategies can provide a handy structure to your research. We’ll explore breaking down a topic into keywords, exploring alternatives and how to use search operators to make database searches easier. Open to UG and PGT students.

Insight into the Pharmaceutical Sector: 3:30pm - 4:30pm; Online; Are you interested in the pharmaceutical industry and curious about the diverse career opportunities it offers? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals from various sectors of the pharmaceutical world.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 4pm - 6pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 5:30pm - 8:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Sexual health advice with Umbrella: 8pm - 10pm; Reception, Battery Park; Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.

Fri 16th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 1pm - 2pm; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 4pm - midnight; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 4:15pm - 5:15pm; Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Friday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 18th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 1pm - 2pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sunday Evening Mass: 8:30pm - 10pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

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