Events in December

Wed 17th December

A student and staff member chat at Pause Pause@uni drop-in
3pm - 9pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.
Four students in coats walk across campus Active Residences: Wellbeing Christmas Walk
6pm - 8pm
Meet at Shackleton reception
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.
Two students wearing elf hats and paper chains pose for the camera Cultures Connect: Winter social
6pm - 8pm
Mermaid Bar, Guild of Students
Take a break from the busy festive season to reconnect with your culture, meet fellow students, and enjoy fun activities as you add a touch of cultural sparkle to your winter! Book your free ticket now.
Three students and a staff member chat at a table in the Library Lounge covered in craft items Wednesday Crafternoon with Pause@UoB
6pm - 8pm
Library Lounge, Main Library
Join Pause@uni for a relaxed afternoon getting creative with some free arts and crafts, and space to chat and relax.
A black and white border collie Wellbeing Café
8pm - 11pm
Social Space, Oak Brook Park
Sticking around over the Winter Break? We know that it might be getting a little bit quieter in Selly Oak, so cuddle up with some cosy crafts and Pets at Therapy puppy pals. All students welcome!

Thu 18th December

A student and staff member chat in the Pause lodge Pause@uni drop-in
3pm - 9pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.
A group of students sit around a low coffee table with craft items, next to a banner for Pause Comfort Zone with Pause@UoB
4pm - 7:30pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Head to the Wellbeing Lodge at North Gate for space to meet others, create, play and relax - or enjoy a free snack and a drink!
Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
10pm - 10:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Fri 19th December

Four Santa hats Active Residences: Elves v Santas Dodgeball
7pm - 8pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Sun 21st December

A fir tree close up with fairy lights Festive performances at Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery: Brummie Gems Molly Dancers
6pm - 7pm
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, city centre
Every Sunday throughout December the museum comes alive with the sounds and sights of the season - drop-in for a free performance by Quinton Community Choir as they fill the gallery with festive tunes!

Mon 22nd December

A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
7pm - 8pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 23rd December

A staff member wearing a santa hat carries a tray with bowls of soup Christmas lunch at The Shack
6pm - 8pm
The Shack, Vale Village
Celebrate the festive season with others staying in halls over the holidays with a special Christmas lunch - with all the trimmings! Open to all in UoB and partner accommodation, £15 (£13.50 with Student Living Plus). Order by 13:00 on 13 December!
A hand an a pool cue on a blue table Active Residences: Just Play Pool
7pm - 8pm
Chamberlain
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Wed 24th December

A student looks at a christmas tree Festive Feast Box collection
3pm - 6pm
The Shack, Vale Village
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Order our Festive Feast Box to cover meals over Christmas Day and Boxing Day, plus some extra tasty treats! Order by 13:00 on 13 December, each hamper costs £10.
A table tennis bat and ball Active Residences: Just Play Table Tennis
7pm - 8pm
Shackleton
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!
A very large tree is decorated with coloured lights, with a crowd admiring it Bournville Carols on the Green
10pm - 11pm
Bournville Village Green
Pop down to the Green for this fantastic yearly event! Led by the Vicar of St. Francis of Assisi Church, this tradition started in 1949 and brings our village and neighbours together to kick off Christmas celebrations.

Mon 29th December

A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
7pm - 8pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 30th December

A hand an a pool cue on a blue table Active Residences: Just Play Pool
7pm - 8pm
Chamberlain
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Wed 31st December

A child at a table covered in craft paper and items Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Art Club: Festive New Year Crafts
3pm - 7pm
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, city centre
Get into the festive spirit with some arts and crafts for the whole family, inspired by New Year's fireworks! 60 minute sessions at 11:00, 12:00 and 14:00. Tickets £3.50 per child, with free accompanying adult. Aimed at ages 3+.
A table tennis bat and ball Active Residences: Just Play Table Tennis
7pm - 8pm
Shackleton
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Mon 5th January

A student speaks to a staff member Book your Right to Study appointment
5th January 1:30pm - 9th January 7:30pm
Beale Room, Aston Webb Building
If you require immigration permissions to study in the UK, you will need to attend an in-person Right to study check. Book your appointment now, and start uploading your documents online.
A hand holds a shuttlecock to a racquet, ready to hit Active Residences: Just Play Badminton
7pm - 8pm
Munrow Arena 1, Sport & Fitness Centre
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some festive fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Tue 6th January

A student at the door of the Pause lodge, which has a poster and crafted heart pinned to it Pause@uni drop-in
3pm - 9pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.
Individual climbing wall Social Sport: Just Climb
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.
A close up of legs wearing tracksuit bottoms and white trainers, in a dance class Active Residences: Dance Fitness
10pm - 10:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Wed 7th January

A student and staff member chat in the Pause lodge Pause@uni drop-in
3pm - 9pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.
A student smiles holding a tennis racket Social Sport: Tennis
7pm - 8pm
Outdoor Tennis Courts, Sport & Fitness
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Thu 8th January

Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
10pm - 10:40pm
Hampton Room, Chamberlain
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.

Fri 9th January

Three rolled black yoga mats stand in a crate Active Residences: Yoga
6pm - 6:40pm
Hexagon Room, Pritchatts Park
Active Residences is a fun and friendly way to look after your wellbeing and meet others, for students living in University and partner accommodation. All sessions are free and suitable for beginners - make sure to book your place.
Paintbrushes in a glass jar Paint & Sip: Mason jar mixer
7pm - 9pm
Infusion, Vale Village
Join Residence Life for our first event of the year! To welcome our new arrivals, we're hosting a paint and sip event with drinks and mason jars you can decorate, all completely free for students in UoB or partner accommodation.

Mon 12th January

A student speaks to a staff member Book your Right to Study appointment
12th January 1:30pm - 16th January 7:30pm
Beale Room, Aston Webb Building
If you require immigration permissions to study in the UK, you will need to attend an in-person Right to study check. Book your appointment now, and start uploading your documents online.

Tue 13th January

A campus tour group at the base of Old Joe Campus tour for new students
3pm - 4pm
Meet at Old Joe
New students in January are invited to join a campus tour with one of our current students. Whether you're with us for a semester or a whole programme, discover your new campus, find your way and start settling into student life. Book your place now.
A campus tour group leaves university centre Campus tour for new students
5pm - 6pm
Meet at Old Joe
New students in January are invited to join a campus tour with one of our current students. Whether you're with us for a semester or a whole programme, discover your new campus, find your way and start settling into student life. Book your place now.

Wed 14th January

A campus tour group at the campus bike shop Campus tour for new students
3pm - 4pm
Meet at Old Joe
New students in January are invited to join a campus tour with one of our current students. Whether you're with us for a semester or a whole programme, discover your new campus, find your way and start settling into student life. Book your place now.
A campus tour group outside the Guild of Students Campus tour for new students
5pm - 6pm
Meet at Old Joe
New students in January are invited to join a campus tour with one of our current students. Whether you're with us for a semester or a whole programme, discover your new campus, find your way and start settling into student life. Book your place now.
Two students speak to a staff member at an information stand January Welcome Fair
5pm - 9pm
On campus
New students joining in January are invited to meet the teams and departments here to support you as you start your studies with us! Drop-in throughout the afternoon, no booking required.
A student in an audience smiles January Welcome Address
6pm - 7pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
We're delighted to welcome our January cohorts to campus! Join Jon Elsmore, Director of Student Affairs, and his guest speakers for your formal Welcome to the university, with lots of useful information and an interactive Q&A.
Three students and a staff member chat at a table in the Library Lounge covered in craft items Wednesday Crafternoon with Pause@UoB
6pm - 8pm
Library Lounge, Main Library
Join Pause@uni for a relaxed afternoon getting creative with some free arts and crafts, and space to chat and relax.
The milky way seen at night Bringing Birmingham to You: Cosmic Clues
10pm - 12:30am
Poynting Building
How common is life beyond Earth? Join us for an evening of cosmic curiosity with Professor Amaury Triaud, an astrophysicist whose research focuses on planets orbiting distant stars, plus refreshments and rooftop telescope viewing.

Thu 15th January

A group of students sit around a low coffee table with craft items, next to a banner for Pause Comfort Zone with Pause@UoB
6pm - 7:30pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Head to the Wellbeing Lodge at North Gate for space to meet others, create, play and relax - or enjoy a free snack and a drink!
RSS Feed