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Welcome to UU
We are delighted that you are joining Ulster in September 2025 and we are looking forward to welcoming you!
We offer an exciting orientation programme which is open to all Study Abroad/Exchange students and it will give you an introduction to life in Northern Ireland as well as campus life at Ulster.
It is also a great way to prepare for academic study in the UK and make friends. Orientation will take place week commencing 15 September 2025 and further details for your campus are below:
The following guides are packed with everything you need to know as an International student at Ulster University please ensure you have a read through:
Study Abroad Exchange Students - Webinar
Are you preparing for your exchange in Northern Ireland in September 2025? Join our live webinars designed to help you feel prepared before you arrive. Topics will include accommodation, arrival information, enrolment, registration, and module selection, along with helpful tips for settling into student life here. There will also be time for a live Q&A, so bring along any questions or concerns—we’re here to support you every step of the way!
We will host information sessions on Thursday 28 August 2025 at 10am and 4.00pm (GMT) . Each session will last approximately one hour.
Please book your place here: Study Abroad Exchange Webinars - Booking Form
Course Induction
Course induction is not applicable to Study Abroad/Exchange students.
Study Abroad/Exchange students are required to attend the Exchange Student Library Induction and the Brunch Event.
Right to Study Check
All international students must provide evidence of their "Right to Study" before they can complete enrolment.
If you are a *Non-visa national you will be required to upload evidence that you have permission to study in the UK.
If you are a Student visa holder you must upload a photo of the stamped visa vignette in your passport to CAS Shield as soon as you have cleared UK immigration.
*Failure to provide evidence will result in access to online enrolment being delayed.
Enrolment
Once your modules have been reviewed you will receive an e-mail confirming the modules you should enrol on and you will be asked to complete enrolment once you provided evidence of your validated "Right to study" as mentioned above.
To complete online enrolment, you will need your Student ID number (e.g. B00123456) which you will find in your joining instructions email. Your PIN is your date of birth in the format ddmmyy.
Watch this step by step guide to ensure you enrol correctly.
If you need to amend your modules after you have enrolled, you can do so within the first two weeks of term by consulting with your home institution and study adviser.
Study Abroad /Exchange students have been allocated a time to enrol and complete document checks to the most locations as below:
- Belfast Campus-Tuesday 16 September - 10am-12noon - Student Check-In Area (BC Building)
- Coleraine Campus-Monday 15 September - 10am -11am - Student Check-in Area, Library (Main Building)
- Derry~Londonderry-Monday 15 September -10am - 11am - Student Check-In Area, Library (MM Building) Level 1
There will be staff and Global Ambassadors present to assist if you have any queries.
Arrival on Campus
Upon arrival on campus, look out for our Global Ambassadors (they are wearing green t-shirts) who are there to assist you with the following:
- Full Compliance Check (bring your passport)
- Upload a photo (if you haven't already done so)
- Completion of Enrolment
- ID card printing
Once the above are completed you will be provided with your Student ID Card.
Don’t forget, teaching starts on 22 September 2025 and you must have arrived in the UK and enrolled by 17 September 2025.
Study Abroad/Exchange Brunch Events & Library Inductions
Please ensure you register for our Study Abroad/Exchange Brunch Event - this is a great opportunity for you to meet other students, academic members of staff and you get to meet the Global Opportunities Team!
Please complete the booking form below, and if you have any forms that need signed please bring them with you to the Brunch!
Study Abroad/Exchange Student Brunch
- 15 September 12-1pm - MD106, Minor Hall, Derry~Londonderry Campus
- 16 September 12-1pm - Room to be confirmed, Belfast Campus
- 15 September 12-1pm - Global Lounge, Coleraine Campus
Library Induction
- 16 September 1-2pm - Room to be confirmed, Belfast Campus
- 16 September 1-2pm - H320, Coleraine Campus
- 15 September - Times Room to be confirmed, Derry~Londonderry Campus
Surfing at the North Coast with Alive Adventures!!
Further information will be provided soon!
Study Adviser
If you need any documentation signed such as a learning agreement or have a query relating to the delivery or content of your modules please contact your study adviser.
FAQ's
You be able to access your timetable once you have completed your online enrolment and have officially been registered as an Ulster student.
You will be sent an email to instruct you when to complete this.
Please note that the timetables will not be released until 2 weeks before the start of term.
- Semester 1 - mid September
- Semester 2 - mid January
You will receive your Ulster email address and access to the Student Portal once you have completed your online enrolment.
The instructions will be sent to you by email, along with confirmation of your module selection for that semester.
As you are an exchange study abroad student you will not be required to attend a course induction.
These are only mandatory for students who are completing a full degree at Ulster.
Within the Orientation timetable there will be an opportunity to meet other study abroad exchange bespoke events.
If for any reason you need to change your modules, you must do so before the end of Week 2 by completing our module amendment form after you have consulted with your study adviser at Ulster and home institution.
Find your study adviser.
Please select by campus and area of study
Feel free to contact your Study Adviser, introducing yourself as they will serve as your primary point of contact throughout your studies at Ulster. Additionally, they can offer guidance on any academic inquiries you may have.
It may be possible to withdraw from a particular module after Week 3, but this is not assured. Approval for withdrawal will only be granted following thorough discussions with your home institution and your Study Advisor at Ulster.
If you receive documentation from your home institution that needs to be completed and signed, the Global Opportunities Team can assist you with most of these, such as the Letter of Confirmation and Certificate of Attendance.
However, it is important to note that the only document we cannot sign is your Learning Agreement, as that can only be signed by your Study Adviser at Ulster.
You, and your home institution, will receive a copy of your transcript by email once they have been released by the Examinations Office at Ulster
Semester 1 – mid January (students who attended semester 1 only)
Semester 2 – early July (students who attended for semester 2 and full year)
Our webpages contain comprehensive information to assist you in navigating through the available resources. Our dedicated International Student Advisory Service team are also available to address any questions you may have regarding your pre-arrival preparations. Feel free to reach out for support: isas@ulster.ac.uk.
Please note: Timetables are subject to change until the end of Week 2. These changes may result in clashes with your selected modules.
If this affects you, please take the following steps:
- Contact your Study Advisor -They may be able to recommend alternative modules that better suit your schedule.
- Email the Go Global team – They can assist with registering you for any approved module changes.
Please contact the Go Global team, who will contact Registry and have your records updated.
