Welcome to Ulster - International Student Orientation September 2024
Next Steps
Plan to arrive at Belfast Campus in time for one of the daily sessions.
Head straight to Room BC-00-306 for your welcome session at either 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Bring any important documents you might need and a notepad to jot down useful information.
Once you have completed this session you'll be ready to complete your Registration and join in the rest of our events and activities below. Don't forget to sign up for any off campus activities before they fill up!
Mandatory Daily Sessions
These sessions are MANDATORY and run from Monday to Friday, with both morning and afternoon options available. You MUST attend at least one session, either in the morning or in the afternoon.
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Meet the ISAS team! |
9:45am - 11:00am 1:00pm - 2:15pm | BC-00-306 |
| Student Panel: Life in Northern Ireland, from haircuts to food and drinks, shopping smart; ask our Global Ambassador anything |
11:00am - 11:30am 2:15pm - 2:45pm | BC-00-306 |
| Compliance: Understand your Student Visa responsibilities Timetabling and Attendance |
11:30am - 12:15pm 2:45pm - 3:30pm | BC-00-306 |
| GP registration, opening a Bank account, Part time work, National Insurance number |
12:15pm - 1:00pm 3:30pm - 4:15pm | BC-03-306 |
Social Orientation Events
These events offer you the opportunity to meet fellow new students, get to know your surroundings, and participate in fun-filled activities. Don't miss out!
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Speed Friending | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | BC-03-123 |
| How to access public transport in Northern Ireland: Field trip | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | BC Reception |
| City Centre Walking Tour: visit the Post office and shopping | 3:10pm - 4:30pm | BC Reception |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| How to Find Part-time Job | 11:00am - 12:00pm | BC-03-123 |
| How to access public transport in Northern Ireland: Field trip | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | BC Reception |
| Ethic Food Tour | 3:00pm - 4:30pm | Meet at BC Reception |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee and Chat | 11:00am - 12:00pm | TBC |
| Study Abroad students and Studies Advisor lunch (Study Abroad Students only) | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | BC-LG-207 |
| Speedy Friending | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | BC-03-123 |
| Walking to the City (BUG garden) City Hall Tour | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Meet at BCReception |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Out campus:Ulster Museum Walk & Ethic Food Tour | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Meet at BC Reception |
| How to access public transport in Northern Ireland: Field trip | 2:10pm - 3:00pm | Meet at BC Reception |
| On campus: Culture Session - Celi | 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Small Atrium BC Level 3 |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| St. George's Market | 10:00am - 1:00pm | Meet at BC Reception |
| Speeding Friending | 1:30pm - 2:30pm | BC-03-123 |
| How to Find Part-time Job | 3:00pm - 4:00pm | BC-03-123 |
| Session | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Giant's Causeway Trip - Register Here | 08:30am - 6:00pm | Meet at BC Reception |
Social Orientation Events
Listed below are all dates for Orientation: 16 to 20 September 24.
Monday 16 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Monday 16 September 2024 @ 9:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Join the ISAS team for a free breakfast to begin the week. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 9:45 AM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Hear from our current students as they share their experience and pass on top tips. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 12:15 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 2:10 PM |
BC Reception Join our Global Ambassadors for this walk around Belfast to show you local train and bus services. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 2:15 PM |
BC-00-306 Hear from our current students as they share their experience and pass on top tips. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 You will have lots of questions about your new timetable! This is your chance to meet the team and find our everything you need to know. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 3:10 PM |
BC Reception Join our Global Ambassadors for a guided tour of some important spaces and places that'll you need to be aware of such as Post Offices and shopping options. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 3:15 PM |
Library - BC Level 1 An opportunity for Study Abroad and Exchange students to meet the library team and learn how to access library materials, e-books, and journals. |
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Monday 16 September 2024 @ 3:30 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
Tuesday 17 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 9:45 AM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-LG-211 (LECTURE THEATRE 1) Meet our Careers and Employability Team and learn more about:
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 12:15 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 2:00 PM |
BC-LG-211 (LECTURE THEATRE 1) In this orientation session the International Student Advisory Service will cover the various public transport options available to students, how to access student discounts on travel and getting about in Northern Ireland. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 2:15 PM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 3:00 PM |
Meeting at BC Reception Join our Global Ambassadors to explore some of Belfast's based ethnic food stores. You'll visit a number of different stores to stock up on some tasty treats and discover the top stores to find your home favourites! We will also identify some local stores where you can get the best price for everyday goods and groceries. Numbers are limited so sign up now! |
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Tuesday 17 September 2024 @ 3:30 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
Wednesday 18 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 9:45 AM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
TBC Refuel before the afternoon sessions with coffee and chat, where you can meet our special guests and other new international students. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 12:15 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 2:00 PM |
BC-03-123 Speed Friending is a fantastic opportunity to quickly form meaningful connections and build a supportive community. If you're a new student at Ulster give speed friending a try and watch your circle of friends grow! Why Participate?
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 2:15 PM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 3:00 PM |
Meeting at BC Reception Join our Global Ambassadors to explore Belfast's City Hall and Urban Garden, just a 10 minute walk from the Belfast campus! You'll visit a number of locations selected by our current international students to help you get to know the city and the shops they wish they'd known about when they first arrived. Numbers are limited, so sign up now! |
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Wednesday 18 September 2024 @ 3:30 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
Thursday 19 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 9:45 AM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 12:15 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
Meeting at BC Reception Start at Ulster Museum in Botanic Garden, join our Global Ambassadors to explore some Belfast. You'll also visit a number of different stores to stock up on some tasty treats and discover the top stores to find your home favourites! We will also identify some local stores where you can get the best price for everyday goods and groceries. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 2:00 PM |
Meet at BC Reception In this orientation session the International Student Advisory Service will cover the various public transport options available to students, how to access student discounts on travel and getting about in Northern Ireland. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 2:15 PM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 3:00 PM |
BC-03-123 Join our traditional Irish Ceili Dance. Let’s dance, laugh, and connect! |
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Thursday 19 September 2024 @ 3:30 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
Friday 20 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Friday 20 September 2024 @ 9:45 AM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 10:00 AM |
Meeting at BC Reception Join our Global Ambassadors to explore some of Belfast's local vibe. And some iconic spots around the city centre. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 12:15 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-306 During the welcome session, you will receive important information about:
You'll meet the team and be able to get answers to any questions you might have. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 1:30 PM |
BC-03-123 Speed Friending is a fantastic opportunity to quickly form meaningful connections and build a supportive community. If you're a new student at Ulster give speed friending a try and watch your circle of friends grow! Why Participate?
|
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 2:15 PM |
BC-00-306 Our panel of current students will share their own experience of living in Northern Ireland, including practical tips on things such as shopping, food and drink, and even getting a haircut! |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 2:45 PM |
BC-00-306 An important session delivered by our Compliance Team, outlining your responsibilities as a Student visa holder. This session is mandatory for all Student visa holders. |
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 3:00 PM |
BC-LG-211 (LECTURE THEATRE 1) Meet our Careers and Employability Team and learn more about:
|
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Friday 20 September 2024 @ 3:30 PM |
BC-00-306 It is vitally important that you register with a doctor and open a UK bank account as soon as you arrive and complete your student registration. This session will guide you through how to complete these steps. |
Saturday 21 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Saturday 21 September 2024 @ 8:30 AM |
Register for our Away Day trip to the Giant's Causeway. A bus will take you from campus to Northern Ireland's famous Giant's Causeway, with a stop at the beautiful coastal town of Portrush on the way back. The cost is just £10 per person and includes travel and entry to the Giant's Causeway. But hurry - spaces are limited! |