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Welcome to Ulster - International Student Orientation | September 2025
Welcome to Belfast Campus - Getting Started
Our International Student Orientation Programme will run for a full week beginning on Monday 15 September 2025, concluding on Friday 19 September.
The International Student Advisory Service have a full week of activities to help you get all the key information your need, to make new friends, and to become familiar with your new surroundings. To ensure you have a smooth transition and get all the information you need to start your journey, we invite you to attend one of our mandatory welcome sessions.
Next Steps
- International Student Welcome Sessions will be held daily in room BC-00-307. You must attend one of these sessions. Bring any important documents you might need and a notepad to jot down useful information.
- To complete your registration, head to the Student Check In area in the BA Building Ground Floor.
- You can see details of the full International Student Orientation Programme below.
International Orientation Week Timetable dates
Listed below are all dates for Orientation: 15 Sept to 19 Sept 2025.
Monday 15 September
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Monday 15 September 2025 @ 9:30 AM |
BC-00-307 This essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered, as well as meeting the Compliance team for important information about your Visa . |
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Monday 15 September 2025 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-307 Meet with our Compliance team to gain an understanding of your visa responsibilties. This mandatory session will include:
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Monday 15 September 2025 @ 12:00 PM |
BD-02-036 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! |
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Monday 15 September 2025 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-307 Did you miss our morning session? If so, you should join us this afternoon for this essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered. |
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Monday 15 September 2025 @ 1:30 PM |
Departing from BC Reception Sign up!! Join our Global Ambassadors for a guided tour of the best spots in Belfast for eating, drinking and shopping! They'll also show you important places that'll you need to be aware of including the banks and also the best places to explore during your weekends away from campus! Click on the link above to sign up! |
Tuesday 16 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 9:30 AM |
BC-00-307 This essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered, as well as meeting the Compliance team for important information about your Visa . |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 10:15 AM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will help you navigate and adapt to the cultural nuances of life in Northern Ireland, fostering understanding and effective communication across diverse cultural backgrounds. |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-307 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 16 September 2025 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-307 Did you miss our morning session? If so, you should join us this afternoon for this essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered. |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-307 Become an Intervention Champion and gain your Green Dot to proudly display on your lanyard! Green Dot is an evidence based programme that empowers students and staff to address behaviours leading to unwanted sexual experiences, gender-based violence, domestic abuse and harassment by providing training to identify, intervene and report. No need to sign up, just come along. |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 1:15 PM |
BC-03-104A This workshop aimed at helping students understand and navigate the norms, expectations, and professional behaviours within academic settings. |
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Tuesday 16 September 2025 @ 3:00 PM |
Meeting at BC Reception Sign Up!! Join our Global Ambassadors as you head to the Botanic area of the city. They'll show you some different stores where you can find products to recreate your favourite dishes, stock up on your favourites from home or try something entirely new. Click on the link above to sign up! Meet at 2:45pm for a 3pm departure at BC Reception. |
Wednesday 17 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 9:30 AM |
BC-00-307 This essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered. |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 10:00 AM |
BC-LG-304 Lean about the public bus and train services in Belfast, how to get the best deals and discounts and discover some of the best places to visit in Belfast and beyond! |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 10:15 AM |
BC-03-104A This workshop aimed at helping students understand and navigate the norms, expectations, and professional behaviours within academic settings. |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 11:30 AM |
BC-00-307 Meet our StudentWellbeing and Student Money Advice Teams. You'll learn more about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered. |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 1:15 PM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will focus on the conventions, structures, and stylistic approaches used in academic writing and communication. |
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Wednesday 17 September 2025 @ 2:00 PM |
Departing from BC Reception Make sure to sign up to visit the stunning Belfast City Hall. As part of this guided tour you'll learning about the history of Belfast and the building itself. One not to be missed! Click on the link above to sign up! |
Thursday 18 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 9:30 AM |
BC-00-307 This essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
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Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 10:15 AM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will help you navigate and adapt to the cultural nuances of life in Northern Ireland, fostering understanding and effective communication across diverse cultural backgrounds. |
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Careers and Employability Overview & How to Find a Part-time Job |
Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 11:00 AM |
BC-00-307 Meet our Graduate Development Team who will let you know about their employabilty and careers services including finding part-time work. Our student Global Ambassadors will share their advice and top tips on how to conduct your part-time job search and talk about their personal experiences in finding a GREAT job! |
Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 1:00 PM |
BC-00-307 Become an Intervention Champion and gain your Green Dot to proudly display on your lanyard! Green Dot is an evidence based programme that empowers students and staff to address behaviours leading to unwanted sexual experiences, gender-based violence, domestic abuse and harassment by providing training to identify, intervene and report. No need to sign up, just come along. |
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Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 1:15 PM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will focus on the conventions, structures, and stylistic approaches used in academic writing and communication. |
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Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 2:15 PM |
BD-03-123 This workshop will focus on the conventions, structures, and stylistic approaches used in academic writing and communication. |
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Thursday 18 September 2025 @ 2:30 PM |
BC-03-203 Sign up! Discover a lively céilí dance! Meet with new friends while exploring the rich traditions in this fun and interactive session. Click on the link up to signup. |
Friday 19 September
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Friday 19 September 2025 @ 8:00 AM |
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 £20 per person and includes travel and entry to the Giant's Causeway and lunch. But hurry - spaces are limited to 50! If you are successful in securing a spot you will receive an email confirmation. Book you place using the link above. |
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Friday 19 September 2025 @ 10:00 AM |
BC-00-307 Join us this morning for this essential session to support your registration and enrolment. You will also receive information about:
You'll meet the team and have your questions answered. |
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Friday 19 September 2025 @ 10:45 AM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will focus on the conventions, structures, and stylistic approaches used in academic writing and communication. |
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Friday 19 September 2025 @ 1:15 PM |
BC-03-104A This workshop will help you navigate and adapt to the cultural nuances of life in Northern Ireland, fostering understanding and effective communication across diverse cultural backgrounds. |
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Friday 19 September 2025 @ 2:00 PM |
Meet at BC reception Sign up! 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! Click above for the signup. |
