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Welcome to Ulster - International Student Orientation | January 2026
Welcome to Belfast Campus - Getting Started
The International Student Orientation Programme will run from Monday 19 January to Friday 23 January, 2026.
The International Student Advisory Service will have a full week of activities, including information sessions, networking opportunities, and events to explore your new surroundings.
The mandatory welcome sessions will support in ensuring that you have a smooth transition by providing essential information on living and learning in Northern Ireland.
Next Steps
- International Student Welcome Sessions will be held daily across the week. You must attend one of these sessions. Bring any important documents you might need and a notepad to jot down useful information.
- Registration will be completed at the 1st Floor of the Library, located in the BC Building, Belfast Campus.
International Student Orientation Week Timetable dates
The International Student Orientation Programme for January 2026 is detailed below.
International Student Orientation Week Timetable
Next three upcoming dates.
19 January - Welcome to Ulster - Living and Learning in Northern Ireland
19 January - Understanding your Student Visa Responsibilities
19 January - Information Session on Personal Safety Advice with the Local Neighbourhood Policing Team
Listed below are all dates for Orientation: 19th Jan to 23rd Jan 2026.
Monday 19th January 2026
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Monday 19 January 2026 @ 9:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes until Monday 19 January 2026 BC-LG-304 This mandatory session will support your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. You will also have the opportunity to meet the Student Visa and Immigration Service, who will provide important information about your visa. |
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Monday 19 January 2026 @ 11:00 AM |
This lasts for 30 minutes until Monday 19 January 2026 BC-LG-304 Meet with the Student Visa and Immigration Service to gain an understanding of your visa responsibilities. This mandatory session will include information on:
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Information Session on Personal Safety Advice with the Local Neighbourhood Policing Team |
Monday 19 January 2026 @ 11:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Monday 19 January 2026 BC-LG-304 This is an opportunity for new students to meet the Local Neighbourhood Policing Team and receive practical information and advice on personal safety while studying and living in Northern Ireland |
Monday 19 January 2026 @ 1:00 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes until Monday 19 January 2026 BC-LG-304 Did you miss the mandatory information session this morning? If so, please join the session this afternoon, as it is vital in supporting your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. |
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Monday 19 January 2026 @ 1:30 PM |
This lasts for 3 hours until Monday 19 January 2026 Departing from BC Reception Join the Global Ambassadors for a guided tour of Belfast City Centre. This is a perfect opportunity to get recommendations from fellow international students on the best spots in Belfast for eating, shopping, and experiencing local culture. They will also show you important places, such as banks, groceries stores, and public transport hubs. Click on the 'Register Here' button to sign up! |
Tuesday 20th January 2026
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 9:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes until Tuesday 20 January 2026 BC-00-307 This mandatory session will support your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. |
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EASC Workshop - Intercultural Fluency: Living in Northern Ireland |
Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 10:15 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Tuesday 20 January 2026 Open to all international students |
Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 11:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Tuesday 20 January 2026 BC-00-307 Hear from a panel of current international students as they share their experiences of living in Northern Ireland, with tips on cultural adjustment, finding part-time jobs, and everyday essentials (from transport and grocery shopping to social activities!) |
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Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 1:15 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Tuesday 20 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students |
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Careers and Employability Overview and How I Found a Great Part-Time Job |
Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 1:30 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Tuesday 20 January 2026 BC-00-307 The Graduate Development Team will provide an overview of their employability and careers services, including guidance on building your CV. Following this, Global Ambassadors will share practical insights from their own experiences in finding part-time jobs. |
Tuesday 20 January 2026 @ 2:45 PM |
This lasts for 2 hours and 15 minutes until Tuesday 20 January 2026 Meeting at BC Reception Join the Global Ambassadors as they guide you to stores where you can get ingredients for your favourite dishes, find familiar foods from home, or try something new! Select the 'Sign Up Here' option to register your interest. NOTE: Please meet the Global Ambassadors at 2:45 PM at BC Reception for a 3:00 PM departure. The tour runs for two hours, until 5:00 PM, so be sure to arrive on time. |
Wednesday 21st January 2026
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 9:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes until Wednesday 21 January 2026 BC-00-307 This mandatory session will support your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. |
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 10:15 AM |
TBC Open to all international students |
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 11:00 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Wednesday 21 January 2026 BC-00-307 The Student Wellbeing and Student Money Advice Teams will provide information and advice on:
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 1:00 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Wednesday 21 January 2026 BC-00-307 Learn about Belfast’s public buses and trains, discover tips and discounts from Global Ambassadors, and gain insights into the top travel routes for your Northern Ireland bucket list. |
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 1:15 PM |
TBC |
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Wednesday 21 January 2026 @ 2:00 PM |
Departing from BC Reception Join the Global Ambassadors for a guided tour of Belfast City Hall and discover the history of both the iconic building and the city. Select the 'Sign Up Here' option to register your interest. NOTE: Please meet the Global Ambassadors at 1:45 PM at BC Reception for a 2:00 PM departure. |
Thursday 22nd January 2026
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 9:30 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 30 minutes until Thursday 22 January 2026 BC-00-307 This mandatory session will support your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. |
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EASC Workshop - Intercultural Fluency: Living in Northern Ireland |
Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 10:15 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Thursday 22 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students |
Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 11:00 AM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Thursday 22 January 2026 BC-00-307 This fun event will provide you with the opportunity to meet other international students embarking on the same journey as you, quickly form meaningful connections and build a supportive community.. |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 12:00 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Thursday 22 January 2026 Sports Centre, Nelson Place Join Sports Services for teambuilding activities and to gain insight into the range of competitive and non-competitive sports on offer at Ulster University. |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 1:15 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Thursday 22 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students. |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 1:30 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Thursday 22 January 2026 Join the Global Ambassadors for a tour of the Belfast Campus, who will give you tips and advise on the best places of grab lunch, the best social and study spaces. They will also show you some vital spaces including the Students Union, Library and the Sports Centre at Nelson Place. NOTE: Please meet the Global Ambassadors at the BC Reception. They will be setting off at 1:30 PM, so try to arrive a few minutes early. |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 2:15 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Thursday 22 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students. |
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Thursday 22 January 2026 @ 2:30 PM |
This lasts for 2 hours until Thursday 22 January 2026 BC-03-203 Emerge yourself in Irish culture through a lively céilí dance (expect great music and lots of laughs!) Select the 'Register Here' option to register your interest. |
Friday 23rd January 2026
| Event | Date and Time | Notes |
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Friday 23 January 2026 @ 8:00 AM |
Enjoy a visit to the Giant’s Causeway, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by lunch in the beautiful coastal town of Portrush. Select the 'Register Here' option to register your interest. Spaces are limited to 50, and there is a £20 cost which covers travel, entry to the Causeway, and lunch. NOTE: The International Student Advisory Service will email you with more details once your spot is confirmed. |
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Friday 23 January 2026 @ 9:30 AM |
This lasts for 2 hours until Friday 23 January 2026 Library, 1st Floor, BC building This mandatory session will support your registration and enrolment. You will receive information about:
This session will be delivered by the International Student Advisory Service, who will be able to advise on any questions or queries you may have. |
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EASC Workshop - Intercultural Fluency: Living in Northern Ireland |
Friday 23 January 2026 @ 1:15 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Friday 23 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students. |
Friday 23 January 2026 @ 2:00 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour until Friday 23 January 2026 Meet at BC reception Join the Global Ambassadors for a guided tour of Belfast City Centre. This is a perfect opportunity to get recommendations from fellow international students on the best spots in Belfast for eating, shopping, and experiencing local culture. They will also show you important places, such as banks, groceries stores, and public transport hubs. Click on the 'Register Here' button to sign up! |
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Friday 23 January 2026 @ 10:15 PM |
This lasts for 1 hour and 45 minutes until Saturday 24 January 2026 TBC Open to all international students. |
