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International Orientation 2013

Aston Welcome has three stages for International and EU students:

1. Pre-arrival 2. International Orientation 3.Freshers' Week

     1. Pre-arrival informationHere we have published information to help you plan ahead, prepare to come to Aston and get started once you arrive.


Meet and Greet
The Meet and Greet Service will run from Birmingham International Airport on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September from 8 am-10 pm and on Monday 23 September from 10 am-4 pm. If you fly into Birmingham on one of these three days, we will collect you by coach and take you to the University.

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Download your timetable

Download the Aston Welcome non-academic timetable for International Orientation and Freshers' Week. These welcome and social activities will take place around your compulsory academic sessions, which will take place in your School (faculty) of study. On your MAP homepage you will find your academic timetable.

Help with enrolment
See the University enrolment guide for help with how to enrol.

 

     2. International Orientation 23-27 September 2013

Prior to the start of your studies Aston University runs a week of activities to help you settle into your new environment, this is referred to as ‘International Orientation’.


The programme will run from Monday 23 to Friday 27 September, and includes a range of sessions and events for you to attend and get involved in.


Aston Welcome International is planned with you in mind and provides valuable information and guidance in preparation for your studies and life in the UK.

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During this week you will be formally welcomed to the University by the Pro-Vice Chancellor. Elements of the enrolment process will also take place during this week.


Why attend International Orientation?
It is essential that you attend International Orientation. As part of the programme you will meet specialist staff who can assist you with any queries you may have. The programme aims to help you to settle in and feel more at home before your lectures and studies begin.

The main objectives of this programme are to:

  • Give you the time and space to start the process of adapting to a new culture, the language, food, the British climate and your surroundings at Aston University

  • Introduce you to Aston University and its services

  • Help you meet other International and EU/EEA students and to start making friends

  • Enable you to meet some key members of staff

  • Assist you with all the necessary practical arrangements such as shopping for food and other necessities and opening a bank account

  • Introduce you to the services provided by the Students’ Union including clubs & societies, student sports clubs and sports provision;

  • Introduce you to the academic system at Aston University, study methods and approaches to learning;

  • Introduce you to cross cultural communication and basic presentation skills through workshops and group interaction.

Get a Student Mentor

Get a Student Mentor

Don't forget to register for a pre-arrival mentor to help you prepare for your studies at Aston.

     3. Freshers' Week 30 September-6 October 2013

After International Orientation week, the University runs a week of welcome activities for all new students, including those who live in the UK, before teaching starts. This week is called Freshers' Week. It includes School, academic and social activities and is a brilliant opportunity to meet UK students.


For more information on any aspect of Aston Welcome, see the new students website

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