Induction
Introducing you to Newcaslte University and PGR study
Your induction
On arrival you should expect to attend induction events arranged by your Faculty and School. For September starters there is also an opportunity to participate in University-wide welcome and orientation events. You should consult the Handbook for Research Students and Research Supervisors as this provides useful information and contact details that will assist you on arrival in Newcastle.
Central faculty inductions
Central Faculty inductions are offered during the main registration periods in September and January. For students in the Faculties of Science, Agriculture & Engineering and Medical Sciences induction sessions are also available for students starting in April.
You can expect the Faculty induction to provide information on a range of topics including:
- An introduction to the University;
- Details of relevant regulations, policies and procedures relating to research degrees;
- Facilities available to students;
- Provision for student welfare and other support arrangements;
- Sources of support and advice outside the supervisory team;
- Training opportunities available within the Faculty.
The Faculty induction will also provide an opportunity for you to meet other research students and staff.
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
For details on this faculty induction, please contact: hass.pgtraining@ncl.ac.uk.
Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering
The induction for first year PGR students will be held as follows:
- Thursday 18 January 2024
- Thursday 9 May 2024
For further details, please contact: pgrdp@ncl.ac.uk.
Faculty of Medical Sciences
For details on this faculty induction, please contact: fmsgradschool@ncl.ac.uk.
School and institute inductions
In addition to the central Faculty induction, you should also receive an induction from your School/Institute. This will involve your academic supervisor who should provide you with information on:
- the academic standards of the programme
- the intended learning outcomes
- the curriculum including the skills training programme and the research element of the individual project
- methods of teaching and learning
- assessment
- regulations governing progression
- subject-related research codes and ethics
- programme-related health and safety requirements
You can find details fo your induction on Canvas.
University welcome and orientation events
Students arriving in September, at the start of the academic year, will also be able to participate in University-wide welcome and orientation events and Freshers’ Week which is organised by the Students’ Union.