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Welcome Events

Come and join one of the many events during your first few weeks. They will help you get familiar with the university and enable you to meet new people.

International Welcome events

We understand that arriving in a new city and country can feel overwhelming. Come and join our welcome events to learn more about Newcastle and make new friends.

International Welcome Sessions 

Our events will take place:

  • on 24 January 2025
  • in the Stephenson Building on the Newcastle University main campus

You can access some of our Welcome Session content online:

Welcome and information sessions

The schedule will be confirmed in January 2025.

 

 

International Welcome Information Fair

The information fair will be:

  • in the Stephenson Building
  • on 24 January 2025 between 10:00 and 15:00

Chat with representatives from services across the university and city. Find out more information about:

  • Library and Academic Skills
  • Careers Service
  • University Security
  • Sports Centre
  • Language Resource Centre
  • NUSU (Students' Union)
  • Nexus (local transportation)
  • Northumbria Police
  • Student Health and Wellbeing Service
  • University of Sanctuary
  • HSBC (for general banking queries)

Refreshments will be provided. You'll be able to chat with other new students over a tea or coffee.

Campus and city tours

Our Students' Union will be offering several FREE tours of the city and campus. These will run throughout International Welcome and the first week of term. Why not join one and explore what the university and city have to offer?

The schedule of welcome events will be available in January 2025.

Health Fair

Want to learn more about registering for a doctor in Newcastle, or want to learn more about how engaging with our Student Health and Wellbeing Services can support your mental and physical health? 

Clubs and Societies Fair

The Clubs and Societies Fair is a great way to explore all the ways you can get involved at Newcastle! The fair will be on Tuesday 28 January 2025 from 09:00-16:00 in Venue in the Student's Union

From 09:00-10:00 there will be a quiet hour at the fair for those who may prefer to visit during that time.