internatonal students welcome programme

Student Welfare Service

International Students’ Welcome Programme

Tuesday 28th September – Friday 1st October 2010

www.le.ac.uk/welfare

2 UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER · STUDENT WELFARE SERVICE

Dear Student,

I would like to extend a very warm welcome to the University of Leicester and to ourISWP designed especially for international students.

The University of Leicester is a leading international university which is involved in thepursuit of excellence in both teaching and research. A degree from this University willtherefore be a major achievement which will certainly help to promote your future career.

Our Welcome Programme aims to provide an introduction to both studying and living inLeicester. You will be shown around the University campus and given a guided tour ofthe City of Leicester. The International Students’ Services Fair will provide informationabout the excellent student support services which will be available to you during yourstudies here. There will be many opportunities for you to ask questions plus free time andsocial activities during which we hope that you will meet new friends.

The beginning of term is an extremely hectic time. We hope this gentle introductionbefore the start of the academic year will provide time for you to acclimatise, to get usedto the British way of life, to answer those pressing questions and generally to settle in.

I wish you every success with your studies.

Professor Sir Robert Burgess,Vice-Chancellor

INFORMATION DURING THE ISWP

Where can I ask questions about theISWP?During the ISWP, there will be an Information Desk in the entrancehall of the Students’ Union Building from 09.00 to 16.00 every day.Use this Information Desk to sign up for walking and cycling tours,collect your Discover Leicester Bus Tour ticket and ask questions.

You will also be able to ask unofficial questions about living andstudying in Leicester by leaving your questions in the ‘Living inLeicester’ Question Box on the ISWP Information Desk – these willbe answered by current students at the ‘Living in Leicester’workshop on Friday.

What is in my Welcome Pack?You will have received a Welcome Pack when you registered ontothe ISWP. It contains important material, such as information aboutUniversity services, a campus map, a free phone SIM card withsome free credit and other useful information. Spare WelcomePacks are also available at the ISWP Information Desk if you loseyour pack.

What sessions can I attend and should Ireserve a place?We would recommend that you attend the morning lectures asthey contain essential information. These are held in large lecturetheatres. Other events are optional and you can come to as manyor few sessions or events as you like. There are a limited number of

spaces on some of the workshops due to room sizes. We do notask you to pre-book for any of the workshops but you shouldbook for all the tours. Please be aware that you may not alwaysbe able to go to your first choice of session. There are a varietyof workshops and events which run at the same time in order tominimise disappointment and you are advised to get to the roomearly. On page 4 there is space to write the time and date ofyour preferred sessions so you won’t forget!

What are Student Assistants and howcan they help?Our Student Assistants are the friendly and helpful peoplewearing blue shirts with a University of Leicester logo. They areexperienced and knowledgeable students who want to help youto settle in and will answer your questions.

Where can I access the Internet duringthe ISWP?If you are in University Accommodation, then you will be able toaccess the internet in your room. You can also access theinternet from the Library IT Room 1 (ground floor) from 12:00-16:00 on Monday to Thursday during the ISWP. On Friday, KenEdwards computer room 101 is available. It is always a good ideato contact your family and inform them of your safe arrival.

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TRANSPORT

How do I travel around Leicester?

SAFETY

Am I safe in Leicester?

Leicester is a safe place to live, but as in all cities you need to beaware of your own safety and security. There is an importantsafety talk during the ISWP facilitated by the campus policeofficer and there will be more safety information available at theServices Fair on Wednesday afternoon.

A useful website for international students in the UK iswww.educationuk.org/Life-in-the-UK/creating-your-life-in-the-uk/Stay-safe-during-your-UK-studies

FOOD AND DRINK

Where can I buy food and drink on campus?

Most of the catering outlets are located in the Charles WilsonBuilding, the David Wilson Library and the Students’ Union.Please ask the student assistants if you need directions or lookat the leaflet in your Welcome Pack.

For students in catered accommodation (in Oadby)dinner will be served in Beaumont Dining Hall at 17:30every night during the ISWP except for Thursday whereit will be served at the earlier time of 17:00 so that youwill have time to prepare for the Mayor’s Reception.

Where can I shop for groceries and otheressentials?

The University main campus is located within walking distance ofMorrisons supermarket. It is about 10 minutes walk from boththe Nixon Court and Freemen’s Common accommodation sites,and approximately 15 minutes from Opal Court andRegent/Salisbury accommodation sites.

Oadby Student Village Halls are located close to Asdasupermarket. During term-time, there is a free Asda Bus servicethat operates from City Living accommodation sites. Look out forthe Asda Bus posters in your accommodation giving informationabout the day of the week on which this service operates.

During the ISWP, Student Assistants will help guide you toMorrisons, Asda and the Chinese Supermarket so that you canbuy essential items. Leicester also has one of the biggest open-air markets in the UK located within the city centre. You willfind an open-air fruit and vegetable market and a closedmarket selling meat, fish and cheese.

The Safety Bus will be able to take you back to youraccommodation throughout the ISWP from Tuesday – Fridaybetween 21.00 - 00.00 for £2.

Buses during the ISWP

The number 80A Arriva bus will depart for campuseach morning from Oadby Student Village during theISWP at:07:45 08:15 08:45 09:15 09:45

Bus stops are on Manor Road, Oadby (outside Stamfordand Digby Halls).

Please note that this bus also runs via Mary Gee Houses(Ratcliffe Road).

The same service will operate from campus back toHalls of Residence each afternoon duringthe ISWP at:16:15 16:45 17:15 17:45 18:15

A single ticket costs £2.10; a day ticket is £3.60 and the driverwill give you change if you do not have the exact cash. Aweekly pass costs £15.00. You can buy an Arriva City PlusStudent Ticket at the Services Fair for £280 for the academicyear. This gives you unlimited travel within Leicester on anyArriva bus.

A free Ausden Clark bus service has been arranged forOadby and Mary Gee students to travel to and fromevening events on campus and this service will depart fromthe marked bay at the side of the Charles Wilson Building.Please see the daily schedules for more information.

Both bus stops are marked on the University map on page 14.

Cycling: You can also cycle in Leicester. We have arrangedspecial cycling tours with local organisation ‘Cyclemagic’ so thatyou can practise safe cycling in Leicester during the ISWP. Placesare limited to 12 people per tour so you will need to sign up fora time at the Information Desk in advance. Cycling tours areavailable every afternoon during the ISWP – you can check thedaily schedules for more information.


The Safety Bus will be available for safe travel home at night ifyou need to leave outside of the advertised bus times. You willfind the Safety Bus parked on the marked bay at the side of theCharles Wilson Building and the bus will leave when full and thenreturn back to campus.

You may wish to buy a minibus card in the Students' Union asthe Safety Bus service also operates during term time. Prices are£40 for a term and £99 for a year.

Taxis: Local taxi firms include ABC Taxis: 0116 2555 111 andQueens Cabs: 0116 2701 300. Don’t forget to use a taxi or theStudents’ Union run Safety Bus during the evenings if you needto get home by yourself.

LEICESTER

How can I find out more about the city ofLeicester?

For more information about the city and the surrounding area,come to the ‘Find out more about Leicestershire’ talk onWednesday, go on a ‘Discover Leicester Tour’, sign up for awalking tour or visit the Tourist Information Office located atTown Hall Square in the city centre.

City and campus maps are available online –www.le.ac.uk/maps

Walking Tours: Leicester Civic Society will running interestingwalking tours, throughout the week, showing you some ofLeicester’s best known and interesting historical sights. Placesare limited to 30 per tour so please make sure you book at theInformation Desk. The themes of each walk are listed in thedaily schedules and you should take note of the time allowedfor each walk.

Please note that you can only book for one walking tourduring the ISWP.

Treasure hunt: This will be an ongoing challenge throughout theISWP! Come and sign up at The Point (Students’ Union Percy GeeBuilding) at either 12:00 or 13:00 each day. Here you will receivea list of clues and challenges to complete, to help you get yourbearings and meet important people around campus. There willbe prizes for the winning team! These include gig tickets, 50%off your bill at 1923 Restaurant, and merchandise vouchers forWillingales and the Union shop. Make sure you hand in yourcompleted forms to ‘The Point’ by 4pm each day.

RELIGIOUS PROVISION

Can I attend a worship service during the ISWP?

The Chaplaincy will be open daily from 10am - 4pm, for tea,coffee, and the chance to meet the University’s Chaplains andhave a chat. There will be two mass services for Catholic studentsat 12:30pm on Wednesday 29th September and Friday 1stOctober. Also on Thursday 30th September there will be aWelcome Communion Service at 1pm.

For more information about practising your faith in Leicester forall religions, please visit the Services Fair on Wednesday whererepresentatives from Leicester Council of Faiths will be present.

IMMIGRATION

My visa sticker says that I need to register withthe Police – what do I do?

The University have organised police registration on campus forthose who need to do this for the first time. You will need to signup at the ISWP Information Desk where you will be given a timeand place to attend – you must be punctual. You can find outmore about police registration and the documents you will needat the Student’s Guide to Immigration session on Wednesday.

Use this table as a helpful memory aide of your choice of workshops and tours you would like to attend.

Title of Workshops/Tours Date and Time Comments To Do


Programme

Arrive at your accommodation and collect your room keys

Register for the ISWP in Queen’s Hall in the Students’ Union Building, collect the ISWP schedule and aWelcome Pack.

Time

10.00 onwards

Tuesday 28th September

Walking Tour: Ancient Leicester Part 1 (see page 4)

Survivals from Leicester’s distant past. Bow Bridge to Castle Gardens & St. Mary de Castro. Limited to 30 per tour. Booking is essential – sign up at the ISWP Information Desk.

‘Relax and Pamper Yourself’ Session

Venue: Chaplaincy, University Road

We have organised this session specifically forwomen attending the ISWP. Take a moment outfrom the hectic schedule to relax, be pamperedand make friends in this welcoming environment.

‘Games Room’ Session

Venue: Chaplaincy Patio Room

One for the boys – join us in the games room toplay darts, cards and dominoes and make newfriends.

Meet a Student Assistant at the ISWP Information Desk to guide you to the start of the walking tour. 13.30

Cycle Tours

Venue: Meet your guide at The Square, Students’ Union

Try cycling in Leicester – Cyclemagic will take you on a guided ride with routes around the centre and tostudent accommodation. Limited to 12 per tour. Repeated during the week. Booking is essential – sign upat the ISWP Information Desk.

Tours leave at 14:00 and 15:00

Shopping Trip to a Supermarket – Morrisons (near main campus – ten minute walk)

Venue: Meet at the Students’ Union Building entrance

Would you like to know where to buy food and other essentials? Student Assistants will accompany youto Morrisons, a local supermarket, assisting you with your first food shopping trip. Morrisons is locatednear Nixon Court and Freemen’s Common.

14.00 - 15.30

15.00 - 17.00

14.00 - 16.15

Welcome Event for Erasmus Students

Venue: The Scholar (Bar), Students’ Union Building

This is an introductory session to meet and make friends with other Erasmus students who are at theUniversity of Leicester. Refreshments will be available. You can also meet the University’s ErasmusCoordinator and the Erasmus Team.

14.00

Tours leave everyhour from 13.00,14.00 and 15.00

Tours leaveevery hourfrom 14.00,15.00 and16.00

Discover Leicester Tour

Venue: Meet at University Bus Stop (side of Charles Wilson Building). You will need your ticketto get on the bus. Repeated on Friday

Take a tour of Leicester on a red open-topped bus. A guide onboard the bus will tell you about the city’shistory and places of interest, such as the Golden Mile, National Space Centre and Abbey Park. There areonly 70 places per tour so please ensure that you board the correct bus at the time stated on your ticket.Tickets are available at the ISWP Information Desk in the Queen’s Hall Building Entrance Hall.

Campus Tours Repeated on Wednesday

Venue: Meet at the Students’ Union Building Entrance

Where are the important buildings on campus? Student Assistants will lead the campus tours to familiariseyou with the important services and facilities on campus like the Library, support services, food outlets andacademic departments.


15.00

16.00

Venue: O2 Academy 1, Students’ Union Building Venue: Stamford Bar Junior Common Room

Have lots of fun while you meet new people and make new friends at this enjoyable icebreaker session.Join in the pub quiz with your team – you may win a prize! The event takes place on two sites – maincampus and Oadby Student Village.

Enjoy live music at the Open Mic sessions hosted by the Band and Gig Society between quiz rounds inthe O2 Academy 1 venue. You are also welcome to bring your own instruments to the O2.

For students in City Living and PrivateAccommodation (including Mary Gee):

Evening Meal

Venue: O2 Academy 1, Students’ Union Building(main campus)

A free meal is provided at this event and a bar will beopen selling a selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholicdrinks.

Shopping Trip to a Chinese Supermarket (located on Melton Street – 20 minute walk from maincampus)

Venue: Meet at the Students’ Union Building Entrance

Would you like to know where the Chinese supermarket is in Leicester? A Student Assistant willaccompany you there.

Shopping Trip to Supermarket – Asda (near Oadby Student Village – ten minute walk)

Venue: Meet at Gilbert Murray Stamford Reception

Would you like to know where to buy food and other essentials in Oadby Student Village? A StudentAssistant will accompany you to Asda, a local supermarket, assisting you with your first food shopping trip.

Welcome to your Accommodation Talk

Venue: O2 Academy 1, Students’ Union Building

Senior Sub-Wardens give an introduction for studentsliving in self-catered and private accommodation andhow to solve or avoid potential issues. The CommunityWarden will also talk about what to look for in privateaccommodation.

Presenters: Rebecca Roberts and Edmund Hockley(Senior Sub-Warden/Community Warden)

Welcome to your Accommodation Talk

Venue: Stamford Bar Junior Common Room

Following dinner, Richard Mobbs gives anintroduction for students living at Oadby StudentVillage to living in University Accommodation andhow to solve or avoid potential issues.

Presenter: Dr. Richard Mobbs (Warden)

Tuesday 28th September (continued)

Welcome to Leicester: An Evening of Fun and Games19.30 - 22.00

18.30

For students at Oadby Student Village:

Evening Meal

Venue: Beaumont Hall Dining Hall (Oadby)

Free Ausden Clark bus service for students in Mary Gee Houses to Accommodation Event

Venue: Mary Gee bus stop

17.15

17.30

Free Ausden Clark bus service for students needing to return to Mary Gee Houses

Venue: Bus leaves from the campus bus stop (side of the Charles Wilson Building)

22.15


10.00

10.30

11.00

Postgraduate Students

(Students on full timecourses)

Venue: David WilsonLibrary LectureTheatre

Erasmus Students

(European students on ashort course of up toone year)

Venue: Rattray LectureTheatre

StudyAbroad/ExchangeStudents

(One semester or oneyear only students)

Venue: RattrayLecture Theatre

UndergraduateStudents

(Students on full timecourses)

Venue: Ken EdwardsLecture Theatre 1

Stay Safe

Advice from the CampusPolice Officers on safetywhilst studying inLeicester.

Presenters: PC HarveyWatson and PCSO AmarjitSingh Sanghera

Voted Best Session in2009

Banking in the UK

Find out how to opena bank account in theUK, what documentsyou need and how toobtain them.

Presenter: KatrinaAbatis (InternationalStudent Adviser)

Vice-Chancellor’sWelcome

Professor Sir RobertBurgess, our Vice-Chancellor personallywelcomes you to theUniversity.

Stay Safe

Advice from the CampusPolice Officers on how tokeep safe whilst studyingin Leicester.

Presenters: PC HarveyWatson and PCSOAmarjit Singh Sanghera

Voted best session in2009

Student’s Guide toImmigration (notrelevant if you arefrom the EU)

An important sessionfor anyone on a studentvisa. Includes adviceover workingregulations, visas andpolice registration.

Presenter: Julia Coats(International StudentAdviser)





Stay Safe



Voted best session in2009

BREAK

09.45

Wednesday 29th September

ARRIVAL AND INTRODUCTION

Banking in the UK

Find out how to open abank account in theUK, what documentsyou need and how toobtain them.




Banking in the UK

Find out how to open abank account in theUK, what documentsyou need and how toobtain them.



11.30

Tours leave at13.00, 14.00,15.00 and 16.00

12.00 - 16.30

12.00 - 14.30 LUNCH will be available in all University catering outlets.

Campus Tours

Venue: Meet at the Students’Union Building Entrance

Where are the important buildingson campus? Student Assistants willlead the campus tours tofamiliarise you with the importantservices and facilities on campuslike the Library, support services,food outlets and academicdepartments.

Student’s Guide toImmigration (notrelevant if you arefrom the EU)

An important sessionfor anyone on a studentvisa. Includes adviceover workingregulations, visas andpolice registration.

Presenter: Julia Coats(International StudentAdviser)

Stay Safe



Voted Best Session in2009

Face to Face Registration for fee-paying International Students only (Wednesday – Friday)

Venue: Sports Hall, ground floor of the Charles Wilson Building

Fee-paying International students must complete their registration at the University. You will have received anappointment time when you registered for the ISWP at the ISWP Information Desk. You must already havesuccessfully completed online registration. You must attend your appointment – it is compulsory. If youare unable to attend, you must attend Monday to Wednesday of the first week of term.

Please bring your passport, photocopies of your passport (visa and photo page) and biometric card with acopy (if applicable). Study Abroad/Exchange and Erasmus students have their own arrangements to completetheir student registration. This information will have been given to you at the Wednesday morning session onRegistration Procedures.

Erasmus RegistrationProcedures


All the informationrequired to enable youto register as an Erasmusstudent in Leicester.

Presenter: Cleo Bowen(Erasmus ProgrammeManager)

Study AbroadInformation Sessionand RegistrationProcedures

Venue: BennettLecture Theatre 2

Find out more aboutthe programme andregistration procedures

Presenter: Paul Beavitt(Study Abroad Co-ordinator)

Wednesday 29th September (continued)

Postgraduate Students

Venue: David WilsonLibrary LectureTheatre

Erasmus Students


Study Abroad /Exchange Students

Venue: BennettLecture Theatre 2

UndergraduateStudents

Venue: Ken EdwardsLecture Theatre 1


13.00 - 16.00

13.00 - 16.30

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES FAIR

Venue: The Square, Students’ Union

This is a chance to find out more about the range of student support servicesavailable at the University and in the city of Leicester.

• Discover where places of worship are located

• Take the opportunity to talk to local organisations and banks

• Find out more about University and Students’ Union services

Workshop Programme

Each session is at 13.00 then repeated at 15.00

Find out more aboutLeicestershire

Venue: Bennett LectureTheatre 2

Would you like to know aboutthe city and the surroundingarea of Leicester? Aprofessional guide will tell youmore.

Presenter: Alan Joyce(Professional Guide)

English Language Support


A member of staff from theEnglish Language Teaching Unitwill explain the English languagesupport available during yourcourse, how to enrol and somepractical tips on how to improveyour English whilst you are here.

Presenter: Stella Smyth (Study Skills Director)

Living on a Budget

Venue: David Wilson LibraryLecture Theatre

Find out how you can maximiseyour income, minimise your livingexpenses and get the most out of alimited budget, without feeling thatyou’re missing out. Includes adviceabout cheaper things to do and buyin Leicester and how to budget.

Presenter: Katrina Abatis(International Student Adviser)

13.00 and 15.00

19.30 - 22.30

Bus departs22.30 and 23.00

Social Event: Ceilidh (pronounced Kay-li)


A Ceilidh is traditional Irish and Scottish dancing and music. There is dancing, laughter and an opportunityto make more friends. It is great fun and international students always enjoy the evening. Don’t worry thatyou don’t know the steps because the ‘caller’ will tell you what to do, just join in and have fun.

Voted most popular social event in 2009

Wednesday 29th September (continued)

Tours leave at14:00, 15:00 and16:00

Cycle Tours


Try cycling in Leicester – Cyclemagic will take you on a guided ride with routes around the centre and tostudent accommodation. Limited to 12 per tour. Repeated during the week. Booking is essential – signup at the ISWP Information Desk.

14.00 - 16.00 Walking Tour: Ancient Leicester Part 2 (see page 4)

Survivals from Leicester’s distant past. Jewry Wall Roman Baths & Saxon Church of St Nicholas to the Guildhall.Limited to 30 per tour. Booking is essential – sign up at the ISWP Information Desk.


Free Ausden Clark bus service for students needing to return to Oadby Student Village andMary Gee Houses.

Venue: Buses leave from the campus bus stop (side of the Charles Wilson Building)

Free Ausden Clark bus service for students in Oadby and Mary Gee to main campus

Venue: Manor Road (outside Gilbert Murray Hall).

19.00


10.30 - 11.30

11.00 - 16.30

9.15 - 10.15

Thursday 30th September

Undergraduate/Postgraduate Students

Venue: David Wilson Library Lecture Theatre

09.00

10.15

12.00 - 14.30

Studying Successfully at a British University


We want you to succeed in your studies whileyou are at the University of Leicester. This sessionis an introduction to the British style of learningand teaching. It designed so that you can find outhow you can enhance and improve your learningat the University, access support to improve yourstudying techniques and explains the range ofservices on offer from the Student Development.

Presenter: Marta Ulanicka (Learning DevelopmentAdviser)

Your Students’ Union

An introduction to the University of Leicester’sStudents’ Union, clubs, societies, sports, politics,entertainment, student support – and how youcan get involved.

Presenter: Kate Newton (SU Welfare andInternational Officer)

13.00 - 16.00 Sports Activities

Venue: Victoria Park

Playing sports together is always a good way tomake friends. We have organised an afternoonof different sports for you to try.


Erasmus/Study Abroad Students

Venue: Rattray Theatre

Studying Successfully at a British University


We want you to succeed in your studies while youare at the University of Leicester. This session is anintroduction to the British style of learning andteaching. It designed so that you can find out howyou can enhance and improve your learning at theUniversity, access support to improve your studyingtechniques and explains the range of services onoffer from the Student Development.

Presenter: Marta Ulanicka (Learning DevelopmentAdviser)

Face to Face Registration for fee-paying International Students only (Wednesday – Friday)(See page 10 for details)


LUNCH will be available in all University catering outlets.

BREAK

Your Students’ Union

An introduction to the University of Leicester’sStudents’ Union, clubs, societies, sports, politics,entertainment, student support – and how youcan get involved.

Presenter: Kate Newton (SU Welfare andInternational Officer)


13.00 and 15.00 Introduction to British Culture

Venue: Library SeminarRooms 1,2,3, Basement of theDavid Wilson Library

What is British culture? Explorethese questions (and a few ideas!)with an International StudentAdviser.

Presenter: Katrina Abatis(International Student Adviser)

UK Higher Education Experience

Venue: David Wilson LibraryLecture Theatre

An academic member of staff givesan overview about the UK academicsystem at Leicester and how it maybe different from your homecountry.

Presenter: Dr Nick Ellis (ProgrammeLeader: MSc Marketing)

Looking for Work


How can I increase my chancesof getting a job? Can I get helpon writing my CV? Find outhow the University can help youget a job and a career.

Presenter: Valerie Matthews-Lane (Careers Adviser)

Thursday 30th September (continued)

Tours leave at14:00, 15:00,16:00

Cycle Tours



17:30 - 18:30

‘Welcome to Leicester City’ – by the Lord Mayor of Leicester

Venue: New Walk Museum

For this special evening, we invite you to dress in your national costume and attend a reception hostedby the Lord Mayor of Leicester.

Meet Student Assistants to guide you to the Museum for the ‘Welcome to Leicester City’ event

Venue: Outside Students’ Union Building

18.00 - 20.00

Cultural Night


A highlight of the ISWP week, we invite you to join new friends for an evening of entertainment. Therewill be musical and dramatic performances by fellow students. You are welcome to show off yourcountry and your culture with a dance, a poetry reading, a song or a dramatic performance if you wish.

Tour of the Curve Theatre and Phoenix Square

We have arranged a tour of Leicester's state of the art Curve Theatre, located in Leicester's Cultural Quarter.Places are strictly limited to 30 people so make sure you sign up at the Information Desk in advance.

14.00

14.00 - 16.15


Walking Tour: Victorian Leicester (see page 4)

The Architect, the Inventor and the Travel Agent. The Guildhall Cells to Welford Place.Limited to 30 per tour. Booking is essential – sign up at the ISWP Information Desk.

20.00 - 00.00

Bus to OadbyStudent Villagedeparts 23.30 and00.00



Meet Student Assistants at the ISWP Information Desk to guide you to the Curve Theatre and Phoenix Square13.30

Free Ausden Clark bus service for students in Oadby and Mary Gee to event


18:30

13.00 - 16.30 Workshop Programme

Each session is at 13.00 then repeated at 15.00


09.40

10.00

10.20

Undergraduate/Postgraduate Students Erasmus/Study Abroad Students

Venue: David Wilson Library Lecture Theatre Venue: Rattray Lecture Theatre


HOST and FOSSIL

Would you like to meet a British family duringyour stay in the UK? HOST UK works withinternational students to give them a day or aweekend visit anywhere in the UK. FOSSIL is aLeicester based organisation that arranges visits so you get the chance to meet local families.

Presenters: Dr Chris Willmott (FOSSIL Organiser)and HOST UK Representative

HOST and FOSSIL

Presenters: Dr Chris Willmott (FOSSIL Co-ordinator)and HOST UK Representative

Health Issues

An important presentation providing informationabout the National Health Service, how toregister with the doctor and what to do if youbecome ill.

Presenter: Gill Miles (Student Healthy LivingManager)

Student Support and Development Service

The University provides a fully integrateddevelopment and support service for students.Find out more about the wide range of centralsupport services and how to access them.

Presenter: Clare Taylor (Head of Student Welfare)

Health Issues

Presenter: Gill Miles (Student Healthy LivingManager)

Student Support and Development Service

Presenter: Clare Taylor (Head of StudentWelfare)

09.30

11.00 and 15.00

11.00 - 16.30

10.40 BREAK

“Living in Leicester – what is it really like?”


Discussion Groups with current students and Student Assistants who can probably give you all theunofficial information you need! Questions from the ‘Living in Leicester’ Question Box on the ISWPInformation Desk will be drawn and answered during this workshop.

Presenter: Kate Newton (SU Welfare and International Officer)

Registration for fee-paying International Students only (on Wednesday – Friday) (See page 10 for details)


Friday 1st October

SOCIETIES FAIR


This is a chance to join student societies andassociations, which is a great way of meetinglike-minded people at University. Nationalsocieties, creative societies and religioussocieties – the Fair will have it all so come tosign up!

13.00 - 16.00


Tours leave everyhour from 13.00,14.00, 15.00 and16.00

19:30

19:30 - 00.00

14.00 - 16.00

Discover Leicester Tour

Venue: Meet at University Bus Stop (side of Charles Wilson Building)

You will need your ticket to get on the bus

Take a tour of Leicester on a red open-topped bus. A guide onboard the bus will tell you about the city’shistory and places of interest, such as the Golden Mile, National Space Centre and Abbey Park. There areonly 70 places per tour so please ensure that you board the correct bus at the time stated on your ticket.Tickets are available at the ISWP Information Point in the Queen’s Hall Building Entrance Hall.

English Tea Party

Venue: Chaplaincy, University Road

Drop into the Chaplaincy for an English style tea.Find out what a cream tea is, have an informal chatto University staff and make friends. If you havebrought your family to Leicester, why not you bringthem along with you.

Friday 1st October (continued)

Cycle Tours



Postgraduate Cheese, Wine & Soft Drinks Night

Venue: Senior Common Room, 5th Floor, Charles Wilson Building

This event is designed exclusively for postgraduate students, especially mature students. Relax and chat toother postgraduate students over a selection of wines, cheeses and soft drinks (event closes at 22:00).

Walking Tour: New Walk & The Georgian New Town (see page 4)

Elegance, deference and service. Welford Place to Victoria Park Gates. Limited to 30 per tour. Booking isessential – sign up at the ISWP Information Desk.

Tours leave at14:00 and 15:00

Karaoke Night

Venue: Students’ Union Building: The Scholar(karaoke)

How is karaoke different in England from Asia, Europe orAmerica? Find out as you show your new friends yoursinging skills.

The Students’ Union will be open afterwards for ‘The BigShabang’ club night from midnight until late.

14.00-16.00


Bus to OadbyStudent Villagedeparts 23.30 and00.00



Free Ausden Clark bus service for students in Oadby and Mary Gee to main campus


19.00


Sunday 3rd October 2010

Trip to Warwick Castle

Tickets will be sold from Wednesday – Friday, 9am - 4pm at The Point (Students’Union box office). Numbers are limited to 300 places. www.warwick-castle.co.uk

Cost £20 per person

Transport and Castle Admission included in cost – there are places to eat at the Castle, oryou could take a picnic lunch.

Warwick Castle is less than a one hour drive from the University. Built by William theConqueror in 1068, the castle sits on a cliff overlooking the River Avon. The castle wasused as a fortification until the early 17th century when it was converted into a countryhouse. It is now owned by the Tussard’s waxworks group who have introduced excellentinteractive exhibitions including Kingmaker, Royal Weekend Party, Haunted Towers,Dungeons, Maiden’s Tower and many other attractions. The grounds are extensive andthere is lots to see and do.

Coaches will leave:

Beaumont Hall at 09:45 (for students staying at Oadby Student Village)

Mayor’s Walk, Main Campus at 10:00 (for students staying at City Living sites)

We will leave Warwick Castle at 16:00, arriving back at approximately 17:00.

Saturday 2nd October 2010

You will need to vacate your room by 10am at the latest.

Trip to Nottingham Castle

The International Students’ Association have arranged an afternoontrip to Nottingham Castle.

For more information and to buy tickets please visit ‘The Point’(Students’ Union box office).


Tell your family you have arrived

Arrange payment of tuition fees

Complete online registration with the University

Complete face to face registration

Open a bank account

Arrange payment of accommodation fees

Arrange payment of accommodation fees

Register with the Freeman’s Common Health Centre

Insure your belongings

Buy a Television Licence (if you buy a TV in your room)

Register with the Police (if applicable)

Checklist – when you arrive in Leicester

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Further advice and information:

The Student Welfare Service is based in the Students’ Union Building (firstfloor). The International Student Advisers are available from Monday –Friday between 10.00-16.00 but you may need to book an appointment.

Student Welfare Service

Percy Gee Building

University of Leicester

Leicester

LE1 7RH

Tel: +44 (0) 116 223 1185

Fax: +44 (0) 116 223 1196

Email: [email protected]

www.le.ac.uk/welfare

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