Welcome Week - Science & Engineering Foundation 2023/24
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Welcome Foundation Students!
On behalf of all the professional and academic staff, we are delighted to welcome you to the Science and Engineering Foundation Year.
The Foundation team will be on hand to support you during your time at Queen Mary. We will be the main point of contact during welcome week. Please email us at fedu@qmul.ac.uk with any queries or concerns you have.
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Campus Tours will take place every hour (10am start – last tour leaving at 3pm), leaving from the welcome desk in library square. Students do not need to book, multiple tours will be leaving at the same time.
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WELCOME TO THE PHYSICS WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your physics with foundation course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need further support or guidance at any point, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.uk.Timetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September:
Monday
10:00 - 10:30 Consent Matters Module - Complete in your own time via QMplus
https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=1357211:00 - 11:45 SPCS ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building - Check your email for your allocated time slot
12:00 - 13:00 Physics and Chemical Sciences Foundation Programme Talk - GO Jones Lecture Theatre
An overview of the Programme structure presented by the SPCS Foundation Co-ordinator Dr Theo Kreouzis.14:00 - 15:00 Meet your advisor - Advisor Offices (check emails for further details)
An opportunity to meet with your Advisor who will be able to assist you throughout your time studying at QMUL15:00 - 16:00 Orientation competition - Around campus (further details to be provided during Advisor session)
Embark on a hunt around campus, combined with a group challenge.Tuesday
10:00 - 11:00 Technology Enhanced Learning Induction - Bancroft Building 1.15a (first floor)An engaging and informative induction session designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to enhance your learning. Click below to reserve your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/696234675657?aff=oddtdtcreator
11:00 - 13:00 International Students Information Session - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important information for International studentsWednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Students Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
A chance to meet other International students
12:30 - 14:00 SPCS Welcome Lunch - Godward Square, Drapers
A great opportunity to have a bite to eat and mingle with your peers and in a social setting14:00 - 15:30 Games in the Park
More information to be given at the Welcome lunch.Thursday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 18:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
14:00 - 16:00 - PsiStar Welcome Event - 1.15, Bancroft Building
An optional social activity offering you the chance to meet the Physics SocietyFriday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 16:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
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WELCOME TO THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your biological sciences with foundation course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need support or guidance at any point please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.ukTimetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September
Monday
11:00 - 11:30 Complete the Consent Matters Module via QMplus
https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=13572
12:00 - 13:00 School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences Welcome Talk - Mason Lecture Theatre (Geography Building)
A School welcome talk with Foundation and First year students lead by the SBBS Director of Education Dr Stephen Buckingham.
13:00 - 13:50 Technology Enhanced Learning Induction / Bancroft Building 1.15a
An Introduction to QMplus and the learning technologies you will use at QMUL.
To prevent over-crowding in this session, please let us know you are coming by booking a free 'ticket' here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/696209500357?aff=oddtdtcreator
14:00 - 15:30 School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences Social / Drapers Godward Square
A great opportunity to meet other students and staff from your school.
15:30 - 16:45 SBBS ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building
Please check your emails if you have received an individual time slot to collect your ID card.
Tuesday11:00 - 13:00 International Students Information Sessions - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important Information for International students.
13:00 - 14:00 Transition to University - Great Hall, People's Palace
Advice on transitioning to University lead by Dr Stephen Buckingham.
14:00 - 15:00 Foundation Welcome Talk - Bancroft Building, David Sizer Lecture Theatre
Foundation Welcome Talk by Director of Foundation Dr Giorgio Chianello15:00 - 16:00 - SBBS Foundation Programme Talk - Fogg Lecture Theatre, Fogg Building Provides an overview of the programme structure & teaching. Presented by the SBBS Foundation Co-ordinator Dr Chris Faulkes
Wednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Students Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
A chance to meet other International students.
11:00 - 12:00 Lab Induction / Fogg Building, Lab 1.01 (first floor lab)
An introduction to Lab practices. Please ensure you complete the Lab quiz on the Welcome QMplus page before attending.Thursday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 18:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
Friday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 16:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
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WELCOME TO THE ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your electronic engineering with foundation year course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need support or guidance at any point please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.uk.Timetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September
Monday
13:00 - 13:50 Technology Enhanced Learning Induction / Bancroft Building 1.15a
An Introduction to QMplus and the learning technologies you will use at QMUL.
To prevent over-crowding in this session, please let us know you are coming by booking a free 'ticket' here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/696209500357?aff=oddtdtcreatorTuesday
11:00 - 13:00 International Students Information Session - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important information for International students
14:00 - 15:00 Foundation Welcome Talk - Bancroft Building, David Sizer Lecture Theatre
A welcome talk by the Director of Foundation, Dr Giorgio Chianello.
15:30 - 16:45 EECS ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building
Check your emails to see if you have a pre-booked time slotWednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
A chance to meet other International studentsThursday
QMSU Freshers Fair Great Hall, Queens Building 10:00 - 18:0012:30 - 13:30 EECS Foundation Programme Talk & Meet your Advisor - Peter Landin Building room 3.01, (entrance on Bancroft Road)
15:00 - 16:00 Head of School Talk and Mingle - Drapers Godward Square
Provides an overview of the programme structure & teaching. Presented by the EECS Foundation Coordinator & Advisor Dr William Marsh. Director of Wellbeing, Dr Mahesha Samaratunga will also be here to meet you.
An opportunity to meet other students and staff. Food and soft drinks provided.
15:30 - 19:00 School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science Social Event - Drapers Godward Square
Friday
QMSU Freshers Fair Great Hall, Queens Building 10:00 - 16:00
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WELCOME TO THE ENGINEERING/MATERIALS SCIENCE WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your engineering/materials science with foundation course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need support or guidance at any point please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.uk.Timetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September :
Monday
10:00 - 10:30 Consent Matters Module - Complete in your own time via QMplus
https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=13572
12:15 - 13:15 SEMS ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building
Check your Email for your allocated time slotTuesday
11:00 - 13:00 International Students Information Session - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important information for International students.14:00 - 15:00 Treasure Hunt - Mason Lecture Theatre, Bancroft Building
A fun optional activity allowing you to engage with other new SEMS students .
15:00 - 16:00 Foundation Welcome Talk - Bancroft Building David Sizer Lecture Theatre
Foundation Welcome Talk by the Director of Foundation Dr Giorgio ChianelloWednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Students Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
A chance to meet other International students.
12:00 - 13:00 Technology Enhanced Learning Induction (QMplus) - Queens Building 2.02, 2nd floor
A guide on how to use QMplus by Learning Technologist Jade Mills
13:00 - 14:00 SEMS Foundation Programme Talk - Fogg Building, Fogg Lecture Theatre
Provides an overview of the programme structure including progression. Presented by the Foundation Coordinator, Dr Raza Shah.
14:00 - 15:00 Meet your Advisor - You will be emailed to inform you about your Advisor
An opportunity to meet with your Advisor who will be able to assist you throughout your time studying at QMUL15:00 - 16:00 - Opportunities Fair - Meet in Engineering Foyer (Ground Floor), Engineering Building A chance to meet with reps of societies linked to the school, course reps, staff & students who have completed a year in industry
Thursday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 18:00 / Great Hall, People's PalaceFriday
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WELCOME TO THE MATHEMATICS WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your mathematics with foundation course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need support or guidance at any point please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.uk.Timetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September
Monday
10:00 - 10:30 Consent Matters Module - Complete in your own time via QMplus
https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=13572
11:30 - 12:30 Maths Foundation Programme Welcome Talk - Engineering Building room 2.09
Provides an overview of the programme structure. Presented by the Foundation Coordinator, Dr Lubna Shaheen.
12:30 - 13:30 Lunch - Drapers Godward Square
13:30 - 14:00 Maths Building Tour - Meet in the Maths Building foyer
A tour of the home of the School of Mathematical Sciences.
14:30 - 15:00 Navigating QMplus Queens Building LG5 (Lower Ground)
QMplus session lead by the School of Mathematics Learning Technologist, Jade Mills.
15:00 - 15:30 Human Bingo - Maths Building room 203/204
A quick game to help you get to know more about your peersTuesday
11:00 - 13:00 International Students Information Session - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important information for International students.
15:00 - 16:00 Foundation Welcome Talk - Bancroft Building David Sizer Lecture Theatre
Foundation Welcome Talk by Director of Foundation Dr Giorgio ChianelloWednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Students Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
An opportunity to meet other international students.11:45 - 12:45 Maths ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building
Check your emails to see if you have a pre-booked timeslot.Thursday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 18:00 - Great Hall, People's Palace.Friday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 16:00 - Great Hall, People's Palace. -
MS Teams provides a flexible environment where video conferencing, chat, file sharing, and many other features will enable you to collaborate and learn. Many of the online events, which are being arranged during welcome week, and future online will be held via MS Teams. This will give you an opportunity to experience this online communication platform for yourself.
It is also important to familiarise yourself with this online platform as some of your sessions may be held via MS Teams.
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Before you can get started you will need to ensure that you have completed the following tasks in order to access all the necessary information.
1. Ensure that you have pre-enrolled. Further details about enrolment can be found here.
2. Ensure that you can access your Queen Mary login credentials and have access to your email inbox and QMplus. If you have not received your login information, please contact IT services at: servicedesk@qmul.ac.uk or give them a call on: 020 7882 8888.
3. Download and install Microsoft Teams onto your device or access MS teams through the web application. If you’ve not used MS Teams before, please follow the link to download teams MS Teams, you can also find a helpful guide at MS Teams Guide
Struggling with IT issues? Please visit here- IT will have a help desk in Library square from 10-4pm Friday 15th September- Friday 22nd September
- IT will then have a help desk inside the library for w/c 25th September
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FOUNDATION WELCOME WEEK CHECKLIST TO COMPLETE
To ensure a smooth transition onto your course, please ensure you have completed the following tasks by the end of Welcome Week:
- Complete your online enrolment - (Link to QMUL enrolment page)
- Collect Student I.D at scheduled time - Please refer to your invitation email for your 5 minute slot to collect your card. After 28th September, ID collection will be from the Student Enquiry Centre in Scape Building.
- Log into QMUL emails - (IT services)
- Watch the QMplus instruction video here and attend the Technology Enhanced Learning Induction.
- Meet with your Advisor - (refer to your specific course Welcome week tab for time and location)
- Know where to view your timetable - (Timetable)
- Complete your online enrolment - (Link to QMUL enrolment page)
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Introduction to QMPlus
QMplus is our Virtual Learning Environment, which we use for almost everything; therefore, it is important that you learn how to use it efficiently. It is the online system that Queen Mary uses to display all learning materials, lecture notes, reading lists, coursework submissions, and more.
To help you utilise QMplus while you are at Queen Mary, please watch the QMPlus video guide TELT QMplus Induction for students.Please sign up to one of the Technology Enhanced Learning Inductions sessions by clicking the link below:Tuesday 19th September 10:00 - 10:50, Bancroft 1.15a-
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You will be able to learn the basics of how to use QMplus as a student here.
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Consent Matters
Talking about sex and consent doesn’t have to be difficult. All students are expected to complete our online module, Consent Matters, to learn how to recognise and ask for sexual consent, look out for others on campus, and where to find support if you need it.
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WELCOME TO QUEEN MARY UNIVERSITY OF LONDON FROM LIBRARY SERVICES!
During Welcome and Induction, you’ll find details on how to get started using Library Services, their range of resources and how to access them, on-campus study spaces, as well as who and how to get help.
All information about the Library can be found here.
In addition please find a video below outlining the key things to know when using Library Services.
KEY THINGS TO KNOW:
If the video below is not working, please click here.
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ADVICE AND COUNSELLING SERVICE
The Advice and Counselling Service provides a range of specialist, professional and confidential services to support students and applicants. It offers different types of support.
Group and Individual Counselling to help with issues such as: Depression, anxiety, homesickness, bereavement, identity and sexuality, relationship issuesTrained Wellbeing Advisors who can support students with: managing everyday difficulties that may be impacting on their overall wellbeing and mental health.Trained Mental Health Advisors who can provide: practical support and interventions to help a student manage their diagnosed mental health condition. They can also advise students with no existing diagnosis of mental health condition but are experiencing mental health difficulties.Trained Welfare Advisors who can assist with: Student Finance, immigration law and Visa guidance, managing your money, applying for hardship funds, funding your studiesThe Advice and Counselling Service is on the ground floor of the Geography Building, on the Mile End Campus. Their entrance is located on the west side of the Geography building. You can contact them by completing their webform and they will respond to you as soon as they can by email or by offering an appointment.
Further information information about their services can be found here.
DISABILITY AND DYSLEXIA SERVICE
The highly experienced team of DDS staff offer advice, guidance, and support in the following areas:
- Finding out if you have a specific learning difference like dyslexia
- Applying for funding through the Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)
- Arranging DSA assessments of need
- Examination Access Arrangements (e.g. additional time)
- Accessing loaned equipment (e.g. digital recorders)
- Specialist one-to-one "study skills" tuition
- Ensuring access to course materials in alternative formats (e.g. Braille)
- Providing non-specialist support workers (e.g. note-takers, readers, library assistants)
- Mentoring support for students with mental health difficulties and conditions on the autistic spectrum.
They support all QMUL students: full-time, part-time, undergraduate, postgraduate, UK and international at all campuses and all sites.
Further information about their services can be found here.
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICE
The Student Health Service is available on campus (located in the Geography Building at Mile End Campus). They are a free service and they provide a complete range of medical services including immunizations, sexual health advice and psychological counselling.
Further information about their services can be found here.
The video below provides further information about the various services provided by QMUL, to help support student wellbeing
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PASS (Peer Assisted Study Support) is a course-based mentoring scheme where foundation students & first-years are given the opportunity to discuss study-related problems with higher-year students (mentors) in a friendly, informal environment. Any foundation student is welcome at PASS. No one will think you are struggling, just because you come along – you may want to get ahead for the following year or just enjoy talking to other students in your subject.
You will be emailed further information about PASS sessions and when they will take place once the academic year has begun.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
The scheme offers a valuable and complementary addition to the wide range of more formal teaching and support offered to students at the University. Here are a few 2021/22 first-year students' perspectives on the benefits of attending PASS sessions:
- PASS is great for time management as it is like a focused study group session.
- PASS helps attendees better comprehend content and prepare for assessments.
- PASS helps you learn the academic culture of your school or programme. You might find out where the best study spots are too!
- Sessions numbers are capped at 20 people, so they are aimed to meet the needs of all attendees.
- Mentors are really friendly and have been in your shoes! They know what it is like to be a new student and can share their experiences with you.
- All questions are good questions in PASS – and maybe you will be able to help someone else learn too!
- If you attend, you could become a PASS Mentor in your second year.
Being part of the PASS programme will allow you to:
- gain academic advice and support
- meet other students from your school in your year and beyond
- learn about the academic culture within your school
- be part of an internationally renowned mentoring programme.
ANY OTHER QUESTIONS?
If you would like any further information, please click here or contact pass-scheme@qmul.ac.uk.
- PASS is great for time management as it is like a focused study group session.
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Do you want to be the Course Representative for your year group? Nominate yourself now!
If you are interested in representing the interests of students within your cohort, then this is the perfect role for you. Course Reps act as a liaison between staff and students. Course Reps collect feedback – formal and informal – from the students in their cohort, and the Reps feed this back to the relevant staff members
For further details about what Course Reps do and how to become one, click here.
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Students’ Union’s Welcome Fair event - Thursday 21st (10am-6pm) and Friday 22nd (10am-4pm).
The Welcome Fair, run by the Student Union, is one of the biggest events of the year and is your opportunity to find out more about all the activities, opportunities and services available to you at Queen Mary. You’ll also get the chance to learn about their Clubs and Societies to find out more about them and sign-up, grab freebies from some local and national organisations and enjoy performances and demonstrations in some of their outdoor campus spaces.
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For information about arriving in the UK, International societies and other relevant issues, please click here.
International students will also receive an email inviting them to the International Social event. Details are provided below and booking is not required.
International Social Event
Date & Time: Wednesday 20th September, 10.00 – 12:00
Location: Queens Lawn Tent
Includes: Coffee, pastries and postcards, London quiz, Advice and Counselling
Student Success ProgrammeAs an international student, you will have access to the International Student Success Programme which includes the following modules:
To take part in the programme, please visit: https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=19412Preparing for student life in the UK
Culture: Adapting and managing expectations
Effective Communication
Looking after yourself and finding support
International information sessions
International Students Working in the UK: Monday 18th September 2-3pm and Thursday 21st September 11-12pm, Peston LT, Graduate Center
International Student Essential Welcome Information: Tuesday 19th September 11-1pm, Peston LT, Graduate Center
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Mentimeter is a web-based audience response system/polling system, which may be utilised in some of the lectures and workshops you attend. Many academics are making use of Mentimeter in teaching and meetings no matter what platform they are using, Microsoft Teams or Zoom. We have provided a basic guide to Mentimeter, to give you a better understanding of this useful tool.
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Starting university is a big step on an even bigger journey, and Get Ahead is here to help you with this transition.
Get Ahead aims to support incoming students to prepare for university-level study at Queen Mary. It offers an opportunity for new students to learn more about studying at QMUL, and to make connections with current staff and students, helping to build a sense of belonging.
The Get Ahead workshops have been designed to help you develop key skills you’ll need to succeed at uni. They’ll also be an opportunity to meet other new students at QMUL.
The workshops running throughout semester A will include:
Getting started and getting organised
Understanding plagiarism and academic integrity
Studying at university
Developing your research and information skills for university
Understanding maths and statistics at university
Getting support with reading, writing and statistics
For more information, including dates/times and how to book, visit the Academic Skills webpages.
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WELCOME TO THE CHEMICAL SCIENCES WITH FOUNDATION YEAR
Welcome to Queen Mary University of London and the first year of your Chemical Sciences with foundation course. We are delighted that you have chosen to continue your education studies with Queen Mary. In order to help with your transition to university life and to ensure you have everything you need to excel on your programme of study, we have scheduled a series of informative activities throughout the week.
If you need further support or guidance at any point, please do not hesitate to contact us via email at fedu@qmul.ac.uk.Timetable - Week Commencing Monday 18th September:
Monday
10:00 - 10:30 Consent Matters Module - Complete in your own time via QMplus
https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/enrol/index.php?id=1357211:00 - 11:45 SPCS ID Card Collection - Octagon, Queen's Building
Check your email for your allocated time slot12:00 - 13:00 Physics and Chemical Sciences Foundation Programme Talk - GO Jones Lecture Theatre
An overview of the Programme structure presented by the SPCS Foundation Co-ordinator Dr Theo Kreouzis.14:00 - 15:00 Meet your advisor - Advisor Offices (check emails for further details)
An opportunity to meet with your Advisor who will be able to assist you throughout your time studying at QMUL.
15:00 - 16:00 Orientation competition - Around campus (further details to be provided during Advisor session)
Embark on a hunt around campus, combined with a group challenge.Tuesday
10:00 - 11:00 Technology Enhanced Learning Induction - Bancroft Building 1.15a (first floor)
An engaging and informative induction session designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to enhance your learning. Click below to reserve your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/696234675657?aff=oddtdtcreator
11:00 - 13:00 - International Students Information Session - Graduate Centre, Peston Lecture Theatre
Important Information for International Students.Wednesday
10:00 - 12:00 International Students Social Event - Queens Lawn Tent
A chance to meet other International students
12:30 - 14:00 SPCS Welcome Lunch - Godward Square, Drapers
A great opportunity to have a bite to eat and mingle with your peers and in a social setting14:00 - 15:30 Games in the Park
More information to be given at the Welcome lunch.Thursday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 18:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
Friday
QMSU Freshers Fair 10:00 - 16:00 / Great Hall, People's Palace
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Welcome to the QMUL Teaching Laboratories! Before you can do any practical work, you must complete the following tasks in this order. If you do not complete these before attending your first practical, you may not be able to take part.
- Attend the in person lab induction being held on Wednesday 20th September
- Complete the online safety quiz on QMplus and score at least 80%
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After your laboratory induction in Welcome Week and before you attend your first practical session you must pass this online safety quiz.
The pass mark for this quiz is 80% and you have a maximum of three attempts. Your highest grade will be recorded.
After three attempts you must contact the Teaching Lab Manager for further training (e.gammage@qmul.ac.uk)
