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THE SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE UNDERGRADUATE PAGE
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Term Dates 2023-24 Sem A Sem B Teaching begins:
25th September 2023
22nd January 2024
Classes begin:
2nd October 2023
29th January 2024
Reading week:
6th – 10th November 2023
4th – 8th March 2024
End of Term:
15th December 2023
12th April 2024
Bank holidays
25th and 26th Dec 2023, 1st Jan 2024
29th March, 1st April, 6th and 27th May 2024
Exam period for Semester A modules: 4th January to 19th January 2024
Exam period for Semester B modules: 2nd May to 31st May 2024
Late Summer examinations (resits): Examination period: 5 to 16 August 202
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The UG Info Zone contains a wealth of resources to support your learning experience. You will find information on:
- Past exam papers and module syllabi
- Timetable information
- Extenuating circumstances forms and guidance
- How to access The Economist, The Financial Times and Bloomberg
- Resources to study economics
- Study abroad opportunities
- Your course reps
- Past exam papers and module syllabi
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Nominations for Course Representatives are now open!
Log into the QMSU website and nominate yourself for the elections here.
Nominations will be closing on the 2nd October and voting will take place from the 3rd October – 5th October, with results being released on the 6th October.
Please contact su-coursereps@qmul.ac.uk throughout the nominations and voting period with any queries you may have.
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We are a team of 3rd year SEF students here to support you with any academic problems or general student life struggles!
We are here for you:
- A safe space to freely discuss any academic topics you are struggling with – we’re all in the same boat!
- A comfortable environment to make course friends and work collaboratively
- A friendly community genuinely here to give advice and guidance to help you make the most of uni.
Enrol on our QMPlus PASS Page:
PASS Sessions in SEF will be taking place on the following day and time every week from week 2 onwards in Semester B:
Thursday, 3pm – 4pm, Bancroft 1.01.2
Tuesday 3pm – 4pm, Bancroft 3.20
For further information, please contact Jelizavita Karandeja (Lisa) , the PASS Student Organiser for SEF via: j.karandeja@hss20.qmul.ac.uk
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Are you a 3rd Year Finance Undergraduate student eager to explore the cutting edge of finance, technology, and innovation?
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to attend Web Summit, one of the world's premier technology and innovation conferences, held in Lisbon, Portugal. This is your chance to immerse yourself in the heart of the tech and finance industry, connect with industry leaders, and gain valuable insights into the future of finance and technology.
How to Apply:
Your application should include:
- A resume highlighting your relevant coursework, skills, and extracurricular activities.
- A brief cover letter (max 300 words) explaining why you're interested in attending Web Summit and how this experience aligns with your academic and career goals.
Next Steps:
A committee of faculty and staff will review applications and get in touch with you to arrange an interview.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be part of the finance and technology revolution. Apply today for your chance to attend Web Summit and expand your horizons in the world of finance and innovation!
For inquiries and to submit your application, please contact Aminul at aminul.hoque@qmul.ac.uk or Laura from Colorintech at laura@colorintech.org.
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Elena, the Undergraduate Student Support Officer, for students in the School of Economics and Finance will hold Student Support Drop-In Sessions, every Tuesday & Thursday afternoon between 2pm - 3pm. These will be 15-minute bookable appointments via MS Teams.
To book in for a drop-in session, please email ugsefsupport@qmul.ac.uk.
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The School of Economics & Finance are offering funded College Language Scholarships to second and third year UG SEF students.
We are offering a total of 6 fully funded one-semester intensive programmes for students within our school.
The courses sit within the School of Languages, Linguistics and Film – SLLF – who offer a dynamic range of foreign languages for credit and no-credit bearing modules. For more information and for the language courses offered, please visit here.
If you would like to register your interest, please contact ugsefsupport@qmul.ac.uk for further instructions. Please note that the deadline to submit your scholarship application is Monday the 18th September at 12pm.
Please note that students who are awarded a language scholarship, must complete the entire course and provide a certificate of completion. If a student is unable to provide a certificate upon completion of the course, the language course fees will apply and the scholarship will be revoked.
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Our School Mental Health Drop-in Sessions are available for anyone who would like to have a confidential and informal conversation about any difficulties or concern. The sessions will take place on Thursdays 1pm - 2pm in Graduate Centre Room 315 or online via this link.
You can attend in person or online, no need to let us know first.
Just bear in mind that if the door is closed when you come to GC315 or if you find yourself in the waiting room when you join online, it means that we are already helping someone else. Please be patient and wait outside.
If the time runs out and we haven't managed to speak with you, please do email us and we can arrange to meet at a different time.
Contact: Elena Georgiou (e.georgiou@qmul.ac.uk) & Maha Anis (m.anis@qmul.ac.uk).
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What's in your suitcase? Skills for success at University
What skills should you be cultivating during your university journey? The Library Services posed this question to students and staff from various backgrounds and levels, seeking their valuable input. In response, we've curated a list of the five most frequently recommended skills. Alongside these essential skills, we've provided insights into the available support for all students. Explore how you can embark on a journey of skill development and fully immerse yourself in the QM student experience.
Take a deep dive into our new resource and find practical suggestions on services and sessions fostering the growth of these critical skills:
· Organisational skills and time management
· Reading and writing
· Search skills to support my course work
· Communication and networking skills
· Obtaining work experience & apprenticeships
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If you or someone else have experienced bullying and harassment, hate incidents or gender-based violence, we want to know about it. You can report anonymously.
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Listen here: https://anchor.fm/sef-qmul
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Find all School of Economics and Finance staff contact details, research interests and further information here.
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