Guide for International Students 2011 - Cardiff Law School

the induction programme2021www.cardiff.ac.uk/internationalthe induction programmewww.cardiff.ac.uk/internationalThe Induction ProgrammeInformation sessionsCome to all theinduction eventsarranged for whenyou first arrivein Cardiff!Parents welcome talkIf your parents are travelling with you, we have a welcome talk to answerany questions they may have on Friday 23 September.Walking campus toursFind out where things are in the University and parts of the city. 2ndand 3rd year students will be your tour guides and will give you insideinformation about studying at Cardiff on Friday 23 and Monday 25September.Welcome and information sessionsFind out what to expect now you’ve arrived in Cardiff: where to getsupport, help and immigration advice; how to combine part-time workwith studying; how to get work experience and visit different partsof the UK through the Host programme. Talks are taking place in theGreat Hall in the Students’ Union, Saturday 24 and Sunday25 September.The Induction Programmefor International StudentsFun and social activitiesInternational Students’ PartyCome and experience a traditional Welsh folk dancing evening‘Twmpath!’ in a friendly atmosphere. Straight after the Twmpath we’rehaving a disco. Both events are taking place in the Great Hall, Students’Union on Friday 23 September.Open air double-decker bus tour of the City of CardiffEnjoy a guided bus tour of the beautiful city throughout the dayfor the reduced price of £5 on Sunday 25 September.Discover CardiffExplore the city and complete a treasure trail with your Tour Guideon Wednesday 28 September.Fairs and eventsQuiz nightCome to CF10 in the Students’ Union and test your general knowledgeon Tuesday 27 September. Great prizes on offer for the winners!Guided coach tourEnjoy a Guided Tour of Wales’ superbtourist attractions. The tour costs £15,which covers lunch and admission to 2historical attractions just outside Cardiff.For more informationabout all theinduction events seewww.cardiff.ac.uk/international/arriveWhen you first arrive there will be lots of things you need to do including enrolling andcollecting your student ID card. Please see the check list on the inside front cover andmake sure you complete everything.We understand that arriving in a new place is a challenging andexciting experience for you. At Cardiff, we take great care to ensureyour smooth arrival and help you to settle into your new way of lifein the University and local community.Make your stay at Cardiff rewarding and enjoyable: come to all theinduction events arranged for when you first arrive in Cardiff fromWednesday 21 September - Sunday 2 October. At these events youshould find all the information, fun and friends you need to makeyour transition to UK life as carefree as possible. For more detailsabout the dates and times of these events, please seewww.cardiff.ac.uk/international/arriveCoach collection serviceWe will pick you up for free from Heathrow and Cardiff airports.See page 17 for more information, dates and times.Important TasksPolice registrationStudents coming from some countries need to register withthe police within 7 days of their arrival in the UK. You will beable to make appointments and register with the police at theInternational Office Tuesday 27 - Friday 30 September.See page 09 for more information.Bank letter serviceBank letters and proof of enrolment letters can be obtained fromthe Students’ Union. Staff will also be on hand to provide youwith information on how to open your bank account.See page 25 for more information.Enrolment and ID cardYou must complete your enrolment and collect your studentID card. More information is on page 28.International student information fairYou will be able to get further advice and information about theUniversity and the city of Cardiff at the Fair. You’ll also be able to buytickets at the Fair for the Party and the Guided Coach Tour (see above).The Fair takes place in the Great Hall on Friday 23 September.National companies fairYour chance to get your hands on some free items and discountvouchers. It takes place in the Great Hall, Students’ Union.Postgraduate Welcome EventsThe Students’ Union, Graduate Centre andPostgraduate Society organise additionalsocial events specifically for new and currentpostgraduates at Cardiff during weekcommencing Monday 26 September. Furtherinformation about the programme of eventswill be added to the Graduate Centre websiteduring the summer www.cardiff.ac.uk/gradcAre there any events taking placein my academic school?Yes, you may be required to attend aninduction meeting held in your School - youwill be sent more information by your School.You will meet your lecturers and other staffthat work in your subject area. You may alsobe given information about how to enrol formodules or subjects in your first term. For moreinformation seewww.cardiff.ac.uk/regis/enrolment/timetablesSocieties fairCome and meet people from all the societies (including internationalsocieties) and join any that interest you in the Great Hall, Students’Union. Look at the types of societies you could get involved in athttp://groups.cardiffstudents.com/societiesSports fairMeet some of the sports clubs and join any that interest you in theGreat Hall, Students’ Union. For more information about sports clubssee www.cardiffstudents.com/tags/sports-clubOther activitiesIn the 3rd and 4th week of September there are lots of new activities taking place in the Students’ Union for all newstudents. These activities are organised just for you and are intended to give you an idea of what life at Cardiff is like.They also give you the opportunity to meet new friends and settle in before the busy first week of term.January startersIf you’re starting in January you willbe sent information about Januaryinduction. You can also emailinternational@cardiff.ac.ukor visit www.cardiff.ac.uk/international/arrive in December.