Welcome Week

The individual elements of your degree are known as modules (or courses). Each module has a different focus.

[Here you can outline core and optional modules for First Year students and how the grade from the first year is used.]

[If your course allows students to sign up for modules from other departments, you can outline this here]

Here you can add the suggested reading list for the course. If you need more room you can link out elsewhere.

[Here you can include information on when tutorials typically take place]

Tutorials are designed to:

• help you to get the most out of lectures, seminars, practicals and the library;
• organise and write essays and practical reports;
• explain the various assessment procedures;
• generally to discuss all aspects of the course in an informal setting.

Your Personal Tutor is also there to help you with any problems which may arise throughout your time at Warwick, so you are free to arrange additional meetings with them as required.

[Here you can outline what form assessments usually take - exams, essays, class tests, presentations, group work etc.]

The Library is available 24 hours for all students to use as needed. You can find a huge variety of resources, both online and in-person. All your required course reading will be available from the library.

Click here to learn more about the services offered.

[Here you can include details of course specific content in the library]

Email: both the University and the department will communicate with you on your new Warwick email address (available once you've completed your enrolment).Make sure you check this account regularly!

MYWARWICK: you will have your own personalised 'My Warwick' account. This is where you'll be able to access your university emails, timetable, campus information and much more.

Tabula: an online system you will use to see your coursework deadlines, electronically submit assignments and download marking feedback. Full details and support will be provided once you arrive.

Moodle: [optional if your department use Moodle or anything]

Here you can outline when students can expect to access their course timetable.

Here you can find out departmental UG Student Handbook. We'll talk through what this covers during Welcome Week, where you'll also have the opportunity to ask questions.

Who is my Personal Tutor?

• Each student is allocated a Personal Tutor at Warwick. Usually, this is a member of the academic staff in your department.
• [Include details of how students will find out who their personal tutor is - e.g. via Tabula or during Welcome Week]

What is their role?

• Your Personal Tutor is your first point of contact within the department to discuss any issues that arise, whether pastoral or academic.
• You can draw on their experience and expertise as and when you need – they are your ongoing individual face-to-face relationship within the department and are here to support you throughout your time at Warwick.
• They are also the most obvious person to provide references for you after you graduate, so it is worthwhile investing time into developing a strong working relationship.

When will we meet?

• [Outline when your students will meet their personal tutor and how frequently they'll meet during term time]
• You may request additional meetings as and when you need them.

How will we meet?

• [Outline any details on how these will be conducted e.g. in person v online, group v 1-1]
• [You can also include a link to your department's staff list, should you have one]

[Here you can outline what a Senior Tutor is responsible for, should your department have one]

[Here you can outline any other key members of staff you want students to be familiar with, should you wish.

This could include DSEPs, DUGS, Head of Department etc.

The Undergraduate Programmes Office deals with the administration of your undergraduate degree. If you have any questions not covered during Welcome Week, please drop by the office in [where their office is located]

For all general enquiries, please contact [email contact]

Key contacts:

[Here you can outline the names of the Programme Team.

Starting university is an exciting time, but we understand that it can also be challenging. Whether you’re experiencing a pastoral or welfare issue, Warwick’s central student wellbeing services can provide a range of different support options. Find out more on their central webpages.

Resources and information on the transition support webpages can also help, not only in your first few weeks, but throughout your Warwick journey. Find out more here.

Similarly, check out this new resource from Student Mindson helping the transition to university.

[If your department has a peer mentoring or Buddy Scheme, you can give a broad overview here]

The Dean of Students Office has overall responsibility for all Personal Tutoring networks across the University. You can find out more about the role of the Dean of Students Office on their webpages.

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[Here you can give a broad overview of any opportunities available within the department e.g. Study Abroad, work-based learning etc.

The Warwick Careers team are here to support you throughout your time at university, and after you graduate. They offer in-person and remote services, flexible to your needs and other commitments.

Find out more here.

The central Skills team helps ensure all Warwick students are ready for life after graduation - and equipped with the skills they need for a successful future.

They run programmes and interventions that give students opportunities and support for recognising, developing, reflecting on, and articulating their full range of skills.

To see the range of opportunities available, visit their central webpages here.

To check out Skillscast (their podcast about developing your skills while at University) ,click here.

SSLC stands for Student-Staff Liaison Committee. There are SSLCs in each department in the University that feed into both the Students' Union and the University administration.

SSLCs are committees made up of elected student representatives and members of staff. They are student-led and provide an area for students and staff to discuss ideas and solve problems connected with teaching, learning and student support.

If you're interested in the work of the SSLC, or have an issue you would like to be discussed, you should speak with one of your Course Representatives. If you have questions about the running of the SSLC, you should speak with the SSLC Chair.

Find out more on the Warwick SU SSLC webpageLink opens in a new window

[If your department has an academic society, you can give a brief overview of their activities and link to their social media or SU page here.]

[If you want to mention some potential career paths from this degree, you can include this here]

Concerned about staying safe at university?

Visit the Warwick Stay Safe Hub, where you can find out more about tips on avoiding online, telephone & accommodation scams, as well as how to look after your personal safety, both online and around campus.

The Students' Union are an independent organisation here to provide representation, support, and social activities to help you make the most of your time at Warwick.