SLS Welcome Week Timetable
The table below lists all Welcome Week events organised directly by the School of Life Sciences.
Search for other events and personalise your Welcome Week timetable at welcomeweek.warwick.ac.uk.
You can view a personalised timetable of tutorials and lab classes. You can view your timetable in your Tabula profile. When you are enrolled and logged into the Warwick intranet you can find more information about your timetable. Please note that the timetable may not be populated until the first week of October as the last sessions on the timetable are finalised.
Information about lectures will be sent to you via Moodle and this will be explained in your welcome talks.
| WELCOME WEEK
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| Monday 29 September 2025 |
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| 09.30-10.15 |
Breakfast for Life Sciences Year 1 Students Join us for a free breakfast! (Our Student Ambassadors will meet you in the PiazzaLink opens in a new window at 9.10am and walk up the hill with you). |
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| 10.15-11.45 |
Welcome to the School of Life Sciences (UG) Hear from the Director of Undergraduate Studies (DUGS) Ian Edwards, followed by an introduction to our Student Experience from the Director of Student Experience, Samantha Wilson-Thain. |
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| Tuesday 30 September 2025 |
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| 10.00 - 11.00 | Introduction to the Biomedical Science Degree |
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| 10.00 - 11.00 |
Introduction to the Neuroscience Degree |
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| 10.00 - 11.00 |
Introduction to the Biological Sciences Degree |
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| 10.00 - 11.00 |
Introduction to the Biochemistry Degree |
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| 11.00 - 12.00 |
Essential Skills Hear about our Science 101 and QuBiCprogrammes for supporting your journey through science and importantly, working with data. School of Life Sciences Placements, Careers, and Warwick Award Hear from your Placement Officer and dedicated Careers and Skills advisors on how they can help with your career. Find out how to join the Warwick Award. |
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| Wednesday 1 October 2025 |
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| 9.30 - 11.00 | Intercultural Awareness Hear about the opportunities and challenges that come with working in intercultural teams. This is a great session for those who will be working in class groups, research labs and placement teams. |
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| 11.00 - 12.00 |
BioSoc Campus Tour & Scavenger Hunt with Tutor Groups Join BioSoc and your tutor group for a fun and welcoming exploration of Gibbet Hill Campus. Discover key facilities, meet staff and fellow Life Sciences students, and pick up insider tips along the way. This relaxed tour and scavenger hunt combo is a great way to get familiar with your surroundings, build connections, and start your year with confidence. |
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| 12.00 - 13.00 |
Meet & Greet (Free Lunch!)
Join us for a packed lunch, plus an informal opportunity to meet some key staff and connect with key areas of Life Sciences. |
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| 13.00 - 14.00 |
Student Voice and Belonging, and Opportunities in SLS: Paid Roles, SSLC, BioSoc, Student Union, Student Networks |
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| 14.00 - 15.00 |
Essential Training: Student Conduct - Looking out for yourself and your friends This session is based around the Warwick Values. It will support you in looking out for yourself and others during your time here, helping to ensure everyone has a safe and positive experience. We will explore what it means to be an Active Bystander and cover key information around Consent and the University’s Report and Support platform. Previous students have rated this session highly. Delivered by the Student Conduct team. Students are expected to attend. |
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| Friday 3rd October 2025 |
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| 10.00 - 12.00 | Meet, Make & Connect: Crafts with SLS Student Groups (Free SLS Hoodies!) Drop in for a relaxed session with SLS student groups including Student Network Leads, BioSoc, and SSLC (course reps). Get creative with some crafts, pick up your SLS hoodie, and chat with student reps. |
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| WEEK 1 |
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| Monday 6 October 2025 |
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| 10.00-11.00 | Year 1 Tutorials Take part in your very first tutorial in Life Sciences, get to know your tutor and have some fun! |
Various locations over Gibbet Hill Campus |
| 11.00-12.00 |
Year 1 Welcome Talk (Week 1) Hear about some of the useful need-to-know information related to getting started and succeeding in the School of Life Sciences. |
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| 12.00-13.00 |
Year 1 Module Fair Get a feel for your year one modules at this student-led module fair |
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| 13.00-14.00 |
Free Lunch (Reminder to put in all years students calendars) Collect your packed lunch, feel free to eat it in the café, quiet spaces or around the duck pond. |
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