Induction Information
The first few weeks of term
We are a small and friendly community and you can expect a very warm welcome from everyone in the Department. Below is the provisional schedule of induction events.
Monday 23 September: Welcome to Education Studies
10:00-12:00, Woods-Scawen Room, Arts Centre
You will receive a very warm welcome at this Welcome to Education Studies session. This is your first opportunity to meet key staff in the Department, to start to get to know other students, and to find out what to expect from Welcome Week and the start of your course.
Wednesday 25 September: Welcome to your PGR Programme
10:00-15:00, S0.20
10:00-12:00 - Introductions and key information
12:00-13:00 - Lunch break
13:00-15:00 - Meet current PGRs in Education Studies
Thursday 28 September: Education Studies Community Day for all new students
10:00-12:00 - Find Out More About Being a Student in Education Studies
Warwick Arts Centre Theatre
This session is led by the Student Experience Team who'll be telling you all about the events and opportunities offered by Education Studies, including academic skills sessions, social events, career planning workshops, and the chance to gain experience in a school. You will also hear about our Education Studies community and the support we will be offering you.
12:00-14:00 - Team Orientation Challenge and Lunch Break
Follow the fun clues in teams to find your way around the beautiful Warwick campus, followed by a lunch break.
14:00-16:00 - Celebrating the New Education Studies Community
Warwick Arts Centre Theatre
Some of our returning students will share their experiences and advice with you to help you make the most of the year. You will also meet more staff from Education Studies and take part in some informal welcome activities, all designed to help you feel at home.
16:00-17:30 - Education Studies Social Event
Rootes Restaurant
Time to relax at the end of a busy few days! Join us for pizza and drinks.
Wednesday 2 October: Introduction to the Department and research
15:00-17:00, room to be confirmed
At this session you will find out all about the research happening in Education Studies. You will also have the opportunity to meet researchers and discuss your research interests.
Thursday 3 October: Introduction to the Library
Time and room to be confirmed
This session will be led by the Education Studies subject librarian, Chris Bradford, who has a wealth of experience.
Monday 7 October: Getting the most out of supervision
10:00 - 11:30, room to be confirmed
This session will focus on how to work effectively with your supervisors in order to get the most out of your PGR experience.
Wednesday 16 October: What have you been reading?
15:00-17:00, room to be confirmed
During this session, you will discuss the start of your PGR programme and your initial engagement with the literature in your field. There will be group discussions with students and staff.