Undergraduate timetable | Student life

A warm welcome to your first week the University of Stirling! There's lots going on this week so we've prepared handy guides detailing what's happening each day.

Saturday 8 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Arrival in halls	Allocated times from 10am to 4pm	University accommodation	Accommodation Services staff, Students’ Union Officers and F Team members will be on hand to help you move in. To minimise congestion on this busy day, arrival times will be staggered. Please look out for information about choosing your arrival time on your Accommodation Dashboard.
Welcome Desk	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Staff and students will be available to help answer your first week questions. No question is a silly question, so please feel free to ask whatever is on your mind. If we can't give you an answer, we will help you to find someone who can.
Information Point	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Come along to the Atrium to find out more about: BaxterStorey Electoral registration Santander Student Support Services Student Learning Services Careers and Employability Service STEER mentors Stirling Court Hotel Sports Centre
Students’ Union: Welcome, F Pass and Tickets	10am to 5pm	Atrium	Students' Union Welcome: F Pass collection, Freshers’ event ticket sales, NUS Extra cards, poster sale and more!
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	The Student Services Hub Team are on hand in the Student Services Hub to answer your queries. Staff from the Income Office will also be available from noon to 3pm. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Maker Space – experience new technology	11am to 3pm	Library	Visit our stand in the Atrium or drop into the Library Maker Space to see our 3d printers and scanners at work. Learn how you can get involved with the Maker Space.
Essential Guide for Parents and Carers to University life	Noon to 1pm	Lecture Theatre A3, Cottrell Building	This session give parents and carers a chance to get advice and guidance on all aspects of university life with a focus on priorities and support for students.
New Students and Families’ Welcome Reception	2.30pm to 3.30pm	Macrobert Art Centre	Our Families’ Welcome Reception starts with short welcome speeches from the University Principal, President of the Students’ Union, Director of Sport and Head of Student Support Services. Following this, parents have the opportunity to enjoy light refreshments and meet with senior members of the University. Register now for a place.
Library and IT Information	9am to 5pm	Library	Staff from the library and IT support are available to answer your questions. We’ll also be on hand to help you get your devices set up on the University Wi-Fi. Want to go on a tour of the library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the library to find out the next tour time.
Pre-club social	8pm until late	Studio, Students' Union	Studio is the single greatest place to meet new people, so come along and relax in your Students' Union. Pop in ahead of joining us for the Freshers White T-Shirt Party later
Freshers White T-Shirt Welcome Party!	10pm until 3am	Venue, Students' Union	Wear your white Freshers t-shirts and get ready to glow as you join the Students' Union for the official kick-off to Freshers 2018! Get your face painted by our FREE UV face painters. Grab your free glow sticks and dance to this year’s hits from our awesome Freshers DJs. Cost is £8.

Sunday 9 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Library and IT information	9am to 5pm	Library	Staff from the library and IT support are available to answer your questions. We’ll also be on hand to help you get your devices set up on the University Wi-Fi.
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Student ID card collection	10am to 4.30pm	Pathfoot Dining Room, Pathfoot Building	All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Supported enrolment	10am to noon 1pm to 4.30pm	Pathfoot Dining Room mezzanine, Pathfoot Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process.
Welcome Desk	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Staff and students will be available to help answer your first week questions. No question is a silly question, so please feel free to ask whatever is on your mind. If we can't give you an answer, we will help you to find someone who can.
Students’ Union: Welcome, F Pass and Tickets	10am to 5pm	Atrium	Students' Union Welcome: F Pass collection, Freshers’ event ticket sales, NUS Extra cards, poster sale and more!
Medical Centre and Dental Practice information desks	10am to 5pm	Crush Hall, Pathfoot Building	All students can register with our on-campus Medical Centre and Dental Practice. Access the application form and the patient questionnaire.
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	The Student Services Hub Team are on hand in the Student Services Hub to answer your queries. Staff from the Income Office will also be available from noon to 3pm. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Maker Space – experience new technology	11am to 3pm	Library	Visit our stand in the Atrium or drop into the Library Maker Space to see our 3d printers and scanners at work. Learn how you can get involved with the Maker Space.
Union Officers and Freebie Bags	From noon	Atrium / Students’ Union	Meet your Union Officers in the Atrium and grab your free Freshers’ bags, packed with goodies, then come and check out the Union for great food and live sport.
Students’ Union: Freshers Meet and Greet	Noon to 3pm	Students’ Union	Want to meet fellow Freshers? Head along to the Union for the big Freshers Meet and Greet. This non-alcoholic event has games and the F Team on hand to break the ice. This event is free to attend.
Essential student guide to library and IT services	Surnames A-M 1pm to 2pm Surnames N-Z 2pm to 3pm	Logie Lecture Theatre	Find out everything you need to know about our library and IT services at Stirling, including how to: print and make photocopies access Wi-Fi save files onto the network access student email use the Library find journal articles access the computing labs get free Office software All topics are presented in a series of videos. All students welcome. Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Need anything for your room/kitchen/flat?	11am until 4pm	The Green + Blue Space, Atrium	Head to the Students' Union environmental hub to check out our great collection of pre-loved home ware and textbooks! While you’re there, you can find out all about the exciting environmental projects we run throughout the year.
Poster Sale	10am until 6pm	Atrium	Looking for something to help decorate/personalise your new room? Pop along and grab the latest band, movie and art related posters at the lowest prices around.
Freshers Welcome with Scott Mills & Chris Stark!	10pm until 2am	Venue, Students' Union	Everyone’s favourite Radio 1 Duo are here to welcome you all to Stirling and the best week of your life – Freshers! With the biggest summer chart anthems, sing-a-long classics and loads of fun surprises, this isn’t to be missed. Cost is £8.

Monday 10 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Student ID card collection	9.30am to 4pm	Pathfoot Dining Room, Pathfoot Building	All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Medical Centre and Dental Practice information desks	9.30am to 4pm	Crush Hall, Pathfoot Building	All students can register with our on-campus Medical Centre and Dental Practice. Access the application form and the patient questionnaire.
Supported enrolment	10am to noon 1pm to 4pm	Pathfoot Dining Room mezzanine, Pathfoot Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process.
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Students' Union F Team tour of campus	10am onwards	Meet in the Atrium	The best way to get your bearings is to have a wander! Take a guided tour with the F Team who have all the insider knowledge on where lecture theatres are, how to find the Students' Union Starbucks outlet and the nicest loch-side walks. Check the Atrium board/social media for details of times of tours.
Welcome Desk	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Staff and students will be available to help answer your first week questions. No question is a silly question, so please feel free to ask whatever is on your mind. If we can't give you an answer, we will help you to find someone who can.
Students’ Union: Freebie Fayre	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Student discounts, freebies, poster sales and more! Come along and visit Domino’s, your Official Freshers’ 2018 sponsors!
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	Our friendly and welcoming Student Services Hub team is your first point of call for a wide range of student enquiries. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Maker Space – experience new technology	11am to 3pm	Library	Visit our stand in the Atrium or drop into the Library Maker Space to see our 3d printers and scanners at work. Learn how you can get involved with the Maker Space.
Essential student guide to library and IT services	Noon to 1pm	Logie Lecture Theatre	Find out everything you need to know about our library and IT services at Stirling, including how to: print and make photocopies access Wi-Fi save files onto the network access student email use the Library find journal articles access the computing labs get free Office software All topics are presented in a series of videos. All students welcome.
Freshers Ceilidh!	From 9pm	Venue, Students' Union	Who doesn’t love a Ceilidh?! Whether it’s your first or your 100th, the Students' Union F Team are on hand to show you how it’s done so come along and enjoy the fun. Cost is £7.

Tuesday 11 September

Undergraduate classes begin. Check the first week timetables for your first module classes.

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Supported enrolment and student ID card collection	10am to noon 1pm to 4pm	2B43, Cottrell Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process. All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Students’ Union: Clubs and Societies Fayre Day	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Meet representatives from a range of different clubs and societies on campus to make new friends, find your new passion or keep up with a hobby.
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	Our friendly and welcoming Student Services Hub team is your first point of call for a wide range of student enquiries. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Welcome Desk	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Staff and students will be available to help answer your first week questions. No question is a silly question, so please feel free to ask whatever is on your mind. If we can't give you an answer, we will help you to find someone who can.
Maker Space – experience new technology	11am to 3pm	Library	Visit our stand in the Atrium or drop into the Library Maker Space to see our 3d printers and scanners at work. Learn how you can get involved with the Maker Space.
Welcome to the University – International and Postgraduate students	6pm to 8pm	Students’ Union, Venue	Join us for an informal welcome to the University from the Deputy Principal of Internationalisation, Professor Leigh Sparks, and the President of the Students’ Union, Ms Astrid Smallenbroek. Register now for a place.
Dick & Dom’s Messy Beach Party!	10pm until 2am	Venue, Students' Union	Go to the Students' Union with your best beachwear on and pretend you're on holiday! Dick & Dom play the best summer jams with inflatables, bucket cocktails and glitter face & body painting. Cost is £8.

Wednesday 12 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Students Union: Sports Union Fayre	9am to 4pm	Sports Centre, Cramond Hall	Head down to Cramond Hall to meet our Sports Union team, check out the full range of Sports Clubs on offer and find out about the Students' Union's Give It A Go sessions.
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Supported enrolment and student ID card collection	10am to noon 1pm to 4pm	2B43, Cottrell Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process. All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Students’ Union: Clubs and Societies Fayre	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Meet representatives from a range of different clubs and societies for you to join. Make sure to get info on the Students' Union Give It A Go sessions to try before you buy.
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	Our friendly and welcoming Student Services Hub team is your first point of call for a wide range of student enquiries. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Welcome Desk	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Staff and students will be available to help answer your first week questions. No question is a silly question, so please feel free to ask whatever is on your mind. If we can't give you an answer, we will help you to find someone who can.
Maker Space – experience new technology	11am to 3pm	Library	Visit our stand in the Atrium or drop into the Library Maker Space to see our 3d printers and scanners at work. Learn how you can get involved with the Maker Space.
Essential student guide to library and IT services	1pm to 2pm	Lecture Theatre A6, Cottrell Building	Find out everything you need to know about our library and IT services at Stirling, including how to: print and make photocopies access Wi-Fi save files onto the network access student email use the Library find journal articles access the computing labs get free Office software All topics are presented in a series of videos. All students welcome.
How to be a successful student	1pm to 2pm	Lecture Theatre A3, Cottrell Building	This workshop explores some of the attributes and skills undergraduate students need to be successful at the University of Stirling. The workshop will give you an insight into what the lecturers and tutors expect of you and some hints and tips on managing your assignments. It is also an opportunity to ask questions about studying at university. No booking required, just turn up.
Write it right - positive ways to approach writing and referencing	2.30pm to 3.30pm	Lecture Theatre A3, Cottrell Building	This workshop explores the expectations around academic writing at university. There will be a particular focus on using ‘evidence’ within your work, referencing and ensuring that you avoid plagiarism. We will also briefly talk about academic misconduct. No booking required – just turn up.
Alpacas…on campus	3pm until 5pm	Outside behind the Union	Come along to pet an Alpaca or even take one for a wander. Brought to you by the Students' Union and BobCat’s Alpacas.
Jurassic Party!	10pm until 2am	Venue, Students' Union	The Students' Union is going back to the 90’s on the playlist so expect some absolute classics. We want you to get your best safari gear on and prepare for some live dinosaur interaction, a dinosaur egg balloon drop with prizes and a full blown Jurassic Jungle experience! Cost is £7.

Thursday 13 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Students’ Union: Student Life Day	10am to 4pm	Atrium	It’s Student Life Day! Loads of helpful stalls to visit or why not grab a bargain at the Vintage Fayre? You can find out about the Students' Union's environmental work with the Green and Blue Space, grab event tickets and chat to the F Team about how your first week is going.
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Supported enrolment and student ID card collection	10am to noon 1pm to 4pm	2B43, Cottrell Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process. All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	Our friendly and welcoming Student Services Hub team is your first point of call for a wide range of student enquiries. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Cascada – LIVE!	10pm until 2am	Venue, Students' Union	At the Students' Union, Cascada will be performing her greatest hits live for you in Venue. Cost is £9.

Friday 14 September

What's happening	Time	Location	Details
Students’ Union: Relax!	10am to 4pm	Atrium	Relax, it’s been a big week. Pop along to the Students' Union to find out about clubs and societies or Sports Union memberships, get info on Give It A Go sessions or grab those last-minute event tickets for the weekend. Then put your feet up with a nice Starbucks coffee or a cold drink in Studio, the Students' Union bar.
Library tour	Throughout the day	Library	Want to go on a tour of the Library? Library tours will be running from Sunday to Friday. Just drop in to the Library to find the next tour time.
Supported enrolment and student ID card collection	10am to noon 1pm to 4pm	2B43, Cottrell Building	Staff will be available to assist students with the online enrolment process. All students who have completed online enrolment can collect their student ID card. Find out what proof of ID is required.
Student Services Hub	10am to 4pm	Student Hub, Room 2A, Cottrell Building	Our friendly and welcoming Student Services Hub team is your first point of call for a wide range of student enquiries. Visit us in our Hub at the Queens Court entrance of the Cottrell Building.
Essential student guide to library and IT services	11am to noon 3pm to 4pm	Library Training Room 1, Library Level 4	Find out everything you need to know about our library and IT services at Stirling, including how to: print and make photocopies access Wi-Fi save files onto the network access student email use the Library find journal articles access the computing labs get free Office software All topics are presented in a series of videos. All students welcome.
The Big Freshers Quiz with Shaun Wallace	From 8pm	Venue, Students' Union	Test your quizzing skills at the Students' Union. Hosted by the quiz legend, Shaun Wallace ‘The Dark Destroyer’ & ‘Legal Eagle’ from The Chase, it’s time to get your thinking caps on. Who will lift the trophy this year? Max 10 people per team. Cost is £7.

Please note: This is a general timetable and is subject to change. Please check again before to your arrival at the University in September for a full up-to-date version.

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