International Welcome Programme Cornwall
Welcome programme - Cornwall
Welcome programme - Cornwall
Welcome programme - Cornwall
Welcome to Cornwall!
Our International Welcome Programme is a combination of online and in person sessions to welcome you to the university and to help you settle into your new life with us. Detailed below are in person and online sessions for you to attend.
Our in person social events must be booked in advance online. Bookings will open later in the summer but please wait until you are in the UK and have completed any self isolation before booking.
We look forward to meeting you throughout the week.
Late Arrival orientation
Date |
Time |
Location |
Details |
Booking links |
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Every Tuesday and Wednesday in October |
peter Lanyon meeting room |
International Student ClearanceFor all students who need to show their passport and immigration status or visa. Collect your BRP card if it was sent to the University. Collect your Unicard. |
Book appointment here | |
The SU |
7pm - 8:30pm |
Students Union |
Pasty & PalsJoin your SU Presidents for an event to meet new students and get to know your Students Union. |
no booking required. |
On request |
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Penryn Campus |
International late arrival orientationBook onto our late arrivals orientation meeting if you arrive in Cornwall after Freshers' Week. You'll meet with a staff member and we will be able to answer any questions you might have. |
Please email internationalcornwall@exeter.ac.uk |
Arrivals Weekend (17 - 18 Sept)
Please note that we have made some changes to the programme on Sunday 19 September to allow our university community to pay their respects and watch the Queen's funeral which will be shown on campus.
Date | Time | Location | Details | Booking links |
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Saturday & Sunday |
All day |
Sports Hall |
Welcome to campus |
No booking necessary |
Sunday 18 Sept |
11am-12.30pm | Meet at Glasney Lodge |
Shopping trip to Asda (2 hours)Join us for a trip to Asda, your local supermarket. Walk down, get a free shuttle bus back with your shopping. |
Book here |
Sunday 18 Sept |
1.30pm - 4pm | Peter Lanyon Meeting Room |
International Student ClearanceFor all students who need to show their passport and immigration status or visa. You can also collect your BRP card. |
Book here |
Freshers' Week (19 - 25 September)
Please note that we have made some changes to the programme on Monday 19 September to allow our university community to pay their respects and watch the Queen's funeral which will be shown on campus.
Date |
Time |
Location | Details | Booking links |
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Monday to Friday |
9am - 4.30pm |
Peter Lanyon meeting room |
International Student ClearanceFor all students who need to show their passport and immigration status or visa. Collect your BRP card if it was sent to the University. Collect your Unicard. |
Book your appointment here |
Monday 19 Sept |
Online |
Visas: Stay safe, stay legal on a Student visaInformation talk specifically for students with a Student visa. |
Watch here | |
Monday 19 Sept |
2pm - 4pm |
Meet bus stop Penryn Campus |
Falmouth town tourJoin us for a trip to Falmouth to find out how to access your local town including banks, shops, Post Office etc. |
Book here |
Tuesday 20 Sept |
7pm - 8.30pm | Students Union |
Pasty & PalsJoin your SU Presidents for an event to meet new students and get to know your Students Union. |
Event details here |
Tuesday 20 Sept | 4-5pm | Exchange Green |
New to study in the UK: PGTNew to studying in the UK? Come along and find out about the academic conventions and expectations of the University of Exeter, and also the support and resources available to help you make the most of your studies |
Book here |
Tuesday 20 Sept | 4-5pm | Peter Lanyon Lecture 1 |
New to study in the UK: UGNew to studying in the UK? Come along and find out about the academic conventions and expectations of the University of Exeter, and also the support and resources available to help you make the most of your studies |
Book here |
Tuesday 20 Sept | 5-6.30pm | Exchange Red |
Interculteral CafeThe Intercultural Café is a chance to meet people, and celebrate different cultures in a relaxed, friendly space. Come along for tea and cake and chance to meet people from all over the world, and find out more about life in Cornwall. |
Book here |
Wednesday 21 Sept | 2pm | Meet at glasney Lodge |
Shopping trip to Asda supermarketJoin us for a trip to Asda, your local supermarket. Walk down, get a free shuttle bus back with your shopping. |
Book here |
Thursday 22 Sept | 4-5pm | Exchange Green |
Study in the UK: PGTNew to studying in the UK? Come along and find out about the academic conventions and expectations of the University of Exeter, and also the support and resources available to help you make the most of your studies. |
Book here |
Thursday 22 Sept | 11am - 12pm | Zoom meeting online |
Study Abroad Welcome SessionCompulsory talk for new Penryn Campus Inbound students
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Click here to join zoom meeting |
Thursday 22 Sept | 4-5pm | Peter Lanyon Lecture 2 |
Study in the UK: UGNew to studying in the UK? Come along and find out about the academic conventions and expectations of the University of Exeter, and also the support and resources available to help you make the most of your studies. |
Book here |
Thursday 22 Sept | 10am - 3.30pm | Meet at Repro lawns |
Llama LlandCome and meet our friendly Llamas on the Reprographics lawn! |
Book here |
Friday 23 Sept | 12.30pm-2pm | Meet at bus stop |
Standup Paddleboard tripWe have teamed up with WeSup at Gylly Beach to provide a series of Stand Up Paddleboard taster sessions. |
Book here |
Friday 23 Sept | 11am-12.30pm | Meet at bus stop |
Standup Paddleboard tripWe have teamed up with WeSup at Gylly Beach to provide a series of Stand Up Paddleboard taster sessions. |
Book here |
Friday 23 Sept | 10am - 11am | Exchange Red |
Culture Shock - Living and Studying in the UKThe Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team talk through experiences of living and studying in Cornwall, exploring cultural differences and answering any questions you may have! |
No booking necessary. |
Friday 23 Sept | 5-6.30pm | Exchange Red |
Interculteral CafeThe Intercultural Café is a chance to meet people, and celebrate different cultures in a relaxed, friendly space. Come along for tea and cake and chance to meet people from all over the world, and find out more about life in Cornwall. |
Book here |
Friday 23 Sept | This session will be recorded |
Working during your studies & Graduate Route visa |
Link to recording | |
Friday 23 Sept | 7pm - 10pm | Amphitheatre / The Stannary |
Outdoor CinemaWatching a movie under the stars with free popcorn - what's not to love?! |
Book here |
Saturday 24 Sept | 10am (coach leaves) | Cornish Seal Sanctuary |
Cornish Seal SanctuaryVisit the Harbour Pool, underwater view areas and meet the resident Grey Seals, then head over to Penguin Beach. |
Book here |
Saturday 24 Sept | 9pm | The Stannary |
Masquerade BallFor your BIG FRESHERS' BALL.... Step back in time to 16th century Venice with its’ lavish wall draping, themed backdrops, striking ornamental eye masks and beautiful lighting. This is all about elegance, intrigue and mystery. |
Book here |
Sunday 25 Sept | 10am (coach leaves) | Eden Project |
Eden ProjectVisit this extraordinary world famous millennium project created in a former clay mine includes the world’s largest indoor rainforest. |
Book here |
Monday 26 Sept
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5pm - 7pm | Masters Suite |
Postgraduate Welcome drinks and talkJoin us for drinks nibbles and networking and a welcome from our Vice Chancellor. |
Book here |
Sunday 2nd October |
6pm - 9pm | Exchange Green |
Global Chums social meetCome and meet your mentor and other new students for a chat and free pizza! Not requested a mentor? That's fine; we will welcome you to attend anyway and make new friends and ask any questions! |
No booking required |