Whether you're heading to Plymouth for the first time, you've lived here all your life or you're back for your next year of study - welcome!

You're about to start a brand new adventure and, as your Students' Union, we'll be here every step of the way.

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welcome fairs Three students on a stall at the Societies Fair

welcome fairs

During Welcome Week we'll be running a different fair each day from Monday - Thursday in the Rolle Marquee. These fairs are a great way to get a feel for all the different opportunities available to you as a student at the University of Plymouth.

inductions & tours People walking outside the Rolle Marquee on the University of Plymouth campus

inductions & tours

The Welcome period is a great time to get acquainted with campus and the surrounding area. Check out the events page below for campus, library and city tours.

try something new Paddleboarding on Plymouth Sound

try something new

Starting University can be a great opportunity for a fresh new start. Is there an activity you've always wanted to try? Check out our Give it a Go programme or sign up for a taster session.

shopping & sales Three women holding plants at a plant stall

shopping and sales

Who's ready to start making the most of student discounts? We'll be running a trip to IKEA for those last minute bits and pieces as well as plant, poster and vintage clothing sales on campus.

relax & unwind Women painting mugs at a table

relax & unwind

The first couple of weeks can be overwhelming and you don't have to attend every single event day and night to 'do it right'. Pace yourself and set your own agenda, take a look at some of our more laid-back events for when your social battery is running low.

nights out Crowd at a night out in the Students' Union

nights out

Get your housemates together and head out to the SU over Welcome for great nights out at student-friendly prices. At your SU, we've got one of the largest nightclubs in Plymouth - right on your doorstep.


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Students celebrating Holi in Drake's Gardens
Meet like-minded people and discover new communities

You're joining a friendly, diverse and passionate group of 19,000+ students. Coming to University can feel scary, intimidating and - at times - isolating. For many of you this is an entirely new beginning and finding the people who will help you shape that will be one of your biggest priorities.

Welcome is a time to dip your toe in the water and meet new people, embrace new experiences and learn more about yourself. One of the ways you can meet likeminded people is by joining a student group (clubs and societies) or a network.

By joining a student group or signing up to a network you can...

  • Meet people on your course by joining an academic society
  • Get outdoors with an adventure club
  • Connect with your cultural community by joining a faith or culture-based society
  • Use your voice to shape your University experience
  • Make a difference to the local community by volunteering or getting involved with fundraising
  • Explore Britain's Ocean City by signing up to a water-based club

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we've got you
SU Buddies talking to students at a plant sale
Access support at University

Studying away from home means facing new challenges and knowing where to find the right support is important. Starting University and perhaps moving away from home for the first time can be intimidating. It's perfectly natural to feel apprehensive, nervous or overwhelmed.

The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone. Thousands of others are in exactly the same boat and will be feeling similar emotions, support is on hand.

Find out more about:

  • The SU Advice and University of Plymouth Student Hub teams
  • Managing Student Finance and budgetting
  • Prioritising your wellbeing
  • Where to go if you have questions about your course
  • Finding part-time work
  • Navigating campus and your new city

visit our support page here

need to know

Learning to live with a new group of people for the first time...

Become an SU Buddy volunteer in September!

A Guide to Welcome for those who don't enjoy nightclubs

Your guide to understanding Student Bank Accounts

 

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