Start Date: 9 October 2025 2:00 pm
End Date: 9 October 2025 3:30 pm
Location: Seaborne Library Exton Park
Did you know that being creative can reduce your stress and boost your mental health? Join our Wellbeing and Mental Health team to get creative and chat about the support available to students at UoC.
For questions about this event, please contact studentservices@chester.ac.uk
Start Date: 9 October 2025 11:00 am
End Date: 9 October 2025 12:30 pm
Location: Community Hub (Next Door to Binks Building), Exton Park
Pop in to see us in our beautiful garden designed & built by students. Plant up your own mint pot, get involved in food growing. Free lunch for gardeners at 12.30pm.
Drop in and join us – all welcome.
Start Date: 9 October 2025 1:30 pm
End Date: 9 October 2025 3:00 pm
Location: Exton Park, Community Hub (next door to Binks)
Pop in to see us in our beautiful garden designed & built by students. Plant up your own mint pot, get involved in food growing. Free lunch for gardeners at 12.30pm.
Drop in and join us – all welcome.
Start Date: 7 October 2025 1:30 pm
End Date: 7 October 2025 3:00 pm
Location: Community Hub (Next Door to Binks), Exton Park
Join us for a relaxed session with lots of painting ideas. Beginners welcome!
Drop in and join us – all welcome.
Start Date: 22 September 2025 12:00 pm
End Date: 22 September 2025 2:00 pm
Location: Time Square, UCW
Get connected. Get support. Get started.
Are you starting your course early as part of a Health, Medicine and Society (HMS) programme? We’re excited to welcome you to the University of Chester!
To help you settle in and feel supported, we’re hosting a series of informal Welcome Roadshow events across our sites — designed especially for students starting in HMS.
When & Where?
All events run from 12pm to 2pm
What to expect:
The events will take place on a day where you are in University. You don’t need to book – just come along, say hello, and see what’s available to support you from day one.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Start Date: 6 October 2025 11:30 am
End Date: 6 October 2025 1:30 pm
Location: Grosvenor Common Room (Opposite Seaborne Library), Exton Park
Join with others to prepare a simple soup lunch and enjoy eating lunch together in the common room. No cooking skills needed.
Drop in and join us – all welcome.
Start Date: 25 September 2025 12:00 pm
End Date: 25 September 2025 2:00 pm
Location: Wheeler Building
Get connected. Get support. Get started.
Are you starting your course early as part of a Health, Medicine and Society (HMS) programme? We’re excited to welcome you to the University of Chester!
To help you settle in and feel supported, we’re hosting a series of informal Welcome Roadshow events across our sites — designed especially for students starting in HMS.
When & Where?
All events run from 12pm to 2pm
What to expect:
The events will take place on a day where you are in University. You don’t need to book – just come along, say hello, and see what’s available to support you from day one.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Start Date: 18 September 2025 1:00 pm
End Date: 18 September 2025 1:45 pm
Location: Online
Are you a new student joining us this autumn? In this session, you will learn about the Chester Students’ Union, an independent charity that acts as a key representative channel between students and the University of Chester. We’ll explore the many ways students can get involved, from Student Voice and Elections to Societies, events, and the support offered through our independent advice service.
Additionally, Boma, your International Students’ Officer, will share valuable insights about his role, how he can support international students, and his personal experience as an international student at UoC. It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover how the Students’ Union can enhance your university experience!
To book your place on this session, please click here.
For questions about this session, please contact the Student Experience Team at studentexperience@chester.ac.uk.
Start Date: 19 September 2025 10:00 am
End Date: 19 September 2025 11:00 am
Location: Online
Are you a new international undergraduate or postgraduate student starting this October? This essential session is designed to fully prepare new international students for in-person enrolment at the University of Chester.
We’ll guide you through each step of the process, including what to bring, where to go, and what to expect on the day. You’ll also receive a reminder of the tasks you need to complete beforehand, such as online enrolment, paying your fees, and uploading your photograph for your student ID.
In addition, the Study Visa and Compliance team will explain key responsibilities around your e-visa and right to study document checks, with helpful tips to avoid common issues.
By the end of this session, you’ll feel confident and fully prepared to complete your in-person enrolment smoothly and successfully.
To book your place on this session, please click here.
Please note: This session is compulsory for all new international students. If you have any questions, please email studyvisa@chester.ac.uk. For questions about this session, please contact the Student Experience Team at studentexperience@chester.ac.uk.
Start Date: 16 September 2025 10:00 am
End Date: 16 September 2025 11:00 am
Location: Online
Are you a new student joining us this autumn?
Are you interested in finding part-time work alongside your studies? Join this helpful pre-arrival session to learn how to find work as a student at university.
During the session, you will:
This is a great opportunity to prepare before you arrive and build your confidence in finding work at university.
To book your place on this session, please click here.
Please note: if you are an international student, please refer to the guidance here and on our After Arrivals web page.
For questions about this session, please contact the Student Experience Team at studentexperience@chester.ac.uk.
