Academic induction

Wednesday 16 September

  • 8.30am-12.45pm: Enrolment & School Introduction Talk
    Times will vary depending on your degree. Head to the quad and you'll be taken to the talk.
    • 8.30am: Computing, Creative Technology & Games 
    • 9.15am: Film, Animation & Performance 
    • 10am: Graphic Design, Photography, Comic & Concept Art 
    • 11am: Illustration, Fine Art & Crafts 
    • 11.45am: Pre-Degree 
  • 10.30am-12.45pm: Refreshments & Informal Meet-Ups
  • 12-45-1.30pm: Lunch
  • 1.30-4pm: Programme Team & Peer Introductions
  • 4-5pm: Immigration Induction Talk

Thursday 17 September

  • 9am-12.45pm: Campus Life Talks
  • 9.30am-1pm: Freshers' Fair
  • 1-2pm: Lunch
  • 2-3pm: Collaborative Project
  • 3-4.30pm: Workshops

Friday 18 September

  • 9.30am-1pm: Collaborative Project
  • 1-2pm: Lunch
  • 2-3.30pm: Collaborative Project
  • 3.30-4.30pm: Final Showcase

Please note: timetables are subject to change. Please check back closer to induction week for a confirmed final schedule.

If you are unsure of where you need to be for an upcoming session please head to main reception and someone will be on hand to help you.

Course talk groups

Please use the dropdowns below to check which group your course is in for the morning talks.

  • Computer Science BSc (Hons)
  • Creative Computing BSc (Hons)
  • Digital Art BA (Hons)
  • Games Animation BA (Hons)
  • Games Arts BA (Hons)
  • Games Arts MA
  • Games Design BA (Hons)
  • Games Design MA
  • Games Development BSc (Hons)
  • Human Computer Interaction MSc
  • Studio Practice (Games) BA (Hons)
  • Virtual & Augmented Reality BA (Hons)
  • Acting BA (Hons)
  • Acting MA
  • Animation BA (Hons)
  • Animation MA
  • Composition for Screen BMus (Hons)
  • Design for Theatre & Screen BA (Hons)
  • Film Production BA (Hons)
  • Filmmaking MA
  • Music & Sound Production BA (Hons)
  • Studio Practice (Filmmaking) BA (Hons)
  • Comic and Concept Art BA (Hons)
  • Graphic Design BA (Hons)
  • Graphic Design MA
  • Interface & Interactive Design MA
  • Photography BA (Hons)
  • Photography MA
  • Studio Practice (Graphic Design) BA (Hons)
  • User Experience Design MA
  • Ceramics & Glass, BA (Hons)
  • Ceramics, MA
  • Fine Art, BA (Hons)
  • Fine Art, MA
  • Glass, MA
  • Illustration, BA (Hons)
  • Illustration, MA
  • Jewellery, MA
  • Jewellery & Silversmithing, BA (Hons)
  • Studio Practice (Illustration), BA (Hons)
  • Integrated Foundation Year
  • Integrated Pre-Masters 
  • International Foundation in Creative Practices

SU & social events

The Students' Union and departments across the university will also be running events during induction week:

Saturday 12 September

  • 4-6pm: Free Pizza in the Canteen

Monday 14 September

  • All week: Campus Bingo (collect your sheet from reception)
  • 10am-4pm: Puzzles and Board Games (Library)
  • 12-2pm: Bingo, Music & Meet-and-Greet
  • 2-4pm: Pre-Loved Stall (Library)

Tuesday 15 September

  • All week: Campus Bingo (collect your sheet from reception)
  • 10am-4pm: Puzzles and Board Games (Library)
  • 12-2pm: Farnham Kahoot
  • 2-4pm: Pre-Loved Stall (Library)

Wednesday 16 September

  • All week: Campus Bingo (collect your sheet from reception)
  • 12.45-1.30pm: Society Performances
  • Time TBC: Film Night

Thursday 17 September

  • All week: Campus Bingo (collect your sheet from reception)
  • 10am-1pm: Freshers' Fair
  • TBC: Live Music

Friday 18 September

  • All week: Campus Bingo (collect your sheet from reception)
  • 5.30pm: Alcohol-Free Karaoke Special

Related information


Make sure to check all the information below to ensure you're ready to begin your UCA adventure:

Online enrolment Induction timetables Preparing for university International students