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International induction week

We’re looking forward to you joining our diverse community of students at St Mary’s – our Simmies – and supporting you anytime you need us.

International Induction Week is designed to help you settle into university life and access all the essential information you need before you begin your studies. These sessions run alongside the main University Induction Week and are specifically for international students.

The in-person sessions are delivered by key university departments to provide practical guidance on living in the UK, understanding visa responsibilities, and using student services. The online sessions ran by our Student Success Team, focuses on academic preparation, English language support, and getting you set up for the academic year.

To make the most of your start at St Mary’s, it is important to attend both the and , as they cover different topics. Please make sure you register for in-person and online international induction sessions to get the full support available.
Important

  • Please register for both and .
  • Check your email for additional resources from Student Success Team for the online sessions.

Your new home, your Simmies: in-person sessions

Find a copy of the digital campus map on the .

Please email if you have any quesitons regarding the in-person sessions.


Online sessions (Student Success Team)

These sessions are separate from the in-person induction and will cover:

  • Getting set up at the university
  • English language support
  • Preparing for the academic year

Dates and times

  • Thursday 11 September: 8am – 11:30am
  • Friday 12 September: 8am – 11:30am
  • Friday 19 September: 8am – 11:30am

Important information

  • Please register for both in-person and online sessions.
  • Check your email for additional resources from Student Services.