Welcome Day 2025
Welcome to the School of Biological Sciences at QUB!
Congratulations on receiving an offer to study one of our undergraduate programmes here at the school!
This webpage has all the key information you will need to make a successful start to your undergraduate programme. Don’t worry too much about anything else – other key information will be given out on the Welcome Day, and throughout your first week at QUB.
All new undergraduate students should attend our Welcome Day, Thursday 11th September, 10am.
The Welcome Day will take place in the School of Biological Sciences, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL. This is just a short 5-10min walk from the main QUB campus (Lanyon Building).
You'll have the opportunity to meet staff and fellow students and take a brief campus tour. Please find the schedule for the day below, along with important information on what you need to do beforehand.
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What do I need to do before I come?
- Please read your University Welcome Pack very carefully and complete all required tasks, particularly the Enrolment and Registration. You can also check MyQueens for more info.
- Log into Canvas and Outlook using your University log-in details. You should also install the apps on your mobile phone. Your personal email will no longer be used to communicate with you past this point.
- You should order your practical equipment:
- a laboratory coat is required by all students except Environmental Management.
- a dissection kit is required by all students on Biological Sciences, Marine Biology and Zoology, as well as Microbiology students planning to study the module BIO1305 Biodiversity. Environmental Management, Food and Biochemistry do not require a dissection kit.
- Please retain your email receipt as proof of purchase. You will need this to be able to collect it.
- Collection details will be provided at a later date.
- Where do I go?
The Welcome Day will take place in the School of Biological Sciences, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL.
This is just a short 5-10min walk from the main QUB campus (Lanyon Building).
- What's going to happen on the day?
Time Session 10.30 - 10:45 Welcome Talk
A brief introduction from the Head of School, Professor Nigel Scollan, and the Director of Undergraduate Education, Dr Lorraine Scott.
10:45 - 11:00 Introduction to the Personal Tutor System
Dr Louise Atkinson will provide an overview of tutor role and support available.
11:00 - 11:15 Introduction to Peer Mentoring
Dr Jeanette Roberts & Dr Susan Doherty will share an overview of the scheme.
11:15 - 12:15 Programme Inductions
Meet your Programme Director, as well as other staff who teach on the programme, and your fellow students!
12:15 - 13:00 Lunch 13:00 - 13:15 Information & Support Session
Key staff in the School and the University will introduce you to the support services and key contacts available to make your studies a success.
13.15 - 14:15 The Big Biology Quiz
Take part in a fun quiz with other members of your programme so you can get to know each other!
14:15 - 15:30 Building and Campus Tour
Staff and Peer Mentors will take you on a short campus tour to show you where your classes will be, along with other key points of interest.
15:30 - 16:30 Drop In Session
Transitions Team & members of the Education Team will be available to answer any questions you may have.
- Who should I look out for?
Here are some friendly faces that you should keep an eye out for if you are unsure or have any questions!
All new undergraduate students should also attend our Green Training Day, Friday 12th September, 9.30am.
The Green Training Day will take place in the Undergraduate Teaching Lab, Lower Ground Floor, School of Biological Sciences, 19 Chlorine Gardens, Belfast, BT9 5DL.
You will be introduced to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and receive Carbon Literacy Training accredited by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful - definitely one for the CV!
Lunch will be provided (4pm finish).