What are the induction arrangements in the department?
There is a compulsory departmental induction at the beginning of 0th Week (the week before the start of your first term, usually in October but check the dates) in the autumn (Michaelmas) Term and all students are expected to attend. This is where you will receive information on the Department and the University, an introduction to your course, and how to use the Department/University computer systems and the University libraries. The MSc courses will hold group meetings where you will learn more about the course content including information on available option courses, timetables, examinations and facilities. The induction will also include a social event where you will have the opportunity to meet your classmates and other MSc students and also meet members of staff. You will also receive a college induction during this week. On Monday of the first week of term (week 1) there is a poster conference at which research groups in the Department display their research, and a social event
