Postgraduate taught induction timetable for all law LLM programmes

12 noon–12.10pm

Welcome to the School of Law

Lecture

Welcome session with the Head of School.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

12.10–1pm

What is an LLM?

Lecture

Introduction to your studies from the PGT Co-Directors.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

1–2pm

Welcome Lunch

Social event

An informal chance to meet other LLM students and School of Law staff.

Law and Social Sciences, Atrium, University Park Campus

2–2.15pm

Welcome to your Students’ Union

A short presentation and Q&A with one of your Students' Union Officers about what the Students' Union offers and how you can get involved. Everything from being a Course Rep, being in a student society, representing the university in sport, where to get independent advice, creating change on your campus and much more.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

2.15–2.30pm 

Welcome from 22-23 Student Representative 

Interaction welcomed    

Hear from the School of Law’s postgraduate taught student representative (2022 cohort) about their time with the school.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus  

2.30–3pm 

IT Essentials 

Lecture  

Niall Ruane will cover the essential aspects of IT that new students need for their studies. 

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus 

3–3.30pm

Introduction to Academic Language and Communication Skills, Centre for English Language Education (ALACS, CELE)

An overview of the wide range of support on offer, including academic literacies, linguistic competence and communications skills whilst you are studying at the university.

Teams only

10am−4pm  

Students’ Union Welcome Fair  

Visit the Welcome Fair and find out more about all the societies and sports groups at the university. 

David Ross Sports Village, University Park Campus  

4−9pm  

Welcome Village  

Designed to offer students a central location where they can drop in and get involved in a range of different activities that embrace the full breadth of the university student experience.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

10.30–11.30am 

Staff and Student Coffee Morning

Social event

An informal opportunity to meet staff and students on the LLM programme.

Law and Social Sciences, Atrium, University Park Campus

11.30am–12 noon

Student Support Session

Lecture 

Interaction welcomed

A 30-minute introduction to support services from the Welfare team and PGT Senior Tutor.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

2−3pm

Library Resources – Getting Started

Lecture

Introduction to physical and digital library resources to support your studies from Senior Research Librarian Tony Simmonds.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

10am−3pm  

Students' Union Welcome Fair  

Visit the Welcome Fair and find out more about all the societies and sports groups at the university. 

David Ross Sports Village, University Park Campus   

3−4pm

British and Academic Culture (international students only) (CELE, (Academic Language and Communication Skills)

An overview of some interesting aspects of British culture and some insights into what academic culture in the UK expects from students.

Teams only

4.30−5.30pm

Your Introduction to University of Nottingham Libraries

Join our friendly Library staff for an online session that will explain how to get started with your libraries and how we can help you to achieve your study goals.

Teams only

Having problems accessing the session? Try this:

1. Click to join the Libraries Welcome Sessions Team

2. Select the channel for the type of welcome session you would like to join: Masters Students

3. Find your specific faculty/school welcome session on the list, click the session title, then click "join" at the scheduled start time

4−9pm  

Welcome Village  

Designed to offer students a central location where they can drop in and get involved in a range of different activities that embrace the full breadth of the university student experience.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

10−10.50am

Academic Integrity

Lecture

A compulsory session on academic integrity with Craig Rotherham, Co-Director of Postgraduate Assessment.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

11am−12 noon

Introduction to the Legal Skills Programme

Lecture 

Interaction welcomed

Our Legal Skills Team will provide an overview of the work they do and how they can support you in your studies. 

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

12 noon−1pm

Getting the Most Out of Your Seminars

Lecture 

Interaction welcomed

Help with managing workloads and tips on how to effectively manage your time when preparing for seminars. 

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

1−2pm

Reading and Writing in English (international students only) (Centre for English Language Education, (Academic Language and Communication Skills)

An overview of what might be expected of you during your study in terms of reading sources and writing assignments.

Teams only

2–4pm 

Group Personal Tutor Meetings

Interaction welcomed

Meet your personal tutor and the rest of your tutor group. Details about your tutor and the meeting location will follow.

Law and Social Sciences, A1, B1, University Park Campus

10am−4pm  

Students’ Union Discover Nottingham  

Find out what Nottingham has to offer. There will be information from local and national businesses, including on NCT bus passes.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

4−9pm  

Welcome Village  

Designed to offer students a central location where they can drop in and get involved in a range of different activities that embrace the full breadth of the university student experience.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

10–11am;

1–4pm 

Specialism Convenor Sessions 

Interaction welcomed

Specialism convenors introduce their specialism as a whole and then invite questions.

Refreshments will be provided.

Rooms in Law and Social Sciences Building, University Park Campus:

10–11am: EU Law, A100

10–11am: Human Rights Law, A2

10–11am: International Commercial Law, B1

1–2pm: International Law and Development, A25

1–2pm: International Law and Public International Law, A1

2–3pm: International Criminal Justice and Armed Conflict, A2

2–3pm: Criminal Justice, A3

3–4pm: Master of Laws LLM, B1 

11am–12 noon

Speaking and Listening in English (international students only)

(Centre for English Language Education, Academic Language and Communication Skills)

An overview of what you might face during your stay in the UK in terms of interacting with people inside and outside the university.

Teams only

12 noon–1pm

Finding the Right Law Online

Lecture

How to find relevant and reliable legal information using online databases, led by Senior Research Librarian Tony Simmonds.

Law and Social Sciences, B62, University Park Campus

12 noon–12.30pm 

Specialism Session for MA Social Science Research Socio-Legal Studies

Interaction welcomed

A meeting with the school’s ESRC-DTP Pathways lead, Nell Munro.

Law and Social Sciences, A100, University Park Campus  

2–3pm

Academic Essentials (Centre for English Language Education, Academic Language and Communication Skills)

An overview of the academic conventions you are expected to follow by the university, including academic integrity, criticality and formality.

Teams only

2−4pm 

Law Society Second-Hand Book Sale and School of Law Drop-In Help Session

Interaction welcomed

The school team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. 

Law and Social Sciences, Atrium, University Park Campus

3−4pm

International Student Icebreaker Meet and Greet

Social event

We invite our international students to join us and meet fellow international students for some fun activities and the opportunity to make some new connections.

Law and Social Sciences, A3, University Park Campus

4−5pm

Your IT Essentials (IT Induction) 

Discover all about the IT services available to assist you with your studies, getting connected, accessing software and apps and staying safe online. You can ask any follow-on questions at our Smart Bar service on-campus and online – check the help and support page for more information.

Teams only

10am−4pm  

Students’ Union Discover Nottingham  

Find out what Nottingham has to offer. There will be information from local and national businesses, including on NCT bus passes.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

4−9pm  

Welcome Village  

Designed to offer students a central location where they can drop in and get involved in a range of different activities that embrace the full breadth of the university student experience.  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

9am–11am 

Introduction to Research Centres

Lecture 

Interaction welcomed

Hear from the directors of the school’s research centres. 

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

11–11.30am 

Q&A with the PGT Co-Directors

Lecture 

Interaction welcomed

A chance to raise any queries or concerns with the PGT Co-Directors.

Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus

12 noon–12.45pm 

Students Talking: From One Year to the Next 

Interaction welcomed 

Hear from 22-23 students about their experiences of study. This session may be of particular interest for international students navigating culture shock. 

Law and Social Sciences, B55, University Park Campus 

1–2pm

Academic Communication (CELE, (Academic Language and Communication Skills))

The main modes of academic communication used at the university, Moodle and email, and how to make the best and most appropriate use of them.

Teams only

10am−4pm  

Students’ Union Independent Fair  

Welcome Village, Trent East Car Park Marquee, University Park Campus   

3−5pm  

School of Law Big Welcome Event  

Social event 

Come join the School of Law for a chance to unwind and enjoy an informal afternoon, meeting staff and your fellow course mates with free pizza and drinks.

Monica Partridge, Atrium, University Park Campus 

12 noon−2pm;

2−4pm

Walking Tour of Nottingham City Centre

Students are invited to join Professor Dino Kritsiotis for a walking tour of Nottingham city centre – sign up to join the walking tour: https://forms.office.com/e/bzebWb9zei

Market Square, Nottingham city centre