Biotechnology induction timetable
Your induction is a programme of activities and events to introduce you to your school and course. It's important that you attend each induction activity to give you the best start to the year.
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Monday 25 September
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12-1pm
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Lunchtime BBQ for Postgraduate students
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Outside the Barn entrance, Sutton Bonington Campus
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1-1.45pm
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Welcome to MSc Biotechnology
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Meet with your Course Director Dr Nagamani Bora
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B13 Main Building Sutton Bonington Campus
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2-2.45pm
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Welcome to Biosciences – starting your postgraduate journey
Compulsory for all students
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Meet the Head of School, Director of Education & Student Experience and our Senior Tutor.
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B01/02 Gateway
Sutton Bonington Campus
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3.00-3.45pm
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Introduction to University support, health and wellbeing
Compulsory for all students
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Meet your key contacts for the chaplaincy, welfare and disability services
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B01/02 Gateway
Sutton Bonington Campus
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4-5pm
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Your IT Essentials (IT Induction) - ONLINE
Compulsory for all students
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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.
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Microsoft Teams
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Tuesday 26 September
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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10-10.45am
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Strong Together!
Hosted by Sean May
Compulsory for all students
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An introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the University. Learn about our diverse student community and how you can support each other.
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A33 Food Sciences Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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11-11.45
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Welcome to Students Union and The Guild
Compulsory for all students
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An introduction to the Students Union, The Guild at Sutton Bonington and how you can get involved
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A46, Committee Room, Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12-12.30pm
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Question Time (optional)
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Have a question? Can’t find the answer? Our staff are ready to help you
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Microsoft Teams
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4.30-5.15pm
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Researcher in the Spotlight
Speaker: Tim Parr
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Find out about how Biosciences research is finding solutions for real world issues.
Today’s topic - alternative proteins- creepy crawlies, bugs and other tasty delights.
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A30 Vet School, Sutton Bonington Campus
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Wednesday 27 September
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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9-9.40am
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Doctors' surgery information
(UK resident students)
Compulsory for all students living on Sutton Bonington Campus
UK resident students should attend the session 9-9.40am
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Find out about the local Doctors surgery and how to register with the surgery.
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A30 Vet School, Sutton Bonington Campus
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9.40-10.20am
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Doctors' surgery information
(International students)
Compulsory for all students living on Sutton Bonington Campus
International students should attend the session 9.40-10.20am with their passport.
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Find out about the local Doctors surgery and how to register with the surgery.
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A30 Vet School, Sutton Bonington Campus
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11-12pm
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Consent Session - Let's be Clear on Consent
Compulsory
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The workshop is an interactive face-to-face session
Developed in collaboration with current students, Consent Training will be offered to all first-year students at the beginning of the 2023 academic year. The workshop is an interactive face-to-face session to explore; Why is consent important? What is it? What does it look like? and how can we contribute to a positive and safe university community?
Please be aware that in the workshop we will be discussing sensitive issues relating to consent and sexual violence. This will connect to the lived experience of some students who are joining the university. Please feel supported to choose not to attend the workshop if this is not right/appropriate for you. Please be aware that you can access support if you are affected by these issues from your Support and Wellbeing Team or by contacting us via Report and Support.
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A33, Food Sciences Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12-1pm
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Social Event
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A46 Committee Room, Main Building, Sutton Bonnington
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3.-4.pm
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British and Academic Culture (international students only)
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This session gives you an overview of some interesting aspects of British culture and some insights into what academic culture in the UK expects from students.
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Microsoft Teams
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1-5pm
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Student Union Welcome Fair
(recommended)
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Discover student clubs and societies on offer. This is your opportunity to register your interest and join clubs and societies based at Sutton Bonington Campus
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Sports Centre, Sutton Bonington Campus
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Thursday 28 September
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10.30 am-12pm
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Introduction to MSc Biotechnology
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Course Induction
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B12, Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12-12.30pm
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Question Time (optional)
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Have a question? Can’t find the answer? Our staff are ready to help you
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Microsoft Teams
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1-2pm
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Superlab!
Compulsory
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Laboratory taster session
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Peter Buttery Lab, North Laboratory, Sutton Bonington Campus
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3-4pm
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Your introduction to University of Nottingham Libraries - ONLINE
Compulsory for all students
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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.
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Microsoft Teams
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Friday 29 September
| Time | Activity | Description | Venue |
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10am-12pm
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MSc Biotechnology
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Meet and collaborate with course mates.
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B12 Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12-1pm
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MSc Biotechnology Lunch
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An opportunity to further connect with your course mates.
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B12 Main Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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2-3pm
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Academic Essentials
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This session aims to help you understand the academic conventions you are expected to follow by the University, including academic integrity, criticality and formality
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Microsoft Teams
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