Brewing Science and Practice 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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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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Online via Teams - follow this link:
https://bit.ly/3NUK93X
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Tuesday 26 September
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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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11-11.45am
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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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12-1pm
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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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Online via Teams - follow this link:
https://tinyurl.com/yck3s28v
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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
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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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Procrastination, perfectionism, and managing your time
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Understanding and addressing procrastination.
How perfectionism influences working habits.
Tools for long, medium, and short-term planning
Setting SMART goals.
Working with high and low focus times.
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Online via Teams - follow this link:
Click here to join the meeting
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1-5pm
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Student Union Welcome Fair on Sutton Bonington Campus
(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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09.30-10.45
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Course welcome and Introductions (Brewing academic team)
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Meet with your Course Director Dr David Cook and academic and support team
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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10.45-11.00
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Refreshments Break
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11.00-12.00
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What is Brewing? (part 1) (Stephen Lawrence/David Cook/Joanna Yorke/Chris Powell/Rod White)
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A guide to studying the MSc Brewing Science & Practice, with Q&A
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12.00-13.00
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LUNCH
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13.00-14.30
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Course Activity (Dave Cook & Chris Powell)
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A guide to studying the MSc Brewing Science & Practice, with Q&A
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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14.30-15.15
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Course Activity (Chris Powell & Dave Cook)
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BABS building and facilities tours
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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15.15
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Course Activity and CLOSE of day program.
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Cohort group photograph
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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15.30
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Departure to craft Brewery (Neon Raptor)?
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Opportunity to visit a local craft brewery
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Depart from Brewing & Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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Visit to Canal House for refreshments/ meal.
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Course Social
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Canal House Nottingham
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Friday 29 September
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10.00-11.00
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What is Brewing? (part 2) (Stephen Lawrence/David Cook/Joanna Yorke/Chris Powell/Rod White)
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A guide to studying the MSc Brewing Science & Practice, with Q&A
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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11.00-11.15
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Refreshments Break
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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11.15-12.15
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Introducing the Molson Coors Award Scholarship
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Presentation by Rebecca Marandolo (Molson Coors UK)
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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12.15-13.15
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LUNCH
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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13.15-14.15
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Tour of the AB InBev Research Brewery (Jack Cavanagh, ABInBev + Rod White/ Dave Cook)
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A chance to talk to brewers and scientists in a world leading research brewery.
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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14.15-15.15
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Course Activity
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An historical perspective on brewing and the development of beer styles.
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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15.15-15.30
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Refreshments Break
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15.30-16.30
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The global beer market and its major brands (Stephen Lawrence)
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The global beer market and its major brands.
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C13 Brewing and Bioenergy Building, Sutton Bonington Campus
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16.30
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CLOSE
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