Before you arrive
Preparing to join us
Welcome to the School of Mathematical Sciences
We would like to welcome you to the University of Nottingham and the School of Mathematical Sciences. We are delighted that you have chosen to join us, and we look forward to meeting and working with you!
Here you can find out a bit more about how you can prepare to start your journey with us.
"Wherever your interests lie, we are sure your studies here will extend them in new directions, as well as helping you to develop your intellectual confidence and maturity."
- Professor Paul Houston, Head of the School of Mathematical Sciences
Preparing for your degree to-do list
Please make sure you do the following before Welcome Week:
1. View your preparatory resources
2. Prepare for study at university
Begin your university journey with our ‘prepare for your science degree' course on FutureLearn.
This free course introduces you to Faculty of Science staff and students, presents essential academic skills, and explains how university study differs from school or college. Self-guided content is released weekly (over 3 weeks) and can be completed at any time before you begin your studies.
Get ready for success in your science degree!
Register for the FutureLearn Course
3. Explore the Welcome Week Moodle page
The University of Nottingham use Moodle which is a virtual learning environment where you will be able to find your learning materials (e.g., lecture slides) and where you submit your assessments, etc.
We expect you to be able to access the Welcome Week page from 9 September.
Please note you will need to have activated your university IT account first!
Undergraduate student Moodle page
Postgraduate taught student Moodle page
4. Get social
Keep up to date with school news and events via social media
5. Check your emails regularly
Once you have activated your university email address, make sure you check this email address regularly as this is our primary way of communicating with you. Keep a look out for informative pre-course information emails.
We're here to support you
We hope you enjoy your time at Nottingham. If you are unsure about anything in these early weeks, don’t be afraid to ask questions or seek help from staff. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
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