Welcome Week 2024

Please note that the next academic year will begin on Monday 23 September 2024 for students in all years of study whose courses normally start at the end of September.

Welcome Week will commence on Monday 23 September.

We're putting together an exciting programme of activities, all geared towards ensuring you hit the ground running in the next academic year, whether you're a new student joining us for the first time, or a returning student.

Alongside centralised activities open to all students, including our campus marketplace, Freshers' Fair at Keele SU, nights out and workshops, you'll also be able to attend School-specific events organised by your School. These sessions will introduce you to the year ahead, ensure you have key information, and give you the chance to check in with staff and fellow students in both formal and informal events.

Activities may include:

  • skill-building sessions
  • looking ahead to key elements of your course
  • learning about the best ways to succeed in your studies
  • hearing about inspiring research in your School
  • planning ahead for careers
  • meeting up with your academic mentor

Of course, there will be a good sprinkling of School social events too so that you have a chance to connect with students and staff in a fun way.

You'll be expected to attend all School sessions during the week, as this is an important part of the academic calendar. Compulsory sessions will appear on your timetable, and details of additional Welcome events will be available in the What's On section of the Keele App. 

Make sure you have downloaded the Keele App onto your device, or are accessing it regularly via a web browser - just go to app.keele.ac.uk - to view events taking place on campus.