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Ocean and Earth Science, National Oceanography Centre SouthamptonPostgraduate study

Arrival

In the weeks leading up to your arrival at Southampton, and during your first week, there are a number of things you will need to remember. Our induction programme is designed to help you settle in as quickly as possible, with help or advice available whenever you need it. For most students, 'arrival' means getting to your accommodation a week or so before the start of the teaching year.

To find out what you will need to do before you arrive, visit our postgraduate student welcome information. 

The following is an example timetable for first year UK students:

If your first language is not English, the University can help with both pre-sessional and ongoing language support. Find out about language support with the Centre for language study. 

If you have a disability or health condition, or need help balancing your work and personal commitments, the University has a variety of enabling, counselling and mentoring services. Find out more about education support.

International Welcome Programme

We encourage all new international postgraduates to register for our welcome programme, specifically designed for our international students. This takes place in September each year and includes general events to introduce you to the University of Southampton. There will also be academic induction events within your discipline, and a range of social and cultural activities. Find out more about the International Welcome Programme.

Induction to Chemistry

During your first few days in Chemistry you will meet your project supervisor and your Advisor, who is a further member of staff with whom you can discuss any concerns about academic assignments and who can offer individual tutorial support where required. We pride ourselves on an open door policy throughout the department, so you will always find a range of support to help you settle in quickly.

Beginning your programme

When you arrive at the National Oceanography Centre Southampton, you will be given support and guidance to help you settle in quickly and have the most successful start to your programme.

During induction week you will receive introductory lectures, meet with your supervisor and receive compulsory health and safety training that will provide an essential grounding to your research.

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