Welcome to Southampton
We're pleased to have you with us! On this page, you'll find the essential tasks you will need to complete before you start at the University. You'll also find some useful information about joining your new community.
Your essential tasks
Complete these tasks to help make your start at university go as smoothly as possible.
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Check whether you need a visaIf you are not a British citizen or Irish national, you may need a visa to study with us. -
Set up your IT accountSet up an account for your University email and other IT systems, including Blackboard.
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Upload your documentsFrom Monday 4 August 2025, you must upload the identity documents we need before you start your studies with us.
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Enrol at the UniversityEnrolment opens on Monday 4 August 2025. From this date, you can officially join the University. You'll need your IT account details to do this.
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Apply for a student ID cardOnce you've set up your IT account and enrolled, you can apply for your ID card.
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Sort out your accommodationYou need to finalise your accommodation or let us know you'll be living at your home address.
Inductions and community
Once you've completed your essential tasks, you can start exploring your new community. If you’re joining us from abroad, why not also let us meet you at the airport?
When you have your results, you can also complete your induction on Blackboard, our online learning environment, before your studies begin.
Key Welcome dates
- Welcome Weekend: Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September 2025
- Welcome and Inductions Week: Monday 22 September to Friday 26 September 2025
- Start of teaching: Monday 29 September 2025
Campus maps
You can view our interactive campus maps to start finding your way around our campuses.