Welcome to Southampton

Three students walking outside the entrance to Centenary Building, also known as Building 100, on the University of Southampton's Highfield campus.

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.

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.

  • 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.