Undergraduate BA Economics and Philosophy (LV15) induction timetable
Your induction is a programme of activities and events to introduce you to your school and course. It's important that you attend each induction activity to give you the best start to the year.
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Please note: This is a Joint Honours degree and this timetable is for activities and meetings organised by the School of Economics. Please check with your other school (Philosophy) for their activities.
University card collection times and locations: Please visit the card collection webpage to find out when and where you can collect your card.
Additional Welcome Week events: Visit the events page to explore the exciting activities that you can get involved in across our campuses throughout Welcome Week.
Monday 25 September
Welcome activities taking place on Monday 25 September
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10am– 12 noon
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Introduction to the Philosophy Department
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An introduction to the Department of Philosophy, with a chance to ask questions.
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Law and Social Sciences Building, B63, University Park Campus
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4pm–5pm
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IT (Information Technology) Induction – Your IT Essentials
All economics first years to attend (single and joint honours)
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Discover all about the IT services available to assist you with your studies. You can ask any follow-on questions at our Smart Bar service – check help and support for more information.
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Online meeting using Microsoft Teams.
Join the meeting
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Tuesday 26 September
Welcome activities taking place on Tuesday 26 September
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Various (see timings in next column)
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Studying in the School of Economics
All students to attend at the time listed for your course below:
10am - L100 surname A-C
11am - L100 surname D-J
12 noon - L100 surname K-P
1pm - L100 surname Q-Z
2pm - L140 and L160
3pm - LV15, L1R1, L1R2, L1R4
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Welcome from the Deputy Head of School for Studies, Professor David Harvey who will talk through your degree structure and module choices, and introduce teaching and assessment within the School of Economics.
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Sir Clive Granger, A39, University Park Campus
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4–4.30pm
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Your Introduction to University of Nottingham Libraries
All economics students to attend (single and joint honours)
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Join our library staff for an online session that will explain how to get started with your libraries and how we can help you to achieve your study goals.
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Online meeting using Microsoft Teams
Join the meeting
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Wednesday 27 September
Welcome activities taking place on Wednesday 27 September
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Economics Scavenger Hunt
Please check your email for details on meeting location and times.
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Get to know students on your course as well as the school and University Park Campus. Prizes for the winning team.
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Sir Clive Granger School of Economics, University Park Campus
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1–2pm
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Elevating Your Student Experience Within the School of Economics
All economics first years to attend (single and joint honours)
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Key event dates for your calendars, opportunities open to you and hear from your economics society presidents and second year peers (including information about our Peer Mentoring scheme).
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Law and Social Sciences, B63, University Park Campus
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Thursday 28 September
Welcome activities taking place on Thursday 28 September
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10–11.15am
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Let’s be Clear on Consent
For all economics first years (single and joint honours)
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An interactive face-to-face workshop to explore; Why is consent important? What is it? What does it look like? and how can we contribute to a positive and safe university community?*
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Keighton Auditorium, B60, University Park Campus
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3–4.30pm
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School of Economics Welcome and Induction
All economics first years to attend (single and joint honours)
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Hear from Head of Economics, Professor Kim Scharf, Year One Director, Dr Maria Garcia-Vega along with the Senior Tutor, Careers, Placements and Wellbeing teams.
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Coates Road Auditorium, University Park Campus
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4.30–6pm
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School of Economics Social
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An opportunity to meet your new peers and get to know your cohort in an informal atmosphere. Free refreshments and pizza will be provided.
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Coates Road Auditorium, University Park Campus
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Friday 29 September
Welcome activities taking place on Friday 29 September
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1–3pm
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Economics Drop-in Coffee and Cake
Open to all economics first years (single and joint honours)
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Join economics staff and students anytime between 1 to 3pm to finish off welcome week with coffee and cake. Also a chance to ask any questions you may have.
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Sir Clive Granger, A63, University Park Campus
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* Please be aware that in the ‘Let’s Talk About Consent’ workshop we will be discussing sensitive issues relating to consent and sexual violence. This will connect to the lived experience of some students who are joining the university. Please feel supported to choose not to attend the workshop if this is not right/appropriate for you. Please be aware that you can access support if you are affected by these issues from your Support and Wellbeing Team or by contacting us via Report and Support.