Last week you may have received an apology email from us in error regarding attending our Headstart transition event.
If you received this email please be assured that your place at UEA for this September is confirmed and there is no action you need to take.
Get ahead - join us at our transition events
The deadline to apply is Tuesday 29 August 2023 at 12pm.
Join us at our transition event for new undergraduate students!
In September we are running events to support new undergraduate students, Headstart (an on-campus event) and Skills for Success (an online webinar series). We have invited firm offer holders who meet the eligibility criteria for these events by email, and we will confirm your place at our events if you are successful in meeting your offer to study at UEA.
Headstart
This event takes places on UEA campus. This day aims to welcome you to UEA, by allowing you to experience campus, meet other new students and receive some practical advice from students and staff within your faculty – all to help give you a head-start before you begin.
Worried about travel costs?
We have a travel fund that can be used to cover the costs associated with traveling to this event. Apply online or ask the team for more information: travel.fund@uea.ac.uk
Here’s what we’ll cover:
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Budgeting at UEA – our student life team will guide you through how you can create a budget and the important things to consider. This talk will also detail useful resources you can use in the budgeting process. Finally, you’ll hear all about the cost-of-living support on campus, as we know this is a key concern for students.
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Welcome to UEA Library – get a tour of the UEA library. See the amazing facilities, view our campus and meet the friendly team of library staff that are there to support you.
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Support services information fair – meet representatives from the variety of support services we have at UEA and get your questions answered. This is your chance to find out about how you can make the most of your time at university and what it has to offer.
You will also take part in faculty specific sessions, depending on which faculty you are studying in. Faculty sessions are as follows:
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How to thrive in a lecture – this session will detail how you can prepare for a lecture and take notes effectively.
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Taster Anatomy lecture & discussion – this is a chance to practice what you’ve learnt, through attending a lecture and reflecting on how you found the experience as a group.
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Ask the ambassadors – top tips from current students on the skills needed to succeed at UEA.
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Independent learning – a discussion of the skills needed to be a successful independent learner.
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A tour of your subject area – student ambassadors will show you around areas of campus & facilities that are relevant to your chosen subject.
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How to make the best start at university education – this session will detail the people and resources available to you during your time at UEA and discuss how to get the most out of lectures.
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A drugs journey through the body – this taster lecture will allow you to experience what a lecture is and put the skills you have learnt into practice.
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Learning modes at University – This session will examine seminars, lectures, and independent learning and detail how students will learn and conduct research whilst at UEA.
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Improving your research and learning skills – This session will consider the skills involved in navigating classroom experiences.
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Becoming a successful SSF student – This session will detail how you can thrive at UEA and introduce you to some key members of staff.
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Preparing for Learning - Have a go at preparing for a university level seminar or tutorial discussion. How will you use the sources and manage your time?
When is it?
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and Faculty of Sciences
Monday 11th September 09:45 – 16:00
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Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Faculty of Social Sciences
Tuesday 12th September 09:45 – 16:00
If you are unsure what faculty your subject sits in, you can find out on our Faculties and Schools page.
Skills for Success Webinars
What is Skills for Success?
As part of Headstart, you are invited to join our unique webinar series to help prepare you for starting university. You will get tailor-made studying advice, tips and guidance, from UEA academics and a range of specialist support services, along with vital strategies to support your wellbeing, as you step up to university life. You can access 4 webinars for free, from the comfort of your own home – all you need to take part is a laptop or PC and 1.5 hours of your time!
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Becoming a more independent learner
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How to manage your time successfully
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An introduction to the Wellbeing team at UEA – including where to get support with disabilities or specific learning needs
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An introduction to The Learning Enhancement Team (UEA’s very own learning support service) - including how to sign up for study cafes and workshop
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An introduction to our academic librarians
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An introduction to the physical UEA Library and how to get the most out of it
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Finding your way around the digital library, including using the catalogue and your course reading lists
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The Student Information Zone (The ‘SIZ’) and what it can offer you
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How to make the most of lectures and seminars – tips and advice from academic staff
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A session from our Wellbeing team on how to manage stress
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The Student Information Zone (The ‘SIZ’) and what it can offer you
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First assignment skills, including tips and strategies to get you writing
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A session from our Wellbeing team on self-care and finding a good study/life balance · An introduction to The Students Union (SU) peer mentoring scheme, ‘Buddy SU’
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Time for your questions
We recommend attending all four sessions but if you can’t make them all, no problem – just come to the ones you can.
How do I apply?
To attend these events please complete our application form below.
Please note that spaces are limited for our Headstart event.
The deadline to apply is Tuesday 29 August 2023 at 12pm.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, check out our FAQ below, or send us an email at schoolsoutreach@uea.ac.uk.
Frequently asked questions
Headstart: There are a total of 200 places available at Headstart across the 2 days, with 50 places per faculty.
Skills for success: We do not have a limit on the number of students that can attend these events, so all eligible students will receive an invite (please see eligibility criteria below).
As an Outreach team we are passionate about making sure students from backgrounds under-represented in higher education thrive at UEA and are given the best start to their time with us. As part of a continuation of this work, we are inviting all students who have; received a contextual offer (more info here); Mature Students; students who are/or have been in Local Authority Care and students who have limited family support due to estrangement. You can find out about our work here.
If you have any questions, please email us at: schoolsoutreach@uea.ac.uk
Headstart – This event will take place at the University of East Anglia campus. Don’t forget about our travel fund for those that are travelling, this will cover the cost of travelling to the event.
Skills for success – These will take place online via Teams.
You only need to attend the event on the day that corresponds with your faculty.
If your subject is in the Faculty of Medicine & Health or the Faculty of Sciences you will attend on Monday 11 September 2023.
If your subject is in the Faculty of Arts & Humanities or the Faculty of Social Sciences you will attend on Tuesday 12 September 2023.
If you are unsure what faculty your subject is, you can find out on our Faculties and Schools page.
You will only need to attend the event of the day that is for your faculty.
We have some great information about travelling to campus. This details public transport that you could use to get to campus for Headstart. We recommend travelling to campus by public transport, as parking is limited.
For those that have mobility requirements parking on campus is available, the cost of which will be covered.
We recommend attending all four sessions but if you can’t make them all, no problem – just come to the ones you can.
The webinars will be live on Teams, which is easy to use. We will send you information with the simple steps you need to take, to get set up.
If you are unable to attend the event we have lots of other support available for new students:
Preparing for University MOOC
Our free online Preparing for University MOOC covers the key skills needed to succeed at university. For more information and how to sign up, visit our MOOC page.
Mature Student Support
We offer additional support for mature students at UEA. We welcome students from all ages and backgrounds and have a thriving mature student community. To reach Gemma (our Outreach Officer for mature students) please email: maturestudents@uea.ac.uk
CEES Network
Our CEES (Care Experienced and Estranged Students) Network (UEA login required) supports students with experience of local authority care or limited family support due to estrangement. Liz & Lucy from the CEES Network can be contacted at: cees@uea.ac.uk
Information for commuters
We have some great information about travelling to campus. If you have any further questions about commuting, please email: commuters@uea.ac.uk
Additional Resources
We have a range of resources to support transition available on the preparing for university section of our Resource Centre.