Welcome Week is a fantastic programme to help new students start university feeling confident, settled and ready for their new adventure.
Now in its fifth year, Welcome Week has grown to include even more opportunities for students to learn about their new home, what support and services are available, meet people and develop a sense of belonging to the UEA community.
Welcome 2024 programme
It's finally here! From student panels to dog walks, crafting extravaganzas to massages - there's something for everyone. Explore what's in store and start planning your first few weeks at UEA.
These sessions, plus many more including steadfast favourites such as the SU Societies and Club Fairs, are sure to help new students engage with everything that UEA has to offer.
Schedules for International Welcome and Arrivals weekend
International orientation takes place Wednesday 11 - Friday 13 September, with a number of activities organised by the Study Abroad Office, the Student Life Team, the Student Union, and individual subject schools.
Arrivals weekend is Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 September, when the majority of new students will arrive on campus, and a programme of activity has been created to help you get settled as soon as you arrive at UEA.
Explore the full schedules below.
Schedules for Welcome Week
Welcome Week runs from Monday 16 - Friday 20 September, with a jam-packed week of events to get stuck into. Come along to whatever interests you and get to know your new community at UEA.
Explore each daily schedule below.
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Follow UEA and uea(su) social media accounts for official event info – you'll be able to find daily schedules and updates during Welcome Week.