ISAT have organised some events and workshops to help you to settle into life in the UK and at Oxford Brookes. Arrivals activities are organised during Welcome Weekend and Induction week (16 - 22 September 2023) and we will update this page regularly. We look forward to welcoming you!
Visa & Pre-arrival Information session for EU Students - Friday1 September 2023
When: Friday1 September 2023 from 11:00am to 12:00pm (UK time)
Where: online on zoom - Click here to join the online Zoom session. You don't need to register for a Zoom account to join.
Booking: No booking is required
Are you a student from the EU joining in September 2023? Take part in this online workshop to get useful information about travelling to the UK, support available and to learn about your responsibilities if studying on a student visa.
International Students' Meeting Point (ISMP) - from Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
When: Daily from 10:00 to 15:00 from Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
Location: The Forum, John Henry Brookes Building (JHBB), Headington Campus
The International Student Meeting point (ISMP) is a help desk for new international students, Our International Student Advisers and International Student Helpers are here to answer any questions you have. Come and see us to join one of our free tours, learn about our events, get a map of the city, pick up a SIM card, or just to have a chat.
Campus tours from Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
When: Daily at 11:00 and 13:00 from Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
Meeting point: International Student Meeting Point (ISMP) - Forum - JHBB, Headington campus
Booking: No booking is required however, please note that we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time to join.
Headington Campus tours for international students. The tours will be led by our International Student Helpers and will last approximately 1 hour.
City centre tours - Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
When: Daily at 14:00 from Saturday 16 September 2023 to Wednesday 20 September 2023
Meeting point: International Student Meeting Point (ISMP) at 13.30 or Carfax Tower, Queen St, Oxford OX1 1ET at 14.00
Booking: No booking is required however, please note that we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time to join. The event is free of charge.
Join us for a tour of the city centre to explore Oxford, find out information about shops and points of interest and to make friends. Tours will last approximately 1 hour.
Welcome Breakfast - Sunday 17 September 2023
When: from 10:00 to 12:00 on Sunday 17 September 2023
Location: JHBB 408, John Henry Brookes Building (JHBB), Headington Campus
Booking: No booking is required however, please note that we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time. The event is free of charge.
Take part in a fun quiz with other new international students over breakfast! We will provide hot drinks, juice and pastries.
International Students’ Welcome Quiz - Thursday 21 September 2023
When: from 17:30 to 19:30 on Thursday 21 September 2023
Location: The Terrace, John Henry Brookes Building (level 1), Headington Campus
Booking: No booking is required however, please note that we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time to join. The event is free of charge.
Time to relax and make friends! Join the International Student Advice Team and Student Helpers for a quiz (with free food and prizes).
Historic walking tour of Oxford - Friday 22 September 2023
When: 14:00 on Friday 22 September 2023
Meeting point: Martyr’s Memorial, 13 Magdalen Street, Oxford OX1 3AE
Booking: No booking is required however, please note that we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time to join. The event is free of charge.
Join Rob, our amazing tour guide, for a walking tour of historic Oxford and its colleges. Tours last approximately 1 hour.
Guided tour of London - Saturday 23 September 2023
When: Saturday 23 September 2023
Price: £13
Meeting point: Rob, our tour guide, will meet you at the London Victoria Rail Station bus stop at 11.30am (UK time)
Meeting time: 11:30am (UK time)
Booking: Booking required. The link to book your place will be available in our online shop from 11 September 2023.
Join this guided walking tour of London to discover some of the most famous landmarks of the UK's capital city! Our tour guide Rob will share some fascinating stories with you, and tell you about London's history as you walk past: Buckingham Palace, St James’ Park, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Whitehall, Downing Street, Horse Guards parade, Trafalgar Square and South Bank.
Schedule:
The exact schedule will be confirmed by Rob on the day. Students who wish to stay in London can check our Things to do in London page for suggestions of things to do after the tour.
Transport:
Please note that you need to organise and pay for your own transport to and from London. We recommend that you book an early coach or train, as there may be delays during your journey. If you have a lot of spare time in London before the start of the tour, you can grab a coffee or go for a wander around the area.