International Student Advice Team (ISAT) have organised some events and workshops to help you to settle into life in the UK and at Oxford Brookes University. Arrivals activities are organised during Induction Week and we will update this page regularly.
We look forward to welcoming you!
If you are a new student joining us in January, we recommend attending both of our online Student Visa Application and Preparing for your Arrival Workshops.
When: Daily from Sunday 18 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm.
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, pick up a SIM card, or just to have a chat.
When: Sunday 18 January 2026 to Wednesday 21 January 2026, 11.00am and 1.00pm.
Meeting point: International Student Meeting Point (ISMP), The Forum, 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 to join.
Headington Campus tours are for international students. The tours will be led by our International Student Helpers and will last approximately 1 hour.
When: Sunday 18 January and Monday 19 January 2026, 1.30pm.
Meeting point: International Student Meeting Point (ISMP) at 1.30pm or Carfax Tower, Queen St, Oxford OX1 1ET at 2.00pm.
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.
Are you moving into one of the Brookes Halls this January?
The Brookes Residences Team will be running guided tours of the halls so you can find you way around and check out where the facilities are. ISAT will also be coming along to the tours, to say hello and let you know how we can help you as an international student at Oxford Brookes.
When: Monday 19 January 2025
Tour times and sign up form will be released soon, check back here for updates.
When: Tuesday 20 January 2026, 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
Location: The Terrace, John Henry Brookes Building (JHBB), Headington Campus.
Booking: This is a free event. No booking is required however there will be a capacity limit so we recommend arriving on time. We will have to turn people away should we reach capacity.
Time to relax and make friends! Join ISAT and the Brookes Residences team for a quiz with free food and prizes!
When: Friday 23 January 2026, 2.00pm.
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.
When: Saturday 24 January 2026.
Price: £15 (Guided walking tour only - travel NOT included, Oxford Tube bus recommended)
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).
Trip Overview:
Meet our guide Rob in London at 11:30am for a two-hour walking tour and you’ll hear some amazing stories about this incredible city while viewing Buckingham Palace, St James’s Park, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, The Strand, Convent Garden and the South Bank of the River Thames.
… and that’s just the start of the day, there is a 24-hour bus back to Oxford Brookes, so you can return when you want. Why not ask Rob for info on some places to see in your free time? Remember some of the top museums and attractions in London are free to visit!
Students who wish to stay in London can also check out 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. We would recommend using the Oxford Tube bus, as this goes directly from outside the University, to London Victoria.
Booking: Booking required. Please visit our online shop, tickets will be available from 8 December 2025.
If you are an international student joining us in January, take part in our online Student Visa Application workshop and also our online Preparing for Your Arrivals workshop. We recommend joining both of these workshops. You can find out more about the two workshops and register below.
Get useful information and advice regarding: The process of receiving your CAS, the documents required for your student visa application, the process of receiving your student visa, and travelling to the UK.
You can join our workshop on one of the following dates:
You will need to register by completing the registration form below.
Get useful information and advice regarding: How to arrive at your accommodation, what to bring, the UK culture, how to make friends, and what happens next. You will also get the chance to meet other new students.
You can join our workshop on one of the following dates:
You will need to register by completing the registration form below.
ISAT will be hosting a series of workshops for new international students.
When: Between Monday 19 January 2026 and Thursday 22 January 2026.
Booking: No booking is required, however please note that for the in person sessions, we have limited capacity (first come first served basis), so please make sure you arrive on time to join.
| Workshop | Description | Date/Time | How to join |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life as an International Student | A welcome to new international students, a guide to how ISAT can support you, and important information to help you make the most of your time at the University and in the UK. | Monday 19 January, 4.00pm to 5.00pm | In person, CLC.1.12 |
| British culture and tips for living in the UK | This workshop will help explore British culture and provide tips on how to adapt to living in the UK. | Tuesday 20 January, 4.30pm to 5.30pm | In person, CLC.1.12 |
| Money and employment in the UK | This workshop will offer international students ideas about how to manage their money in the UK, and will include practical information about opening bank accounts, personal budgeting and finding part-time work. | Wednesday 21 January, 4.00pm to 5.00pm | In person, CLC.G.21 |
| UK Academic culture - what to expect | Studying in another country provides an excellent opportunity to explore a new culture, and learn new perspectives. However, adapting to new ways of studying and living in a new culture can be challenging. This session aims to provide you with information to help you to adapt, and give you the chance to speak to current international students about their experience. | Thursday 22 January, 4.00pm to 5.00pm | In person, CLC.G.21 |
