MA Urban Design and Planning Welcome Week Timetable
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- Monday 22/09/2025
No sessions.
- Tuesday 23/09/2025
Time / Venue Event Description 9.30am - 10am
Dainton Building
Lecture Theatre (LT) 1School Welcome Session for all new PGT students A welcome to the University from the Head of School. 10am - 12 noon
Geography and Planning Building
C03 - Ron Johnston RoomUDP Welcome Meeting and Course Briefing A welcome to your degree programme. During your course briefing, your Programme Director will provide you with a deeper understanding of your degree programme and modules. 1pm - 3pm
Meet at Geography and Planning Building
Heart of the City Tour A small group, self-guided tour of urban design landmarks in the city. Meet your peers, chat all things urban design and get to know Sheffield! 3pm - 4pm
Geography and Planning Building
Urban Design RoomWalking Tour Follow Up A session to follow up on your experiences today and ask your Programme Director any questions you have. 4pm - 6pm
Geography and Planning Building
Common Room (C Floor)Social - Get to know your classmates! Want to meet coursemates from other programmes in a fun, informal way? Come along for some icebreaker activities and a space to chat with your peers. - Wednesday 24/09/2025
No sessions.
Reminder: Have you booked your Registration appointment? Please try to arrange your appointment to fit around your Welcome Week schedule. You can rearrange your appointment via your online Registration portal.
- Thursday 25/09/2025
No sessions.
Reminder: Have you booked your Registration appointment? Please try to arrange your appointment to fit around your Welcome Week schedule. You can rearrange your appointment via your online Registration portal.
- Friday 26/09/2025
Reminder: Before you begin your studies, familiarise yourself with University systems and software using My Digital Induction and complete your mandatory training modules on Blackboard.
Time / Venue Event Description 11am - 12 noon
Geography and Planning Building
Urban Design RoomOptional Drop-in If you've missed any of the activities or have any questions about your studies, drop in to see your Programme Director. 1pm - 2pm
Arts Tower
LT06Planning Soc Presentation Meet your friendly student-led Planning Society and hear about the social and academic opportunities they offer.