MSc Geographical Information Systems Welcome Week Timetable
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Off
- Monday 21/09/26
No sessions.
- Tuesday 22/09/26
Time / Venue Event Description 10am to 11am
Alfred Denny Building Lecture Theatre 2
Welcome to the School of Geography and Planning A Welcome to the University from the Head of School and key staff. There will be a break in the session to allow students to explore campus before ending with an introduction to University study. 12pm to 1pm
Alfred Denny Building Lecture Theatre 2
Welcome to Postgraduate Study Meet key staff from the school including your Programme Lead and the Professional Services Team. An overview of the different IT systems that you will be using during your studies and more details about our culture of learning. 2pm to 4pm
Bartolome House Room BG03
Welcome to the MSc Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Gain a deeper understanding of your programme. - Wednesday 23/09/26
Time / Venue Event Description 11am to 1pm
Self-Directed
GIS Walking Challenge A self-directed walking tour will be shared with you that you can complete on your own or with other students on your programme. 1pm to 2pm
Geography Building Ron Johnston Research Room C03
Programme Meeting Meet with your Programme Lead to discuss the GIS walking challenge and to have the opportunity to ask any questions. 2pm to 4pm
Geography Building Ron Johnston Research Room C03
Postgraduate Social Join other postgraduate students from the School of Geography and Planning at a postgraduate social event lead by one of our academics. This will be a relaxed event with tea, coffee and biscuits. - Thursday 24/09/26
Time / Venue Event Description 10am to 12pm
Alfred Denny Building Lecture Theatre 2
Welcome to student support Get to know more about student-focused support services operating within the University. 12pm to 2pm
Geography Building Ron Johnston Research Room C03
Drop-ins with student societies Drop in to discover and sign up to the School's Student Societies. 2pm to 3pm
Arts Tower Lecture Theatre 6
Introducing Employability Get to know more about employability within your studies and what support is available across the University. 3pm to 5pm
Information Commons Computer Room 3.02
MSc Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Employability Session A session led by your Programme Lead to introduce you to mySkills, a key employability tool that will form an integral part of your studies. - Friday 25/09/26
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 10am to 2pm PGT walk to Forge Dam Walk Lead by Ruth Hamilton