International and European student orientation
A series of social events providing opportunities to meet other international students and introduce you to life at the University.
If you are starting with us in September 2025, you can now download our programme of events for international student orientation.
International student orientation programme 2025 (PDF)
Keep up to date with all that we have to offer on our Instagram.
A photographer may be present during student orientation and some of the images might be used in the future for marketing and promotional activities. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let us know at the event.
If you have any questions, please email globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk.
International student orientation
View our upcoming International student orientation events.
Tue 23 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Tue 23 September 2025, 10:00
Meet the Global Support teams
5X108, X block, Frenchay Campus
Join us to get all the information you need to know as an international student.
Tue 23 September 2025, 18:00
Boat trip with cream tea
Bristol Packet Watershed Pontoon, Bristol Harbour
Join us for a mini cruise down the beautiful River Avon from Bristol harbourside. See some amazing Bristol sights and meet new people.
Thu 25 September 2025, 09:00
Global morning coffee
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support Team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Thu 25 September 2025, 10:00
How studying at UWE Bristol will be different
3X114, X block, Frenchay Campus
Join other international students to learn how to study effectively.
Fri 26 September 2025, 11:00
Arnolfini Global Coffee Morning
Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA, City Centre
A morning welcome from the Global Student Support team to provide you with all the support and guidance you need to help you to settle into student life!
Sun 28 September 2025, 11:00
Museum and steam train experience
Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay
Wander through interactive exhibits showing Bristol’s culture and heritage, then hop aboard a real historic steam train for a scenic ride along the harbour.
Wed 01 October 2025, 12:00
Global Café British Bake Off fun
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
Join us for a fun and delicious Global Café where you'll get hands-on decorating classic British treats like scones, cookies, cupcakes, and fruit tarts.
Wed 08 October 2025, 12:00
Tea, traditions and tasting
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
Join us for a fun Global Café, where we’ll explore the charming, and sometimes confusing, traditions of life in UK.
Wed 15 October 2025, 12:00
Global cafe Wellbeing Get 2gether
Global Lounge, 2P4, P Block, Frenchay Campus
A get-together to have fun and meet new friends. There’ll be games, sharing, and the opportunity to taste some speciality refreshments.
Wed 15 October 2025, 16:00
International Welcome Party
Purdown View Café, Frenchay Campus
Whether you’re new to UWE Bristol or already part of our global community, come to our International Welcome Party and make new connections.
International Student Orientation programme 2025
Download your guide to an exciting orientation programme for our international students this September.
International student orientation programme 2025 (PDF)International and European student guide 2025/26
Starting at a new university in a new country can be daunting but we're here to help you every step of the way. We're sure you've got lots of questions and you'll find lots of useful information in this guide to help you settle in.
International and European student guide 2025/26 (PDF)Meet the Global Student Support team
The Global Student Support team want to say hello and welcome you to UWE Bristol.
Contact the Global Student Support team
In person
- Opening times: Between 10:00 and 15:00 (closed at lunchtime between 12:30 and 13:00)
- Days: Monday to Friday
- Location: Office 2P050, P Block, Frenchay Campus
Other contact details during summer vacation
- Email: globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)117 32 82750
- Instagram: @uwebristolglobal
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